Got a flat tire and noticed that my two front tires were wearing extremely unevenly (both tires looked fine on outside, really worn on inside). Been noticing some slipping in the steering wheel for about a month, getting worse throughout the month. Aaa came to fix the tire and said the ball joint looked bad and that they "see this all the time on these vehicles." I had already had f23 done on this car which was supposed to fix the lower ball joints but probably didn't and noticed there was a recall called j17 which covers the upper ball joints which for some reason didn't apply to my vehicle because it was built in may 2001 and the affected vehicles were built may-sept 2002. I suspect my vehicle should have been part of that recall, especially after what aaa said and what they said at the repair shop, that they see faulty ball joints on these all the time. Why was my defective car not included? Did jeep really make the cars worse after may 2002 or is it more likely mine had the same problem? This omission has LED to an extremely hazardous condition and unreliable steering. I have had nothing but problems with this car since we bought it a year ago. A/c evaporator went bad out of nowhere, hit a bump which caused one of my brakes to snap, something that's inexcusable with an SUV, it's just repair after repair.
2002 Jeep Liberty suspension complaints
Page 3 of 18: complaints 41 to 70 of 494, newest first, as owners wrote them.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 jeep liberty. The contact received a notification for the federal safety agency campaign id number: 13v252000 (fuel system) and the federal safety agency campaign number: 09v119000 (suspension). However, the parts needed were unavailable. The contact stated the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
These jeep liberty's are known for there poor suspensions. The one on this vehicle is no different. The lower ball joints were recalled in 2006. 25000 miles later they are no good again. Even though it has been eight years, this should not happen. I did find the problem before there was a serious incident. The upper and lower ball joints are both in need of repair. A lot of these jeep liberty's were recalled for there ball joints but they all should be recalled and repaired with something better.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 jeep liberty. While traveling at any speed, the front end of the vehicle would vibrate severely and the lower control arm fractured. The vehicle was towed to the dealer who diagnosed that the lower control arm needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 03v460000 (suspension) and 06v288000 (suspension). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 94,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 jeep liberty. The contact stated there was a loud banging noise coming from the front of the vehicle intermittently. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that there was extensive corrosion and rust. An independent mechanic diagnosed that the both ball joints and the lower control arms needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was not included in the federal safety agency recall campaign number: 12e047000 (suspension ), 09v119000 (suspension), 06v288000 (suspension) and 03v460000 (suspension). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 172,000.
When turning right on the corner from phebe ln in slc, ut. Into 1700 e. Going at 10 MPH I heard a loud noise. I was able to stir the car next to the sidewalk. I exit the vehicle to see what happened and I saw that the wheel was separated from the car. I called the towing truck to have the car towed to the repair shop. The diagnosis was the lower front ball joint and the axle got separated from the vehicle. I was really lucky because I was driving with my 9 year old girl and we had just arrived from park city, ut. Into slc. And if the ball join separation occurred when I was going down and 65 MPH the scenario could be much more different.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 jeep liberty. The contact stated that while making a left turn at 2 MPH, the vehicle failed to turn properly. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the upper and lower ball joints need to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 135,000. Updated 06/05/14*lj the consumer stated the same ball joints that were on this vehicle were recalled in 2007. Updated 06/09/2014
Driving down street with no stop signs out of corner of eyes I saw a silver car speeding through a stop sign luckily I saw it early and slammed on my brakes, we hit very hard I hit steering wheel my passenger was injured too, my question is im reading that 2002 jeeps airbags go off easily why didn't mine go off, I bought the car when it was 1 year old but never checked if it had any accidents, its suppose to have airbags in the front and passenger seat, could the dealer have sold me a defective jeep. The other driver was speeding causing to hit very hard, why didn't the airbag deploy which would have saved me from hitting the steering wheel (I cant remember what else I hit all I know is I was taken in ambulance to emergency room my passenger drove to emergency room cause she didn't want to be put on as board she has a plate in her hip we are both 64 years old. If my car was defective when I bought it in 2003 I need to do something about it. Im reading that those 2002 airbags go off very easily why didn't mine. [xxx] .[xxx] bought car in 2003 from royal gate dodge ellisville mo. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
We were traveling southbound on i75 at a speed of only approximately 15mph due to a car accident ahead of us. All of sudden my car dropped and I heard a scrap of metal against asphalt. I slowly pulled car over to center median and got my children to the center of the guardrails to keep them safe. Upon expecting vehicle, I noticed that the wheel on the passenger front side of the vehicle was turned away from the car, the molding was detached and the metal that holds the wheel in place was sitting on the roadway. We had to wait for over 3 hours for a tow truck due to needing a tow truck that had a lift, not a flatbed. By the time the tow truck arrived, the dealership was closed and we had to be towed to a repair shop that could have the repairs completed for us by saturday afternoon. It turned out to be the ball joint nut fell off of the bolt that holds it in place. The entire ball joint needed to be replaced as well as lubricated. The repair person checked the other side and suggested we take to have inspected, as it did not have a cotter pin to hold the nut onto the ball joint assembly. The total cost for the replacement was $240. Because of our speed, no one was hurt. Due to the facts known about the jeep liberty, I was thankful we were not traveling at the posted speed limit of 70mph or we would have had a vehicle turn over and possible injuries or death. I have photos as well as receipts showing this issue.
