2003 JEEP LIBERTY
13 recalls, 1,731 complaints - 79 TSBs
15V673000 Oct 19, 2015
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
Defect Description
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2003 Jeep Liberty vehicles manufactured March 29, 2003, to July 3, 2003, and 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured May 27, 2003, to May 20, 2004. Due to electrical noise beyond the tolerance of the air bag electronic control module (ECM... Read more
Consequence
Inadvertent deployment of the air bags may increase the risk of injury and the possibility of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag electronic control module and the side impact sensors, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 5, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R60.
15V046000 Jan 28, 2015
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Defect Description
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2002-2003 Jeep Liberty vehicles manufactured January 9, 2001, to March 28, 2003, 2002-2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 13, 2001, to May 23 2003, and 2003-2004 Dodge Viper vehicles manufactured November 1, 2001, to June 30, ... Read more
Consequence
Inadvertent deployment of the air bags may increase the risk of injury and the possibility of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Chrysler dealers will replace the air bag control module and side impact sensors as required, free of charge. This recall remedy was applied during earlier recall campaigns of these vehicles under safety recalls 12V527 and 13V040. All owners that have not had the recall repair performed under safe... Read more
13V252000 Jun 19, 2013
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 1993-1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2002-2007 Jeep Liberty vehicles. The fuel tanks in these vehicles are at risk of failure and leakage in certain rear impacts.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
Remedy
Owners may take their vehicles to dealers and the dealers will perform a free inspection of the rear structure. On vehicles in the recall that are not equipped with a tow hitch, Chrysler will install a Chrysler designed tow hitch free of charge, provided the condition of the vehicle can support pro... Read more
12V527000 Nov 8, 2012
AIR BAGS
Defect Description
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2002 and 2003 Jeep Liberty vehicles manufactured January 9, 2001, through March 28, 2003, and 2002 through 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 13, 2001, through May 23, 2003. A component in the air bag control module may fail causing the f... Read more
Consequence
Inadvertent deployment of the airbags may increase the risk of injury and the possibility of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install a supplemental jumper harness to the airbag control module, free of charge. Owners were notified of the recall by interim letter in January 2013. The remedy for affected Liberty vehicles is expected to be available in April 2013. The remedy fo... Read more
12E047000 Oct 22, 2012
SUSPENSION:FRONT:HUB
Defect Description
Timken is recalling certain non-formed, front wheel hubs, part number HA599467, which were sold to retail and automotive distributors in the automobile aftermarket as front wheel hub replacements designed only for use on certain 2002 through 2005, 4X4, non-ABS, Jeep Liberty vehicles. These front wh... Read more
Consequence
If the non-formed hub unit is installed on a Jeep Liberty 4x2 model (which does not use an axle nut for hub retention), the vehicle wheel will not be secure and a front wheel separation may occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Timken has notified retail stores that have received the subject parts. The front wheel hubs will be replaced free of charge. Owners who may have purchased the affected units should contact Timken at 1-330-471-3693 for more information. This recall is being conducted by Timken, not Chrysler/Jeep.
09E039000 Jun 19, 2009
SUSPENSION
Defect Description
ROCK KRAWLER IS RECALLING 44 PERFORMANCE SUSPENSION SYSTEMS SOLD AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR USE ON THE VEHICLE LISTED ABOVE. THESE SUSPENSION SYSTEMS WERE PRODUCED WITH GRADE 2 CARRIAGE BOLTS INSTEAD OF THE PROPER GRADE 5 CARRIAGE BOLTS. THE IMPROPER GRADE 2 CARRIAGE BOLTS COULD EXPERIENCE A LOS... Read more
Consequence
THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE A LOSS OF EFFECTIVE LIFT AND LOWERING OF THE AFFECTED VEHICLE, POSSIBLY CREATING THE DRIVER TO PANIC WHICH COULD POSSIBLY LEAD TO A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
ROCK KRAWLER WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND PROVIDE A FREE REMEDY. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 15. 2008. ALL THE AFFECTED UNTITS HAVE BEEN REMEDIED. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ROCK KRAWLER AT 1-518-270-9822.
09V119000 Apr 9, 2009
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM
Defect Description
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 42,469 MY 2002-2003 JEEP LIBERTY VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN SALT BELT STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, IOWA, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, KENTUCKY, MASSACHUSETTS, MAINE, MARYLAND, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSY... Read more
Consequence
FAILURE OF THE BALL JOINT COULD RESULT IN A LOSS OF STEERING CAPABILITY, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT UPPER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLIES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR ABOUT APRIL 24, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
09E012000 Apr 7, 2009
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect Description
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES... Read more
Consequence
DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
06V288000 Aug 3, 2006
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN TRUCKS, THE CONSTANT TENSION FRONT LOWER BALL JOINTS MAY EXPERIENCE CONTAMINATION. IF THE VEHICLE IS OPERATED FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD WITH THIS CONDITION, THE BALL JOINT MAY EVENTUALLY EXPERIENCE WEAR AND LOOSENESS.
Consequence
WHEN THE DRIVER CONTINUES TO OPERATE THE VEHICLE WITH THIS CONDITION, THE CONTAMINATION CAN LEAD TO CORROSION, ACCELERATED WEAR AND POSSIBLY SEPARATION FROM THE STEERING KNUCKLE CAUSING A LOSS OF VEHICLE STEERING CONTROL INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT LOWER BALL JOINTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 11, 2006. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
06E065000 Jul 17, 2006
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect Description
CERTAIN AJ MOTORSPORT COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIAT... Read more
Consequence
LACK OF AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS IN THE LAMPS WILL DECREASE LIGHTING VISIBILITY TO OTHER DRIVERS AND MAY POSSIBLY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
AJ MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER REIMBURSEMENT FOR THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 31, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AJ MOTORSPORT AT 626-618-2026.
