The window regulators continuously break. The windows creep down and cannot be rolled back up. Often, the windows fall down into the door causing a potential safety hazard for children or pets that could fall out of a moving vehicle. There is also a considerable theft and safety opportunity as the window regulators break without notice, allowing someone to reach into the vehicle. The left rear window regulator in my vehicle has broken four times now (it happens approximately every nine months), and the right rear window has broken once. I have been told by the service repair technicians to expect the problem to continue to occur, as the plastic part that is being replaced has not been changed in design. This last time that the left rear window regulator broke, a thick metal cable lodged itself into the latch in the door. The rear left door could not be opened. This is an obvious safety hazard in the even of an accident as an emergency crew would not be able to get the door open, nor could a passenger get out if need be.
2005 Jeep Liberty visibility complaints
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Driver's side power window mechanism broke - the window fell into the bottom of door panel. This happened last year on my left side passenger door window and is a known problem to jeep. However, instead of recalling this and fixing it, I had to pay $520 for a repair to the dealer. This is dangerous, because it happens at any time without warning, and there is no way to put the window up once it falls down into the door. I was fortunate that I was not far from home or on a trip when this happened, or it could have been extremely dangerous. There are thousand of people owning jeep liberties with this problem.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 jeep liberty. The power windows would fail intermittently. The rear and front passenger's side windows were off track and falling into the door panel. Also, the front and rear driver's side door handle had broken off completely. The vehicle was taken to her local dealer where the window regulator and the door handles and panel were repaired under extended warranty. On a later date, the front driver's side window would operate intermittently and was slow to return to the closed position. Also, both the rear driver and passenger's side windows were dropping back into the door panel. The vehicle was taken to a local service shop where they advised the window regulator was faulty in design and referred her to her local dealer. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where she was awaiting repairs. There were no recalls on the vehicle. The failure mileage was under 36,000 and the current just under 59,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 jeep liberty. The contact stated that she has been having issues with her windows rolling up and down. Her door handles have been falling off as well. The contact stated they had taken the vehicle into the dealer for the problems to be repaired but nothing had been repaired.the contact stated her grandchildren have to ride in this vehicle and she does not feel as if it is safe. The general manager had not yet looked at the vehicle but is stating that they will not repair the door handles because the contact has abused the door handles. The failure mileage 40,000 and the current mileage was 59,000. The VIN was not available.
Component: visibility:power window devices and controls details: the left rear window regulator failed on my 2005 jeep liberty. It could not be rolled up or down. Safety hazard as well as a theft issue. Never have back seat passengers and this window has not been used more then 5 times. Vehicle mileage less than 45,000.
The right rear window regulator failed on my 2005 jeep liberty. It cannot be rolled up or down. It will not stay rolled up and is a safety hazard as well as a theft issue.
Rear window regulator failure at 52,000 miles dead bolting door.
I'm aware that this is a common defect, but perhaps there's strength in numbers. I've had no problems with my jeep up until a few weeks ago, it had been parked for about a month when one day I noticed that the rear drivers side window was down about 3-4". I turned on the vehicle to discover that the regulator appeared to have gone out. This is especially odd considering the window's been used maybe 3 times since the vehicle was new. Now, since I refuse to pay $300 to fix something that the manufacturer has admitted to being defective (I.e. Their fault), I'm stuck dealing with a visual impairment and security issue that could lead to ether an accident or the theft of the vehicle itself. When driving, as I often do in my vehicle, especially on the interstate, I need to be able to look over my shoulder and quickly determine at times whether or not it is safe for me to move over. The fact that the window falls at the slightest bump, not all the way down, but just enough so that the top of the glass presents a visual impairment that causes me to have to unnecessarily maneuver to try and see. There is also the matter of occupant exposure to the elements and the fact that since the window will fall for no apparent reason any time, day or night, in use or not, this presents a wonderful target for would-be thieves and burglars.
2005 jeep liberty rear door window slid down into the door on the highway, causing driver to get off the gas and divert his attention to the rear window. This is a "known issue with the jeep liberty" as stated by the dealer, but they will not make a permanent fix. Is it going to take a family pet or child to get injured or killed before something is done. This is the 2nd time the rear door window has dropped into the door.
Rear door window regulator malfunctions (jan 19, 2009 and aug. 11, 2009) causing vehicle exposure to climate elements and high theft rates when power windows are jammed in open positions.
