2004 Jeep Liberty problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Suspension:front:control Arm:lower Ball Joint (251) · Suspension (141) · Visibility:power Window Devices And Controls (78)
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749 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.
Safety recalls (4)
Suspension:rear 2018-05-01 · campaign 18V278000 · 239,904 vehicles
Defect: 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.
Risk: A fractured control arm can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
Structure 2013-06-19 · campaign 13V252000 · 1,560,000 vehicles
Defect: 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.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
Fix: 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
Suspension:front:hub 2012-10-22 · campaign 12E047000 · 892 vehicles
Defect: Timken is recalling certain non-formed, front wheel hubs, part number HA599467, which were sold to retail and automotive distributors in the automobile aftermarket as front wheel hub replacements designed only for use on certain 2002 through 2005, 4X4, non-ABS, Jeep Liberty vehicles. These front wheel hub units can be mistakenly sold to owners and installed on 4X2 versions of the Jeep vehicles.
Risk: If the non-formed hub unit is installed on a Jeep Liberty 4x2 model (which does not use an axle nut for hub retention), the vehicle wheel will not be secure and a front wheel separation may occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Timken has notified retail stores that have received the subject parts. The front wheel hubs will be replaced free of charge. Owners who may have purchased the affected units should contact Timken at 1-330-471-3693 for more information. This recall is being conducted by Timken, not Chrysler/Jeep.
Suspension:rear 2012-03-05 · campaign 12V085000 · 346,900 vehicles
Defect: 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, MA
Risk: A FRACTURE OF THE REAR LOWER CONTROL ARM MAY RESULT IN A LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND MAY LEAD TO A VEHICLE CRASH.
Fix: 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-
Service bulletins (70)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Electrical System 2022-07-09 · S2208000136 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
security module lock out after entering the pin to unlock the wireless control module (wcm)
Electrical System 2022-07-09 · S2208000136 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
security module lock out after entering the pin to unlock the wireless control module (wcm)
Power Train 2021-02-22 · 9001784 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
mechanical rocker arm, intake, 1.7 ratio.
Equipment 2021-02-22 · 9001784 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
mechanical rocker arm, intake, 1.7 ratio.
Electrical System:ignition:anti-Theft:immobilizer/Proximity:key/Sender 2020-07-22 · 9004275 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
key, master if replacing the key/fobik on a wj, kj, tj, or pt cruiser, use the "ac" nic level part number. the "ab" nic level will not program to these platforms. for all other platforms, if the "ab" nic level will not program to the vehicle, use the "ac" nic level part and submit a part warranty.
Electrical System:ignition:anti-Theft:immobilizer/Proximity:key/Sender 2020-07-22 · 9004275 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
key, master if replacing the key/fobik on a wj, kj, tj, or pt cruiser, use the "ac" nic level part number. the "ab" nic level will not program to these platforms. for all other platforms, if the "ab" nic level will not program to the vehicle, use the "ac" nic level part and submit a part warranty.
Showing the 6 most recent of 70 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-09-30 · Suspension“original right side lower ball joint broke at 59,000 miles.…”
2025-07-09 · Suspension“yes i checked for recall on my 04 jeep liberty suspension and there is a recall on it i was driving my jeep and it is pulling so much that it's scary to drive but it's the only vehicle i have to get back and fourth to work so i researched it and everything it's saying on the recall is what is going on i'm afraid to get in a wreck and not only hurt …”
2025-06-18 · Unknown Or Other“rt passenger lower ball joint broke. found out it was an older recall for this when i didn't own the jeep. want to know if the recall could still be good…”
2025-05-28 · Tires“tires shake, grind and make a pulsing noise when trying to stop. …”
2025-05-28 · Tires:pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems“the tires began vibrating no matter what speed. the sidewall became very thin. the tire pressure monitoring sensor light keeps coming on even though the tires and tpms sensors are brand new…”
2025-04-08 · Suspension“i was going around a corner when it felt like a cinder block was under it. i stopped and looked but it wouldn't go and the driver's wheel was slumped where you couldn't drive it. i called the tow truck and had it towed to get it fixed. the lower ball joint and control arm had to be replaced on both sides in the front. it was going to happen on the …”
2024-09-05 · Suspension“[xxx] my son’s 2004 jeep liberty with 90k miles was towed to andy mohr chrysler dodge jeep ram4505 w 96th st indianapolis, in 46268 by cooks. i requested the vehicle be towed bc at approximately 530am i was driving the vehicle in the parking lot and turned right out of the parking lot in order to pull to a stop sign. shortly after turning the wheel…”
2024-04-30 · Steering“i have a 2004 jeep liberty and while driving and making turns, the steering wheel made a loud grinding noise. the noise was also heard when the brake pedal was depressed. there were no warning indicators illuminated. i got woke up this morning with the alarm going off.. no one was around the jeep.. i know this because i have security cameras.. my h…”
2024-02-21 · Tires:sidewall“while driving at speed (~70 mph) on the interstate, while on a straightaway, the vehicle began to sway as if being pushed by wind or like being passed by a semi truck. the swaying continued for 10 to 20 seconds before the rear passenger tire sidewall suffered a sudden catastrophic failure which made steering the vehicle very difficult. i had not st…”
2023-09-19 · Suspension · 183,674 mi“the contact owns a 2004 jeep liberty. the contact stated received notifications of nhtsa campaign numbers: 06v288000 (suspension), 13v252000 (fuel system, gasoline, structure), and 18v278000 (suspension). the contact scheduled a recall repair appointment, and after arriving at the dealer, was informed that parts were not yet available for the recal…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.