2005 Jeep Liberty: fuel pump failure

Filed Jun 22, 2015 · Electrical, Engine · 48,000 miles · GA

I have had numerous issues with this vehicle. I have had to replace the cooling fan, three window motors, the alternator, head gaskets, the fuel pump sensor is broken, the oil sensor is broken, when I pump gas it spills out, the radiator, the electrical system on both the left and right side. The tail lights don't work properly and I have replaced both the lights and fuses as well as the sockets numerous times. These are just the things I can think of off the top of my head. I've spent thousands of dollars, literally, on this car. I feel like it's a death trap waiting to happen and can't wait until I am able to purchase something else, it won't be a jeep product. Jeep doesn't care if you have numerous issues with their product. When I first started having issues I called the dealership I purchased from to talk to my salesman and I was asked what my mileage was. I was right around 48,000 miles, I was put off numerous times and told he would be who I would need to deal with. After I hit the 50,000 mark they informed me he had been murdered and I was not out of warranty. Each passing day seems to bring new problems with this vehicle. I just thought someone should finally know. I'm also not counting the recalls in on my list of issues.

Filed Jun 16, 2015 · 68,000 miles · GA

Jeep liberty 2005, less than 70000 miles. Gas overflows upon filling up tank. At first thought, it was fuel pump. However, this happens at all stations every time it is to be filled up. Therefore is my reasoning for my concern. Search on line and found this is problematic; links below confirms this. Https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=whehmnkxoyk http://www.jeepforum.com/forum/f176/have-fuel-spill-problems-like-many-us-submit-complaint-force-recall-974337/ there are many reports showing these same concerns. Please address this through the proper channels. It needs to be corrected. Thank you

Filed Nov 23, 2014 · Fuel system · 139,000 miles · MI

Typically, when refueling, upon reaching the full level with the fuel pump nozzle in the auto shutoff position the pump nozzle will shut off but gasoline will continue to flow and spew out of the fill tube, down the side of the car, onto the ground and onto me. I've learned to manually stop adding fuel prior to the full level to avoid the risks this situation presents. On 11/22/2014 with the fuel tank nearly empty I attempted to refuel with fuel nozzle in auto position for the initial fill period. After adding approximately 2 gallons gasoline began spewing out. To stop the flow I had to grab the nozzle and disengage the lever manually and in the process soaked my hand, arm and lower leg with gasoline. I attempted to begin refueling again with an identical out come. I moved to a different pump station and twice attempted to fill by manually operating the nozzle lever. Gasoline poured and spewed out both times. After having added just 5 gallons total I stopped attempting to add fuel. I am now in the process of finding service/repair before driving the vehicle again as I don't believe it is safe to add fuel in current condition.

Filed Sep 2, 2014 · Fuel system · 72,000 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 jeep liberty. After refueling the vehicle, the fuel gauge indicator illuminated. The contact stated that less than ten gallons of fuel was inserted into the fuel tank in order for the fuel not to overflow. The dealer stated that the fuel pump module failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer stated that the VIN was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 13v252000 (fuel system, gasoline, structure), but there was no remedy available for the recall. The approximate failure mileage was 72,000.

Filed Jun 26, 2014 · Body, Fuel system · VA

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 jeep liberty. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign id number:13v252000 (fuel system, gasoline , structure) and stated that the parts were not available. The dealer did not give a specific date when the parts would become available. When the fuel was full there was no click to ensure tank was full. The contact had to let go of the fuel pump and fuel had poured out intermittently. The service engine sensor was also illuminating intermittently. The contact had to adjust the fuel cap to get the sensor to turn of which works but was only an interim fix for the failure. The manufacturer was also contacted and could not provide an estimated date for when the contacts vehicle would receive the recall repairs. Dyd

Filed May 13, 2014 · Fuel system · 101,900 miles · MO

I have had to replace the fuel pump twice. The first time was in 2006 at around 27,000 miles. I was on the highway doing 55 when it went out may 10, 2014. I had about 101,900 miles this time. I also have problems with the fuel spilling out of the tank when fueling up. I never reported this because I didn't realize this was a common jeep problem.