06E049000 May 24, 2006
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect Description
CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. ... Read more
Consequence
WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy
CK MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE NONCOMPLIANT LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CK MOTORSPORT AT 1-909-610-7211.
06E026000 Mar 23, 2006
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect Description
CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE D... Read more
Consequence
WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy
PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
03V460000 Nov 10, 2003
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE LOWER CONTROL ARM BALL JOINTS CAN EXPERIENCE A LOSS OF LUBRICATION THAT CAN LEAD TO CORROSION, ACCELERATED WEAR, AND POSSIBLE SEPARATION FROM THE STEERING KNUCKLE.
Consequence
A BALL JOINT THATHAS SEPARATED FROM THE KNUCKLE COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE DIRECTIONAL CONTROL AND COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARM BALL JOINTS WITH MODIFIED ASSEMBLIES AND HEAT SHIELDS ON VEHICLES BUILT BETWEEN JANUARY 2, 2001 AND OCTOBER 4, 2002. ON VEHICLES BUILT BETWEEN OCTOBER 5, 2002 AND MARCH 26, 2003, DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES (AND REPLACE THEM AS NEC... Read more
Complaint Statistics
1,731 total complaints
177 crashes 13 fires 229 injuries 2 deaths
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| AIR BAGS | 361 |
| SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT | 271 |
| SUSPENSION | 102 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 85 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 81 |
| VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS | 65 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 63 |
| STRUCTURE | 62 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 44 |
| SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER BALL JOINT | 42 |
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
Mar 11, 2026
Incident date: Mar 9, 2026
The contact owns a 2022 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 15 MPH and approaching a speed hump, the driver's side front wheel detached at the ball joint, disabling the vehicle. The vehicle was towed by AAA to a certified mechanic. The mechanic determined that the driver's ... Read more
BACK OVER PREVENTION
Mar 11, 2026
Incident date: Mar 9, 2026
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Explorer. The contact received the recall notification letter for NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention). The contact stated that the camera became inoperable. There was no warning light illuminated. The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that the ... Read more
STEERING
Feb 4, 2025
Incident date: Jun 16, 2024
1) This is the second occurrence of this issue within the past 12 months. While driving, my EV displayed various blinking lights and a “Check EV Connection” message, followed by a “12v Battery Critical” warning. The entire system began shutting down in the middle of the road. I managed to pu... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Apr 29, 2024
Incident date: Apr 27, 2024
The contact owns a 2023 Ford F-350 SD. The contact stated while operating the vehicle, the message "Pre-Collision Assist Not Available" was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who stated that the Pre-Collision Assist Module was faulty and required a software update. The contact was ... Read more
SEAT BELTS
Apr 8, 2024
Incident date: Apr 6, 2024
Car displayed safety restraint system fault RCM_a094. Tesla diagnosed as rear seat buckle sensor failure. Additionally, car displays an intermittent fault RCM_a056. Tesla diagnosed this as a front passenger Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensor fault. Tesla stated the front passenger airbag wo... Read more
ENGINE
Sep 28, 2023
Incident date: Aug 5, 2023
Paid off my vehicle at the end of 2022. Beginning of 2023, it started knocking. Had it towed to the Dealership and come to find out, the engine needed to be replaced. Well we had them replace it while I tried working with Hyundai. Explained that my 2017 has the 3.3 engine. Only 420 vehicles were rec... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Sep 22, 2023
Incident date: Sep 18, 2023
Place vehicle into reverse gear, then backup camera displays on infotainment screen, The view on the screen displayed in purple , green and blue hues making the image of what is behind the vehicle unclear and unsafe to operate in reverse.
POWER TRAIN
Sep 22, 2023
Incident date: Sep 18, 2023
Driving on hiway and vehicle shifted gears. Would no shift normally afterwards. Tried several times. Left myself and granddaughter in hiway in danger. Had local mechanic inspect the vehicle. Was told defective shifting linkage. Has occurred multiple times.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jul 19, 2023
Incident date: Jul 18, 2023
Driving at 30 mph in 100 degree heat, a/c shut off, and a "check the starter system" warning appeared on my display. The temperature gauge flattened to cold as well.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jun 27, 2023
Incident date: Jun 27, 2023
Car parked in driveway running, in park. Went inside for less than 5 sec, came out and car rolling backwards out of driveway, 15 month old inside. Car went across two yards, struck 3 trees and lamppost coming to stop in woods/creek. Car was in PARK when entered car and checked by bystander. By t... Read more
Crash
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
May 16, 2023
Incident date: May 2, 2023
Ignition switch locked will not turn.
WHEELS
Mar 22, 2023
Incident date: Mar 22, 2023
I purchased this vehicle in June 2022 VW of Orlando North Florida. I had issues with salesperson [XXX] as he caught himself in lies. Anyway, my vehicle has 5,000 miles I keep in excellent condition I was going to detail and add some wheel options when I observed all 4 tires on this vehicle do not m... Read more
STEERING
Feb 25, 2023
Incident date: Jan 25, 2023
Upon driving the steering wheel turn forcing you to steer in other direction. The power steering light displays on dash and steering in lost and hard to steer
STRUCTURE:BODY
Feb 25, 2023
Incident date: Jan 25, 2023
Rear subframe rust got so bad the control arm snapped off and nearly killed my family.
