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2006 Jeep Liberty Problems

Owner-reported complaints filed with NHTSA, grouped by component

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Owner complaintsComplaints are reports submitted to NHTSA by owners and drivers. NHTSA does not verify most reports before publishing them, and a complaint does not establish that a defect exists. Volume is influenced by how many of a vehicle were sold, how long it has been on the road, and how much attention an issue has received.
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Latest Aug 3, 2026
Components namedHow many of our component categories appear on at least one report for this model year. One report can name several.
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Crash or fire reportedComplaints whose submitter recorded that a crash or a fire occurred. These are the reporter's own answers on the NHTSA form, not verified findings.
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What this page shows

Everything below is an owner-reported complaint submitted to NHTSA about the 2006 Jeep Liberty, grouped by the component NHTSA recorded on the report. These are not confirmed defects, and they are not recalls. NHTSA does not verify most reports before publishing them, and a category with more reports in it is not evidence that a part is defective.

Complaints are reports submitted by owners and drivers to NHTSA. They are not verified and do not establish that a defect exists.

Reports by component

Ranked by how many owner reports name each component category

Percentages are of component mentions. A single complaint can name more than one component, so these do not sum to the total complaint count.

Each component in detail

What the reports in each category say, in the owners' own words

Visibility

Reports naming windshields, glass, wipers, defrosters and mirrors.

430
reports

From owner reports, verbatim

The contact owns a 2006 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made an abnormal sound. The contact stated that all 4 windows had detached from the track. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who informed the contact that the failure was a common failure. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 4,707.

NHTSA ID 11523168 · filed May 22, 2023

The contact owns a 2006 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that the sunroof failed to close as needed. The vehicle was not taken to an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 198,000.

NHTSA ID 11467822 · filed Jun 6, 2022
All 430 reports naming visibility

Fuel system

Reports naming fuel storage or delivery — tanks, pumps, lines, injectors and fuel leaks.

365
reports

From owner reports, verbatim

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.

NHTSA ID 11699001 · filed Nov 12, 2025

Every time I pump gas it spits back out at me. No matter what I do. This is completely unacceptable and dangerous

NHTSA ID 11685852 · filed Sep 9, 2025
All 365 reports naming fuel system

Suspension

Reports naming suspension components — springs, struts, shocks, control arms and related hardware.

195
reports

From owner reports, verbatim

ball joint recall was issues and done on paper in August 2006 on the Jeep liberty. Both ball joint have failed on this vehicle at different times this year while driving the vehicle and Jeep has declined to take any responsibility in any way. This is a major safety concern as any kind of speed while this occurs would be catastrophic. I suspect that Jeep submitted that the recall was fixed when in fact it was not and documents were falsified.

NHTSA ID 11751878 · filed Jul 21, 2026

The contact owns a 2006 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel was loose, with a clunking sound coming from the steering wheel. The vehicle was taken for inspection and failed the inspection. The vehicle was diagnosed by a certified mechanic, and the contact was informed that the driver's side ball joint was detaching and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was taken to another certified mechanic to be repaired. Two years later, the steering was loose again. The vehicle was taken for inspection, and it failed the inspection again. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact researched and found information about NHTSA Campaign Number: 06V288000 (Suspension); and associated the failure with the recall. The dealer was contacted and confirmed that the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 87,803.

NHTSA ID 11730737 · filed Apr 13, 2026
All 195 reports naming suspension

Electrical

Reports naming the electrical system — wiring, battery, charging, control modules, infotainment and electrical accessories.

146
reports

From owner reports, verbatim

Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2006 Jeep Liberty on January 16, 2026, from a used car dealer. While attempting to obtain insurance for the vehicle, the insurance company discovered a mileage discrepancy. The insurance company informed the contact that the vehicle could not be insured due to the mileage discrepancy. The dealer was contacted however, while attempting to retrieve a Carfax report; Carfax could not provide the report. At the time of the purchase, the mileage was 143,000; however, the insurance company discovered that the mileage was 168,000 in 2020.

