2008 Jeep Liberty: water leaks into the cabin

Filed Sep 6, 2020 · 150,000 miles · AZ

I have a 2008 jeep liberty with a skyslider that recently broke. No one can repair or find parts to repair this. At high speeds the top can lift off of the vehicle and flap in the wind. It leaks water because it no longer seals. It poses a danger to myself and others when it catches wind becomes loose and lifts off of the jeep. Its a distractions because it doesnt work correctly and period flappings cause me to look away from the road. I am currently use using pieces of metal to just keep in closed. The online community is asking for a recall and thinks this poses a danger to other drivers.

Filed Jun 12, 2020 · Body · 130,000 miles · CO

Sky slider is broke and nobody has the parts to fix it. It leaks water and doesn't close all the way so the noise is awful. Only fix it to screw it shut or replace with hard roof. We need replacement parts asap.

Filed Jul 10, 2019 · Electrical, Visibility · 46,000 miles · KY

Takata recall sunroof has leaked since I owned it in '10 cleaned drains n it hasn't helped...my windows fog up due to moisture in car n can't keep them clear! Heater has tore up from water leakage....water in wiring has messed my computer system up....took it to mechanic n they fave me 3pgs of codes it was showing...n refused to work on it! Concerned about mold mildew in vehicle from moisture! Heat shield fail off 6 yrs ago while driving down 4lane! My 4wheel drive has gone out....I have several lites on my dash check engine ABS 4wheel drive...traction control....I can't rem. The others and my tire sensor went out rite after I bought it that let's u know u r air is low! My big concern is the water....I've gotten in my jeep after a storm n there b 3in of water in my floor board! I'm concerned my cabin is goin to collapse!and the black mold with cause me harm! I spent all my saved money n paid cash for my jeep when I bought it and can't afford another vehichle....I used my divorce settlement money to provide me what I thought was a reliable vehicle and I've got screwed! I can't afford another one! When driving the water will suddenly fall from cabin on u and drowned u scaring u shocking u.....this has nearly caused me to wreck! Cuz u don't expect it to happen! Wipers come on without turning them on....there's so much I can't think of it all

Filed Nov 6, 2018 · Body, Visibility · 50,000 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 jeep liberty. While operating the vehicle, the sun roof was unsecured and a rattling noise was present. While driving in the rain, water leaked into the cabin of the vehicle from the unsecured sun roof. The failure was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The local dealer was not notified. The failure mileage was 50,000. *tt

Filed Aug 30, 2018 · Body, Driver assistance · 36,000 miles · CA

The skyslider roof on my 2008 jeep liberty is broken and has been for years. I had it fixed while under warranty, but it broke several months later after my warranty expired. Now I have been quoted $4000.00 to repair it again. It came off the tracks while driving and started flapping in the air. Water leaks in the car even when the roof worked. The roof comes off the tracks and then breaks the cable that runs it. You can be stationary or moving. The second issue is the wheel speed sensors go out frequently, and disables your 4 wheel drive. So, if a sensor goes out while you are off roading, you are stuck..... Thats really not cool if you are in a secluded place with no one around to help and zero cell service. Just some really dumb engineering, and totally unsafe.

Filed Jun 7, 2016 · Visibility · 75,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 jeep liberty. Each time it rained, the sun roof would leak water into the vehicle. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was repaired three times for the same failure; however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 75,000.

Filed Jan 12, 2016 · Electrical, Visibility · WA

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 jeep liberty. The contact stated that the adhesive would not hold the rear window in place and water leaked through the window. In addition, the odometer displayed an error message. The vehicle was taken to a dealer to be repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Aug 24, 2015 · Electrical, Visibility · 15,000 miles · NC

Almost 8 months after purchasing my vehicle the sunroof and back windshield started leaking water when ever it rained.I took the vehicle into the dealership and paid to have it repaired however it leaked again plus now the water has stained the material. Plus the electric has shorted out and this was repaired. A third time of the water leaking and replacing the seals has not helped. When the weather is bad we can not drive the car due to water leaking on to passengers plus afraid to drive the vehicle for fear of breaking down with electrical problems. This is the third jeep that we have owned .

Filed Apr 27, 2015 · Body, Lights · 100,000 miles · NJ

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 jeep liberty. The contact stated that there was water built up in the dome light which allowed water to leak into the vehicle. The vehicle started to smell like mold from water entering the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 100,000.

Filed Oct 26, 2014 · Airbags, Electrical · 77,500 miles · OH · crash · 1 injury

Prior to accident, the sky slider leaked water into the electrical roof light compacts dropping down into gear shift. Also leaked into trunk and back seat of jeep from ceiling. Even after repaired by dealership twice, it continued to leak water during and after rain. The automatic driver side window since leaking issues, has shorted and failed to close (go up) on a daily basis. Deep front end collision had zero deployment of airbag in front- includes during/after passenger side rollover. Only side air bags deployed. Concussion and muscle spasms resulted from accident. Body hit against steering column, head and arm against driver window and frame. Entire week of unpaid medical leave from employer by doctors order. Total loss of jeep. Seatbelt held me in suspense while jeep was on it's side. Although it left me with pains in hips, abdomen and legs, the seatbelt saved me from ending up in the window and glass in my skin from the rollover window glass breakage. Feels like jeep initiated rollover upon front impact after having been stopped completely. ..updated 11/18/14 *bf updated 10/7/2015

Filed Jan 27, 2014 · Body · 62,000 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 jeep liberty. The contact stated that water would leak water into the vehicle when there was rain or inclement weather. The contact took the vehicle to a local mechanic, who cleaned the traps but that to no avail. The mechanic suggested the contact to take the vehicle to a dealer. The contact did not take the vehicle to a dealer. The failure mileage was 62,000. The VIN was not available.

Filed Apr 11, 2013 · Body · 53,000 miles · GA

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 jeep liberty. The contact stated that when it rained, water entered the vehicle from the lift gate. The contact had to place buckets in the vehicle to stop the vehicle from flooding. A dealer was notified but stated they were too backed up to diagnosis the vehicle. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure and current mileage was 53,000.