Jeep Liberty Complaints

8,882 consumer complaints on file.

#11720288February 24, 2026
POWER TRAIN
Always had Transmissions / power train problems with it until now my mechanic and his Transmissions specialist said that I need a new transmission. They and all other mechanics and people who owned these jeeps or known people who owned these jeeps said they have major Transmissions / power train problems that eventually require new Transmissions on short timings compared to all other vehicles.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11716426February 7, 2026
SUSPENSION
The front lower ball joints have repeatedly failed under recall. The dealer says I now have to pay to have it repaired properly, under recall
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11715318February 3, 2026
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
I am having problems when I back up and turn the steering wheel it starts to make noise and it slows down line it don't want to turn. And my EPS light will not turn off no matter what I do to it. There is something seriously wrong when I'm backing up n turning the wheels if you could please help me an if it has nothing to do with the recall but I'm sure it dies let me know what it is. Thank You [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11713720January 27, 2026
POWER TRAIN, STEERING, SUSPENSION
Vehicle: 2006 Jeep Liberty VIN: [XXX] Summary: The front lower ball joint on my 2006 Jeep Liberty failed while the vehicle was in normal use. This failure matches the defect described in NHTSA Recall 06V288000 (Chrysler F23), which involves corrosion and separation of the front lower ball joints. My VIN does not currently show this recall as open, but the failure occurred exactly as described in the recall documentation. Details: In November 2025, the front end of the vehicle collapsed due to a lower ball joint separation. The joint failed without warning, causing loss of steering control. The vehicle had to be towed home by AAA. The failure is consistent with the recall condition involving water intrusion, corrosion, and separation of the lower ball joint from the steering knuckle. The vehicle still has other open recalls (fuel tank and rear lower control arms), but the front lower ball joint recall does not appear as open in the NHTSA VIN lookup. I believe the recall may have been incorrectly marked as completed in the past, or the original repair was not performed or not performed correctly. The defect has clearly recurred. Safety Concern: This is a serious safety hazard. The ball joint separation caused sudden loss of steering and could have resulted in a crash. The defect is identical to the condition described in Recall 06V288000. Requested Action: I am requesting that NHTSA review this case and require Chrysler/Stellantis to perform the recall repair for the front lower ball joints, as the defect has reoccurred and the recall never expires. I also request verification of whether the recall was ever properly completed on this VIN. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11707275December 27, 2025
STRUCTURE:BODY
Upon inspection, significant underbody rust
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11704187December 10, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Skyroof suddenly stopped working and will not close. No dealers will fix as thry say parts aren't longer available..my car is now worthless and is a safety issue while driving with the roof partially opened.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11703957December 9, 2025
AIR BAGS, SUSPENSION, WHEELS
My daughter was hit by a semi truck on US-23 today. The trailer fishtailed hit the back end of Jeep. I hit the guard rail. All four corners of the Jeep were hit. The air bags did not deploy. The front driver tire fell off. The back window and passenger side trunk window blew out.
Crash:
Yes
Fire:
No
Injuries:
1
Deaths:
0
#11699001November 12, 2025
SUSPENSION, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, STRUCTURE
The contact owns a 2006 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20-25 MPH, the front control arm fractured. The front wheel seized, and the vehicle drove into a driveway. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The local dealer was contacted and suggested an appointment, and that the rear control arm was not covered under warranty. The contact was informed about NHTSA Campaign Number: 13V252000 (Fuel System, Gasoline, Structure) and NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V278000 (Suspension). The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and referred the contact to the local dealer for assistance. The approximate failure mileage was 180,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11694634October 20, 2025
POWER TRAIN, SUSPENSION
The ball joint broke while I was driving I lost all control of vehicle
Crash:
Yes
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11694361October 19, 2025
SUSPENSION
Both lower rear control arms rusted out, broke off entirely while driving. Under 100k miles. This issue was recalled on the same make and model up until 2007 but they clearly haven't fixed the issue.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11690719October 1, 2025
SUSPENSION, POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2005 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact noticed an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle, and the vehicle was shaking erratically. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with transfer case and transmission failure. The contact was informed that the transfer case and the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was in the process of being repaired. The contact researched NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V278000 (Suspension). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was filed. The contact was advised to submit the repair documents regarding the failure. In addition, the contact was informed that the replacement of the transfer case and the transmission replacement were not covered under the recall. The contact was advised to contact the NHTSA Hotline and report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11685852September 9, 2025
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Every time I pump gas it spits back out at me. No matter what I do. This is completely unacceptable and dangerous
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11682239August 21, 2025
AIR BAGS
Steering wheel air bag went off on its own. Started the car and pop. Door locks won’t work on drivers door when unlocking with key fob
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11681633August 19, 2025
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
The contact owns a 2006 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that while reversing, the contact noticed an abnormal sound before the vehicle stopped. The contact stated that upon inspecting the vehicle, the front of the vehicle had lowered unintendedly. The contact noticed that the front lower ball joint had detached and separated from the spindle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The contact referenced an unknown recall; however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 214,564.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11675909July 24, 2025
AIR BAGS
The contact's husband owned a 2008 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the air bag and traction control warning lights would flash on the instrument panel. The contact stated that while driving at 40 MPH, the vehicle hydroplaned while crossing a puddle of water and landed in a ditch. The side curtain air bags deployed; however, the driver and passenger air bags did not deploy. The contact stated that an abnormal odor was emitted from the vehicle. The contact sustained bruising on the left arm but did not seek medical attention. A police report was not filed. Due to the failure, the vehicle was initially towed to the contact's home and was later towed to an independent tow yard. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to file a complaint. The vehicle was destroyed. The failure mileage was unknown.
Crash:
Yes
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11673807July 15, 2025
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2012 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that while making a right turn on a main road at 25 MPH, the front lower control arms snapped. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact immediately pulled over onto the side of the road and had the vehicle towed to the residence. The local dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact was informed that the VIN was not under recall. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 29,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11673507July 14, 2025
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Everytime I get gas the full tank spits gas back at you which gets everywhere drips down the vehicle on to the ground. Very dangerous.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11672251July 9, 2025
SUSPENSION
Yes I checked for recall on my 04 jeep liberty suspension and there is a recall on it I was driving my jeep and it is pulling so much that it's scary to drive but it's the only vehicle I have to get back and fourth to work so I researched it and everything it's saying on the recall is what is going on I'm afraid to get in a wreck and not only hurt my but mostly hurt anyone else in a crash where can I take it to get fixed
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11667643June 18, 2025
AIR BAGS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES
1. Air bag light stays on 2. ABS light stays on 3. ESP BAS light stays on The vehicle has not been inspected and is available for inspection
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11667736June 18, 2025
ENGINE
2017 their was a recall on the 2010 jeep liberty oil pump and we were not notify at all, [XXX] the engine seized and the oil light came on and then the engine just stopped, It was full of oil and the oil was very clean, the mechanic look at it and said that the oil pump went out I am [XXX] the jeep stop in the middle of the road me my husband could have got kill cars almost hit us we have witnesses that can testify to this, we never receive a letter from your company at all about the recall. Thank you. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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