2005 jeep liberty with only 43,000 miles-driving on the interstate at speed limit when rear window started sliding down. Attempts to raise window caused a loud grinding noise. Once I reached my destination, I was unable to leave my vehicle since I cannot secure the window or the contents. I've contacted the dealership who have informed me that repairs will be in excess of $200.00 and that this happens quite often with this particular model. In 40 years of driving, I have never had this happen. I've been a loyal jeep owner for more than 15 years but this is the last one I will buy!
I have a 2005 jeep liberty renegade. My car has less than 25,000 miles on it, but three of the windows have had to be replaced because they fell down into the window well. The driver window is the only one that has not been replaced. Each window has cost me $400 to replace!!
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 jeep liberty. While driving 25 MPH, the front passenger side window suddenly dropped into the door. The same failure occurred three weeks later with the rear driver's side window. The dealer stated that the windows needed to be replaced, but the contact cannot afford the repairs. She has not taken the vehicle back to the dealer and believes that a recall should be issued. The windows have not been repaired. The failure mileage was less than 70,000 and current mileage was 94,000.
2005 jeep liberty rear passenger side auto window failed @ 55k. Window drops 3 inches and will not go up or down. Dealer says not covered.
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 jeep liberty. While driving 30 MPH, the contact discovered that the rear driver's side window would not roll down. He was also unable to unlock the door. The dealer stated that the failure was a common defect in the jeep liberty, and the window failure caused the door lock to fail. The dealer charged $360 for the repair. In december of 2007, the rear driver's side window failed again. In march of 2008, the rear passenger side window failed. A report was filed with the manufacturer and they recommended that the vehicle be returned to the dealer for a diagnosis. Instead, the contact took the vehicle to a garage and the mechanic stated that the motor was defective. The failure mileage was 37,000 and current mileage was 59,398. Updated 03-06-09 *bf the dealer replaced the regulator. Updated 03/10/09.
I was rolling down the left rear window (electric) when it made a terrible noise. After that, it wouldn't go up or down. The window hasn't been activated 5 times since I bought the jeep in 2005. It was taken to the dealer and I was told that I need a new window register. Cost $145.00 and $50.00 labor. Bottom line, 2005 jeep liberty, 38000 miles, 3 years old and windows failing.
My back drivers side window keeps sliding down. I was told it was the regulator. This is no longer covered under the warranty.
I purchased a 2005 jeep liberty in july 2005, only 10 miles. I was excited as this was my first new vehicle. I heard good things about jeep however, over past two years I am very disappointed in jeep. I have had two recalls on my jeep. One replace the ball joints and the other for a transmission/gear slip. Two months after I bought it, motor on the driver?s side rear window went motor was making noise and window just rolled down. On the freeway the window just came all the way down by itself. I brought the jeep in and reps told me the regulator/motor was bad. I noticed that other customers had same problem. Little over two years later, other window on the rear passenger side went. My window broke thursday night, 4/10/08. I was leaving work late and where I work isn't best part of town. I came up to my jeep and noticed the window was all the way down! This is definitely safety issue. Called the dealership the next day at moore chrysler jeep peoria az 85382 told them what happened. I asked the rep if they would need to order the part before I come in. She stated and I quote, ?no, we don?t need to order the part as this is a common jeep problem. We have plenty in stock.? This is obviously a manufacturer defect I was furious at this point since this is the second time I have had to go and get this fixed. This is not a wear and tear type of problem. This is a manufacturer defect and they know it is faulty product. This is common knowledge at dealerships and they know that! I can?t see how jeep could knowingly put these vehicles up for sale like this! This is definitely a safety hazard. What if I had been parked at the mall? There is no defense, the window just rolls down by itself, with the engine turned off! As you can see I am very upset by this. This faulty motor needs to be recalled in all jeeps! I hope that no one gets hurt by this faulty motor as a child could easily go out the window! Or they could get in and hide and rape or kill someone!
The driver side rear window slides down without use of the window control - it will then not go up. During driving this condition causes wind to enter the vehicle making for a dangerous situation.
Failure of power window cable caused rear door to be "deadbolted" closed without the ability to open when the cable snaked its way into the door catch system. When adding this information to a forum it was brought up by other members that this has happened to them as well. This "deadbolting" of the doors is a major safety issue.
The vehicle windshield started to crack from the bottom of the windshield upward within 1,000 miles. Windshield cracks start below the wipers and run upwards. Informed that windshield may not have been glued properly and that windshield may have slid down during installation before glue was dry, resulting in windshield touching the chassis thereby causing cracks.
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