2004 Jeep Liberty: engine overheating

Filed Sep 28, 2013 · Engine · 10,500 miles · NY

Engine overheated on the highway mechanic said that the jeep had a blown head gasket.

Filed Jan 24, 2013 · Electrical, Seats · 96,300 miles · NJ

Driver's seat heater felt extremely hot against my back while driving. Leaned forward and smelled a burning odor, also felt jacket and back of seat which were both extremely hot and immediately turned off the heated seats. Upon arriving at work,got out of the vehicle and saw the front seat leather against where my back was had been burned, as well as the back of my jacket. Called the chrysler recall phone number and was told that although there was a recall for the jeep grand cherokee for the heated seats malfunctioning and overheating, that there was not a recall available for the same problem with the jeep liberty. Because the vehicle's warranty is expired, they said they will not cover expenses due to repairs. I then called my local dealer, who also said I would be responsible for repairs since there is not a recall for this model of jeep. Upon searching the web, there are numerous accounts of other jeep liberties with this issue, including a court case that was filed 10/29/12 for a 2004 jeep liberty which the heated seats generated dangerously high temperatures in which a consumer endured third degree burns. This is a serious safety issue, which could potentially cause a fire or injury to consumers.

Filed Aug 30, 2012 · Body, Electrical · 100,175 miles · SC · fire

Vehicle indicated that passenger front door was ajar, this after ten minutes of driving. Door was in fact not ajar. Passenger opened and closed door just to check, door then would no longer fully close. Pulled manual lock to see if it was stuck, whole piece came out. Smoke started pouring out of hole and door metal was very hot to the touch. Removed door panel to put out fire inside. Lock actuator motor melted down and parts were smoldering. During this process the electronic back glass popped open as well and will no longer latch either. Chrysler recalled some 2004 liberty's for these motors overheating and seizing, was informed that this vehicle was not included and that we should have 'maintained the wiring in the door'. This vehicle is meticulously maintained!

Filed Jul 14, 2010 · Brakes · 44,567 miles · IL

There is a constant problem with the rear calipers on the 2004 jeep liberty the have been replaced 3 times in the matter of 2 years. The dealer says they overheat and need to be replaced.

Filed May 25, 2010 · Engine · 40,000 miles · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 jeep liberty. The contact stated while driving at unknown speeds, the check engine light would illuminate and over time, the vehicle would overheat. The vehicle was taken to an independent repair facility where she was advised the water pump had failed. The mechanic replaced the water pump accordingly however, the failure continued to recur. The water pump was replaced two additional times due to the recurring failures. The failure mileage was 40,000 and the current mileage was 94,000.

Filed Sep 23, 2008 · Electrical · 43,000 miles · VA · fire

For a month or so the key had been getting stuck in the ignition and you would have to start the car and turn it back off to get the key out. One night we were sitting in car trying to get it to start. The jeep wouldn't start and within seconds smoke was coming out from the top of the hood. There was 3 adults in the jeep and 2 children. We all got out and within a minute there was flames dropping from the bottom, then within the next few seconds flames were coming up over the hood. The fire department was called and the fire was put out. We were all safe but the jeep ended up being totaled. I was told that the wires to the battery overheated and caught fire. I believe this was a result of something to do with the key getting stuck in the ignition.

Filed Mar 10, 2008 · Engine · 720,000 miles · PA · fire

Jeep liberty 04 3.7l 4x4 engine overheated on express way toward pittsburgh. The engine coolant failed. I attached earlier recall notice that may be related to my incident. The engine was nearly on fire when I pulled off the road. Black smoke came from engine etc... Make : jeep model : liberty year : 2004 manufacturer : daimlerchrysler corporation mfr's report date : jul 02, 2004 the federal safety agency campaign id number : 04v337000 n/a the federal safety agency action number: n/a component: engine and engine cooling potential number of units affected : 1600 summary: on certain sport utility vehicles equipped with 3.7l engines only, two valve cover studs may interfere with the fuel injector and alternator wiring harnesses. Consequence: damage to the alternator wiring harness could result in an under hood fire. Remedy: dealers will add protective caps to the valve cover studs and re-route the affected wiring harness to provide clearance. Owner notification began on july 19, 2004. Owners can contact daimlerchrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Notes: daimlerchrysler recall no. D33. Customers can also contact the federal safety agency's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash 2-dot (1‑888‑327‑4236).