ENGINE
Feb 25, 2023
Incident date: Jan 25, 2023
My 2016 Hyundai Sonata (sport) with the 2.4 GDI theta II seized on me WHILE DRIVING down the interstate on April 14, 2022, no engine light, no warnings, nothing. It was extremely dangerous & also very scary. The car did this at 135,000 miles. I had my Sonata towed to a Hyundai service center after... Read more
TIRES
Feb 8, 2023
Incident date: Jan 17, 2023
The contact owns two 2021 Chevrolet Blazer equipped with Continental Tires, Tire Line: Crosscontact LX Sport, Tire Size: 235/65/R18, DOT Number: A3LMWD30. The contact stated that while his daughter was driving 30 MPH, the vehicle lost traction. The contact stated that the rear driver’s side tire l... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jan 26, 2023
Incident date: Jan 22, 2023
My airbags were never replaced by Audi. I took my vehicle in for an oil change and to fix the recall I received in the mail (airbags) and was told they had none in stock. Why is this telling me I have no recalls when I still do? The only way that my vehicle has no recalls is if Audi said they fixed ... Read more
STEERING
Jan 26, 2023
Incident date: Jan 22, 2023
The ball joint and cv axle broke making me wreck. I had no control of the steering.
Crash
1 injured
POWER TRAIN
Jan 26, 2023
Incident date: Jan 22, 2023
Transmission exploded while driving the highway creating a large hole on the side and sending shrapnel out which damaged further components. Transmission fluid was dumped all over the highway and vehicle lost power. It is available and I have photos and a video of when the failure accured. There are... Read more
AIR BAGS
Dec 8, 2022
Incident date: Dec 1, 2022
Air Bag Warning Light comes on from time to time. I wonder if the Air Bag System is working properly. Almost every other Jeep Liberty before and after my VIN number was recalled, just not a very small group of vehicles my Jeep is in.
AIR BAGS
Oct 25, 2022
Incident date: Oct 24, 2022
The air bags didn't deploy at all. I slide on an icy bridge at 35 mph and slammed into the concrete bridge barrier. None of the airbags deployed. The Jeep was put on a scope 2 1/2 weeks before the accident with no codes read. I have severe whip lash and muscle strains in my back, neck, shoulders, an... Read more
Crash
1 injured
SUSPENSION
Oct 19, 2022
Incident date: Oct 15, 2022
The contact's husband owns a 2003 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the front driver's side suspension of the vehicle inadvertently lowered, and the tire became flat. The contact veered to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagno... Read more
SEAT BELTS
Oct 18, 2022
Incident date: Oct 13, 2022
The airbag deployed while driving down the road. Was unaware of the recall. Dealer said they can not fix because the airbag already deployed. Had minor physical injury to the left arm but definitely mental distress. Air bag light came on which it had before then 30-60 seconds later airbag deployed w... Read more
1 injured
AIR BAGS
Oct 18, 2022
Incident date: Oct 13, 2022
The airbag deployed while driving down the road. Was unaware of the recall. Dealer said they can not fix because the airbag already deployed. Had minor physical injury to the left arm but definitely mental distress. Air bag light came on which it had before then 30-60 seconds later airbag deployed w... Read more
1 injured
AIR BAGS
Oct 13, 2022
Incident date: Oct 13, 2022
The contact owns a 2003 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that while his girlfriend was driving at approximately 40 MPH, the driver's side air bag was deployed inadvertently without incident. The contact stated that the air bag warning light had been illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact's... Read more
1 injured
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
Aug 5, 2022
Incident date: Aug 5, 2022
The contact owns a 2003 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that on multiple occasions while driving at various speeds, an abnormal sound was heard coming from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the lower ball joints failed. The vehicle... Read more
SEAT BELTS
May 18, 2022
Incident date: Jun 2, 2021
The airbag deployed on my wife that was in her third trimester pregnancy while driving on the highway, which left the baby and my wife at risk. She was sent to the emergency for abdominal trauma. Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, or RAM dealer were unable to locate a recall number for the Jeep Airbag System Oc... Read more
1 injured
SERVICE BRAKES
May 18, 2022
Incident date: Jun 2, 2021
The airbag deployed on my wife that was in her third trimester pregnancy while driving on the highway, which left the baby and my wife at risk. She was sent to the emergency for abdominal trauma. Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, or RAM dealer were unable to locate a recall number for the Jeep Airbag System Oc... Read more
1 injured
AIR BAGS
May 18, 2022
Incident date: Jun 2, 2021
The airbag deployed on my wife that was in her third trimester pregnancy while driving on the highway, which left the baby and my wife at risk. She was sent to the emergency for abdominal trauma. Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, or RAM dealer were unable to locate a recall number for the Jeep Airbag System Oc... Read more
1 injured
SUSPENSION
Dec 11, 2021
Incident date: Dec 10, 2021
Lower passenger front ball joint corroded and broke in half. Luckily this happened backing out of a parking space . Somehow this vin does not show on the F23 RECALL???
SUSPENSION
Oct 3, 2021
Incident date: Dec 25, 2020
Front lower control arm ball joints are worn on both sides an it's only the bottom ones. No Safety hazard yet but I'm sure if it fails it will be scary. Multiple other vehicles made prior to the moth this one was manufactured had a recall on the lower ball joints. I believe this vehicle is also affe... Read more
WHEELS
Oct 2, 2021
Incident date: Jul 10, 2021
On 7/10 I'm driving down the road towards the freeway. I hear a very loud pop that startles me. I pull over & discover lower ball joint has separated causing the lower control arm to slip out of socket into the wheel & than separate from wheel. I mean its still attached to the vehicle but vehicle is... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Oct 2, 2021
Incident date: Jul 10, 2021
On 7/10 I'm driving down the road towards the freeway. I hear a very loud pop that startles me. I pull over & discover lower ball joint has separated causing the lower control arm to slip out of socket into the wheel & than separate from wheel. I mean its still attached to the vehicle but vehicle is... Read more
SUSPENSION
Oct 2, 2021
Incident date: Jul 10, 2021
On 7/10 I'm driving down the road towards the freeway. I hear a very loud pop that startles me. I pull over & discover lower ball joint has separated causing the lower control arm to slip out of socket into the wheel & than separate from wheel. I mean its still attached to the vehicle but vehicle is... Read more
AIR BAGS
Mar 19, 2021
Incident date: Mar 19, 2021
I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE INTERSTATE WITH MY DAD, WHEN SUDDENLY THE AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON. WE CHECKED THE SEATBELTS AND OTHER FACTORS, BUT IT DIDN'T TURN OFF
SUSPENSION
Feb 23, 2021
Incident date: Apr 15, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 JEEP LIBERTY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BALL JOINT AND CONTROL ARM DETACHED WHILE DRIVING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO MARTIN SWANTY CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM (2640 E. ANDY DEVINE AVE, KINGMAN, AZ 86401) TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS UNAWARE OF THE RESULTS FROM THE DIAGNO... Read more
AIR BAGS
Feb 6, 2021
Incident date: Jan 14, 2021
I WAS PUSHED OFF THE HWY AND ROLLED OVER MULTIPLE TIMES. I RECEIVED INJURIES AS WELL AS MY SON. MY AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY.
