Two problems related to engine clicking and tapping noises have been reported for the 2008 Jeep Commander. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2008 Jeep Commander based on all problems reported for the 2008 Commander.
Traveling approximately 65 mph on I-85 when the Jeep Commander made a clunk sound and the vehicle stopped. There was no power and it was unable to start. This occurred around 10pm when I was heading home after work. It was a scary experience since it was dark. I was extremely thankful for law enforcement presenting and stayed with me until the tow truck arrived. I took it to a first mechanic who stated the engine was totaled. I went for a second opinion to another mechanic since the car was made in 2008 and has about 112,000 miles but was also informed the engine was totaled. This was a shock and disappointing since I do not have the funds to purchase another vehicle.
On June 6, 2012 at approximately 12 noon while driving my 2008 Jeep Commander at 15 mph it stopped and would not start again. There were no warning lights, it did not overheat, and all of the electrical components such as the radio, windows, lights, etc continued to work, only a clicking sound and it would not start. I had it towed to Jeep. Because they have maintained my vehicle since I purchased it from carmax 16 months prior. Dealer, stated I might need a starter recommending I authorize to put one on costing me $400. Later that afternoon I was told the engine was locked up and since I was out of warranty, Chrysler would possibly assist me. I contacted Chrysler and was assigned a case manager. After 3 weeks of not being able to contact the case manager, I contaced the head office l and ask customer service to have give me answer. The case manager returned a response to have the engine taken apart to discern the issue. The service manager, did so with no cost to me because at this time I am an unemployed (chicago public school teacher). He found the defect to be from the factory whereby a spring in the valve broke causing the valve to drop down in the engine, which caused the engine to lock. Per the service manager, I nor the previous owner are at fault, and explained this to the case manager. The case manager asked him, "what does she want (meaning me) to give her the engine for free"? I am at odds with chyrsler and wonder why I am receiving such disparaging treatment from someone I do not even know? I don't want anything for free! my case # is #; the number to chyrsler is 1-877-426-5337. The cost to repair my vehicle is in excess of $6500. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).