NHTSA ID 11722911 · filed Mar 9, 2026

Hello, my name is Jamie Woodley. I'm filing this complaint on my 2006 Jeep Liberty Sport. Currently, there's a recall for the Suspension Rear lower control arms. I've read the previous recalls on it, which I saw this vehicle has been reprogrammed before. I've only had the vehicle for a few months and I've had an oil leak, bad thermostat, and the transmission is busted. I can't reverse or drive over 10 mph. I heard the transmission may be in Fail Safe mode. I had Midas do a full inspection, but they failed to acknowledge the lower control arms by suggesting brakes. I knew it wasn't the brakes. The technician drove the vehicle after the brakes were done, but I still heard/felt a problem with the Suspension. There is a recall for that from 2018. I purchased the vehicle last year in March 2020. Also, the rear lift gate was dented when I bought it like the vehicle may have been in an accident. This was a vehicle I purchased for my 2 kids and I. This vehicle has been giving me problems since I bought it. The back driver's side window won't go all the way up. I have to keep a stick in between just to keep the window from falling all the way in the door. Definitely not a safe vehicle. My Engine stalled out on the free way while I was on my way to pick up my kids. After my oil change, no oil light came on. I am seeking help with any buy back programs or a valued trade in appraisal. I have a quote from Conrad's on how much it's going to cost to fix it and the price is over $3,000. I have extended warranty, but am unsure if it will cover any service requests. That is pretty outrageous that it's going to cost that much to fix it. I've been at Take 5 to keep up on the maintenance and was told I had an oil leak somewhere. On top of the brakes, I've spent money on 4 new tires, 6 ignition coils, an O2 Sensor, and I bought a New PCM/ECU computer I have yet to have installed. Feel free to contact me at the information I've provided. I'd be truly grateful for any assistance. Thanks!

NHTSA ID 11442526 · filed Dec 3, 2021
All 146 reports naming electrical

Body & structure

Reports naming the vehicle structure, frame, body panels, doors, hood and trim.

131
reports

From owner reports, verbatim

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.

NHTSA ID 11699001 · filed Nov 12, 2025

The contact owns a 2006 Jeep Liberty. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 13V252000 (Fuel System, Gasoline, Structure) and 18V278000 (Suspension) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, there was an abnormal sound coming from underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the abnormal sound was due to a lower control arm failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recalls repairs. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 63,000. Parts distribution disconnect.

NHTSA ID 11574040 · filed Feb 26, 2024
All 131 reports naming body & structure

Engine

Reports naming the engine itself — including stalling, misfires, oil consumption, cooling and internal engine components.

72
reports

From owner reports, verbatim

Engine blew, engine not properly working

NHTSA ID 11538682 · filed Aug 15, 2023

The contact owns a 2006 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 192,000.

NHTSA ID 11448885 · filed Jan 25, 2022
All 72 reports naming engine

Driver assistance

Reports naming forward-collision avoidance, lane keeping, back-over prevention, cruise control and related electronic driver-assistance systems.

62
reports

From owner reports, verbatim

Air bag light stays on and the never been setoff

NHTSA ID 11460319 · filed Apr 10, 2022

ESP PROBLEM, I BEEN WORKING ON THE BREAKS, MASTER CYLINDER, CALIPERS, BRAKE CONTROL, SENSORS AND I DON'T HAVE A CLUE WHAT TO DO. *TR

NHTSA ID 11330644 · filed Jun 24, 2020
All 62 reports naming driver assistance

Brakes

Reports naming service brakes, the antilock braking system, brake hoses, master cylinders or the parking brake.