Crash
2 injured
AIR BAGS
Dec 3, 2020
Incident date: Dec 1, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 JEEP LIBERTY. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V046000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONTACT STATED THA... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Nov 6, 2020
Incident date: Nov 5, 2020
WHILE TURNING FROM A GREEN LIGHT I WAS PROBABLY GOING MAYBE 5-10 MPH BOTH MY DRIVER AND PASSENGER AIRBAGS BOTH WENT OFF AND MAN THOSE THINGS HURT BADLY BUT THERE WAS NO CAR COLLISION OR ANYTHING THEY JUST WENT OFF OUT OF THE BLUE AND THERE WAS A LOT OF SMOKE AND LEFT MY EARS RINGING AND PARTS OF THE... Read more
1 injured
AIR BAGS
Nov 6, 2020
Incident date: Nov 5, 2020
WHILE TURNING FROM A GREEN LIGHT I WAS PROBABLY GOING MAYBE 5-10 MPH BOTH MY DRIVER AND PASSENGER AIRBAGS BOTH WENT OFF AND MAN THOSE THINGS HURT BADLY BUT THERE WAS NO CAR COLLISION OR ANYTHING THEY JUST WENT OFF OUT OF THE BLUE AND THERE WAS A LOT OF SMOKE AND LEFT MY EARS RINGING AND PARTS OF THE... Read more
1 injured
SUSPENSION
Nov 4, 2020
Incident date: Nov 2, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 JEEP LIBERTY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE REVERSING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE, A LOUD BOOMING SOUND WAS HEARD. UPON INSPECTION, IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE SUSPENSION HAD FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRO... Read more
SUSPENSION
Sep 28, 2020
Incident date: May 15, 2020
THE FRONT LOWER BALL JOINTS ON THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN RECALLED AND REPLACED BEFORE. BOTH FRONT LOWER BALL JOINTS ARE BAD AGAIN. WILL THEY BE COVERED TO BE REPLACED AGAIN DUE TO RECALL ISSUES BEFORE AND STILL ARE BAD
AIR BAGS
Sep 20, 2020
Incident date: Sep 11, 2020
DRIVING 25 MPH ON MY WAY HOME AIRBAG DEPLOYED WITHOUT COLLISION JUT DEPLOYED WITH NO REASON!!
WHEELS
Aug 31, 2020
Incident date: Aug 28, 2020
SON WAS DRIVING HOME WHEN THE DRIVER SIDE WHEEL CAME OFF, IN MID TURN-. ON A PUBLIC ROAD, ABOUT TO TURN ONTO THE INTERSTATE. LUCKILY, WASN'T GOING 65. THE CAR HAD TO BE TOWED. OUR MECHANIC SAID THE BALL JOINT BROKE LOOSE, BENDING THE AXLE AS WELL, DAMAGING THE WHEEL AND TIRE. THERE HAS BEEN A RECAL... Read more
SUSPENSION
Aug 31, 2020
Incident date: Aug 28, 2020
SON WAS DRIVING HOME WHEN THE DRIVER SIDE WHEEL CAME OFF, IN MID TURN-. ON A PUBLIC ROAD, ABOUT TO TURN ONTO THE INTERSTATE. LUCKILY, WASN'T GOING 65. THE CAR HAD TO BE TOWED. OUR MECHANIC SAID THE BALL JOINT BROKE LOOSE, BENDING THE AXLE AS WELL, DAMAGING THE WHEEL AND TIRE. THERE HAS BEEN A RECAL... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jul 16, 2020
Incident date: Jan 7, 2020
MY AIRBAG LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATING INTERMITTENTLY. IT THEN REMAINED ON. I AM AN ENGINEER AND CHECK THE CODES. A CODE 0066 WAS PRESENTED. I CHANGED THE LEFT FRONT IMPACT MODULE, BUT SAME CODE AND WARNING LIGHT WERE PRESENT. I DID OBSERVE A STRANGE THINGS WHILE DIAGNOSING. STARTING THE ENGINE WILL... Read more
SUSPENSION
Jun 16, 2020
Incident date: Jun 12, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 JEEP LIBERTY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND THE VEHICLE JERKED WITH THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED TH... Read more
SUSPENSION
Apr 6, 2020
Incident date: Dec 24, 2019
I AM THE SECOND OWNER OF THIS VEHICLE, WHEN I ACQUIRED IT, I HAD IT SERVICED AT THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY PREFORMED ALL RECALL WORK. IT HAS BEEN KEPT SERVICED AND UP TO DATE ON ANY RECALL WORK SINCE. DURING THE DAY ON CHRISTMAS EVE 2019 I WAS RETURNING HOME FROM A VISIT AT MY MOTHER'S HOME AND SUDDENL... Read more
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POWER TRAIN
Apr 6, 2020
Incident date: Dec 24, 2019
I AM THE SECOND OWNER OF THIS VEHICLE, WHEN I ACQUIRED IT, I HAD IT SERVICED AT THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY PREFORMED ALL RECALL WORK. IT HAS BEEN KEPT SERVICED AND UP TO DATE ON ANY RECALL WORK SINCE. DURING THE DAY ON CHRISTMAS EVE 2019 I WAS RETURNING HOME FROM A VISIT AT MY MOTHER'S HOME AND SUDDENL... Read more
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STEERING
Apr 6, 2020
Incident date: Dec 24, 2019
I AM THE SECOND OWNER OF THIS VEHICLE, WHEN I ACQUIRED IT, I HAD IT SERVICED AT THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY PREFORMED ALL RECALL WORK. IT HAS BEEN KEPT SERVICED AND UP TO DATE ON ANY RECALL WORK SINCE. DURING THE DAY ON CHRISTMAS EVE 2019 I WAS RETURNING HOME FROM A VISIT AT MY MOTHER'S HOME AND SUDDENL... Read more
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Technical Service Bulletins, 2003 JEEP LIBERTY
79 manufacturer communications from 53 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 10 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 9 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 9 |
| 210000 TRAILER HITCHES | 6 |
| 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 5 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 4 |
| 140000 AIR BAGS | 4 |
| 200000 WHEELS | 3 |
9001784
Feb 22, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Mechanical rocker arm, intake, 1.7 ratio.
