The contact owns a 2004 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated received notifications of the federal safety agency 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 recall repairs. The dealer suggested that the appointment be rescheduled. The appointment was rescheduled. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the ball joints fractured. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The contact stated that the dealer had the vehicle for almost a month before the contact was advised that the recall repairs could not be completed due to other vehicle failures. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 183,674. Parts distribution disconnect.
2004 Jeep Liberty fuel system problems
186 complaints (17% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 107,801. 7 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 186
- of this car's complaints
- 17%
- typical mileage
- 107,801
- crashes
- 7
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Storage: tank assembly3
- Storage: tank assembly: mounting1
- Delivery: fuel pump1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Jeep Liberty fuel system problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2004 Jeep Liberty fuel system
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Related investigations
Crash Related Fuel Tank Fires
ODI has completed an extensive analysis of rear crash fuel tank system integrity data for the subject Jeep Cherokee, Grand Cherokee and Liberty vehicles (SVs).As of June 2013, ODI knew of 56 post-collision fatal fires, 28 non-fatal fires, and 6 fuel leak incidents (totaling 90 incidents, 75 fatalities and 58 injuries) involving the SVs.Based on this analysis, ODI issued a Recall Request Letter (RRL) on June 3, 2013 requesting that Chrysler recall the Grand Cherokee and Liberty vehicles due to the rate of fatal, non-fatal fire, and fuel leak incidents when compared to peer vehicles (compact and medium SUVs) built during the same time period.In the RRL, ODI described how the location of the aft-mounted fuel tank made the SVs vulnerable to rear impact crash fuel tank failures.During the analysis, besides the high speed/high severity crashes present in both the SV and peer vehicles, ODI observed a significant number of low and moderate speed rear impact crash related fires and leaks, particularly in the Liberty.The data also demonstrated that SVs originally equipped with towing hitch receivers (trailer hitches) appeared to be under-represented in rear-impact related fuel tank failures.In the RRL, ODI requested that Chrysler provide its response by June 18, 2013, otherwise the federal safety agency might proceed to an Initial Decision that the SVs contain a safety-related defect.Chrysler responded to the RRL on June 4, 2013 and vigorously disputed the tentative findings of the RRL.Among other things, Chrysler argued that the SVs had an overall safety record superior to their peers, met or exceeded all applicable federal motor vehicle safety standards (FMVSS) and only experienced fires in severe high energy rear impacts.Nonetheless, while continuing to maintain that the SVs did not contain a safety-related defect, Chrysler proposed a recall (13V‑252) of approximately 2.5M (1.6M currently registered) model year (MY) 1993 - 1998 Grand Cherokee (ZJ) and MY 2002-2007 Liberty (KJ) vehicles on June 18, 2013.The recall remedy submitted by Chrysler would employ a hitch receiver assembly consisting of a steel cross-member behind the fuel tank with forward-projecting arms bolted to the frame rails on either side of the fuel tank.For the MY 1999 - 2004 Grand Cherokee, Chrysler indicated it would conduct a customer satisfaction campaign and inspect vehicles equipped with aftermarket tow hitch receivers, and if necessary, replace any such hitch receivers whose conditionmay increase the risk of fuel system failure in rear crashes.Examination of the available data established that the MY 1999 - 2004 Grand Cherokee did not pose the same magnitude of safety risk as the MY 1993 - 1998 Grand Cherokee and MY 2002-2007 Liberty, particularly in low and moderate speed rear impacts.Because the agency has concluded that the vehicles do not present an unreasonable risk to safety, ODI is closing its investigation of the MY 1999 - 2004 Grand Cherokee.Although it was not within the scope of the Petition initiating this investigation or the Preliminary Evaluation preceding this EA, ODI also examined the performance of the MY 1993 - 2001 Cherokee as part of this investigation.the federal safety agency's assessment of the available data for the Cherokee did not establish an unreasonable risk in comparison to peer vehicles.ODI does not approve proposed defect remedies.While offering to install hitch receiver assemblies on the MY 1993-1998 Grand Cherokees and 2002-2007 Liberty, Chrysler did not, in ODI's view, provide enough evidence demonstrating the effectiveness of the proposed remedy in rear impacts.The Complete Summary for this Closing Resume (EA12-005) can be seen by
EA12005
What 2004 Jeep Liberty owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 jeep liberty. The contact stated that after placing fuel into the vehicle, the fuel spewed out of the fuel tank. Due to the failure, the contact was unable to place fuel into the fuel tank. The contact had taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic where minor repairs were made to the vehicle however, he was unable to determine the cause for the failure however, the failure persisted. The contact attempted to reach the manufacturer but was unable to speak with a representative. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.
The vehicle dies after filling it up with fuel. It has now happened to us multiple times, from what I have been reading it has been happening to lots of other people with jeeps/chryslers as well
On sept. 2, 2019 while driving on route 23 our 2004 jeep liberty's gas tank broke off and we dragged it down the road with gas pouring out, another driver alerted us that the gas tank was dragging. If a spark happened we would have been set on fire. The police and fire department were called and our car was towed to a repair shop. I saw a recall #18v278000 online today 09/05/19, we were never notified of this recall.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 jeep liberty. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 13v252000 (fuel system, gasoline, structure) and 18v278000 (suspension). The contact called south pointe chrysler jeep dodge ram at 918‑584‑1481 (located at 9240 s memorial dr, tulsa, ok 74133) and was informed that the parts were not available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect for both recalls. *tt consumer stated the safety recall on the rear lower control arms could be defective due to excessive corrosion eventually resulting in cracking.
After filling fuel tank the car starts fine but then the engine stalls multiple times in the first 3-5 miles. This is hazardous since it often happens when pulling into traffic leaving the gas station. It seems to go away and the car runs fine after several miles of driving and stalling as I slow down for stop lights or stop signs. I recently bought this jeep and this has happened several times after fillups. I just googled the problem and found it is a common issue. I thought it would be good to add my information to the list. I have done nothing to try to solve the problem at this point.
Have not been notified of any recalls and when I called the dealer they said I didnt have any recalls but when I check in the date base it said I had two recalls; I would like to get notified of the recalls by a dealership.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 jeep liberty. The contact took the vehicle to chapman dodge chrysler jeep ram (3800 n 89th st, scottsdale, az 85251, (480) 424-3559) to be repaired per the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 13v252000 (fuel system, gasoline, structure) and 18v278000 (suspension). After the vehicle was inspected by the dealer, the contact was promised a call back. The contact stated that his calls had not been returned in over three weeks. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was unknown.
I got my jeep repoed in 2016 because of not making my payments. I was having the problems with the gas tank and the engine was not running correctly. Is there anything you can do? Please let me know. [xxx] [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).'
At interstate speed the jeep accelerates unexpectedly as if the throttle is pressed to the floor. This is the third time this has happened. Accelerates to 80 miles per hour almost instantly.
Questions about the 2004 Jeep Liberty fuel system
Does the 2004 Jeep Liberty have fuel system problems?
Owners have filed 186 complaints about the fuel system of the 2004 Jeep Liberty, 17% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2004 Jeep Liberty fuel system problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 107,801 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2004 Jeep Liberty fuel system?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
What year does the Jeep Liberty have the most fuel system problems?
The Jeep Liberty model years with the most fuel system complaints are 2005 (409 complaints), 2006 (365 complaints) and 2007 (211 complaints).
Other 2004 Jeep Liberty problems
Suspension 456Body 128Visibility 121Electrical 80Engine 59Steering 54Transmission 52Brakes 40Lights 40Airbags 39Locks 25Acceleration 20Tires 18Wheels 16Seat belts 14Driver assistance 8Seats 5
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