10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
2 / 0
Average Mileage:
25,527 miles

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problem #6

Sep 152011

Liberty

  • 51,787 miles
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.

- Wheeling, WV, USA

problem #5

Aug 252011

Liberty 6-cyl

  • 61,195 miles
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.

- North Chicago, IL, USA

problem #4

Sep 052007

Liberty 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 9,182 miles
On Wednesday, September 5, 2007, at approximately 8:30pm both my husband and I got in our 2006 Jeep Liberty with only 9,188 miles to drive home. Upon turning on the vehicle we turned up the air conditioner and heard a grinding sound. Unsure of what the noise was, my husband turned down the air for a moment. As he turned the air back up the blower fan fell out of the dashboard and into the foot area of the passenger front seat where I was sitting. The blower fan was still turning as it made contact with my feet because it did not detach from the electrical wiring. The blower fan continued running until my husband shut off the vehicle. Due to the fact that I was wearing sandals when the blower fan fell out of the dashboard my toes were severely lacerated and suffered abrasions. These injuries required me to seek medical attention. Due to this injury I have had to miss work, as it is not possible for me to wear shoes, stand for any length of time, or sit without elevating my feet. This incident along with other multiple faulty window components, all of which are warranty items, cause us concern. Particularly since the blower fan was a recalled part and had recently been replaced. We no longer feel that this vehicle is safe to operate and have contacted Chrysler headquarters customer service call center for assistance and are awaiting an inspection.

- Atlanta, GA, USA

problem #3

Jun 022007

Liberty 4WD 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 15,000 miles
The contact leases a 2006 Jeep Liberty. The contact scheduled an appointment in June of 2007 to have the blower motor replaced. He stated that the part for the repair is still unavailable in September of 2007. The air conditioning system hesitates when it is activated. The dealer cannot provide a specific date as to when the manufacturer will have the part. The current mileage was 17,000 and failure mileage was 15,000.

- Corm, NY, USA

problem #2

May 292007

Liberty 4WD 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 13,000 miles
The contact owns a 2006 Jeep Liberty. On May 29, 2007, while driving 55 mph, the vehicle completely lost power. She stated that she was almost involved in a serious crash with several other vehicles. The contact stated that when she picked up the vehicle from the shop on June 6, 2007, it was not in the same working condition as before it was brought in for the fan belt recall repair. She stated that the wheels were loose and the air conditioner produced a burning smell when activated. The dealer remedied the recall, however, they stated that there were other potential failures that needed attention. The manufacturer has not offered any assistance. The contact stated that her vehicle is brand new and she has already received seven recall notices. The engine size was unknown. The current and failure mileages were 13,000. Updated 02-01-08 updated 02/01/08

- Bridgewater, CT, USA

problem #1

Jul 042006

Liberty 4WD 4-cyl Diesel

  • Automatic transmission
  • 3,000 miles
: the contact stated while traveling 70 mph, a smell of burnt plastic was noticed. The vehicle pulled over, and flames erupted from under the passenger glove compartment. The contact extinguished the fire with a fire extinguisher, and a police report was taken. The driver sustained blisters on his right hand while putting the fire out. The contact believed the fire could have been electrical since the fire started from the air conditioning blower area. The vehicle was deemed totaled, and was taken to a salvage yard. The manufacturer was contacted, and a complaint was taken. Updated 11/03/06.

- Dearborn, MI, USA