2006 Jeep Liberty: fuel pump failure

Filed Jul 13, 2014 · Fuel system · 2,000 miles · MD

Whenever I fill up the gas tank with gas the filler tube over flows with gas and does not allow the fuel pump to cut off automatically. This has happened since the vehicle was new. Gas gushes out of the filler tube and down the side of the vehicle and creates a large pool of gasoline on the ground. This action can be easily repeated. One must stop the fuel pump before the tank is full and not allow the pump to cut off automatically.

Filed Jun 14, 2014 · Fuel system · 65,000 miles · FL

For the last 2 years the gas tank belches fuel every time if the tank is filled up. I never top off the tank but by the time the automatic release on the fuel pump shuts off about 1/2 second later several ounces of fuel pour out of the gas tank and down the side of the jeep and onto the ground. It seems like a major safety issue and there are hundreds of complaints online. Is there a recall or investigation for this problem?

Filed Feb 5, 2014 · Fuel system · 30,000 miles · CO · 1 injury

This incident started in 2008 and at the time thought it was a failure of the gas pump at the gas station but now the problem is more common and happens weekly, recently splashing gasoline into my eyes which required fluid eye rinse and medical attention. Every time I fill up the tank on my 2006 jeep liberty, the gas begins to overflow and splashes back, out of the fuel inlet opening. This in turn sprays fuel out at a force, and then onto the ground. Recently this happened and sprayed fuel into my eyes, on onto my clothes. Not only is this a safety issue, but also a major fire hazard. It is my understanding after talking with the dealer that this is a known problem with jeep liberty's in that the fuel tank's inlet check valve is faulty which in turn fails to automatically shut off the gas station fuel pump in time. This is my formal complaint that I was injured due to a known, faulty part/component of the jeep liberty.

Filed Aug 9, 2013 · Fuel system · WI

Every time I fuel up, the fuel pump does not stop and overflows. I have to guess when it's full and stop the fuel pump manually.

Filed Aug 10, 2012 · Fuel system, Visibility · 72,000 miles · WY

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep liberty. The contact stated that the vehicle would not start and there was an abnormal fuel smell. The vehicle was towed to an auto shop for diagnostics. The technician stated that the fuel pump would have to be replaced. After the fuel pump was replaced, the check engine warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact stated the front driver side window and the rear driver and passenger side window would not open. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 72,000.

Filed Mar 29, 2012 · Fuel system · 75,000 miles · WI

My 2006 jeep liberty has a defective gas tank. When filling the tank completely full, the fuel pump nozzle will shut off only to have gasoline come pouring out of the tank onto me, my clothes, the outside of the vehicle, and all over the ground. After investigating the problem, it turns out I'm not the only one with this problem. Jeep should be held responsible for installing gas tanks that are deemed to fail. The cost of this gas tank alone, quoted by the dealership is $1400.00, and the filler line is an additional $300.00. This is ridiculous. Engine problems are one thing, parts due wear over time and this is understandable. But to have a gas tank that is potentially dangerous by spewing gasoline at consumers and being an environmental hazard is not acceptable. And chrysler/dodge/jeep not taking responsibility for their faulty manufacturing is not acceptable. And lets not forget that the government spent millions of dollars to bale them out, which turns out to be taxpayers money, our money, and they won't stand by their products. Shame on you!! Looks like I'll be purchasing a toyota fj cruiser instead of an american made classic in the future. Thanks for nothing jeep

Filed Mar 13, 2012 · Electrical, Fuel system · ME

Last year around aug 2011 my key stuck in the key slot couldn't even get it out had after a while figured out if u push the brake all the way in then put in park then sometimes the key would come out started workin after about 2 to 3months later then on feb 27 12 it started 2 stick again then it wouldn't start we called chrysler. They told us 2 have it hauled 2 some where 2 have it checked its at lee auto in aurbon maine they we are now paying 200$ and they have not figured out what it is -chrysler, gave us a case num [xxx] and they told my husband if it is a faulty part they might help pay for it. Its has only 72000 2 74000 miles on it we had 2 put a new fuel pump in it already in 2011-I think we got the lemon right now I have 2 really on some one 2 give me a ride 2 work oya we all so went through a set of tire 1 year after alignment. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed May 31, 2011 · Fuel system · 15,000 miles · CO