9001784
Feb 22, 2021
100000 POWER TRAIN
Mechanical rocker arm, intake, 1.7 ratio.
9004275
Jul 22, 2020
116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not program to the vehi
9004275
Jul 22, 2020
116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not program to the vehi
23-015-20
Apr 30, 2020
160000 STRUCTURE
Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
23-015-20
Apr 30, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
08-049-20
Apr 22, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are nece
08-049-20
Apr 22, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are nece
DOR-K3F3K-06
Mar 18, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This SKU is a Ball Joint. The customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect the cup material. Plastic cup material has the potential to have a shorter service life than the metal. Shorter service life will requir
DOR-J8B5R-06
Mar 18, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This SKU is a Ball Joint. The customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect the cup material. Plastic cup material has the potential to have a shorter service life than the metal. Shorter service life will requir
3100619
Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
3100619
Nov 20, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
3100519
Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
3100319
Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
31-005-19
Nov 20, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
31-006-19
Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
31-003-19
Nov 20, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
31-005-19
Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
R2118796A
Feb 26, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.
9003215
Feb 12, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Part Description: 5.7L Long Block Issue Description: This 5.7L Long Block Assembly is compatible with both EGR and Non-EGR applications. An EGR Block-Off Plate (53032739AA) must be ordered when installing this Long Block Assembly in a
9003215
Feb 12, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Part Description: 5.7L Long Block Issue Description: This 5.7L Long Block Assembly is compatible with both EGR and Non-EGR applications. An EGR Block-Off Plate (53032739AA) must be ordered when installing this Long Block Assembly in a
1300214
Dec 18, 2014
210000 TRAILER HITCHES
Towing Capacity For Vehicles Modified With N45 Or N46 Trailer-Hitch Assembly This bulletin specifies the approved tow rating for vehicles not equipped with trailer tow package that have received a trailer-hitch assembly as a result of the
13-002-14
Dec 18, 2014
210000 TRAILER HITCHES
Towing Capacity For Vehicles Modified With N45 Or N46 Trailer-Hitch Assembly This bulletin specifies the approved tow rating for vehicles not equipped with trailer tow package that have received a trailer-hitch assembly as a result of the
1300214
Dec 18, 2014
210000 TRAILER HITCHES
Towing Capacity For Vehicles Modified With N45 Or N46 Trailer-Hitch Assembly This bulletin specifies the approved tow rating for vehicles not equipped with trailer tow package that have received a trailer-hitch assembly as a result of the
13-002-14
Dec 18, 2014
211000 TRAILER HITCHES:FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY
JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE 1993-1998, JEEP LIBERTY 2002-2007. SERVICE BULLETIN REGARDING THE VEHICLES WITH N45 OR N46 TRAILER HITCH ASSEMBLY. THE NEW TRAILER HITCH ASSEMBLY HAS BEEN INSTALLED. *LJ
9003192
Dec 17, 2014
200000 WHEELS
Part Description: wheel hub cap Issue Description: This hubcap is installed directly to the wheel using screws; PN 00154236. This part is not currently listed in the catalog
9003192
Dec 17, 2014
200000 WHEELS
Part Description: wheel hub cap Issue Description: This hubcap is installed directly to the wheel using screws; PN 00154236. This part is not currently listed in the catalog
9003192
Dec 17, 2014
200000 WHEELS
Part Description: wheel hub cap Issue Description: This hubcap is installed directly to the wheel using screws; PN 00154236. This part is not currently listed in the catalog
9002849
Sep 3, 2014
160000 STRUCTURE
Part Description: Insulator on Lever Assy Manual Valve - Valve Body - RWD Transmission Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and instruction sheet are now available as a kit. If the insulator requires replacemen
9002849
Sep 3, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
Part Description: Insulator on Lever Assy Manual Valve - Valve Body - RWD Transmission Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and instruction sheet are now available as a kit. If the insulator requires replacemen
M3511082012
Nov 8, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Advanced Field Action Communication ? M3511082012 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) announced a safety recall on 2002 and 2003 model year (KJ) Jeep Liberty vehicles built through March 28, 2003 and 2002 through 2004 model year (WJ) Jeep Grand
M3511082012
Nov 8, 2013
154000 SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER
