NHTSA recalls & complaints · 2000–2012

Jeep Liberty recalls, complaints and VIN decoding

NHTSA lists 30 recall campaigns and 8,880 owner complaints for the Jeep Liberty, covering model years 2000 to 2012. The 2002 model year drew the most complaints (1,808), and Suspension is the component owners name most often.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint flat files, updated September 25, 2026.

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See the model year, plant and build details of one vehicle, then the recalls for its exact year.

30 recall campaigns on file
8,880 owner complaints (unverified reports to NHTSA)
13 model years with data (2000–2012)

most complaints: 2002 (1,808 for that model year)
top component: Suspension (1,969 complaints)
latest recall 18V278000 (reported May 1, 2018)

595 complaints reporting a crash (6.7%)
155 complaints reporting a fire (1.7%)
462 complaints reporting an injury (5.2%)
13 complaints reporting a death (0.1%)

Jeep Liberty complaints by model year

13 model years · NHTSA complaints

The 2002 model year has the most complaints: 1,808 of 8,880, or 20.4%. Next come 2006 (1,372) and 2003 (1,351). The fewest are for 2000, with 6 complaints.

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Jeep Liberty complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death

Jeep Liberty complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Model year	Complaints	Reporting a crash	Reporting a fire	Reporting an injury	Reporting a death
2000	6	0	0	0	0
2001	10	2	0	1	1
2002	1,808	174	21	127	4
2003	1,351	134	11	136	3
2004	1,100	86	39	53	2
2005	1,118	73	27	42	2
2006	1,372	40	19	22	1
2007	703	25	12	14	0
2008	541	11	4	13	0
2009	108	2	2	4	0
2010	197	13	4	8	0
2011	181	16	2	17	0
2012	385	19	14	25	0
All model years	8,880	595	155	462	13

Crash, fire, injury and death columns count complaints that report at least one of them, not people.

Most-reported Jeep Liberty components

top 15 · NHTSA categories

Suspension is the component named most often, in 1,969 complaints (22.2% of all 8,880), followed by Air Bags (1,351) and Visibility (1,038).

Components named most often in Jeep Liberty complaints (top 15)

Components named most often in Jeep Liberty complaints (top 15)
Component	Complaints	Share of complaints
Suspension	1,969	22.2%
Air Bags	1,351	15.2%
Visibility	1,038	11.7%
Electrical System	888	10.0%
Structure	885	10.0%
Fuel/Propulsion System	862	9.7%
Fuel System, Gasoline	858	9.7%
Power Train	503	5.7%
Unknown or Other	361	4.1%
Steering	340	3.8%
Engine	331	3.7%
Engine and Engine Cooling	268	3.0%
Seat Belts	232	2.6%
Exterior Lighting	228	2.6%
Vehicle Speed Control	188	2.1%

One complaint can name several components, so the shares add up to more than 100%. Component names are NHTSA’s top-level categories.

What NHTSA owner complaints mean

These figures count complaints that vehicle owners and other members of the public have submitted to NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. NHTSA uses complaints, together with other data, to spot safety issues that may warrant an investigation and to check whether existing recalls go far enough.

They are reports, not findings. Each complaint is the submitter's own account. Its presence in the database does not mean NHTSA has confirmed a defect.
Counts are not defect rates. The data doesn't say how many vehicles were sold, so a raw count can't tell you what share of vehicles had a problem.
Popular models collect more complaints. A model sold in large numbers will usually gather more complaints than a rare one, simply because more people own it.
One complaint can name several components. Totals by component can therefore add up to more than the number of complaints.
Coverage starts in 1995. NHTSA's complaint file contains complaints received since January 1, 1995.

Use complaint patterns as a prompt for questions: whether a recall covers the issue, whether the vehicle you are considering has had the fix, and what a mechanic finds on inspection. For confirmed safety defects, see the recall list for this model.

Jeep Liberty recalls

30 campaigns · newest first

Every vehicle recall campaign NHTSA lists under the model name Liberty, newest first. The 30 campaigns cover model years 2002 to 2012. The 2006 model year appears in the most campaigns (9).

