Ignition Switch problems of the 2008 Jeep Commander

Tamara recall the Jeep will cut off randomly while driving down the road. It will also make attempts to cut off while driving at 60 mph and below. The esp light and traction control light will come on. Once able to get the Jeep stopped with out getting in an accident it will restart and all lights will go off. This has happened now 3 times with in 4 days with it cutting completely off and 5 times trying to while driving. The 1st time it was on a highway going about 50 miles and hour. The 2nd time I was getting off the interstate while going around a curve going about 30 miles an hr. The 3rd time I was doing 35 miles an hr on a busy street. The times that it has attempted to shut off but didn't I was going between 45 and 60 miles an hr. This is unsafe for anyone to be driving and have happen. It can cause me to have accident and or to cause a accident. This can cause serious harm and loss of life. I am not sure if it is the ignition switch or an issue with the motor or wiring. Something is wrong. I see on other forums that I am not the only one having this issue. I have contacted the dealership that I have recently purchased this Jeep from I am scared to drive it. I am in fear for myself and kids and others.

Tl-the contact owns a 2008 Jeep Commander. The contact stated that while stationary, the ignition key became stuck in the vehicle. In addition, the air bag light, the abs brake light and the traction control light illuminated as well. Napleton's river oaks Chrysler Dodge Jeep ram of lansing, illinois was made aware of the failure and replaced the ignition switch and the ignition key. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that there was no recall. The failure mileage was approximately 119,000. Ad.

This note, is the third time this has occurred. Other incidents reported back in summer 2014 (reported to NHTSA). On October 16, 2015 at approximately 9:35pm my entire car shut down while driving on a major highway (I-94) in mi while going about 70 mph. All gauges on dashboard when to zero. I was able to pull off to the side of the highway and stop the car. Please note, I had a 5 year old and a 4 year old with me in the car. I let car sit for couple minutes then restarted. Some models of the 2008 Jeep Commander have been recalled for a faulty ignition switch; however, it appears this model still has not been recalled.

I received 2 notices for a recall on my ignition switch and nothing is available as of today 7/10/15. End of 2014 was my first notice and July 2015 is another. Backorder is what I here from the dealerships. Why send theses notice if you don't have the products to take care of us? I also received 2 notices on my durango 2007, VIN# [xxx]. I am not complaining about any car dealership. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

I was driving down the road and the vehicle lost power. I was able to move to the shoulder and bring the vehicle to a stop. There was no power to any system. The ignition switch was in the off position. I was able to restart the vehicle. This is not the first time the vehicle has lost power while driving.

The ignition switch started to make a clicking noise while driving. When I turn the ignition off it will not turn all the way off and the key or fobik gets stuck and will not come out. The power stays on. Perhaps 1 hour later or longer I can go out and it will turn off and allow the key to be removed. If I forget to go back out to retrieve the key the battery runs low and the car will not stop. I'm stranded. When I park and go anywhere the care is not secure with the key in the igntion, anyone can open the door and steal the car. This ignition was recalled in novemebr of 2014 and to date there has not been a fix. This needs to be fixed ASAP! how can I be expected to accept this situation?.

I have a 2008 Commander that is part of the p57 recall for the ignition switch (9/2014). The switch has totally failed (2/2015). Called all the dealers in my area and nobody has received the parts yet. Called Jeep they have no update on when parts are going to be available. They said the best they can do is to put me on a priority list. I asked about trying to get a loaner car (at no cost to me) to use while my Jeep is down they said that they couldn't help me out. Looking for suggestions. Down a car now and have no idea when it will be repaired.

While attempting to start my 08 Jeep Commander it was completely dead. I had it taken to the dealership and they told me that it was the ignition switch and key fob. When all was said and done it cost me over $300 for the repair. I have seen that recall p57 was active on Jeep Commanders from manufacture dates of 5-12-08 and earlier, my manufacture date is 5-16-08. This seems to be awfully close to the recall date to not be include especially since mine was for the same issue.

Tl-the contact owns a 2008 Jeep Commander. The contact stated that when he started the ignition, all of the warning lights on the dashboard started to illuminate and blink. The contact shut the vehicle off, but was not able to restart the vehicle. The vehicle started after several attempts. The failure recurred multiple times. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The mechanic stated that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign id number: 14v567000 (electrical system) however, the parts needed for the repairs were unavailable. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 110,000. Mf.

The contact owns a 2008 Jeep Commander. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, there was an abnormal noise coming from the ignition switch. Additionally, when attempting to remove the key from the ignition, the key would remain stuck causing the battery to drain. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact received NHTSA campaign number: 14v567000 (electrical system). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

Chrysler has a recall out for faulty ignition switches. The recall notices were issued in sept 2014. It is now mid Dec and there are no parts and no remidy for this when in contact with Chrysler directly. On the recall it states that the engine can stop due to electrical failure w/in the veh with out notice as well as the power steering can be lost and or the braking all of which increase your crash potential. There is also warning that the air bags can deploy w/o waring causing bodily harm to both the driver and passangers. They are aware there is an issue and state they still have done nothig to resolve - inexcusible!!!.

