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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 2B3KA43R08H153977 · Checked Aug 29, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 32

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2B3KA43R08H•••••• 2008 Jeep COMMANDER

This build draws 10.0× more complaints than the average 2008 Jeep COMMANDER build (32 vs 3).

32on this build
290on the model
91builds in total
1involved a crash
4involved a fire
Most reported Electrical System 23 Air Bags 8 Engine 6 Steering 4

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Electrical System fire Sep 2015
All the electrical from the car went out including lights, radio, odometer lights, headlights turn off, electrical windows were not working. Then made the car go as far as 100 ft. When it shut down completly. I got off the car and popped the hood and the fuse box was on fire I…
Power Train Mar 2018
While driving in the neighborhood the car shut off lost power steering car was in drive and ignition was still on. Turned the ignition off and took several tries to restart car restarted but would not go above 10 mph and cut off 4 times thereafter. Drove a week later and same…
Air Bags Dec 2016
The contact owns a 2008 dodge charger. The contact stated that while driving at 45 mph, the vehicle suddenly decelerated without warning to 20 mph along with an abnormal burning odor coming from the engine through the front vents. The oil warning indicator illuminated. The…
Unknown Or Other Aug 2015
Car has been down and at a dealership for 18 days (8/5/15). Dealer claims they cant get a part on a recall. Dealer doesn't seem too concerned about performing the repairs in a reasonable time
Structure Mar 2015
Since 2015 the clear coating on the driver side from the front to back is peeling it has bubbles just lately it's now on the back bumper it appears it's going around the whole car .I can't wash it at car wash I have to watch how I spray it with water I have seen other cars like…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 2B3KA43R08H153977 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.