30 recall campaigns

Jeep Liberty recall campaigns covering each model year
Decade	Years ending in 0	Years ending in 1	Years ending in 2	Years ending in 3	Years ending in 4	Years ending in 5	Years ending in 6	Years ending in 7	Years ending in 8	Years ending in 9
2000s			2002: 8 campaigns	2003: 7 campaigns	2004: 7 campaigns	2005: 5 campaigns	2006: 9 campaigns	2007: 6 campaigns	2008: 4 campaigns	2009: no campaigns
2010s	2010: 2 campaigns	2011: 3 campaigns	2012: 2 campaigns

Highlighted: the model year with the most campaigns.

NHTSA campaign 18V278000
Reported May 1, 2018
Suspension › Rear
Model years 2004–2007
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2004-2007 Jeep Liberty vehicles. The rear suspension lower control arms can fracture due to excessive corrosion, causing a loss of vehicle control.
Consequence:
A fractured control arm can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear lower control arms, free of charge. The recall began June 26, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U38. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 12V-085. Vehicles included in that campaign are not included in this recall.
Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
NHTSA campaign 17V640000
Reported Oct 10, 2017
Seats › Front Assembly › Head Restraint; Air Bags › Frontal › Sensor/Control Module-Inactive
Model years 2011–2012
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2012 Jeep Liberty and 2012-2013 Chrysler 200 and Dodge Avenger vehicles. A component within the occupant restraint controller (ORC) may fail and prevent the active headrests from deploying in the event of a rear-end crash.
Consequence:
If the active headrests do not deploy in certain rear-end crashes, the front seat occupants have an increased risk of injury.
Remedy:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ORC as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 4, 2017. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is T56.
Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
NHTSA campaign 15V673000
Reported Oct 19, 2015
Air Bags › Side/Window
Model year 2003
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), a component in the ECM may fail, causing the front air bags, side air bags, and/or seatbelt pretensioners to deploy inadvertently while the vehicle is being operated.
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.
Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
NHTSA campaign 15V222000
Reported Apr 15, 2015
Power Train › Clutch Assembly › Pedal/Hand Lever(Motorcycle)
Model year 2006
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2006 Dodge Viper and Jeep Wrangler and Liberty vehicles manufactured July 1, 2005, to July 31, 2006. In the affected vehicles, the springs within the clutch pedal position switch that prevents the vehicle from starting unless the clutch pedal is pushed down may break. As a result, the vehicle may not be started when the clutch pedal is pushed down or the engine may crank and start without the clutch pedal being pushed down causing the vehicle to unexpectedly lurch.
Consequence:
If the vehicle unexpectedly moves there is an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the clutch ignition interlock switch, free of charge. The recall began on August 31, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R13.
Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
NHTSA campaign 15V046000
Reported Jan 28, 2015
Air Bags › Frontal
Model years 2002–2003
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, 2004. Due to electrical noise beyond the tolerance of the air bag electronic control module (ECM), a component in the ECM may fail, causing the front air bags, side air bags, and/or seatbelt pretensioners to deploy inadvertently while the vehicle is being operated.
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 safety recalls 12V527 or 13V040 are strongly encouraged to have it performed and not wait for the final remedy to be deployed to the field. The recall began on December 29, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R06.
Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
NHTSA campaign 13V282000
Reported Jul 2, 2013
Air Bags; Electrical System
Model years 2011–2012
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Sebring and 200 vehicles manufactured June 28, 2011, through December 13, 2012; model year 2011-2013 Dodge Avenger vehicles manufactured June 25, 2011, through January 14, 2013; model year 2011-2012 Dodge Nitro vehicles manufactured June 17, 2011, through December 15, 2011; and model year 2011-2012 Jeep Liberty vehicles manufactured June 17, 2011, through August 15, 2012. Electrical over-stress of a resistor in the occupant restraint control module may lead to the non-deployment of the active head restraints during a rear impact collision.