56
reports

From owner reports, verbatim

I'VE HAD LOWER BALL JOINTS, BUSHING AND CONTROL ARMS ALREADY REPLACED ONCE IN 2017 AND NOW THEY ARE OUT AGAIN. I'VE BEEN TOLD BY MOPAR THAT MY 2006 LIBERTY WAS MADE 5 WEEKS AFTER THE LAST ONE INVOLVED IN THE RECALL.THIS IS INEXCUSABLE. I'VE HAD 3 WINDOW REGULATORS REPLACED. THIS IS A FATALITY WAITING TO HAPPEN IF I DRIVE. I STARTED HEARING AND FEELING THE BALL JOINTS GOING BAD ABOUT 2 WEEKS AGO. I HARDLY HAVE DRIVEN IT SINCE I WORK FROM HOME NOW. CAN CHRYSLER SEE ALL THESE COMPLAINTS ABOUT THE BALL JOINTS AND STILL NOT ADD THESE 06 JEEP'S TO THAT RECALL. THIS IS NOT GOOD BUSINESS AT ALL. ALSO JUST HAD FRONT BRAKES DONE 1 YEAR AGO AND THEY NEED REPLACED ALREADY. IGNITION - MY KEY WILL NOT COME OUT OF THE IGNITION UNLESS I PUSH ON THE IGNITION CABLE. PLEASE HELP ME TO GET THESE PROBLEMS FIXED. THIS IS UNACCEPTABLE FROM CHRYSLER.

NHTSA ID 11376079 · filed Nov 24, 2020

YESTERDAY MY ABS AND ESB LIGHTS CAME ON. I DID NOTICE A BIT OF GRINDING TYPE NOISE APPROXIMATELY TWICE IN A FULL DAY OF DRIVING. TODAY, SAME THING, BUT LIGHTS WENT OFF A COUPLE OF TIMES RIGHT AFTER START UP. MY BRAKES AND TIRES WERE REPLACED IN LATE AUGUST. THE REPAIR SHOP SAID MY BRAKES WERE IN GOOD ORDER BUT THE RIGHT REAR WHEEL SPEED SENSOR IS BAD. IF THIS DOESN'T CORRECT ISSUE, A WHEEL ALIGNMENT AND RESET THE STEERING ANGLE IS RECOMMENDED. NONE OF THESE ISSUES WOULD WARRANT THE ODD GRINDING NOISE WHEN BREAKING AND ONLY OCCASSIONALLY DOES THIS HAPPEN AND IT DID NOT OCCUR WHEN THE TECHNICIAN DROVE IT. THIS WAS ALL ON CITY STREETS AND DRIVING STRAIGHT IN GOOD WEATHER. A QUICK GOOGLE SEARCH INDICATES THIS IS A PROBLEM WITH MANY OWNERS OF THE 2006 JEEP LIBERTY. MANY PEOPLE HAVE REPLACED THE BRAKES, SENSORS, ROTORS AND ALL THINGS BRAKES BUT STILL EXPERIENCE THE LIGHTS AND THE NOISE. OFTEN, THERE IS REFERENCE MADE TO THE CLOCK SPRING. SINCE I SAW SO MANY COMPLAINTS AND MY REPAIRMAN WAS SO VAGUE THAT HIS RECOMMENDATIONS WOULD ACTUALLY SOLVE THE ISSUE, I FELT IT IS WORTHY OF INVESTIGATING.

NHTSA ID 11372276 · filed Oct 29, 2020
All 56 reports naming brakes

Powertrain (other)

Powertrain reports that are not specifically the engine or transmission — driveshafts, axles, transfer cases and differentials.

