2007 Jeep Liberty problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Visibility:power Window Devices And Controls (151) · Fuel/Propulsion System (67) · Suspension (62)
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491 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.
Safety recalls (3)
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: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 (51)
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 2023-09-15 · 9100226 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
connector kit before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957a$, check it in the mopar connector repair kit website to confirm part number and applicability. there is an error with the wiring diagrams in service library that is causing the incorrect repair kit part number to populate. please use
Electrical System:wiring 2023-09-15 · 9100226 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
connector kit before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957a$, check it in the mopar connector repair kit website to confirm part number and applicability. there is an error with the wiring diagrams in service library that is causing the incorrect repair kit part number to populate. please use
Power Train 2021-04-07 · 9004009 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
transmission kit with torque converter 1. all promaster (vf) 3.6l/62te equipped vehicles. if the transmission bracket to the transmission case fasteners are removed during servicing, the fasteners (part number 06511385a$) are one-time usage. vehicles built prior to 10/23/2015 requires service kit p
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.
Structure 2020-04-30 · 23-015-20 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
disinfectant solution recommended for covid-19
Showing the 6 most recent of 51 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2025-05-11 · Suspension“subject: inquiry regarding ball joint and control arm issues on my 2007 jeep liberty dear support tech, i am writing to express my concerns regarding recurring issues with my 2007 jeep liberty, specifically with the driver-side ball joint and control arm. in 2019, i had the driver-side ball joint replaced at firestone. however, on [xxx], i exper…”
2025-04-24 · Suspension“as of this morning, i’ve had both ball joints on the front suspension snap, making the vehicle undrivable.…”
2025-04-08 · Suspension · 166,270 mi“the contact owns a 2007 jeep liberty. the contact stated while driving approximately 40-50 mph, the vehicle vibrated, and the contact heard an abnormal sound coming from underneath the vehicle. the contact stated that several unknown warning lights were illuminated. the vehicle was not taken to an independent mechanic or dealer. the vehicle was not…”
2024-11-08 · Unknown Or Other“ball joint & control arm suspension failure twice in 3 years…”
2024-11-08 · Unknown Or Other“ball joint & control arm failure, twice within 3 years…”
2024-08-26 · Service Brakes“brakes were locking up as i was driving the vehicle. abs module needs reprogramming. mechanic inspected, he states the brakes could lock up without this update only available from chryslar. this repair is in a recall but not for my vin number. i have been told my vehicle is unsafe to drive. abs light on in gauge cluster.…”
2024-06-12 · Power Train:automatic Transmission“the contact owns a 2007 jeep liberty. the contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormally strong fuel odor coming from the vehicle. the contact stated that the fuel gauge failed to operate as intended. the contact stated that after refueling the vehicle the fuel gauge failed to provide the proper fuel level. no wa…”
2023-12-26 · Suspension · 125,000 mi“the contact owns a 2007 jeep liberty. the contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact heard an abnormal sound coming from the rear upper control arm. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with corrosion on both sides and the rear control arms. the contact was informed that the rear contro…”
2023-12-18 · Unknown Or Other“been over 30 days since vehicle was inspected for a recall that requires installing a tow hitch. manufacturer will not provide an eta for parts however i can go thru various other methods to obtain parts needed within a few days. seems like manufacturer is stalling and not wanting to fix issue. …”
2023-11-16 · Suspension“pulling away from getting gas i heard and felt a loud bang. could not turn my wheel much. something was scraping the ground. i got out and saw my lower ball on the driver's front broke off slightly pulling my cv joint. sat for hours until i got a tow back home. i'm lucky i wasn't on the highway, i could have died. doesn't show a recall but i …”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.