Consequence:
In the event of a crash necessitating the deployment of the active head restraints, their non-deployment could increase the risk of injury.
Remedy:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will flash the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) or replace the occupant restraint control module, as needed, free of charge. The recall began on November 19, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N38.
Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
NHTSA campaign 13V252000
Reported Jun 19, 2013
Structure; Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly
Model years 2002–2007
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 proper installation. On vehicles in the recall that are equipped with an aftermarket tow hitch, Chrysler will assess whether the hitch and surrounding areas show evidence of sharp edges or other puncture risks. If so, Chrysler will replace the tow hitch with a Chrysler designed tow hitch free of charge, provided the condition of the vehicle can support proper installation. On vehicles already equipped with a Chrysler designed tow hitch, Chrysler will inspect the area around the tow hitch installation, and if any installation issues are identified, they will be repaired free of charge. The recall began on August 1, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign numbers are N45 (for the Grand Cherokee vehicles) and N46 (for the Liberty vehicles).
Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
NHTSA campaign 13V121000
Reported Apr 3, 2013
Structure; Air Bags; Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft
Model year 2008
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 Dodge Nitro 4X2 vehicles manufactured March 21, 2006, through March 1, 2008; and 2008 Jeep Liberty 4X2 vehicles manufactured February 15, 2007, through March 1, 2008. The transfer case heat shield may drop down and rub on the drive shaft, weakening it and potentially causing the drive shaft to break.
Consequence:
If the drive shaft breaks, a section of it can strike the transfer case tunnel with enough force that the airbag computer will believe the vehicle is in a crash and thus deploy the airbags. Additionally, the drive shaft failure will result in a loss of motive power. Either condition may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will add a bracket to support the rear of the heat shield, free of charge. An interim letter was mailed to owners on May 29, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N10.
Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
NHTSA campaign 12V527000
Reported Nov 8, 2012
Air Bags › Frontal › Sensor/Control Module-Inactive; Air Bags
Model years 2002–2003
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 front airbags, side curtain airbags, and/or seatbelt pretensioners to deploy inadvertently while the vehicle is being operated.
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 for affected Grand Cherokee vehicles is expected to be available later in the year. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753.
Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
NHTSA campaign 12V085000
Reported Mar 5, 2012
Suspension › Rear
Model years 2004–2007
In June 2012, Chrysler expanded this recall to include model year 2006 and 2007 Jeep Liberty vehicles, representing an additional 137,176 vehicles. This recall now concerns certain MY 2004-2007 Jeep Liberty vehicles. The total number vehicles being recalled is now 346,900. These vehicles were manufactured from July 3, 2003 through June 29, 2007. The recall addresses those vehicles originally sold, or currently registered in, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and the District of Columbia. Some vehicles may be equipped with rear lower control arms that can experience a rear suspension lower control arm fracture due to excessive corrosion due to application of road salts during winter weather conditions.
Consequence:
A fracture of the rear lower control arm may result in a loss of vehicle control and may lead to a vehicle crash.
Remedy:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear lower control arms on all affected vehicles originally sold in, or currently registered in, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and the District of Columbia, free of charge. The safety recall began on March 26, 2012. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