Filed Feb 26, 2014 · Fuel system · 117,000 miles · OH

Tl- the contact owns a 2005 jeep liberty. The contact stated when she attempted to add fuel to the vehicle, the fuel began spilling out. When the fuel pump was not engaged the spill ceased. The vehicle was taken to another fuel station where the failure recurred. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for inspection. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 117,000. Rk

Filed Dec 7, 2013 · Electrical, Engine · 89,000 miles · NV

Driving 2005 jeep liberty crd (turbo diesel) on highway and engine cut out completely without any warning. All dash lights flashed on and off, asd light remain illuminated. Coasted to shoulder. Engine would not start. Towed to dealership, they replaced fuel pump fuse. Claimed they could find no cause for the blown fuse. Exactly the same asd cut out repeated over next four months, once more at highway speed, once in parking lot. Different fuses blown and replaced each time. Finally dealer traced to frayed wiring in engine compartment. Taped wires, no further asd cut outs. Technician stated he would never drive a liberty outside of city as wiring harness routinely frays due to tight fit over mental body and components in original construction. Claimed very common and very difficult to find or correct as most wiring is inaccessible behind body panels. Claims jeep is well aware, he claims entire harness should be replaced with longer harness and thicker insulation. Extremely dangerous as cut out is instantaneous and occurs without warning.

Filed Nov 1, 2013 · Fuel system · 55,000 miles · FL

Gasoline spills out of the vehicle's fuel filler neck upon completion of a full tank refilling. Initially, this seemed to occur intermittently without regard to gas station or particular fuel pump. Now at 114,000 miles, this happens at every fill up.

Filed Jun 18, 2013 · Body, Fuel system · 75,000 miles · WV

Over time, the automatic shutoff on fuel pumps at gas stations began to not shut off until after a significant amount of fuel had spilled out (up to a half gallon). At first, I thought it may be the design of different pumps, so I experimented with different stations. I found that no matter what style pump or station I am at, this continues to occur. I have had to resort to estimating how much gasoline I need based on my gage prior to turning the vehicle off. Another option is to underestimate and never really have a full tank. I have found that severely slowing the pump down toward the end of what I think is the amount of gasoline I need for a full tank will usually (but not always) get the pump to shut off in time prior to overflowing. Although I have gotten better at estimating, there are still times that gasoline overflows. Aside from a fire hazard on the vehicle and on the ground at the pump, the gasoline can cause body damage over time. This has nothing to do with attempting to "top off" the tank after the pump shuts off. There is no top off room with this vehicle. I have had other vehicles that could take an extra gallon or more after the automatic shutoff, but this one does not. After looking at several forums and other online posts, I discovered that there are many other owners who have experienced this problem. I contacted chrysler, left my information with them to be processed, and was told I'd be called back. They called back and left a voicemail saying that they would not be taking any action to fix it and that I could call back if I had any questions. I called back and could not get the agent that worked on my claim to call me back.

Filed Apr 26, 2013 · Fuel system · 90,000 miles · CO

When filling the gas tank, the fuel spews out of the tank instead of the pump shutting off. This happens at all filling stations and different types of fueling nozzles. The side of the car and my shoes and pants were covered in gas. The gas station bay was also covered in gas. This is extremely dangerous. Since the fuel pump warns about "re-entering a car" or "using a cell phone" around a gas pump; how dangerous is driving with clothing covered in gas, side of the car covered in gas and how dangerous is leaving a gas puddle at the station? Chrysler apparently is replacing some tanks or putting in an "extension" valve on some cars, but mine is not under their warranty. This is not only a fire hazard, but a health issue as well!

Filed Mar 11, 2013 · Fuel system · 100,000 miles · AZ

The vehicle was being filled with fuel from a standard fuel pump equipped with an automatic shutoff sensor. When the fuel tank became full, the sensor was not triggered, resulting in fuel spraying from the fuel tank, covering the side panel of the vehicle, the ground, as well as the person fueling the vehicle. This issue has been recurring 100% of the time when the vehicle is filled using an automatic shutoff pump. Different gas stations have been used with the same results. This is obviously a safety hazard considering that the person filling the tank and the car are becoming soaked in fuel, and an environmental issue due to the amount of fuel being spilled onto the ground.