51
reports

From owner reports, verbatim

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)

NHTSA ID 11713720 · filed Jan 27, 2026

Hello, my name is Jamie Woodley. I'm filing this complaint on my 2006 Jeep Liberty Sport. Currently, there's a recall for the Suspension Rear lower control arms. I've read the previous recalls on it, which I saw this vehicle has been reprogrammed before. I've only had the vehicle for a few months and I've had an oil leak, bad thermostat, and the transmission is busted. I can't reverse or drive over 10 mph. I heard the transmission may be in Fail Safe mode. I had Midas do a full inspection, but they failed to acknowledge the lower control arms by suggesting brakes. I knew it wasn't the brakes. The technician drove the vehicle after the brakes were done, but I still heard/felt a problem with the Suspension. There is a recall for that from 2018. I purchased the vehicle last year in March 2020. Also, the rear lift gate was dented when I bought it like the vehicle may have been in an accident. This was a vehicle I purchased for my 2 kids and I. This vehicle has been giving me problems since I bought it. The back driver's side window won't go all the way up. I have to keep a stick in between just to keep the window from falling all the way in the door. Definitely not a safe vehicle. My Engine stalled out on the free way while I was on my way to pick up my kids. After my oil change, no oil light came on. I am seeking help with any buy back programs or a valued trade in appraisal. I have a quote from Conrad's on how much it's going to cost to fix it and the price is over $3,000. I have extended warranty, but am unsure if it will cover any service requests. That is pretty outrageous that it's going to cost that much to fix it. I've been at Take 5 to keep up on the maintenance and was told I had an oil leak somewhere. On top of the brakes, I've spent money on 4 new tires, 6 ignition coils, an O2 Sensor, and I bought a New PCM/ECU computer I have yet to have installed. Feel free to contact me at the information I've provided. I'd be truly grateful for any assistance. Thanks!

NHTSA ID 11442526 · filed Dec 3, 2021
All 51 reports naming powertrain (other)

Steering

Reports naming the steering system — racks, columns, power-steering assist and steering linkage.

51
reports

From owner reports, verbatim

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)

NHTSA ID 11713720 · filed Jan 27, 2026

Right stering arm broke when I hit a pot hole

NHTSA ID 11446691 · filed Jan 8, 2022
All 51 reports naming steering

Other / unspecified

Reports whose component NHTSA recorded as unknown, or that do not map to one of the categories above.

49
reports

From owner reports, verbatim

The contact owned a 2006 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, a burning odor was detected and there was smoke coming from the rear of the vehicle. The contact parked the vehicle at her residence and inspected the vehicle. There were flames coming from the driver's side rear tail light. The fire department arrived on the scene and extinguished the fire. No fire department report was filed. The vehicle remained at the residence but was inoperable and not yet deemed totaled by the insurance company. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 124,000. The VIN was unavailable.

NHTSA ID 11506946 · filed Feb 13, 2023

I scheduled an appointment to do a recall with State Line Chrysler 2 weeks in advance. State Line Chrysler, 1001 W 104th St, Kansas City, MO 64114 The recall was: Manufacturer Recall NumberU38, NHTSA Recall Number18V-278. I took the day off work, arrived at 9AM, only to have them tell me they hadn't ordered the parts. I asked them to look at a seat belt issue I was having since I was already there. I called just before closing and they hadn't gotten to it and they advised me to come get my vehicle and reschedule everything when I could secure another day off work. I can't imagine this is how a safety recall and a seat belt issue is supposed to work. I feel obligated to let you know, because of the safety concerns I have for myself and others who may experience something similar.

NHTSA ID 11449721 · filed Feb 1, 2022
All 49 reports naming other / unspecified

Airbags

Reports naming the air-bag system — deployment behaviour, inflators, sensors and warning lights.

31
reports

From owner reports, verbatim

Two of my sons were involved in a rollover accident. Thankfully, they are ok with minor injuries and bruising. However, none of the airbags deployed.

NHTSA ID 11754588 · filed Aug 3, 2026

The contact owns a 2006 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated upon crashing into the vehicle before her, the air bags exploded and propelled burning chemicals. The contact sustained burns on her chest, breast, her right leg, and on her left hand. The contact was transported to the hospital by emergency units and was diagnosed with chemical burns. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a tow yard. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 212,000.