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NHTSA campaign 11V315000
Reported Jun 8, 2011
Steering › Column
Model year 2011
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2011DODGE journey, Jeep Wrangler, Chrysler 200, Chrysler 200 Convertible, Dodge Avenger, Dodge Nitro, Jeep Liberty, Dodge Caliber, Jeep Compass, Jeep Patriot, Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler town & country vehicles. Some of these vehicles may have been built with a missing or incorrectly installed steering column pivot rivet.
Consequence:
A missing or incorrectly installed rivet could compromise the ability of the steering column to support the occupant loads in the event of a frontal crash, decreasing the effectiveness of the frontal impact safety system. As a result, the condition may increase the potential for injury in a frontal crash.
Remedy:
Dealers will inspect for rivet presence and alignment and repair the steering column pivot as required, free of charge. The safety recall began on July 4, 2011. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
NHTSA campaign 10V550000
Reported Nov 3, 2010
Visibility › Windshield Wiper/Washer › Motor
Model year 2008
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2008 Jeep Liberty vehicles. The vehicles are equipped with windshield wiper motors that contain excess adhesive that may allow for water intrusion, which could result in intermittent and eventually inoperative windshield wiper operation.
Consequence:
A failing or inoperative windshield wiper system will reduce a driver's visibility which could result in a crash.
Remedy:
Dealers will replace the windshield wiper motor free of charge. The safety recall began on December 1, 2010. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
NHTSA campaign 10V315000
Reported Jul 7, 2010
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Master Cylinder
Model year 2010
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2010 left hand drive Jeep Liberty, Dodge Nitro and Ram 1500 truck; right and left hand drive Jeep Wrangler vehicles. These vehicles may have been built with an improperly formed master cylinder to hydraulic control unit (hcu) brake tube assembly end flare.
Consequence:
This could lead to loss of brake fluid and reduced braking performance increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy:
Dealers will replace the brake tubes free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during August 2010. Owners may contact Chrysler toll-free at 1-800-853-1403.
Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
NHTSA campaign 10V009000
Reported Jan 11, 2010
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Model year 2010
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2010 Chrysler Sebring; Dodge Avenger and nitro; Jeep Liberty, commander and grand cherokee; and model year 2009-2010 Dodge Ram truck. These vehicles may have been built with an improperly formed or missing brake booster input rod retaining clip.
Consequence:
This could result in brake failure without warning which could cause a crash.
Remedy:
Chrysler will replace the brake booster input rod retaining clip free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during February 2010. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
NHTSA campaign 09V119000
Reported Apr 9, 2009
Suspension › Front › Control Arm
Model years 2002–2003
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, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia. The front suspension upper control arm ball joint may experience a loss of lubrication which could lead to corrosion, accelerated wear, and possible separation while driving.
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.
Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
NHTSA campaign 08V525000
Reported Oct 8, 2008
Parking Brake
Model year 2008
Chrysler is recalling 3,663 MY 2007-2008 Dodge Nitro and MY 2008 Jeep Liberty vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The park brake lever clutch drum may distort and reduce the effectiveness of the park brake system.
Consequence:
This could allow the vehicle to move inadvertently and cause a crash without warning.
Remedy:
Dealers will replace the park brake lever assembly free of charge. The recall began on October 27, 2008. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
NHTSA campaign 08V455000
Reported Sep 9, 2008
Visibility › Windshield
Model year 2008
Chrysler is recalling 494 MY 2008 Jeep Liberty vehicles. The windshield and/or fixed rear quarter glass may have been assembled using incorrect urethane adhesive. This could affect glass retention.
Consequence:
If the glass separates while driving, it could strike another vehicle or injure a pedestrian.
Remedy:
Dealers will replace the windshield and/or fixed rear quarter glass free of charge. The recall began on October 13, 2008. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
NHTSA campaign 07V089000
Reported Mar 9, 2007
Electrical System
Model years 2006–2007
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with valeo heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), the blower motor may overheat.
Consequence:
This could cause an interior fire.
Remedy:
Dealers will replace the HVAC blower motor free of charge. The recall began on May 28, 2007. Owners may contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
NHTSA campaign 06V493000
Reported Dec 29, 2006
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip › Control Unit/Module
Model year 2007
On certain vehicles, the antilock brake system (ABS) control module software may cause the rear brakes to lock up during certain braking conditions.
Consequence:
This could result in a loss of vehicle control and cause a crash without warning.
Remedy:
Dealers will reprogram the ABS electronic control unit. The recall began on February 19, 2007. Owners may contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
NHTSA campaign 06V341000
Reported Sep 7, 2006
Power Train › Automatic Transmission
Model year 2007
On certain passenger and sport utility vehicles and pickup trucks equipped with automatic transmissions, the software programmed into the powertrain control module can cause a momentary lock up of the drive wheels if the vehicle is traveling over 40 mph and the operator shifts from drive to neutral and back to drive.
