Subject: Inquiry Regarding Ball Joint and Control Arm Issues on My 2007 Jeep Liberty Dear support tech, I am writing to express my concerns regarding recurring issues with my 2007 Jeep Liberty, specifically with the driver-side ball joint and control arm. In 2019, I had the driver-side ball joint replaced at Firestone. However, on [XXX], I experienced a serious issue when the wheel became stuck while reversing out of a parking space. Fortunately, it occurred at low speed, and the vehicle was towed through my insurance. A family member was able to fix it temporarily. More recently, on February 25, 2025, I had new wheels installed at Firestone, where I was informed that there is an issue with both the front control arm and the left and right ball joints. Given that I don’t drive at high speeds and use the vehicle less frequently now, this seems unusual and concerning. I’ve seen reports about similar issues with same model and year (Reddit, jeep forums). Could this be a recurring problem specific to the Liberty model as I have seen there’s a recall for 2002-2006? I genuinely love my vehicle, but I’m growing frustrated with the ongoing repairs and costs. I would appreciate your insight into whether this is a known issue and what steps I can take to resolve it permanently. Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to your response. Sincerely, [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
2007 Jeep Liberty: ball joint or control arm failure
65 of the 703 complaints about the 2007 Jeep Liberty describe ball joint or control arm failure.
- owner complaints
- 65
- of this car's complaints
- 9%
- typical mileage
- 110,018
- recalls
- 2
Ball joint or control arm failure by model year
What owners say
As of this morning, I’ve had both ball joints on the front suspension snap, making the vehicle undrivable.
Ball joint & control arm failure, twice within 3 years
Ball joint & control arm suspension failure twice in 3 years
The contact owns a 2007 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact heard an abnormal sound coming from the rear upper control arm. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with corrosion on both sides and the rear control arms. The contact was informed that the rear control arms needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that the failure had been persistent, and failure had occurred three times. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 125,000.
The contact owns a 2007 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH and making a turn, the passenger's side of the vehicle inadvertently lowered onto the wheels. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the passenger's side ball joint had fractured due to corrosion. The vehicle was repaired. An unknown dealer was notified of the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but not assistance because the vehicle was not covered under Warranty. The failure mileage was approximately 153,000.
The contact owns a 2007 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the front passenger’s side tire inadvertently detached. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was inspected by a friend who is an independent mechanic and determined that the upper and lower ball joints failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 164,000.
Pulled into a parking lot. Heard a loud crunch and then the front of my vehicle dipped down. I put my vehicle in Park. Got out and realized that my tire was separated from my vehicle. The ball joint had completely separated.
My front lower Control Arm was replaced for corrosian in June 2019, broke in August 2020, and is being replaced again due to corrosion April 2022! This car is a danger to my family as well as other on the road!
The front control arms broke 2 times within the last 2 years from corrosion! No warning lights
The contact owns a 2007 Jeep Liberty. The contact noticed that the front control arm and front subframe were rusted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and it was confirmed that the full front suspension needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact mentioned that after leaving the dealer, the front control arm fractured. The vehicle was towed back to the contact’s residence. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.
Upper lower control arm on front end passenger side broke and vibration and driver side locked up and broke wheel hub
Related recalls
Suspension: rear
- What is wrong
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2004-2007 Jeep Liberty vehicles. The rear suspension lower control arms can fracture due to excessive corrosion, causing a loss of vehicle control.
- Risk
- A fractured control arm can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear lower control arms, free of charge. The recall began June 26, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U38. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 12V‑085. Vehicles included in that campaign are not included in this recall.
Recall number 18V278000 · Recall details
Suspension: rear
- What is wrong
- In june 2012, chrysler expanded this recall to include model year 2006 and 2007 jeep liberty vehicles, representing an additional 137,176 vehicles. This recall now concerns certain my 2004-2007 jeep liberty vehicles. The total number vehicles being recalled is now 346,900. These vehicles were manufactured from july 3, 2003 through june 29, 2007. The recall addresses those vehicles originally sold, or currently registered in, connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin, and the district of columbia. Some vehicles may be equipped with rear lower control arms that can experience a rear suspension lower control arm fracture due to excessive corrosion due to application of road salts during winter weather conditions.
- Risk
- A fracture of the rear lower control arm may result in a loss of vehicle control and may lead to a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear lower control arms on all affected vehicles originally sold in, or currently registered in, connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin, and the district of columbia, free of charge. The safety recall began on march 26, 2012. Owners may contact chrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.
Recall number 12V085000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2007 Jeep Liberty ball joint
Is ball joint or control arm failure a common problem on the 2007 Jeep Liberty?
65 of 703 owner complaints about the 2007 Jeep Liberty (9%) mention ball joint or control arm failure. The model year with the most reports is 2002.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2007 Jeep Liberty?
There are 2 recalls and 0 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2007 Jeep Liberty
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