NHTSA ID 11499527 · filed Dec 30, 2022
All 31 reports naming airbags

Interior & seats

Reports naming seats, latches, locks, linkages and interior fittings.

30
reports

From owner reports, verbatim

THE DRIVERS SEAT CAUGHT ON FIRE AND BURNED MY DAUGHTER. FIAT CHRYSLER JEEP HAS NOT RESPONDED TO OUR COMMUNICATIONS. MY DAUGHTER WAS BURNED BY A FIRE DUE TO A DEFECT IN A FIAT CHRYSLER AUTOMOBILES FCA US JEEP. THE VEHICLE IS A JEEP LIBERTY LIMITED. CHRYSLER JEEP HAS REFUSED TO RETURN MY PHONE CALLS AND HAS LEFT THE VEHICLE IN AN UNSAFE, DANGEROUS SITUATION. FIAT CHRYSLER AUTOMOBILES FCA US JEEP ALSO MADE A FRAUDULENT CLAIM THAT IS A COVER UP FOR THE DEFECT THAT CAUSED THE FIRE. PLEASE HELP US AND ANY OTHER POTENTIAL JEEP VICTIM THAT MAY BE AT RISK DUE TO THIS UNSAFE VEHICLE DEFECT. FIAT CHRYSLER JEEP HAS BEEN HEARTLESS AND UNKIND IN ESCALATING THIS ISSUE. THEIR EMPLOYEES HAVE STATED THAT THE COMPANY DOES NOT HAVE INTERNAL ESCALATION PROCEDURES FOR SAFETY AND THEY HAVE REFUSED TO ESCALATE THE MATTER TO SENIOR MANAGEMENT. FCA HAS LEFT THE VEHICLE IN AN UNSAFE CONDITION FOR WAY TOO LONG.*DT *TR*DT THE CONSUMER SUBMITTED PHOTOS. *TR*DT CONSUMER NOTICED OTHER SEAT IS HEATING EXTREMELY AS WELL.*JB

NHTSA ID 11268076 · filed Oct 12, 2019

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 JEEP LIBERTY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT SHE WAS UNABLE TO UNLOCK THE TRUNK OF HER VEHICLE. THE CONTACT ASSOCIATED THE FAILURE WITH NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 06V072000 (LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES). THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT CONTACTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 70,000.

NHTSA ID 11230241 · filed Jul 8, 2019
All 30 reports naming interior & seats

Transmission

Reports naming the automatic or manual transmission, including shifting behaviour, shudder, slipping and transmission control modules.

25
reports

From owner reports, verbatim

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 JEEP LIBERTY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHTS WOULD FLICKER ON AND OFF SPORADICALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 53,000. .... UPDATED 02-20-13 *BF THE CONSUMER STATED THE DEALER WOULD ONLY SEE THE VEHICLE WHILE THE LIGHT WHILE WERE ON BUT, THE LIGHTS FLICKERED INTERMITTENTLY. THIS IS JUST ONE OF MANY FAILURES THE CONSUMER HAS HAD SINCE THE PURCHASE OF THE VEHICLE. THE SEAT BELT, HOOD,STEERING BOX, AND CLUTCH HAVE ALL HAD FAILURES AS WELL. UPDATED 02/25/2013 *JS

NHTSA ID 10491706 · filed Jan 7, 2013

VEHICLES STALLS AFTER EXTENDED OFF PERIOD. VEHICLE SHUDDERS UNDER NORMAL DRIVING CONDITIONS. CHRYSLER HAS 2 TSBS TO FIX THIS- 21-016-05 AND 21-009-06 WHICH CALLS FOR REPLACING A TROUBLE PRONE TORQUE CONVERTER. CHRYSLER HAS AN UPDATED TORQUE CONVERTER TO FIX THIS PROBLEM YET WILL NOT TAKE ACTION TO FIX THE VEHICLE EVEN AFTER NUMEROUS ATTEMPTS SINCE 2006 TO GET TRANSMISSION FIXED PROPERLY. I WOULD LIKE THIS LOOKED INTO AS MYSELF AND NUMEROUS OTHER OWNERS OF THE 2005-2006 JEEP LIBERTY WITH THE DIESEL ENGINE EXPERIENCE THE SAME ISSUE. THE TRUCK HAS STALLED AFTER STARTING ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS CAUSING CONCERN FOR ACTION SINCE I HAVE HAD MY PREGNANT WIFE WITNESS THIS. PLEASE LOOK INTO THIS. *TR

