2005 Jeep Liberty: check engine light

Filed Jul 31, 2015 · Engine · 135,000 miles · NJ

Pull out of driveway to stop sign. Pulled out into intersection and there was a loud bang followed by clanking noise. It turned out to be a blown engine. There was no warning, no check engine light. Engine was replaced. Now transmission is failing will file a separate complaint for that.

Filed Jul 28, 2015 · Electrical, Engine · 80,000 miles · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 jeep liberty. The contact stated that the check engine light remained illuminated and the fuel gauge malfunctioned. The contact was made aware that the VIN was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 13v252000 (fuel system, gasoline, structure); however, the part needed to do the repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time to do the recall repair. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.

Filed Jul 22, 2015 · Engine · 160,000 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 jeep liberty. While driving various speeds, the engine warning light continuously illuminated. The failure recurred multiple times. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The technician stated that the engine misfired. As a result, the spark plugs and engine air filter needed to be replaced. The oil was changed as well; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer because it shook while driving. The dealer stated that the psi was very low. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 160,000.

Filed Feb 18, 2015 · Acceleration, Fuel system · 159,800 miles · CA

At approx 8:00 on the morning of 2/16/15 my 2005 jeep liberty, 3.8l v-6 with automatic transmission began to accelerate out of control while braking for a stop sign. The engine was cold, I had just started it and the temperature was in the mid to upper 50s. I was traveling about 27 MPH, and began to slow for the stop. At about 10-15 MPH, I noticed the car was no longer slowing down. It seemed as though the brakes stopped working. At the same time, the engine briefly revved on its own. This made the car accelerate. I could not stop at the stop sign and the car accelerated into 50 MPH cross traffic. I made a hard right turn to bring the car next to the curb, allowing room for traffic to go by. At the same time, I put the transmission into neutral and that allowed the car to stop. I then put the car into park and revved the engine. It seemed to respond normally at that point (engine would return to idle immediately after taking my foot off the gas). After shifting between part to drive, then reverse, etc. Several times, it still seemed to work normally so I continued to work with no further problems. It seemed as though while coming to a stop, the transmission did not down shift or disengage. As the engine rpms were reduced below idle due to the car slowing, the computer control system tried to bring the engine speed back up, causing it to accelerate. A couple of facts - the car has approx. 159,800 miles on the odometer. I purchased it used a few months ago and have put 13,000 miles on it. When I purchased it I had it examined by a mechanic and had all the hoses, belts, etc. Replaced. I've had the oil changed at about 5,000 mile intervals. I drive with one foot only, I don't use separate feet for the gas and the brake. The floor mat was not moved before or after this incident, and is not close to the gas pedal. Check engine light did not come on.

Filed Dec 19, 2014 · Engine · 174,000 miles · MD

2010 engine shut down with only 105,000 miles. I had replaced the egr valve covered under warranty when check engine light came on. Performed regular oil changes up until the engine failed. New replacement engine was installed in 2010. In septemeber 2014 engine failed again on the highway going 55 MPH. Engine was diagnosed by chrysler dealer as engine failure due to over heated rocker arm, cam shaft and lifters. Chrysler is not offering any assistance this second time around. I am also out $1060 dollars payable to the dealer for their diagnosis telling me something I already knew. Chrysler customer service had told me to take it to the dealer before they would discuss any potential financial assistance. Now that the diagnosis is engine failure they are not willing to provide any aide. Information I have been gathering indicates this was not a good engine in either the 2005 or 2006 libertys. I need some help pursing help from chrysler. Please advise.

Filed Dec 18, 2014 · Fuel system · 60,000 miles · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 jeep liberty sport. The contact stated that while driving 5 MPH, the vehicle shuddered and the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel filter bracket needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired due to the part not being available. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 60,000.

Filed Dec 9, 2014 · Body, Engine · PA

2005 jeep liberty. Care has had few recalls which includes the most recent recall regarding the gas tank. Customer very unhappy with her car. *ta the consumer stated the radiator, water, rocker arms, spark plugs all had to be replaced. Also, the engine light illuminated after the repairs were done. The dealer informed the consumer the head gaskets and cylinder heads needed to be replaced.

Filed Sep 16, 2014 · Engine · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 jeep liberty. The contact stated that the check engine warning light illuminated. The failure occurred on several occasions. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Aug 28, 2014 · Suspension · 136,000 miles · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 jeep liberty. While driving 55 MPH, the vehicle shook and the check engine and maintenance indicators illuminated. The failure occurred four times. An independent mechanic stated that the lower control arms and lower ball joint needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 136,000.

Filed Jun 30, 2014 · Fuel system, Suspension · AL

An ongoing problem with the fuel gauge is that whenever I fill up I can drive about 20 miles (more or less) and then all of a sudden the engine light and gas light come on and the fuel gauge goes all the way to empty. Which can be pretty scary the first time you see it happen and you're going 75 MPH on the interstate. The second problem is the suspension. Any time I turn the steering wheel it creaks. Riding over even barely bumpy roads causes my car to creak and groan. It shakes horribly when driving between 50-55 or even idling but gets better when I take my foot off the gas, apply the brakes, or go at higher speeds.

Filed Feb 3, 2014 · Body, Engine · 131,526 miles · PA

Hard start and then engine light came on. Obdii code p302, changed spark plug and coil. Engine knocks and runs rough. Possible valve issue. *tr the consumer stated too much time has gone by, since he received the recall notice regarding the installation of the trailer hitch. Chrysler informed the consumer the parts were not available. However, the consumer had talked to a couple of mechanics who dealer with trailers and hitches and they have the parts either in stock or readily available. Updated 06/19/14

Filed Jun 23, 2013 · Body, Fuel system · VA · crash

Car hit me from behind. My check engine light is on says the fuel evaporation system.