2006 Jeep Liberty: tire blowout or tread separation

Filed Sep 27, 2021 · Suspension · 179,323 miles · MD

The contact owns a 2006 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated while driving at slow speeds, the driver's side front of vehicle lowered to the ground causing a tire blowout. The ABS and TPMS warning lights were illuminated. The contact called the local dealer however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified however, no further assistance was provided. The contact stated that the failure was related to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 18V278000 (Suspension). The failure mileage was 179,323.

Filed Mar 30, 2020 · Suspension · 14,400 miles · NY

While driving heard loud noise , thought it was a tire blowout in front passenger tire. Drove about 25 feet, sounded like driving on rim. Parked and inspected car, no problem with tires. Called tow truck. Tow truck hooked car up from rear causing exposure of detachment under neath

Filed Jun 14, 2019 · Steering, Suspension · 193,000 miles · CO

Front left lower ball broke causing tire and wheel blowout and loss of steering control at 60 MPH. Was on highway on right hand curve.

Filed Oct 2, 2017 · Tires · 60,000 miles · LA

Due to a manufacturing error of a tire, I had a blowout on the interstate that ended up totaling my car. The tread completely split from the tire while driving at 70 MPH. Luckily, I was able to pull to the shoulder without any collisions or damage to myself or others. The blowout ripped off pieces of the front bumper, some siding of the car, and caused huge cosmetic damage in addition to wrecking the frame and causing some internal damage, including a leak of wiper fluid. My car was a 2006 jeep liberty (with 60,000 miles) and the tire was a goodyear wrangler st tire with dot # m671 eker. (there was no set of numbers following the eker as on most tires, just a blank space.)

Filed Mar 14, 2017 · Fuel system · WI

Gasoline will always blow out of the filler when fueling. At least 1/4 cup and sometimes a full cup of gasoline will be expelled at each refueling. Gasoline will be sprayed on hands, pants, shoes, side of car and on the ground. This problem has happened over the past year.

Filed Dec 6, 2013 · Steering, Suspension · 98,000 miles · SC

The lower and upper ball joints are deteriorating and cause inner wear on both front tires. The car had an alignment and new tires less than one year old. The accelerated inner wear and cupping resulted in a blowout. This is a safety issue. The jeep liberty has serious suspension problems. When I spoke to the jeep/chrysler cooperation, they were unwilling to assist in fixing the problem. When completing research, this seems to be a common problem with 2006 jeep liberties. Jeep fails to recognize that the VIN model of jeep has a defect in lower and upper balls joints for my model. I am very disappointed in the jeep company for the lack of attention and assistance for such a major safety issue.

Filed Jul 22, 2013 · Engine, Transmission · 75,000 miles · IL

Car will not blow out cold air but works for a moment then just hot air. Thought it needed freon but I am being told new compressor is required $700.00. I spoke to another mechanic who thought the clutch part is the real issue. The car is garage kept and well maintained. Replacing clutch first. I have seen several similar complaints online too. Windows 3 of 4 have dropped.

Filed May 13, 2012 · Tires · 89,200 miles · AL

Placed goodyear wrangler tire (dot# mk87 fowr 3305) on back of vehicle to act as spare (approx 13000 miles on tire) 2011/ placed tire on passenger side front of vehicle early april of 2012. On may 11, began to travel from montgomery, al to fairhope, al. Approx. 100 miles into trip (200 yards south of mile marker 81) incident occurred. There was tread separation from tire while driving on interstate-65. Peeling tread ripped apart/off wheel well liner, fender, running board, etc. Resulting debris almost caused a major collision between myself and a commercial 18-wheeler. Defective tires tread separation looks very similar to photos of damaged goodyear wrangler silent armor tires, the same tire line that was recalled feb, 2012. This tire is also a goodyear wrangler tire with identical failures as those recalled.

Filed Nov 11, 2009 · Visibility · 67,000 miles · TX

I was driving my 2006 jeep liberty down the freeway with windows up and doors locked. I heard a loud "pop" from behind. Then, the left rear passenger window began to slide down. This was a windy, rainy day. The distractions created by the "pop", the rain blowing in the open window, and the potential for items inside the vehicle to blow out created a series of safety concerns. I have since discovered that the window regulator problem is rampant with this particular model of vehicle and that others have had similar problems while driving down the road.