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XK platform

2006 Jeep Commander — 5.7L

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2006 Commander 5.7L.

Body SUVEngine 5.7LTransmission Automatic 5-spd

The 2006 Jeep Commander is an XK-platform SUV powered by a 5.7L engine and an automatic five-speed transmission, carrying an EPA rating of 13/18/15 mpg and requiring seven quarts of 5W-20 API oil with filter. Within the 2005–2010 production span, this model year generated 1,782 owner complaints—the highest tally in the Commander’s history and a sharp contrast to the four logged for 2005—with electrical system issues ranking as the top grievance area and six recalls on record. That volume of documented feedback makes the 2006 Commander the most significant data point in the model’s reliability history.

Model year2010 2008 2006

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity7 qt w/ filterOEM · verified

Engine oil type5W-20 APIOEM · verified

Lug nut torque95 ft-lbsOEM · verified

EPA fuel economy13/18/15 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 94R · 730 CCA battery, OE oil filter 04781452BF. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 94R · 730 CCAOEM · verified

Tire size254--65R17OEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter	04781452BF alt 05281090AB
Engine air filter	05018777AC
Spark plug	68303913AA alt 68303918AA
Battery	55396408AE alt 04608719AD
Front wiper blades	05183008AA alt 05179181AA
Serpentine belt	68495977AA alt 53032037AJ
Thermostat	68174083AA alt 52028898AJ

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

Transmission

Automatic 5-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length	188.6 in
Overall width	74.8 in
Overall height	71.7 in
Wheelbase	109.8 in
Curb weight	4784 lb
Track (front / rear)	62.6 / 61.8 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)	51/49

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined	13 / 18 / 15 mpg
Drivetrain	Rear-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuel	Regular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent published road-test results.

7.3–7.9 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 7.30 sec — 2006 Limited

330 hpHorsepower (as tested)

375 lb-ftTorque (as tested)

Year	Trim / engine	0–60	¼ mile	HP	Drivetrain
2006	Limited 5.7L V8	7.30 sec	15.70 sec	330 hp	4x4
2006	Limited 5.7L V8	7.80 sec	16.00 sec	330 hp	4x4
2006	Limited 5.7L V8	7.90 sec	15.80 sec	330 hp	4x4

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 7 qt w/ filter of 5W-20 API engine oil, 80W-90 · GL-5 · SYNTHETIC in the differential, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 95 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 20.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission Fluid	ATF+4
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity	5.5
Automatic Transmission Fluid	ATF+4
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity	6.6
Brake Fluid	DOT 3
Differential Gear Oil	80W-90 · GL-5 · SYNTHETIC
Differential Gear Oil Capacity	3.6 Pints
Engine Coolant	HOAT · MS9769

Engine torques

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts	129 ft-lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts	AT: 70 ft-lbs, MT: 56 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug	20.0 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs	21 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts	95 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Fill Plug	Steel case: 35.0, Aluminum case: 18.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Drain Plug	Steel case: 35.0, Aluminum case: 18.0 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub	100 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order	1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Spark Plug Manufacturer	Champion
Spark Plug Gap	0.045 in
Spark Plug Torque	13.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

Refrigerant	R134a
Oil Group	PAG
Standard BCI Group Number	94R
Standard BCI Cranking Performance	730 cca

Service checks

Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum)	56-60 psi
Injector Primary Resistance	11.4-12.6 @ 68 degreesF ohms
Engine Compression	100
Engine Compression	100 Minimum psi
Engine Oil Pressure	4 psi @ Idle, 25-110 psi @ 3000 rpm psi
Intake Valve Lash	Hydraulic in
Exhaust Valve Lash	Hydraulic in

Brakes

Torque Caliper to Bracket	32 ft-lbs / 18 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle	125 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad Thickness	0.030 in
Minimum Shoe Thickness	0.030
Rotor Max Parallel Variation	0.00035 in
Rotor Runout Limit	0.002 in / 0.00079 in
Rotor Minimum Machining	1.122 in / 0.492 in
Rotor Discard at or Under	1.121 in / 0.491 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages

15 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90

15 ft. lbs

Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 3 stages

Prep M12 bolts:

1	25 ft. lbs.	25 ft. lbs
2	40 ft. lbs.	40 ft. lbs
3	90 degrees; M8 bolts:	90 degrees
1	15 ft. lbs.	15 ft. lbs
2	15 ft. lbs.	15 ft. lbs
3	25 ft. lbs.	25 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 6,000 mi; spark plugs every 30,000 mi; coolant every 100,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 100,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 6,000 mi	Brake Line (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 12,000 mi	Steering Linkage (inspect)
Every 18,000 mi	Brake Linings (inspect) · Disc Brake Caliper Guide Pin (lubricate)
Every 30,000 mi	Accessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Engine Air Filter Element (inspect) · Spark Plugs (replace) · Transfer Case Assembly (drain & refill)
At 60,000 mi	Accessory Drive Belt (inspect)
Every 60,000 mi	PCV Valve (inspect)
Every 100,000 mi	Engine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)

Owner how-tos

Condensed service procedures for routine maintenance. Procedures that require dealer diagnostic equipment are identified and summarized only.

Common procedures

Key fob — remote (RKE) programming programming new fob buttons Dealer tool OEM · verified

Tool required	DRBIII scan tool (dealer / locksmith)
Why	Transmitter codes are written into the receiver in the passenger door module

Anti-theft (SKIS) — module initialization after immobilizer module replacement Dealer tool OEM · verified

When needed	After Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM) replacement
Tool required	DRBIII scan tool
Also required	The vehicle's four-digit PIN code

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2006 model year represents the peak of reliability issues within the provided record, exploding from just 4 complaints in the 2005 model year to 1,782 complaints. This volume exceeds the subsequent 2007 model year's 1,034 complaints and dwarfs the 45 complaints recorded by 2010, indicating a sharp downward trend in reported problems over time. Federal records show the 2006 Commander was subject to 6 recalls and 5 investigations, with top complaint areas centered on the Electrical System (438), Engine & Engine Cooling (218), and Power Train (143). Safety concerns are notable within the dataset, including 74 crash complaints and 12 fire complaints specifically logged for this model year. Since 2006 sits at the absolute apex of complaints and investigations while later models show zero investigations after 2007, this is not a recommended year to buy.

Open recalls

NHTSA campaigns

Service bulletins

Manufacturer communications

ODI investigations

Office of Defects Investigation

1,782

Owner complaints

74 involved a crash · 12 a fire

NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars

Rollover★★★★★

Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

’05’06’07 ’08 ’09 ’10

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 1,782 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Electrical System438

Engine & Engine Cooling218

Power Train143

Structure138

Engine83

Unknown Or Other53

Power Train,Electrical System50

Seat Belts39

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 6 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

14V438000Electrical System:Ignition:SwitchReported 21/07/2014

This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, drivers should adjust their seat to allow clearance between the driver's knee and the ignition key, and remove all items… Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch, free of charge. Chrysler sent interim notifications to owners in September 2014. The recall began on…

13V175000Power Train:Transfer Case (4-Wheel Drive)Reported 07/05/2013

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 11, 2004, through March 9, 2010; and 2006-2010 Jeep Commander vehicles manufactured January 31… Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the final drive controller which governs the transfer case, with new software, free of charge. The recall began on August 15…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 76 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

Bulletin	Date	Component	Summary
101232	2024-10-29	Power Train	Plate - Planetary
S2208000136	2022-07-09	Electrical System	Security Module Lock Out After Entering the PIN to Unlock The Wireless Control Module…
S2208000136	2022-07-09	Electrical System	Security Module Lock Out After Entering the PIN to Unlock The Wireless Control Module…
9004009	2021-04-07	Power Train	Transmission Kit with Torque Converter 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles…
9001784	2021-02-22	Power Train	Mechanical rocker arm, intake, 1.7 ratio.

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420

Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1

P0300

Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected

P0171

System too lean — Bank 1

P0455

Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak

P0128

Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature

P0442

Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Recalls

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Vehicles with shared specs

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Group 94R battery Vehicles taking 7 qt w/ filter XK-platform vehicles Engine oil filter 04781452BF Engine air filter 05018777AC Spark plug 68303913AA Battery 55396408AE

Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

Vehicle recalls & TSBs OBD-II trouble codes Torque specifications Maintenance schedules Fluid capacities & specs

Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2006 Commander 5.7L take?

7 qt w/ filter of 5W-20 API, per the factory manual.

Does the 2006 Commander have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 6 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the 5.7L get?

EPA figures are 13 city / 18 highway / 15 combined mpg.