2002 jeep liberty. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle ball joints recall notice and seeks reimbursement for repairs. Consumer also states unsatisfactory customer service at dealership. *smd the consumer stated her vehicle sat in the parking lot for an hour, before it was even looked at, and it wasn't until she complained, that they looked at it. She was then informed the parts were not available, and they needed to be ordered. The consumer decided to take the vehicle to her personal mechanic, where the was fixed in less than two hours.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 jeep liberty. The contact stated that whenever shifting into drive or reverse, a loud noise was heard. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnosis and they informed that the failure was contributed to both rear lower control arms. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 125,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 jeep liberty. The contact stated she received a recall notice two months ago and the manufacturer did not send a follow up letter regarding the availability of the parts for the repair. The vehicle was not serviced due to parts not being available. The manufacturer was not notified. The VIN was not available. The contact had not experienced a failure.
There are currently 3 recalls on my liberty. I have made multiple attempts to get service for these recalls from bcp jeep dealer in smyrna, delaware to no avail. I am told over and over that the parts are on back order and we'll contact you when they are available. I have a recall on my air bags-they may deploy driving down the road. My air bag light has been blinking for years, which is a symptom of this recall. I also have a part on my suspension that may break due to rust. That recall is 11 years old and still not fixed. Now I have a recall on the fuel tank, which may burst into a ball of flames in a fender bender. I am currently driving a death trap and cannot just go trade this vehicle in. I want jeep to take responsibility for these recalls and fix them. I am sick and tired of them giving me the run around. I cannot give you exact dates of when I contacted bcp. I have called them many times over the years. I also tried to contact the jeep dealer in dover, delaware and spoke to a very rude individual who was no help to me.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 jeep liberty. The contact stated that while having inspection done on his vehicle, he was notified that both front control arms were separating. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 120,000 and the current mileage was 142,000.
I just got off of the highway and was heading to the gas station. Made the right turn and the vehicle on the right side jerked to the ground and hit hard. Put it in park and got out of the vehicle and checked the tires to see if one was blown. Noticed fender above front passenger side tire was off and my ball joint arm was on the ground. The lower ball joint came completely off. It was not rusted and was well lubricated. Had to pay for a tow to haul it to my parents house. I need to know if chrysler is going to repair my vehicle.
While attempting to park to get gas, turned the steering wheel and heard a strange noise. My husband was outside of the jeep and noticed that something was hanging fromthe right front tire. Had it towed to nearest auto shop and was told that the upper control arm and lower ball joints had broken. Had it repaired. Called the chrysler recall center and was told that there was a recall on the lower ball joints. We were then instructed to get the original invoice and receipt to prove that the repairs were done. We were told to call back to receive instructions on where to fax the papers. Called back later that day to get a fax number and was told that we could not be reimbursed because we didn't take it to a jeep dealership. We were told that we had not called and talked to anyone earlier and that we could not be reimbursed. After staying on phone and on hold for about 30 minutes, the representative gave more instruction on information to send to the chrysler recall assistance center. I have gather my information and voiced my concerns. I was told to mail my information and that it would take up to 60 days for a decision to be made. We are not trying to get over on anyone. Just imagine if I was on the interstate going 70 MPH with my kids and husband in the car and the joints broke. The chrsyler corporation will be dealing with a lot more then a $1000 repair bill. I feel that if there are recalls on these vehicle, everyone should be notified and it be corrected before some one gets hurt or loose a life.
De regreso a casa demi trabajo la llanta del lado derecho de enfrente se poncho y choque con un arbol. Mi veiculo fue perdida total. Tengo problemas fisicos que desafortunadamente la aseguranza no quiso cubrir. Me golpee la cabesa mi mandibula la tengo danada y otras partes demi cuerpo. Yo creo que es causa deque la bolsa de aire no esploto por eso me golpee muy fuerte. Quiero saber conquien dirigirme para poder obtener algun apoyo. Grasias.
I began having problems with the electrical system in august. Headlights flicker on and off at will, as well as interior lights. Passenger side headlamp won't come on at all now and interior lights continue to flicker. While pulling into my driveway, passenger side front tire completely separated from the vehicle, leaving me speechless. We have been the only owners of this vehicle and weren't notified of any recalls. Hoping we can get this repaired soon......
