2006 Jeep Liberty: doors won't lock, open or latch

Filed Oct 3, 2019 · Electrical · NY

August 2018 the electrical went out. Radio/stereo, automatic door lockers. Paid to get this fixed. August 2019. Exact same problem. The dealer fixed it. It happened again 3 days later. Then they kept car from 9/4-9/20 and could not fix it. I still have no electrical in steroe or door mechanisms.

Filed Aug 4, 2014 · Electrical · 97,000 miles · TN

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep liberty. The contact stated that the vehicle would not start when the key was inserted into the ignition and turned to the "on" position. The lights on the dashboard would illuminate, however the vehicle would not start. The contact also stated that the doors would not lock properly due to the failure. The failure recurred on multiple occasions. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and a dealer for diagnostic testing and both stated that the key was not communicating with the module in the ignition or vise versa. The mechanic stated that the vehicle needed a new key or the ignition module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 97,000. The VIN was not available.

Filed Apr 6, 2014 · Body, Electrical · OH

My original intent was to file a complaint about a gas overflow issue, but after seeing all the other liberty complaints, I have included other issues I have: 1. For at least two years, when pumping gas, the gas has continued to flow even after the automatic flow has shut off. I now stand at the pump and when I think it is getting full, I start pumping by hand to avoid the overflow. After checking on the internet, this is an issue other liberty owners experience. I did receive the initial recall notice for 13v‑252, but nothing since to say the part is in. Since the gas overflow is experienced by many owners, is this part of the recall? 2. Check engine light is always on. It has been re-set many times; is ok for a day or two and then re-appears. Per owner's manual, this is not an issue unless the light is flashing, which it is not, but why does this continue to occur? 3. Both back electric windows have fallen down without warning. Both are now secured in place with tape, as it would be too expensive to repair. 4. The back left door will not open from the inside.

Filed Oct 21, 2013 · Locks, Visibility · 30,200 miles · ME

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep liberty 4x4. The contact stated that while the vehicle was stationary, the rear passenger's side window independently and partially opened, preventing the interior and exterior door locks to unlatch when accessed with the key fob or manually. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 30,200.

Filed Jun 6, 2013 · Body, Visibility · 90,000 miles · OH

We were driving down the road and we went to roll down the rear window and it fell into the door and wouldn't go up or down. When we stopped to attempt to fix the window the door will not open at all.

Filed Mar 6, 2012 · Brakes, Electrical · 20,000 miles · CO

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep liberty 4x4. The contact stated that vehicle would surge forward when shifting into any gear and the vehicle would also loose power abnormally. The egr (exhaust gas recirculation) valve melted, causing a burning smell to release into the vehicle. In addition, the gear shifter would shift out of park independently, causing the vehicle to roll away. The contact also stated that the rear passenger side door handle became defective, making it impossible to open the vehicle door from the interior of the vehicle and the ABS, esp and traction control lights were illuminated on the instrument panel. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer were notified of the failures. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was 20,000 and the current mileage was 101,000. ....updated 06/18/12 *bf the consumer also stated there was a problem with the control arm on the vehicle and because of the widespread problem a recall as issued. The consumer was then informed the recall was old, and her VIN was not included. The vehicle would loose power suddenly after driving forward, the windows would make a dragging noise, even though the dealer replace, the wheel speed sensor was replaced, the interior door handle on the passenger side was inoperative. The check engine light illuminated several times. Updated 06/22/12 updated 6/25/12 *cn updated 06/29/12

Filed Oct 20, 2011 · Visibility · 8,508 miles · CA

This problem with the window regulators has been an ongoing problem since we bought this car new. The dates of repair are as follow from newest to oldest, 10/10/11,10/22/10,9/30/10,8/10/09,3/13/08,12/11/07,4/10/07,4/5/07,3/16/07,1/24/07,11/07/06,11/03/06. We have taken this car to the dealer this many times for the same problem. We have never paid a penny for the repairs. The manufacturer is now asking us to pay 100$ saying is a warranty issue. The problem is that they know they have a defective part but cannot fix it. They have recalled on some models of this car. Ours is not included in this recall. This trip for us to take this car in for the initial check is 230 miles then we have to wait for the authorization of repairs to take it back is another 230 miles. It is not reasonable for us to pay for the manufacturers faulty parts. We are out of pocket 12 times for the time and gas to go over there. This window regulator is defective and when it snaps the window rod breaks jams the door locking mechanism the door then will not stay closed or it will not open. We are also filing claims with the consumer affairs and national transportation safety board.

Filed Aug 24, 2011 · Locks, Visibility · 32,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep liberty. The contact stated that the rear driver side door would not open from the inside or outside of the vehicle. The electronic key fob was used but would not allow the doors to be opened. In addition, the rear driver side window fell down into the door panel and could not be closed. The vehicle was not inspected or repaired. The contact spoke with the manufacturer and was advised that the regulator in the door had failed. The failure and current mileages were 32,000. Updated 09/21/11*lj the consumer stated the door lock would not work from the inside. Updated 11/02/11

Filed Jun 24, 2011 · Visibility · 76,000 miles · KY

Driver side power window stuck midway and I could not open the door, the regulator cable hung up with door latch, had to replace the regulator assembly. Glad I did not have to make an emergency exit.

Filed Sep 12, 2010 · Visibility · 42,000 miles · WA

Left rear drivers side window fell. Will not go up. Door will not open or close properly. The other windows are starting to go out. I can tell now, by the sound. The rear window has been used 3 times. I have only had the jeep for 18 months. The replacement part seems to fail right after it is put in. At $550.00 per window at my dealer I can not get them fixed. But now my kids can not ride in the backseat because I am afraid the window will fall.

Filed Jun 22, 2010 · Electrical · 20,000 miles · AZ

2006 jeep liberty rear door won't open and glass slide down.

Filed Apr 1, 2010 · Locks, Visibility · 50,002 miles · TX

Window regulators break with normal use. This has created a financial stress and safety issue. My doors will not open. I was informed by a dealership that door opening mechanism gets interfered with when the regulator breaks. They were able to get the windows to stay up, as I cannot afford the replacement. But both rear doors will not open from the inside, and the windows will not function.