Engine
2.4L 4-cyl
How to read this file. Complaint records are unverified owner submissions to the federal safety agency. Counts are raw, not adjusted for sales volume or vehicle age. Recall campaigns apply to the model; only a VIN check shows whether this car is affected or repaired. Parts shown are named by an editorial note or listed as a search directory; none is a diagnosis. Full methodology.
Fault profile
Complaint-component records on this vehicle, grouped by family. A complaint naming two systems counts once in each.
Complaints are owner-reported and not verified by the agency.
When it fails
The timing of this vehicle's reported failures, from the complaint file itself. A cluster tells you what to expect and when; it is shaped by reporting behavior as well as by the vehicle.
Vehicle age when the failure occurred
Years between the model year and the owner's reported failure date. Based on 1,335 of 1,351 complaints with a usable failure date.
Odometer when the failure occurred
Owner-reported mileage at failure, in 20,000-mile bands. Based on 820 of 1,351 complaints reporting a plausible odometer (500 to 500,000 miles; unverified).
Known issues
The component families with the most complaint records against this vehicle. Counts, crash and fire figures belong to the whole family, not to any single named issue. Parts listed are related system parts, not a diagnosis.
Suspension
467 complaint records37 crash reports
"THE UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS ARE MAKING NOISES AND SEPARATING AND YOU'VE HAD THIS PROBLEM WITH A FEW 2003 JEEP LIBERTY'S..."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse suspension parts in the directory →
Air bags
392 complaint records1 fire report73 crash reports
"WIFE WAS TAVELLING IN 2003 JEEP LIBERTY, WAS INVOLVED IN FRONT END COLLISION AT APPROX 40 MPH, AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY.*AK..."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse air bags parts in the directory →
Fuel system
172 complaint records2 fire reports2 crash reports
"I RECEIVED THE RECALL NOTIFICATION IN 2013. NO DEALER HAS THE PARTS TO FIX THE PROBLEM. HOW MUCH LONGER DO I HAVE TO WAIT? *TR..."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse fuel system parts in the directory →
Federal defect investigations
Formal investigations opened by the federal safety agency into this vehicle. An investigation is the step between a complaint pattern and a recall; not every one results in one.
| Investigation | Status | Component | Subject |
|---|---|---|---|
| RQ14001 opened May 2014 | closed Nov 2015 | Air Bags | Jeep inadvertent air bag deployment - led to recall 15V673000 The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened an investigation based on consumer allegations of inadvertent air bag deployments (IABD) occurring after the recall remedy for NHTSA recall 12V-527 had been installed on recalled model year (MY ) 2002-2003 Jeep... |
| EA12005 opened Jun 2012 | closed Nov 2014 | Fuel System, Gasoline | Crash Related Fuel Tank Fires - led to recall 13V252000 ODI has completed an extensive analysis of rear crash fuel tank system integrity data for the subject Jeep Cherokee, Grand Cherokee and Liberty vehicles (SVs).As of June 2013, ODI knew of 56 post-collision fatal fires, 28 non-fatal fires, and 6 fuel leak... |
| EA12001 opened Jan 2012 | closed Feb 2013 | Air Bags | Inadvertent Air Bag Deployment - led to recall 13V040000 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... |
| PE11035 opened Sep 2011 | closed Jan 2012 | Air Bags | 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... |
| PE11013 opened Apr 2011 | closed Sep 2011 | Suspension | 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. |
Show 3 more closed investigations
| Investigation | Status | Component | Subject |
|---|---|---|---|
| EA08008 opened Apr 2008 | closed Apr 2009 | Suspension | UPPER BALL JOINT SEPARATION - led to recall 09V119000 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... |
| PE07062 opened Dec 2007 | closed Apr 2008 | Suspension | 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... |
| EA06008 opened May 2006 | closed Aug 2006 | Suspension | FRONT SUSPENSION BALL JOINT SEPARATION - led to recall 06V288000 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... |
Recall campaigns
Safety-recall remedies are normally provided at no charge. Under US federal law the mandatory free remedy applies when the vehicle was no more than 15 years old at the time the defect was determined; manufacturers often cover older vehicles voluntarily. Canadian rules differ. Confirm eligibility with the manufacturer using the VIN. Each campaign number links to the federal record.