Advanced Field Action Communication ? M3511082012 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) announced a safety recall on 2002 and 2003 model year (KJ) Jeep Liberty vehicles built through March 28, 2003 and 2002 through 2004 model year (WJ) Jeep Grand
M3511082012
Nov 8, 2013
140000 AIR BAGS
Advanced Field Action Communication ? M3511082012 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) announced a safety recall on 2002 and 2003 model year (KJ) Jeep Liberty vehicles built through March 28, 2003 and 2002 through 2004 model year (WJ) Jeep Grand
M3511082012
Nov 8, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Advanced Field Action Communication ? M3511082012 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) announced a safety recall on 2002 and 2003 model year (KJ) Jeep Liberty vehicles built through March 28, 2003 and 2002 through 2004 model year (WJ) Jeep Grand
M3511082012
Nov 8, 2013
140000 AIR BAGS
Advanced Field Action Communication ? M3511082012 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) announced a safety recall on 2002 and 2003 model year (KJ) Jeep Liberty vehicles built through March 28, 2003 and 2002 through 2004 model year (WJ) Jeep Grand
M3511082012
Nov 8, 2013
150100 SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Advanced Field Action Communication ? M3511082012 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) announced a safety recall on 2002 and 2003 model year (KJ) Jeep Liberty vehicles built through March 28, 2003 and 2002 through 2004 model year (WJ) Jeep Grand
M3511082012
Nov 8, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Advanced Field Action Communication ? M3511082012 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) announced a safety recall on 2002 and 2003 model year (KJ) Jeep Liberty vehicles built through March 28, 2003 and 2002 through 2004 model year (WJ) Jeep Grand
M3511082012
Nov 8, 2013
140000 AIR BAGS
Advanced Field Action Communication ? M3511082012 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) announced a safety recall on 2002 and 2003 model year (KJ) Jeep Liberty vehicles built through March 28, 2003 and 2002 through 2004 model year (WJ) Jeep Grand
N45062013
Jun 20, 2013
260000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Chrysler will offer owners an upgrade to the rear structure of the subject vehicles by the addition of a trailer hitch to better manage the crash forces in low-speed impacts.
N45062013
Jun 20, 2013
210000 TRAILER HITCHES
Chrysler will offer owners an upgrade to the rear structure of the subject vehicles by the addition of a trailer hitch to better manage the crash forces in low-speed impacts.
N45062013
Jun 20, 2013
160000 STRUCTURE
Chrysler will offer owners an upgrade to the rear structure of the subject vehicles by the addition of a trailer hitch to better manage the crash forces in low-speed impacts.
N45062013
Jun 20, 2013
160000 STRUCTURE
Chrysler will offer owners an upgrade to the rear structure of the subject vehicles by the addition of a trailer hitch to better manage the crash forces in low-speed impacts.
N45062013
Jun 20, 2013
210000 TRAILER HITCHES
Chrysler will offer owners an upgrade to the rear structure of the subject vehicles by the addition of a trailer hitch to better manage the crash forces in low-speed impacts.
N45062013
Jun 20, 2013
260000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Chrysler will offer owners an upgrade to the rear structure of the subject vehicles by the addition of a trailer hitch to better manage the crash forces in low-speed impacts.
N45062013
Jun 20, 2013
210000 TRAILER HITCHES
New Safety Recall Advanced Communication ? N45062013 During recent discussions, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (?NHTSA?) and Chrysler Group LLC (?Chrysler?) mutually identified an opportunity to incrementally improve th
N45062013
Jun 20, 2013
160000 STRUCTURE
New Safety Recall Advanced Communication ? N45062013 During recent discussions, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (?NHTSA?) and Chrysler Group LLC (?Chrysler?) mutually identified an opportunity to incrementally improve th
9002519
Mar 20, 2013
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
82212076, 82203694 - Fabric Cleaner This "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in California, the otc states (Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington dc
21-001-13
Jan 31, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MIL Illumination - DTC P1776 Solenoid Switch Valve Latched in LR Position
2500108
Jan 8, 2008
063110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)
POSITIVE CRANKCASE VENTILATION (PCV) SYSTEM FREEZES IN EXTREME COLD AMBIENT TEMPERATURES -- INVOLVES INSTALLING REVISED PCV SYSTEM COMPONENTS. *NJ
0800107
Feb 7, 2007
140000 AIR BAGS
PASSENGER AIR BAG DEACTIVATION. *KB
0803006
Aug 25, 2006
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION. *KB
1900805
Nov 2, 2005
010000 STEERING
REVISED POWER STEERING SYSTEM BLEEDING PROCEDURES. *SC
2101505
Sep 1, 2005
100000 POWER TRAIN
45RFE/545RFE TRANS - DELAYED ENGAGEMENT DUE TO COOLER RETURN FILTER REPLACEMENT. *SC
2401305
Aug 4, 2005
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) COOLING COIL ODOR. *TT