2006 jeep liberty fuel overflow hazard. When refueling our 2006 jeep liberty, fuel overflows after fuel pump automatic shutoff is triggered. This overflow now occurs every time vehicle is refueled. No one is attempting to "top off" the fuel tank. The overflow causes a quantity of fuel, that I estimate at two to four cups, to spill on the side of the vehicle and onto the ground. This fuel overflow flaw creates an extreme fire hazard and environmental contamination risk. This flaw occurs in the wrangler model of chrysler jeep products also, where a recall has been issued. The same flaw is occurring in many thousands of jeep liberty's as is evident by the huge volume of owner statements posted on many websites. Go chrysler jeep in englewood, co quoted a repair cost of $2031.00 to fix the problem. When the overflow flaw first occurred in my jeep liberty, it was an occasional problem that was impossible to predict and without a recall notice, consumers are unaware of this hazard. This flaw creates a safety hazard for the person refueling the vehicle and anyone nearby. The fuel spilled has caused property damage in the form of ruined clothing and shoes, and possibly damage to the vehicle as fuel runs down the side into crevices around the rear wheel and axle. This spilled fuel could reach the hot exhaust pipe and explode. Why would the manufacturer cover this flaw under warranty for one make and model, the jeep wrangler, and not cover the identical problem for another make and model, the jeep liberty? It's the same problem created by the same manufacturer.

Filed Nov 29, 2010 · Fuel system · 88,000 miles · NC

I have a 2006 jeep liberty limited with approximately 88,000 miles on it. Recently I started to experience a problem where the fuel pump nozzle does not shut itself off automatically when my fuel tank is full. The first time it happened I thought this was an issue with the fuel pump at the station, but it has happened at multiple stations and every time I pump fuel. I've just been trying to pay close attention and stop the fuel flow before my tank gets full. This overflowing fuel is going to damage the paint on my vehicle and is a fire hazard at the gas station, not to mention the fact that the fuel has spewed onto my shoes and clothing on more than one occasion. The problem seems to be progressing now, as yesterday when I went to get fuel, the nozzle spewed immediately upon beginning to pump (and the tank was nearly empty as my fuel level indicator had just gone off). The only way I could get fuel into my tank was to manually control the flow with the nozzle so that it went into the tank very slowly. I have contacted my jeep dealership and have a service appointment later this week. I've read about a lot of others with this issue, and it sounds like they will need to replace my fuel tank.

Filed Jan 20, 2010 · Fuel system · 75,000 miles · NY

Tl*the contact owns a used 2006 jeep liberty which was purchased in 2008. He stated that when adding gasoline, the fuel pump would not shut-off and the gasoline fuel would overflow from tank. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the "flapper" had failed. There were no repairs made to the vehicle. There were also no recall campaigns for the failure. The failure and current mileages were 75,000. 06/28/10

Filed Jan 28, 2009 · Fuel system · PA

2006 jeep liberty - gas tank fueling issue. When filling the vehicle with gasoline at the service station the fuel pump will not shut-off and gasoline overflows from tank. Multiple gas stations tried, problem exists at all fuel pumps. Potential personal injury or fire hazard with gasoline overflowing from tank. Jeep chyrsler dealership cannot resolve the problem after 5 visits to dealership. Dealership acknowledges problem and has had jeep chyrsler engineering has been involved with no resolution to the problem. Potential personal injury or fire hazard with gas overflowing from tank. First reported to jeep chyrsler in dec 2008 and problem still exists. Dealer has replaced gas tank 3 times and new gas tanks do not fill properly. Jeep chrysler indicates that design change has occurred on replacement tanks not compatible with 2006 vehicle. Faulty gasoline tank currently installed on vehicle.

Filed Jul 10, 2006 · Brakes, Electrical · 3,977 miles · NH · crash

Dt*: the contact stated the brakes failed five times at low speeds. There was an accident causing minor damage to another vehicle. The dealer could not duplicate the problem. Also, the check engine light illuminated. The dealer replaced the heater control head however that did not fix the problem. The fuel pump also runs constantly and the manufacturer has been alerted.