| Campaign | Component | Summary | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15V673000 | Air Bags | 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. | Normally free |
| 15V046000 | Air Bags | 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... | Normally free |
| 13V252000 | Structure | Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 1993-1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2002-2007 Jeep Liberty vehicles. | Normally free |
| 12V527000 | Air Bags | 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,... | Normally free |
| 09V119000 | Suspension | 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,... | Normally free |
| 06V288000 | Suspension | 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... | Normally free |
| 03V460000 | Suspension | 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. | Normally free |
Transport Canada recalls
Recalls issued under Canadian law for this model year, from Transport Canada's Vehicle Recalls Database. Matched by model name, so a Canadian-market variant may appear here that was sold under another name in the US. Units are Canadian vehicles affected.
| Recall | System | Units (CA) | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015479 2015-10-16 | Airbag | 13,720 | On certain vehicles, a defect in the supplemental restraint system (SRS) could result in an inadvertent deployment of the front airbag, side curtain airbag and/or seatbelt pretensioner. |
| 2015040 2015-01-28 | Airbag | 49,870 | On certain vehicles, a defect in the supplemental restraint system (SRS) could result in an inadvertent deployment of the front airbag, side curtain airbag and/or seatbelt pretensioner. |
| 2013220 2013-06-26 | Structure | 167,318 | Chrysler Canada has determined that an opportunity to incrementally improve performance in certain types of low-speed impacts may exist in certain vehicles. |
| 2012378 2012-11-09 | Airbag | 45,433 | On certain vehicles, a defect in the supplemental restraint system could result in an inadvertent deployment of the front airbag, side curtain airbag and/or seatbelt pretensioner. |
| 2009110 2009-04-14 | Suspension | 7,391 | On certain vehicles, the front upper ball joints may experience a loss of lubrication which can lead to corrosion, accelerated wear and possible separation. |
Show 2 more Canadian recalls
| Recall | System | Units (CA) | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006190 2006-08-02 | Steering | 65,809 | On certain vehicles, the front lower ball joints may become contaminated. With continued operation, the contamination can lead to corrosion, accelerated wear, and possibly separation from the steering knuckle, causing a loss of vehicle... |
| 2003270 2003-11-07 | Suspension | 29,011 | On certain vehicles, the front lower control arm ball joints may be susceptible to a loss of lubrication which can lead to corrosion, accelerated wear and possible separation from the steering knuckle. |
Service bulletins and warranty extensions
Manufacturer communications to dealers on file with the federal agency: repair instructions, service campaigns, and warranty extensions. A warranty extension means the manufacturer may pay for a repair the recall table does not cover.
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9001784 Feb 2021 | Equipment | Mechanical rocker arm, intake, 1.7 ratio. | |
| 9004275 Jul 2020 | Electrical System | 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. | |
| 23-015-20 Apr 2020 | Equipment | Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19 | |
| 08-049-20 Apr 2020 | 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 necessary. | |
| DOR-J8B5R-06 Mar 2020 | 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. |
Show 48 more bulletins
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| DOR-K3F3K-06 Mar 2020 | 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. | |
| 31-006-19 Nov 2019 | 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 2019 | 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 2019 | 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. | |
| 3100619 Nov 2019 | Structure | Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage. | |
| 3100319 Nov 2019 | 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. | |
| 3100519 Nov 2019 | 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 2016 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling. | |
| 9003215 Feb 2015 | 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 Non-EGR application. | |
| 13-002-14 Dec 2014 | Trailer Hitches | 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 | |
| 1300214 Dec 2014 | 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 N45 or N46 Campaign. | |
| 9003192 Dec 2014 | 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 2014 | 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 replacement please order kit 68253161AA. | |
| M3511082012 Nov 2013 | 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 Cherokee vehicles built through May 23,... | |