05002
Apr 28, 2005
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
NEW WATER PUMP FOR 3.7L ENGINE - NO LONGER COMMON WITH 4.7L. ADVANCED SERVICE INFORMATION #05-002. *TT
2100905
Mar 22, 2005
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MIL (MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP) ILLUMINATION FOR DTC'S (DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES) P0750, P0755, P0760, P0765, P0846, P0871 OR P0841. 2004-2005 JEEP CHEROKEE AND 2005 CHRYSLER 300/MAGNUM *SC
0801505
Mar 2, 2005
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION. *SC
2100804
Oct 16, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATION -DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P1776 SOLENOID SWITCH VALVE LATCHED IN LR POSITION. *MJ THIS BULLETIN REPLACES 21-008-04 DATED JUNE 1, 2004. *TT
16
Jun 1, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
THE REAR FLIP-UP WINDOW SWITCH MAY BE IMPROPERLY SEALED AND COULD ALLOW WATER TO ENTER INTO THE SWITCH. THIS CAN CAUSE THE FLIP-UP WINDOW TO OPEN UNINTENTIONALLY IF IT IS LEFT UNLOCKED. CUSTOMER SATISFACTION D16. *TT
2300204
Apr 6, 2004
132000 VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
FLIP-UP GLASS MAY OPEN AFTER VEHICLE HAS BEEN EXPOSED TO VERY WET CONDITIONS. *TT *MJ
050304
Apr 1, 2004
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
DOMESTIC FRONT DISC BRAKES PAD KIT AVAILABILITY. *TT
0900704
Mar 2, 2004
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
IRREGULAR ENGINE SNAPPING SOUND. *TT
0803403
Mar 2, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NEW SPARK PLUG FOR 2.4L ENGINE. *MJ
0500104
Jan 13, 2004
045200 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:PADS
THE CUSTOMER MAY EXPERIENCE A REAR BRAKE MOAN-LIKE SOUND DURING LIGHT OR NO BRAKE APPLICATION PRESSURE. *MN
0500303
Aug 15, 2003
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
REAR DISC BRAKE MOAN-LIKE SOUND. *TT
2100603A
Aug 1, 2003
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
TRANSMISSION HARSH 4-3 DOWNSHIFT. *TT
2100703
Aug 1, 2003
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
NEW FASTENERS TO PREVENT POSSIBLE 42RLE TRANSMISSION FLUID WEEPAGE. *TT
0600203
Aug 1, 2003
101000 POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
CLUTCH SLIPPING. 2004 CHEROKEE INCLUDED. *TT
2100503A
Aug 1, 2003
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
DELAYED OR TEMPORARY LOSS OF TRANSMISSION ENGAGEMENT AFTER INITIAL START UP ON VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING THE 2004 PACIFICA, SEBRING CONVERTIBLE, SEBRING SEDAN, INTREPID AND 2003 SX2.0. *TT
1800503B
Jul 4, 2003
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
TRANSMISSION SHIFT/SPEED CONTROL IMPROVEMENTS/POSSIBLE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATION. *TT
03010
Apr 24, 2003
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
SCORED 3.7L ENGINE CRANKSHAFT. *TT
15
Apr 1, 2003
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
EMISSION RECALL TO INSPECT AND REPLACE THE FUEL PUMP ASSEMBLY WHICH MAY CAUSE VEHICLE TO EMIT HYDROCARBON (HC) AND CARBON MONOXIDE (CO) LEVELS ABOVE THE ALLOWABLE LIMITS. *TT
1800503C
Mar 30, 2003
100000 POWER TRAIN
TRANSMISSION SHIFT / SPEED CONTROL IMPROVEMENTS / POSSIBLE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATION. *TT
1800503
Mar 7, 2003
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
TRANSMISSION SHIFT/SPEED CONTROL IMPROVEMENTS. *JB
03001
Jan 31, 2003
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
COWL PLENUM BODY SEAM MAY LACK SUFFICIENT BODY SEALER. *TT
02024
Nov 11, 2002
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
HARSH SHIFTS DUE TO A STICKING PRESSURE SENSOR TRANSDUCER. *TT
02014
Aug 13, 2002
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
OVERHEAD CONSOLE ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) MAY HAVE THE SERVICE INTERVAL FEATURE SET HIGHER THAN 6,000 MILES, ON CERTAIN EARLY 2003 MODELS. *TT
1802002
Jun 24, 2002
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
FLASH PROGRAMMING FAILURE RECOVERY. *SLC
2200102
Mar 11, 2002
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
CHROME WHEEL CARE. *SLC
NHTSA Safety Investigations, JEEP LIBERTY
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE17003
Opened: Jun 1, 2017 , Closed: Dec 25, 2017
Occupant Restraint Controller Failure
The Office of Defects Investigation opened this Preliminary Evaluation to investigate VOQ complaints alleging a failure of the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) module in model year (MY) 2012 Jeep Liberty.The purpose of the investigation was to understand Vehicle Owner Questionnaire (VOQ) complain... Read more
PE13034
Opened: Oct 21, 2013 , Closed: Mar 9, 2014
Jeep Liberty Door Fires
The driver's side power master window switch (PMWS) evaluted during this investigation controls the power windows for all four doors, the power mirrors and door locks.The PMWS is located on the driver's side door panel.Chrysler advised that the PMWS was used on multiple vehicle platforms including m... Read more
EA12001
Opened: Jan 23, 2012 , Closed: Feb 21, 2013
Inadvertent Air Bag Deployment