NHTSA ID 10372170 · filed Dec 22, 2010
All 25 reports naming transmission

Exterior lighting

Reports naming headlights, tail lights, turn signals and other exterior lighting.

18
reports

From owner reports, verbatim

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 JEEP LIBERTY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT BOTH DRIVER AND PASSENGER TAIL LIGHTS HAD OVERHEATED WHICH CAUSED BOTH HOUSING PLASTIC LENS TO MELT FROM THE BULB. THE CONTACT ALSO NOTICED THAT THE WIRING HARNESS WAS ALSO OVERHEATED WHICH CONTRIBUTED TO THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO JOHN ELWAY'S CLAREMONT CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM(620 AUTO CENTER DR, CLAREMONT, CA 91711) WHERE SHE GIVEN A DIAGNOSTIC FEE TO THE VEHICLE INSPECTED, THE CONTACT DECLINED THE DIAGNOSTIC FEE. THE MANUFACTURER HAD YET TO BE NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE HAD YET BE REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 170,000.

NHTSA ID 11366834 · filed Oct 28, 2020

I'VE TO REPLACE THE REAR TAIL LIGHT ASSEMBLY 4 TIMES, IT KEEPS BLOWING OUT THE BRAKE AND TAIL LIGHT. I'VE ALSO HAD TO PURCHASE 5 A/C COMPESSORS FOR THIS TRUCK AND THE ABS, TRACTION LIGHT STAYS ON.

NHTSA ID 11288369 · filed Dec 11, 2019
All 18 reports naming exterior lighting

Tires & wheels

Reports naming tires, wheels, hubs, or the tire-pressure monitoring system.

6
reports

From owner reports, verbatim

DUE TO A MANUFACTURING ERROR OF A TIRE, I HAD A BLOWOUT ON THE INTERSTATE THAT ENDED UP TOTALING MY CAR. THE TREAD COMPLETELY SPLIT FROM THE TIRE WHILE DRIVING AT 70 MPH. LUCKILY, I WAS ABLE TO PULL TO THE SHOULDER WITHOUT ANY COLLISIONS OR DAMAGE TO MYSELF OR OTHERS. THE BLOWOUT RIPPED OFF PIECES OF THE FRONT BUMPER, SOME SIDING OF THE CAR, AND CAUSED HUGE COSMETIC DAMAGE IN ADDITION TO WRECKING THE FRAME AND CAUSING SOME INTERNAL DAMAGE, INCLUDING A LEAK OF WIPER FLUID. MY CAR WAS A 2006 JEEP LIBERTY (WITH 60,000 MILES) AND THE TIRE WAS A GOODYEAR WRANGLER ST TIRE WITH DOT # M671 EKER. (THERE WAS NO SET OF NUMBERS FOLLOWING THE EKER AS ON MOST TIRES, JUST A BLANK SPACE.)