Consequence:
If the drive wheels locked up, loss of vehicle control could occur increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy:
Dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module free of charge. The recall began on October 2, 2006. Owners may contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
NHTSA campaign 06V288000
Reported Aug 3, 2006
Suspension › Front › Control Arm › Lower Ball Joint
Model years 2002–2006
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.
Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
NHTSA campaign 06V072000
Reported Mar 9, 2006
Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch
Model year 2006
Certain sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 206, "door locks and door retention components." An incorrect right front door latch reinforcement plate may have been installed which may cause the secondary door latch to become inoperative.
Consequence:
This increases the possibility of a door becoming forced open and an unbelted passenger being ejected during certain crash conditions.
Remedy:
Dealers will inspect the latch assembly and replace the right front door latch reinforcement plate free of charge. The recall began on March 13, 2006. Owners may contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
NHTSA campaign 06V036000
Reported Feb 9, 2006
Electrical System › Wiring › Front Underhood
Model year 2006
On certain two wheel drive sport utility vehicles equipped with 3.7 liter engines, the left oxygen sensor wiring harness may contact the exhaust pipe.
Consequence:
Damage to the wiring harness could result in an underbody fire.
Remedy:
Dealers will inspect the oxygen sensor wiring harness takeout for damage. If the takeout is damaged, the wiring will be repaired and a tie wrap installed to secure the excess length of wiring harness. If there is no damage, a tie wrap will be installed to secure the excess length of the wiring harness. The recall began on April 17, 2006. Owners may contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
NHTSA campaign 05V460000
Reported Oct 6, 2005
Power Train › Automatic Transmission
Model years 2005–2006
On certain pickup trucks, sport utility and passenger vehicles equipped with 42RLE automatic transmissions, the cup plug that retains the park pawl anchor shaft may be improperly installed. If the shaft moves out of position, the vehicle may not be able to achieve 'park' position.
Consequence:
If this occurs and the parking brake is not applied, the vehicle may roll away and cause a crash without warning.
Remedy:
Dealers will inspect the transmissions and install a bracket to ensure the park pawl anchor shaft is retained in the proper position. The recall began on November 28, 2005. Owners may contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
NHTSA campaign 04V337000
Reported Jul 8, 2004
Engine and Engine Cooling
Model year 2004
On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with 3.7L engines only, two valve cover studs may interfere with the fuel injector and alternator wiring harnesses.
Consequence:
Damage to the alternator wiring harness could result in an under hood fire.
Remedy:
Dealers will add protective caps to the valve cover studs and re-route the affected wiring harness to provide clearance. Owner notification began on July 19, 2004. Owners can contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
NHTSA campaign 04V111000
Reported Mar 4, 2004
Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch
Model year 2004
On some sport utility vehicles, certain remote keyless entry (rke) input may cause the body control module (BCM) software to actuate the door lock motors continuously.
Consequence:
This can cause the lock motor bearings to overheat and seize. If this occurs, the door lock system will become inoperative.
Remedy:
Dealers will inspect and replace, as necessary, the door latch assemblies and the BCM software will be updated. Owner notification began on May 10, 2004. Owners should contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
NHTSA campaign 04V048000
Reported Feb 3, 2004
Equipment › Other › Labels
Model year 2004
On certain sport utility vehicles, due to a recent software programming error, the tire, wheel, and inflation pressure information was inadvertently omitted from the vehicle certification label.
Consequence:
The vehicle owner would not be aware of the tire, wheel, and inflation pressure information for their vehicle.
Remedy:
Owners will be provided with a corrected tire certification label. Owner notification began on March 1, 2004. Owners should contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
NHTSA campaign 03V460000
Reported Nov 10, 2003
Suspension › Front › Control Arm › Lower Ball Joint
Model years 2002–2003
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 necessary) and install heat shields. Owner notification began on December 15, 2003. Owners should contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-992-1997.
Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
NHTSA campaign 01V373000
Reported Dec 5, 2001
Air Bags › Frontal
Model year 2002
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. In the event of a severe frontal offset collision, sharp edges on the power steering pressure hose bracket could cut the front impact sensor wiring insulation causing a short circuit in the wiring.
Consequence:
This could delay the deployment of the air bag system, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.
Remedy:
Dealers will wrap the front impact sensor wire harness with protective insulation to prevent the possibility of damage. Owner notification began February 18, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
NHTSA campaign 01V311000
Reported Oct 4, 2001
Unknown or Other
Model year 2002
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. The driver's side knee blocker trim panel assembly can disengage, fall, and startle the operator.
Consequence:
This could startle the operator, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy:
Dealers will replace the knee blocker trim panel. Owner notification began November 26, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