The investigation was opened based on reports of frontal air bag inadvertent deployments (ABIDs) on model year (MY) 2002-2003 Jeep Liberty vehicles.Data provided by Chrysler indicate that the air bag squib filter circuitry inside the Occupant Restraint Control (ORC) module can degrade and result in ... Read more
PE11035
Opened: Sep 23, 2011 , Closed: Jan 30, 2012
Inadvertent Air Bag Deployment
Based on analysis of Chrysler's response, and including ODI's consumer complaints, ODI has identified 87 reports of air bag inadvertent deployment incidents resulting in 50 alleged injuries.The injuries consists of burn/cuts and bruises to the upper body region.Forty-two (42) of the 87 incidents inv... Read more
EA11013
Opened: Sep 15, 2011 , Closed: Mar 14, 2012
Rear Suspension Control Arm Failure
In a letter dated March 2, 2012 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) submitted a Defect Information Report (NHTSA recall No. 12V-085) to the NHTSA identifying a safety defect regarding rear suspension lower control arm corrosion in approximately 210,000 model year (MY) 2004 and 2005 Jeep Liberty vehicles, ... Read more
PE11013
Opened: Apr 18, 2011 , Closed: Sep 15, 2011
Rear Suspension Control Arm Failure
During Preliminary Evaluation (PE11-013), the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) conducted an analysis of consumer field data from its Vehicle Owner Questionnaire (VOQ) database and from complaint data submitted to ODI by Chrysler. ODI's analysis of VOQ data identified 13 complaints alleging fail... Read more
EA08008
Opened: Apr 15, 2008 , Closed: Apr 16, 2009
UPPER BALL JOINT SEPARATION
ON APRIL 7, 2009, CHRYSLER LLC SUBMITTED TO ODI A DEFECT INFORMATION REPORT INDICATING THAT IT WOULD RECALL APPROXIMATELY 42,469 MODEL YEAR 2002 THROUGH 2003 JEEP LIBERTY VEHICLES TO REMEDY A DEFECT THAT CAN RESULT IN UPPER BALL JOINT SEPARATION WHILE DRIVING (09V-119).THE AFFECTED VEHICLES WERE BUI... Read more
PE07062
Opened: Dec 17, 2007 , Closed: Apr 18, 2008
UPPER BALL JOINT SEPARATION
ODI HAS RECEIVED 22 COMPLAINTS OF UPPER BALL JOINT SEPARATION ON MODEL YEAR 2002 AND 2003 JEEP LIBERTY 4X4 VEHICLES.THE SEPARATION OF AN UPPER BALL JOINT ON EITHER OF THE FRONT WHEELS CAN RESULT IN THE AFFECTED FRONT WHEEL COLLAPSING, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN VEHICLE DISABLEMENT AND CAUSING A LOSS OF V... Read more
PE07041
Opened: Aug 8, 2007 , Closed: Dec 7, 2007
DIESEL FUEL LEAK
OVERHEATING OF THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR AT THE FUEL HEATER ON THE FUEL FILTER / WATER SEPARATOR ASSEMBLY CAN CAUSE A FUEL LEAK THROUGH THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION.OPERATORS REPORT THE SMELL OF DIESEL FUEL, SMOKE, DIFFICULTY STARTING AND/OR POOR ENGINE OPERATION.THE FUEL LEAKAGE IS REPORTED BY SOME OPE... Read more
PE06056
Opened: Nov 21, 2006 , Closed: Mar 12, 2007
INTERIOR FIRE, PASSENGER SIDE DASH AREA
THIS INVESTIGATION WAS OPENED ON NOVEMBER 21, 2006 BASED ON TWO OWNER REPORTS AND ONE E-MAIL REPORT ALLEGING AN INTERIOR FIRE IN THE PASSENGER SIDE AREA OF THE DASH PANEL.DAIMLERCHRYSLER (DCC) HAS IDENTIFIED A DEFECT IN THE BLOWER MOTOR OF THE HVAC SYSTEM IN THE SUBJECT VEHICLES AND IN CERTAIN 2007 ... Read more
EA06008
Opened: May 31, 2006 , Closed: Aug 24, 2006
FRONT SUSPENSION BALL JOINT SEPARATION
ON JANUARY 6, 2006, THE OFFICE OF DEFECTS INVESTIGATION (ODI) OPENED A PRELIMINARY EVALUATION TO INVESTIGATE ALLEGED FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER BALL JOINT SEPARATIONIN CERTAIN MODEL YEAR (MY) 2004 JEEP LIBERTY VEHICLES.ODI SENT A LETTER TO THE MANUFACTURER ON FEBRUARY 7, 2006 REQUESTING INFORMATION ABOU... Read more
PE06004
Opened: Jan 6, 2006 , Closed: May 31, 2006
FRONT SUSPENSION BALL JOINT SEPARATION
ON JANUARY 6, 2006, THE OFFICE OF DEFECTS INVESTIGATION (ODI) OPENED A PRELIMINARY EVALUATION TO INVESTIGATE ALLEGED FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER BALL JOINT SEPARATION WHILE DRIVING IN CERTAIN MODEL YEAR (MY) 2004 JEEP LIBERTY VEHICLES.ODI SENT A LETTER TO THE MANUFACTURER ON FEBRUARY 7, 2006 REQUESTING I... Read more
EA05022
Opened: Dec 27, 2005 , Closed: Dec 21, 2006
FRONT SEAT BELT BUCKLE MALFUNCTION
THE OFFICE OF DEFECTS INVESTIGATION (ODI) HAS CLOSED THE INVESTIGATION OF FRONT SEAT BELT BUCKLES IN MODEL YEAR 2002 JEEP LIBERTY VEHICLES.ON AUGUST 26, 2006, ODI OPENED PRELIMINARY EVALUATION (PE)05-046 TO INVESTIGATE COMPLAINT REPORTS THAT ALLEGED PROBLEMS WITH LATCHING AND UNLATCHING THE FRONT SE... Read more
PE05046
Opened: Aug 26, 2005 , Closed: Dec 27, 2005
FRONT SEAT BELT BUCKLE MALFUNCTION
THIS INVESTIGATION OF FRONT SEAT BELT BUCKLES IN THE SUBJECT VEHICLES WAS OPENED ON AUGUST 26, 2005.THE BASIS FOR OPENING WAS SEVEN ODI REPORTS ALLEGING THE DRIVER'S SEAT BELT BUCKLE FAILED TO FUNCTION PROPERLY.THE COMPLAINANTS ALLEGED THE BUCKLES WOULD NOT LATCH OR WERE DIFFICULT TO LATCH OR UNLATC... Read more
JEEP LIBERTY - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the JEEP LIBERTY across all model years (2002, 2012).
78
Total Recalls
11,705
Total Complaints
14
Investigations
809
Reported Crashes
217
Reported Fires
24
Reported Deaths
JEEP LIBERTY - Year by Year
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