Recall m35/12v‑527 air bag system occupant restraint control module.
2002 Jeep Liberty fuel system complaints
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#2 cylinder failed,#2 rocker arm came off,#2 lash has play which caused the rocker to come off, passenger side cylinder assembly had to be replaced. Also fuel leak by crimp. All this with no indication or warning signs. No unusual sounds, smells or indication from panel on dash. The vehicle lost power immediately.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 jeep liberty. The contact stated he was informed of the federal safety agency investigation item number: pe10-031 (fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings) which stated that the placement of the fuel tank and lack of adequate shielding made the fuel tank vulnerable to rupture or leakage if struck from the rear. The contact stated that the placement of his fuel tank was also inadequate and he was concerned of a potential fire erupting in the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure and the current mileage was 103,000. Updating 12/7/10
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 jeep liberty. The contact smell gasoline whenever the air conditioner or heater was activated. The repair shop stated that one of the fuel injectors was leaking. The dealer replaced the fuel injector. The failure mileage was 57,000 and current mileage was 59,000. Updated 12/31/07 *bf updated
Tl* - the contact received recall 06v288000 for the 2002 jeep liberty concerning lower ball joints. The contact complained about the effect that the ball joint had on the tires. The contact stated that no matter what speed she was driving at, but usually at about 15 MPH she felt and heard the suspension in the car shifting whenever she hit a bump. The contacts complaint was that after one and a half years the tires were completely bald. The contact stated that this was directly related to the safety recalls on the ball joints. Also, the contact stated that on 11/2005 she lost control of the vehicle after making a turn. After taking the vehicle for service, the contact learned from the dealer that all of the steering fluid leaked out, and the power steering belt split in half. The contact would like to have the tires replaced under the recall as well.*ak updated 2/7/2007 - the consumer's vehicle experience extended crank time to start. The dealer replaced eh fuel pump and fuel pump reservoir. The lap belt in the rear seat became twisted. When the vehicle was put into reverse the consumer hear a noise. The dealer made repairs to the transmission. The lighter was inoperative.
Total engine shut down at highway speed of 50 miles per hour resulting in near loss of control. Due to failure of catalytic converter at 60,000 miles. The manufacturer has a 21 day back order on the part and advises only 14 pieces are available north america wide. No warnings, no engine lights, no rough idling. Chrysler customer service in canada showed little regard for the safety aspect of the part failure and appears to have a problem keeping up with demand for this part. As a police officer I dont want someone having an accident due to this failure with tragic results. We had just come off the main highway and if the failure had of occurred there a collision would surely have occurred.
Check engine light was tripped by a significant fuel leak. Not obvious origin - required significant diagnostics to locate source. A significant safety issue and product defect.
Fuel vapor hoses split in two on my 2002 jeep liberty. Dealer replaced the hoses "doing me a favor by putting it under warranty."
The vehicle experienced problems with the passenger window, there were noises coming from the dash and door area. Also the starter failed, and the vehicle was getting poor gas mileage. *ak
Design problems with windows on 2002 jeep liberty. *mr the rear swing flip up window was unsafe. Every time the rear gate was opened, the window would swing open. There was no handle on the window. (must firmly place hand on window to shut) when it rained, the window would become extremely slippery and have to be held firmly to lock. The vehicle also made a loud wind noise when driven at 45 miles per hour. *scc the consumer stated the vehicle did not get good gas mileage
Consumer stated that while driving and without warning the fuel tank crack causing fluid to leak out. Dealer notified. Ts
After recall for the vehcile knee blocker trim was completed, it fell off. Consumer took vehicle back to the dealership, they fix the knee blocker trim again, but shortly after it fell back off. Ts
While driving 5mph, vehicle makes a rumbling noise when shifting to overdrive.*ak consumer stated the transmission makes a whine sound and the engine cuts oof sometimes, and the fuel pump is loud.
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