The first incident occurred on 27 Nov, as we were driving down a 2-lane highway. We were traveling approx. 60 mph when the Jeep made a “clunk” sound, suddenly the engine lost power and became difficult to steer. I was able to get the vehicle over to the side of the road, got out and did a quick external check to try and see what was wrong. Nothing appeared to be wrong. I got back in and tried to start the Jeep again, and it did start up. We cautiously proceeded back to our hotel and I immediately looked up the nearest Jeep dealer to have the vehicle checked for any mechanical problems. The Jeep dealer told me that there were no mechanical problems with the Jeep, but that there was an open recall for problems with the ignition switch. The tech told me that the ignition switch on our Jeep was loose, which could allow it to slip from the on position to the acc position which would cause the engine to stop while driving. They said there were no parts available yet to fix the problem. They advised that we remove all key chains from the key, but there was nothing else they could do. Just two days later, on 29 Nov, we had another dangerous incident. This time, we were on the middle lane of a 3-lane interstate. We were traveling at approx. 70 mph when I again heard the loud “clunk”, the vehicle suddenly lost engine power and became difficult to steer. I immediately put the hazard lights on and tried to get off the highway. We were extremely lucky that there was no vehicle in the lane to the right of us, as I could barely get the Jeep off the highway onto the shoulder. If another vehicle would have been close behind us or coming up on the right of us, we would surely have been rear ended. I have contacted both my local Jeep dealership and the Chrysler corporation regarding a solution to this problem with no assistance from either.

The contact owns a 2008 Jeep Commander. The contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed, the air bag warning light illuminated and the headlights malfunctioned. Also, the contact mentioned that the ignition switch seized on the accessory position. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14v567000 (electrical system); however, the part needed to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 73,000.

Tl-the contact owns a 2008 Jeep Commander 4x4. The contact stated that as the key was inserted into the ignition switch the vehicle operated without turning the key. The failure recurred three times. The VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 14v567000 (electrical system) however, the part needed to perform the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000. Js.

2008 Jeep Commander. Consumer seeks reimbursement for ignition switch recall notice repairs.

The contact owns a 2008 Jeep Commander. When the ignition switch was turned on, all of the electrical components failed intermittently. The contact stated that the windshield wipers, air conditioner, electrical doors, and windows became inoperable. The failure occurred numerous times. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 93,000.

The contact owns a 2008 Jeep Commander. While driving at an unknown speed, the instrument panel lights would flash on and off and the vehicle hesitated to start when turning the ignition switch. The contact received a recall notice for NHTSA campaign number: 14v567000 (electrical system) in November of 2014. After contacting the dealer and the manufacturer on multiple occasions, the contact was informed that the parts needed to repair the vehicle were still not available and no estimated time for receiving the parts could be given. The failure mileage was 70,000.

While driving, the car suddenly lost all electrical power. We had to pull to the side of the road. We turned the ignition switch completely off and then re-started the car.

While driving the vehicle ignition switch shuts off without warning. I have taken the vehicle into the Chrysler dealer and they have refused to replace the switch even though I am willing to pay all costs. They say this is such a big problem that the switches are being restricted (cannot be replaced unless there is current danger to the owner) by Chrysler. This happens all the time as I was driving on the expressway and the car just shut off. This has happened aprox. 30 times in the last 3 months.

Ignition switch failure. Latest recall includes 2008 called and does not include my vehicle. I thought this nightmare was finally over. Since shortly after purchase has been occurring. Completely loses all power-steering, breaking. . Everything completely shuts down. Has occurred in 80 mph traffic in downtown atlanta, on a railroad track (due to bump) in the middle of a busy interaction, speeding up to make a left turn into traffic etc. Took everything off key and did no good except made me lose my extra key this vehicle is a death trap. I owe 18k+ and can't drive it or I risk my life and the life of my children. Was rear ended twice within a month so I gave up an stopped driving.

Tl- the contact owns a 2008 Jeep Commander. The contact stated that after inserting the key into the ignition switch the switch could not be turned to start the vehicle. The contact also indicated that on several occasions the key could not be removed from the ignition switch after shutting the engine off. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 69,000. Jft.

2008 Jeep Commander. Consumer writes in regards to wireless ignition switch mode recall notice. The consumer stated the wireless ignition mode was replaced on December 15, 2011. During the following year, the consumer frequently lost power while driving. While the most frequently moments occurred after she began driving, it also occurred while driving at higher speeds including the freeway. The dealer was unable to determine the problem and suggested a tune-up and throttle body fuel system service. The problem continued and the consumer eventually found that if she tapped on the key after the starting the vehicle, she could determined if it was fully engaged.

The contact owns a 2008 Jeep Commander. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 50 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was able to restart. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure persisted. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14v567000 (electrical system) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.

2008 Jeep Commander. Consumer writes in regards to not receiving reimbursement for ignition switch recall repairs. The wireless ignition node was replaced.