U0404 on JEEP COMMANDER — Invalid Data Received From Gear Shift Control Module A

Q: "What does U0404 mean on a JEEP COMMANDER?"

"U0404 indicates: Invalid Data Received From Gear Shift Control Module A. This is a network communication code. 5 JEEP COMMANDER owners have reported this to NHTSA."

Q: "What are the most common causes of U0404 on JEEP COMMANDER?"

"Based on 5 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Power Train, Vehicle Speed Control,Electronic Stability Control (Esc), Power Train,Electrical System. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints."

Q: "Is U0404 serious on my JEEP COMMANDER?"

"Of 5 NHTSA reports for this code on JEEP COMMANDER, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic."

Q: "What should I do if my JEEP COMMANDER shows U0404?"

"1) Check for recalls on your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2) Get a professional diagnosis — a code alone doesn't identify the exact failed part. 3) Get 2-3 repair estimates to compare."

What U0404 Means on Your JEEP COMMANDER

U0404 is a diagnostic trouble code indicating: Invalid Data Received From Gear Shift Control Module A. This code relates to the network communication system. The vehicle's computer detected a condition outside normal operating parameters and stored this code.

5 JEEP COMMANDER owners have reported this issue to NHTSA across model years 2006-2007. Most reports come from the 2007, 2006 model years. The most commonly reported component is Power Train (60.0% of reports).

Real JEEP COMMANDER Owner Reports

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database

"My jeep has been having issues where i will be driving and service park assist system comes on dash board and on the prnd boxes come around it and the car stales. if i try to go the car won't go but rpm go up."

— 2006 JEEP COMMANDER owner · POWER TRAIN · Filed 08/19/2013

"While merging onto the highway when i try to accelerate there is not power. there is boxes around all gears (prnd). the display flash "service park assist". then check engine light comes on. called chrysler said to take to dealer and find out what the repair will be."

— 2006 JEEP COMMANDER owner · POWER TRAIN · Filed 02/10/2009

"When shifting out of park, jeep will shift hard and lights around prnd are illuminated and error message "service park assist system" is displayed. when this happens, you have to put car back in park and turn it to the off position to reset. sometimes this clears it,sometimes it doesn't."

— 2007 JEEP COMMANDER owner · VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) · Filed 01/01/2013

"Problem started with vehicle losing power on acceleration from dead stop. it did that twice before the "check engine" light came on as i was pulling out into heavy traffic."

— 2007 JEEP COMMANDER owner · POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · Filed 09/09/2012

"I lease a 2007 jeep commander. i noticed, to start, that the engine would not accelerate at a low speed. at first it felt like my foot was not quite on the accelerator so i dismissed the first couple of incidences."

— 2007 JEEP COMMANDER owner · POWER TRAIN · Filed 09/15/2008

All reports filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

📊 Complaint Trend by Model Year

2

'06

3

'07

Common Causes on JEEP COMMANDER

Based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

POWER TRAIN 60%

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) 20%

POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 20%

What To Do Next

1
Check for recalls on YOUR VIN
Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. If your vehicle is covered, repairs are free.
2
Get a proper diagnosis
A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50–$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.
3
Compare repair quotes
Get 2–3 quotes. Dealer vs. independent shop prices often differ 30–50% for the same repair.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does U0404 mean on a JEEP COMMANDER? ▾

U0404 indicates: Invalid Data Received From Gear Shift Control Module A. This is a network communication code. 5 JEEP COMMANDER owners have reported this to NHTSA.

What are the most common causes of U0404 on JEEP COMMANDER? ▾

Based on 5 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Power Train, Vehicle Speed Control,Electronic Stability Control (Esc), Power Train,Electrical System. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints.

Is U0404 serious on my JEEP COMMANDER? ▾

Of 5 NHTSA reports for this code on JEEP COMMANDER, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic.

What should I do if my JEEP COMMANDER shows U0404? ▾

1) Check for recalls on your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2) Get a professional diagnosis — a code alone doesn't identify the exact failed part. 3) Get 2-3 repair estimates to compare.

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