NHTSA ID 11031438 · filed Oct 2, 2017

PLACED GOODYEAR WRANGLER TIRE (DOT# MK87 FOWR 3305) ON BACK OF VEHICLE TO ACT AS SPARE (APPROX 13000 MILES ON TIRE) 2011/ PLACED TIRE ON PASSENGER SIDE FRONT OF VEHICLE EARLY APRIL OF 2012. ON MAY 11, BEGAN TO TRAVEL FROM MONTGOMERY, AL TO FAIRHOPE, AL. APPROX. 100 MILES INTO TRIP (200 YARDS SOUTH OF MILE MARKER 81) INCIDENT OCCURRED. THERE WAS TREAD SEPARATION FROM TIRE WHILE DRIVING ON INTERSTATE-65. PEELING TREAD RIPPED APART/OFF WHEEL WELL LINER, FENDER, RUNNING BOARD, ETC. RESULTING DEBRIS ALMOST CAUSED A MAJOR COLLISION BETWEEN MYSELF AND A COMMERCIAL 18-WHEELER. DEFECTIVE TIRES TREAD SEPARATION LOOKS VERY SIMILAR TO PHOTOS OF DAMAGED GOODYEAR WRANGLER SILENT ARMOR TIRES, THE SAME TIRE LINE THAT WAS RECALLED FEB, 2012. THIS TIRE IS ALSO A GOODYEAR WRANGLER TIRE WITH IDENTICAL FAILURES AS THOSE RECALLED. *TR

NHTSA ID 10458231 · filed May 13, 2012

Too few reports in this category for a page of its own — they appear in the full complaint list.

Heating & air conditioning

Reports naming the heating, ventilation and air-conditioning system.

6
reports

From owner reports, verbatim

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 JEEP LIBERTY. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE AIR CONDITIONER EMITTED HOT AIR. THE FAILURE OCCURRED A FEW TIMES WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS ACTIVATED. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE COMPRESSOR WAS DEFECTIVE AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED THREE PREVIOUS TIMES ACCORDING TO THE MANUFACTURER WARRANTY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED ABOUT THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 51,787.

NHTSA ID 10631962 · filed Sep 9, 2014

I PURCHASED MY 2006 JEEP LIBERTY IN MAY 2011, HOWEVER I HAVE TO WINDOWS THAT JUST STOPPED WORKING. THE WINDOWS JUST FAIL COMPLETELY DOWN WITHOUT ANY WARNING ONE WHILE I WAS DRIVING WHICH COULD HAVE SHATTER AND HURT MY PASSENGER. I CONTACTED THE CHRYSLER JEEP MANUFACTURE COMPLIANT LINE BUT THEY WERE NO HELP. I WAS GIVEN A PHONE NUMBER TO A DEALERSHIP AND WAS TOLD I HAVE WARRANTY ON THE WINDOWS THAT ONLY COVER THE LIST PLATE (IF THAT'S THE PROBLEM) FOR MY BACK WINDOW ONLY. THE PROBLEM AFTER RESEARCHING IT THIS MORNING ON THE INTERNET IS THE REGULATORS IN THE WINDOWS WHICH ARE VERY COSTLY TO REPAIR APPROX. $260 PER WINDOW. IN THIS ECONOMY I CAN'T AFFORD TO REPAIR THIS AND I SHOULD NOT HAVE TO BECAUSE THERE IS SOME KIND OF MAL-FUNCTION WITH THE PARTS INSIDE OF THE WINDOWS. THEY NEED TO RECALL THESE VEHICLES BECAUSE OWNER OF THEM WILL SPEND MONEY REPAIRING THE SAME PROBLEM AT LEAST 3 TO 4 TIMES IN ONE YEAR. *TR

NHTSA ID 10422671 · filed Aug 30, 2011

Too few reports in this category for a page of its own — they appear in the full complaint list.

Seat belts

Reports naming seat belts, buckles, retractors and pretensioners.

4
reports

From owner reports, verbatim

The contact owns 2006 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that both the front and rear driver's side and front and rear passenger's side seat belt straps had experienced material tearing causing the seat belts to become unsecured. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but no assistance was offered. The local dealer was not contacted. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 102,000.

NHTSA ID 11514253 · filed Mar 28, 2023

SEAT BELT DOES NOT LOCK ON DRIVERS SIDE ON MY 2006 JEEP LIBERTY. *TR

NHTSA ID 10607371 · filed Jul 1, 2014

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