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 jeep liberty. The contact stated that while the driver was parking, the front passenger tire separated. The vehicle was towed to the contact's home and was inspected by a private mechanic. The technician stated that the front passenger upper ball joint fractured due to corrosion and caused the tire to separate. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure and current mileage was 180,000. Updated 04/02/2013
3rd time work on a ball joints recall job that cause damage to brakes, tie rods ,rack n pinion,rotors and most of the suspension system.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 jeep liberty. The contact stated that while driving 5 MPH, the passenger side wheel detached from the axle. The contact did not crash or loose control of the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to a local mechanic for a diagnostic testing. The mechanic stated that the lower ball joint was defective and caused the front passenger side tire to disconnect from the vehicle. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign I.d. 09v119000 (suspension:front:control arm) and had the vehicle towed to the dealer. The dealer advised the contact that the vehicle was included in the recall and replaced the lower ball joints of the front suspension. The contact stated that he never received notification of the recall. The failure mileage was 150,000.
Just purchased vehicle, told by local dealer in early july that there was a recall on lower ball joints, with a national back order on parts, after completing repair 9/24, they stated it needs new steering knuckles at $1094.00. On tuesday 9/25 said it was ready to pick up, I asked if they solved the "air bag" light being on, they said it would be a few more days. They called this morning (9/28) and said they can not give me the vehicle back because the ball joints are now falling out. I asked "since I drove it in, why after you recall repair is it not drive able? They said safety reasons. So now I have a jeep being held hostage, with still no answer for the "air bag" light to be on. Something is wrong with these models.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 jeep liberty. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign id number: 03v460000 (suspension:front:control arm:lower ball joint) and took the vehicle to the dealer where the lower ball joint was replaced. The contact stated that the lower ball joint fractured and had to be replaced two times after the initial recall repair was performed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure however, no assistance was provided because the recall repair had already been performed. The current mileage was 131,000. The failure mileage was 106,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 jeep liberty. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle started to shake. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for an alignment, who notified him that the upper ball joint needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of failure who did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number: 06v288000 (suspension: front: control arm: lower ball joint). The current and failure mileage was 142,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 jeep liberty. While driving approximately 30 MPH on an exit ramp, the front passenger's side wheel detached from the vehicle. The engine was turned off and the vehicle was towed to an independent auto shop where the front passenger's side lower ball joint was replaced. Two months later, the front driver's side lower ball joint fractured which caused the wheel to detach which was repaired by the contact. The vehicle was also previously repaired in 2007 under the recall associated with the federal safety agency campaign id number 06v288000 (suspension:front:control arm:lower ball joint). The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The failure mileage was unavailable.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 jeep liberty. The vehicle was repaired under the federal safety agency campaign id number: 06v288000 (suspension:front:control arm:lower ball joint). The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH the vehicle started to make a popping sound and the steering wheel began to swerve to the left. In addition, the vehicle dropped to the ground. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who stated that the lower ball joint fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 141,000. Updated 10/10/12*cn updated 10/15/2012
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 jeep liberty. The contact stated that after receiving notification of the federal safety agency campaign I.d. 03v460000 (suspension:front:control arm:lower ball joint) the contact called a local dealer to have the vehicle serviced. The dealer advised the contact that he parts needed for the recall were not available and could not advise the contact of when the part would become available. The contact called the manufacturer regarding parts for the recall and the manufacturer advised that the parts were not yet available. The failure mileage was 130,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 jeep liberty. The contact stated that there was a clunking noise heard when driving over road bumps. In addition, the vehicle would sway back and forth abnormally. The failure occurred when driving at various speeds. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the contact was informed that the upper ball joints needed to be replaced. The contact was also informed that due to the upper ball joint failure, the lower ball joints were also being damaged. In addition, the tie rods were worn. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired under the federal safety agency campaign id number 03v460000 (suspension:front:control arm:lower ball joint). The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with the federal safety agency campaign id number 09v119000 (suspension:front:control arm). The failure mileage was 123,000.
Left front tire fell to the side. Ball joint was broken. Steering was impossible. Vehicle contained male and female parents and two young children. They were on a busy freeway in northern ca. When auto repair people looked at it they found no grease in the joint and the ball had rust all over the top. This is a sealed joint that could not be greased. It looked as though is was not properly greased during original installation.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 jeep liberty. The contact stated that while having a routine wheel alignment, the mechanic advised him the front driver and passenger side lower control arms were worn. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign id number: 06v288000 ( suspension:front:control arm:lower ball joint) but was advised by the manufacturer that the vehicle was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was 106,000.
VIN decoder
See the problems and recalls for an exact car
Buying a used 2002 Jeep Liberty?
Check the exact car before you pay: accidents, salvage or flood titles, odometer readings and previous owners.
Check its history