2006 Jeep Liberty: engine stalls while driving

Filed Dec 3, 2021 · Body, Electrical · OH

Hello, my name is Jamie Woodley. I'm filing this complaint on my 2006 Jeep Liberty Sport. Currently, there's a recall for the Suspension Rear lower control arms. I've read the previous recalls on it, which I saw this vehicle has been reprogrammed before. I've only had the vehicle for a few months and I've had an oil leak, bad thermostat, and the transmission is busted. I can't reverse or drive over 10 mph. I heard the transmission may be in Fail Safe mode. I had Midas do a full inspection, but they failed to acknowledge the lower control arms by suggesting brakes. I knew it wasn't the brakes. The technician drove the vehicle after the brakes were done, but I still heard/felt a problem with the Suspension. There is a recall for that from 2018. I purchased the vehicle last year in March 2020. Also, the rear lift gate was dented when I bought it like the vehicle may have been in an accident. This was a vehicle I purchased for my 2 kids and I. This vehicle has been giving me problems since I bought it. The back driver's side window won't go all the way up. I have to keep a stick in between just to keep the window from falling all the way in the door. Definitely not a safe vehicle. My Engine stalled out on the free way while I was on my way to pick up my kids. After my oil change, no oil light came on. I am seeking help with any buy back programs or a valued trade in appraisal. I have a quote from Conrad's on how much it's going to cost to fix it and the price is over $3,000. I have extended warranty, but am unsure if it will cover any service requests. That is pretty outrageous that it's going to cost that much to fix it. I've been at Take 5 to keep up on the maintenance and was told I had an oil leak somewhere. On top of the brakes, I've spent money on 4 new tires, 6 ignition coils, an O2 Sensor, and I bought a New PCM/ECU computer I have yet to have installed. Feel free to contact me at the information I've provided. I'd be truly grateful for any assistance. Thanks!

Filed Jul 16, 2019 · Electrical · 130,000 miles · IN

I was on the highway came to a stop at a traffic light the jeep stalled and would not restart (no crank, no start). The traffic light was on a incline of a hill, the jeep was too heavy for one person to push up, and rolling backwards into oncoming 60+MPH traffic was not a option. A group of good citizens helped push the jeep to safety. Battery was fully charged, but security light was on, preventing a restart. In addition when the key is turn to the start position the check engine light does not light up as normal. Plus ECM is not connecting to the scan tool. Scan tool displays connection error. The ECM failed. Before the failure the jeep ran perfect.

Filed Feb 26, 2019 · Body, Fuel system · 150,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep liberty. While at a stop sign and making a right turn, the vehicle made a loud grinding noise and stalled. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The contact moved the shifter into park and noticed that the ball joint and an unknown tire became detached without an impact occurring. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was included in the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 13v252000 (fuel system, gasoline, structure) and 18v278000 (suspension). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.

Filed Jan 28, 2019 · Driver assistance · 105,000 miles · TX

While driving my 2006 jeep liberty, for no apparent reason, the esp, ABS, and brake lights all sarted flashing at once. Since then, my vehicle would constantly lose power and stall out when attempting to accelerate. Diagnostic check indicated a defective speed sensor. It was replaced, and the issue corrected itself somewhat for a couple of months. However...the same exact issue returned. It progressively became so bad I had to remove the ABS fuses in order to even drive the vehicle, thus creating an equally dangrous situation. My jeep is out of warranty, of course, and I've read tons of complaints of the exact same problem with this vehicle, so I am basically (dangerously) waiting for a recall to occur.

Filed Jun 9, 2018 · Engine · 227,813 miles · LA

6/9/2018 around 11:30 am engine - starts and stalls without warning. Was driving and slowed down to merge with traffic to enter the highway and engine shut down no warning. It started back up; however, the car behind me almost ran into the back of me - car behind me started blowing the horn continuously; although, flasher was turned on immediately. It occurred 3 more times within an hour - 2 times when attempting to park the vehicle and one time when on the highway and had to slow down as traffic came to a near halt. Very scary situation. About 5-6 months ago this occur about 5-6 times in heavy afternoon traffic due to an accident. Thought it was the gas; now I see it is occurring again. Has to be a bigger or more serious problem. Others are experiencing the same problem just look online. Can not afford to allow car to idle too long. Same vehicle where ABS, esp/bas, traction/anti-skid lights remain on even after installing a new clockspring and all four ABS sensors. Do not have any pictures to upload.

Filed Apr 10, 2018 · Engine · 180,000 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep liberty. While driving various speeds, the vehicle misfired, suddenly lost power, decelerated, and the check engine indicator illuminated. Also, while driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle suddenly stalled. The vehicle was towed to klaben chrysler jeep dodge ram (1106 west main st, kent, oh) where it was diagnosed that the engine was damaged and needed to be replaced. The contact was informed that the engine lifter came out of the engine. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The failure mileage was 180,000.

Filed Dec 15, 2017 · Steering, Transmission · 14,736 miles · MD

The clutch ignition, power switch of my truck keeps stalls. The vehicle don't start, when the clutch pedal is pushed down. Also the engine crank and start without the clutch pedal being pushed down causing the vehicle to unexpectedly lurch. I was notified by a dealer after inspection that said problem is a manufacturer problem, that was on recall. However said my vehicle VIN# could not be located with the recall. I called the manufacturer on 1‑800‑992‑1997, and was told I have to pay for the repairs. I will highly appreciate your immediate intervention.

Filed Aug 1, 2016 · Engine, Steering · 88,500 miles · NM

On two different occasions while driving on the highway at 60 MPH to 70 MPH, the engine of the vehicle shut down completely, without warning, with the loss of all steering or control over the vehicle. On two other occasions, the engine shut down completely, without warning, with the loss of any steering or control over the vehicle, after exiting the highway and entering city traffic. That is a total of four engine shut downs or stalls while driving the vehicle. The dealer can find nothing wrong with the vehicle. We just bought the vehicle, and this is nerve-wrecking and dangerous to say the least. The engine shuts down after driving long distances, and has happened from driving distances of approximately 90 miles to 160 miles. If you wait approximately one hour, the vehicle will then start up again and run. But it will stall again with complete loss of power. Others on the internet have also experience this problem with jeep 3.7 and 4.7 powertech jeep motors. Our jeep is a 3.7 motor. This appears to be the same problem as jeep experienced with jeep commander and jeep grand cherokee models, which were recalled. This situation can obviously be life threatening. Chrysler jeep should not be allowed to put life treating vehicles on the market and these jeeps must be recalled. We ask for your help in this matter before someone is seriously injured.

Filed Mar 7, 2016 · Engine · 96,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep liberty. While driving 60 MPH, the air conditioning blew hot air and steam emerged from the engine. The vehicle stalled. The vehicle was maneuvered to the side of the road and towed to an independent mechanic. The failure recurred five times. The air compressor had to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 96,000.

Filed Sep 22, 2015 · Electrical · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep liberty. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v438000 (electrical system); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled numerous times while driving. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Jun 11, 2015 · Fuel system · 63,178 miles · SD

I was driving down the street when the diesel jeep stalled. Luckily I was able to get to the side of the street. I checked and there was air in the diesel fuel line. When I used the pump to prime it fuel started leaking around the heating element electrical fitting. When I pulled the fitting you could see charring around the end. The vehicle now gets air in the lines and stalls all the time. I have pulled the electrical connection because I am afraid of fire.

Filed Oct 18, 2014 · Engine · 6,500 miles · TX

Engine stalls, sputters, not drivable, no check engine light, dealer had no clue what was wrong. This condition continued on several other occasions and vehicle had to be towed to dealership.