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What each recall field means
Field	What it tells you
Campaign number	NHTSA's unique ID for the recall, such as 20V771000. Quote it to a dealer or when searching NHTSA's site.
Component	The system or part involved, for example air bags, brakes or electrical software.
Summary	What the defect or non-compliance is and which vehicles are covered.
Consequence	The safety risk if the problem isn't fixed.
Remedy	What the manufacturer will do, such as a repair, replacement or software update, and whether it is free.

Some recalls carry an NHTSA consumer advisory, “Do Not Drive” or “Park Outside”. Follow it until the repair is done.
A single campaign often covers several models or model years, so the same campaign number can appear in more than one list.
Recalls are shown as NHTSA publishes them. Very recent campaigns may take time to appear.

Does your vehicle have an open recall? Only a VIN check can tell you. Enter the VIN at NHTSA's recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or on the manufacturer's website. Our VIN recall check guide explains what each option covers.

Jeep Liberty questions

5 questions

How many recalls does the Jeep Liberty have?

NHTSA lists 30 vehicle recall campaigns for the Jeep Liberty, covering model years 2000 to 2012. The most recent, 18V278000, was reported on May 1, 2018 and is filed under “Suspension”. The 2006 model year is covered by the most campaigns (9).

Which Jeep Liberty model year has the most complaints?

The 2002 model year, with 1,808 of the 8,880 complaints in NHTSA’s file (20.4%). The next are 2006 (1,372) and 2003 (1,351). Complaint counts also reflect how many vehicles of each year were sold and how long they have been on the road, so they are not a reliability ranking.

What is the most common Jeep Liberty complaint?

Suspension is the component named most often: 1,969 complaints, or 22.2% of all 8,880. Air Bags (1,351) and Visibility (1,038) follow. Complaints are unverified reports from owners, not confirmed defects, and one complaint can name several components.

Does every recall on this page apply to my Jeep Liberty?

Not necessarily. Each campaign lists specific model years, and many cover only vehicles built in a certain period or fitted with a certain part; repairs already carried out aren’t shown. To see whether a recall is open on your vehicle, enter its VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or ask a Jeep dealer.

How many Jeep Liberty complaints report a crash, fire, injury or death?

Of the 8,880 complaints, 595 report a crash, 155 a fire, 462 at least one injury and 13 at least one death. These figures count complaints, not people, and each complaint is the submitter’s own unverified account.

8 models · most complaints first

The Jeep models with the most NHTSA complaints, and the Jeep VIN decoder with every Jeep model page, WMI code and VIN note.

Jeep Grand Cherokee 1995–2026 · 123 recalls · 27,893 complaints
Jeep Wrangler 1995–2026 · 82 recalls · 15,295 complaints
Jeep Cherokee 1995–2026 · 58 recalls · 12,843 complaints
Jeep Compass 2007–2026 · 27 recalls · 3,700 complaints
Jeep Patriot 2002–2017 · 10 recalls · 2,789 complaints
Jeep Commander 2005–2010 · 13 recalls · 2,752 complaints
Jeep Renegade 2015–2023 · 13 recalls · 2,201 complaints
Jeep Wrangler 4-DR 4x4 2007–2009 · 1 recall · 1,366 complaints

All Jeep models and WMI codes Look up recalls by year

Data: NHTSA recalls and complaints flat files, updated September 25, 2026. Recall campaigns are vehicle (V) campaigns listed for this model name; complaints are counted once per NHTSA ODI number and model year.

Jeep Liberty complaints by model year

Most-reported Jeep Liberty components

What NHTSA owner complaints mean

Jeep Liberty recalls

Suspension › Rear

Seats › Front Assembly › Head Restraint; Air Bags › Frontal › Sensor/Control Module-Inactive

Air Bags › Side/Window

Power Train › Clutch Assembly › Pedal/Hand Lever(Motorcycle)

Air Bags › Frontal

Air Bags; Electrical System

Structure; Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly

Structure; Air Bags; Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft

Air Bags › Frontal › Sensor/Control Module-Inactive; Air Bags

Suspension › Rear

Steering › Column

Visibility › Windshield Wiper/Washer › Motor

Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Master Cylinder

Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Suspension › Front › Control Arm

Parking Brake

Visibility › Windshield

Electrical System

Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip › Control Unit/Module

Power Train › Automatic Transmission

Suspension › Front › Control Arm › Lower Ball Joint

Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch

Electrical System › Wiring › Front Underhood