| N45062013 Jun 2013 | 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 the performance of 1993 through 1998 model... | |
| 9002519 Mar 2013 | Equipment | 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), and some ladco states (Illinois,... | |
| 21-001-13 Jan 2013 | Electrical System | MIL Illumination - DTC P1776 Solenoid Switch Valve Latched in LR Position | |
| 2500108 Jan 2008 | Engine And Engine Cooling | POSITIVE CRANKCASE VENTILATION (PCV) SYSTEM FREEZES IN EXTREME COLD AMBIENT TEMPERATURES -- INVOLVES INSTALLING REVISED PCV SYSTEM COMPONENTS. *NJ | |
| 0800107 Feb 2007 | Air Bags | PASSENGER AIR BAG DEACTIVATION. *KB | |
| 0803006 Aug 2006 | Power Train | POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION. *KB | |
| 1900805 Nov 2005 | Steering | REVISED POWER STEERING SYSTEM BLEEDING PROCEDURES. *SC | |
| 2101505 Sep 2005 | Power Train | 45RFE/545RFE TRANS - DELAYED ENGAGEMENT DUE TO COOLER RETURN FILTER REPLACEMENT. *SC | |
| 2401305 Aug 2005 | Equipment | AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) COOLING COIL ODOR. *TT | |
| 05002 Apr 2005 | 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 2005 | 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 2005 | Power Train | POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION. *SC | |
| 2100804 Oct 2004 | 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 2004 | 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 2004 | Visibility | FLIP-UP GLASS MAY OPEN AFTER VEHICLE HAS BEEN EXPOSED TO VERY WET CONDITIONS. *TT *MJ | |
| 050304 Apr 2004 | Service Brakes | DOMESTIC FRONT DISC BRAKES PAD KIT AVAILABILITY. *TT | |
| 0900704 Mar 2004 | Engine And Engine Cooling | IRREGULAR ENGINE SNAPPING SOUND. *TT | |
| 0803403 Mar 2004 | Electrical System | NEW SPARK PLUG FOR 2.4L ENGINE. *MJ | |
| 0500104 Jan 2004 | Service Brakes | THE CUSTOMER MAY EXPERIENCE A REAR BRAKE MOAN-LIKE SOUND DURING LIGHT OR NO BRAKE APPLICATION PRESSURE. *MN | |
| 0500303 Aug 2003 | Service Brakes | REAR DISC BRAKE MOAN-LIKE SOUND. *TT | |
| 2100603A Aug 2003 | Power Train | TRANSMISSION HARSH 4-3 DOWNSHIFT. *TT | |
| 2100703 Aug 2003 | Power Train | NEW FASTENERS TO PREVENT POSSIBLE 42RLE TRANSMISSION FLUID WEEPAGE. *TT | |
| 0600203 Aug 2003 | Power Train | CLUTCH SLIPPING. 2004 CHEROKEE INCLUDED. *TT | |
| 2100503A Aug 2003 | Power Train | 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 2003 | Vehicle Speed Control | TRANSMISSION SHIFT/SPEED CONTROL IMPROVEMENTS/POSSIBLE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATION. *TT | |
| 03010 Apr 2003 | Engine And Engine Cooling | SCORED 3.7L ENGINE CRANKSHAFT. *TT | |
| 15 Apr 2003 | Fuel System | 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 2003 | Power Train | TRANSMISSION SHIFT / SPEED CONTROL IMPROVEMENTS / POSSIBLE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATION. *TT | |
| 1800503 Mar 2003 | Vehicle Speed Control | TRANSMISSION SHIFT/SPEED CONTROL IMPROVEMENTS. *JB | |
| 03001 Jan 2003 | Structure | COWL PLENUM BODY SEAM MAY LACK SUFFICIENT BODY SEALER. *TT | |
| 02024 Nov 2002 | Power Train | HARSH SHIFTS DUE TO A STICKING PRESSURE SENSOR TRANSDUCER. *TT | |
| 02014 Aug 2002 | Equipment | 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 2002 | Unknown Or Other | FLASH PROGRAMMING FAILURE RECOVERY. *SLC | |
| 2200102 Mar 2002 | Unknown Or Other | CHROME WHEEL CARE. *SLC |
Before you buy this vehicle
A test-drive checklist generated from this vehicle's own complaint and recall record.
- Find the roughest road nearby.Clunks over bumps, a droning hum that changes when the car leans, or a corner that sits low are this vehicle's suspension complaints. Wheel bearings and control arm bushings lead the parts list.
- Watch the airbag warning light through a full key cycle.It should light on start and go out within seconds. A light that stays on, or never lights at all, means the system needs attention. Run the VIN for inflator recalls specifically.
- Smell for fuel and watch the first restart when hot.Hard starting when warm, hesitation under load, or any fuel odor near the tank or engine bay match this vehicle's fuel-system cluster. Check the recall table for fuel pump campaigns.
- Run the VIN against open recalls before you negotiate.This vehicle has 7 recall campaigns on file. An open recall needs VIN-specific confirmation. Many are quick, no-charge fixes and worth negotiating over; an unresolved do-not-drive advisory, or a remedy the manufacturer has not yet made available, should stop the purchase until it is resolved.
- Ask for the service history in writing, then read it against this page.The complaint families above are where owners of this vehicle report trouble. Repairs in exactly those systems are evidence the car had the problem; no such repairs could mean it never developed it, or that it was never fixed. The test-drive items above are how you tell those apart.
Parts search directory
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