The contact owns a 2012 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the front windshield wipers inadvertently activated. The contact turned the windshield wipers on and off to deactivate the windshield wipers. Additionally, the headlights inadvertently illuminated, and the doors locked and unlocked independently while the vehicle was unoccupied, parked, and turned off in the driveway. The vehicle occasionally hesitated while starting. The contact stated that the failure had caused the battery to drain. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact associated the failure to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 14V530000 (Electrical System); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 126,000.
Jeep Liberty hesitation problems
35 of the 8,884 owner complaints about the Jeep Liberty describe hesitation when accelerating, most of them for the 2006 model year.
- owner complaints
- 35
- worst model year
- 2006
- typical mileage
- 48,000
By model year
Often reported together
Stalling 9Jerking 5Check engine light 5Shudder 4Loss of power 2Fuel pump 2Fire or smoke 2Airbag light 2
What owners say
I had to have my rf hub bearing replaced 3 times. My vehicle was purchased new. The first time milage was around 75000 mile second was at about 150 and again around 255 its appears once a year. I am now having problems with leaks. My transmission is leaking, water pump leaking and oil all at once. Going in for inspection today. Started with trans leak followed by these other leaks. I noticed the vehicle was leaking trans fluid and it was jerking hesitate to go into gear. Added trans fluid was find but found myself adding more fluid within next 2 days so I know it has to be checked out. Now the vehicle is running hot my reservoir was not at max so I filled it up. Needle started go up to hot mark but did not get hot no smoke nothing. Would go back down as long as I was driving. Checked today ending oil and it is low. Just had oil change over a month ago. Will keep you informed after inspection. My vehicle is now at 255 thousand miles. I have had regular maintenance.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep liberty. While driving 45 MPH, the vehicle hesitated while depressing the accelerator pedal. There was also a vibration in the steering wheel and the vehicle bounced. Furthermore, the front end of the vehicle was low to the ground and the front tires were rubbing the frame of vehicle while turning. There were no warning indicators illuminated. Mac haik dodge chrysler jeep ram (5255 I-35, georgetown, tx 78626) was contacted and a diagnostic appointment was scheduled. The dealer informed the contact that the vehicle was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 18v278000 (suspension). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 125,000.
The airbag light has gone on and off when driving then went back on and has stayed on. The car was making a humming noise and hesitated on acceleration. Had to replace fuel pump due to barring lose, replace spark plugs - cost $787.00
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 jeep liberty. The contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle was hesitating and felt the vehicle was being tugged. The contact mentioned that the fuel tank was making an abnormal noise when the fuel tank was being opened. The vehicle failed to consume over five dollars worth of fuel. In addition, the air bag warning light illuminated continuously. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the tipm module and the occupant restraint control module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 112,591.
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 jeep liberty. While driving approximately 20 MPH, the temperature gauge became very high and caused the air conditioning to blow hot air. The overheating warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed that the transmission needed to be rebuilt or replaced. The transmission was replaced. When the contact retrieved the vehicle, the engine hesitated and vibrated. A week later, the vehicle was taken back to the dealer where it was diagnosed that one of the engine cylinders needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that, based on the dealer's diagnosis, the failure was a maintenance issue. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, but was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 79,354.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 jeep liberty. The contact heard an abnormal noise associated with the 3.7 liter engine. The contact noticed there was a strong hesitation without warning and the vehicle later stalled more than once. The vehicle was parked at the contact's residence due to the failure. The contact indicated that the number two cylinder may fail and cause the valves to drop onto the pistons, which could cause the motor and cylinder head to fail. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and suggested that the dealer perform diagnostic testing. The approximate failure mileage was 147,000. Updated 05/31/2016*lj the consumer stated two spark plugs were pulled and broke due to impact, inside the cylinder head. Updated 06/14/16.
Tl* the contact owned a 2002 jeep liberty. While driving approximately 35 MPH, the contact heard a noise emerging from the bottom driver side of the vehicle. The vehicle also started to hesitate and all the warning indicators illuminated. The contact slowed down to approximately 10 MPH into a parking lot. The contact parked and exited the vehicle. She was alerted that the vehicle was on fire. The fire department extinguished the fire. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was not available. Updated 12/29/15*lj
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 jeep liberty. The contact stated that the slider roof hesitated to operate. In addition, the contact stated that there was a leak on the driver side and the rearview mirror. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the right and left side pins were fractured and the slider roof needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 104,968.
I went to start my jeep and it caught on fire under the hood. Also, it sometimes doesn't start, when it does and I'm driving, it stalls in the middle of traffic. This happens when I'm in the middle of making a left turn and I'm afraid I'm going to get hit! It mostly happens when it's raining or a lot of moisture in the air. It pulls and hesitates while I'm driving as well. My insurance paid for the damage when I had the fire, but I'm now learning that it's a big issue with jeeps. I have 3 children and I'm afraid for their safety. I can't afford a new vehicle.
Related recalls
Power train: clutch assembly: pedal/hand lever(motorcycle)
- What is wrong
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2006 Dodge Viper and Jeep Wrangler and Liberty vehicles manufactured July 1, 2005, to July 31, 2006. In the affected vehicles, the springs within the clutch pedal position switch that prevents the vehicle from starting unless the clutch pedal is pushed down may break. As a result, the vehicle may not be started when the clutch pedal is pushed down or the engine may crank and start without the clutch pedal being pushed down causing the vehicle to unexpectedly lurch.
- Risk
- If the vehicle unexpectedly moves there is an increased risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the clutch ignition interlock switch, free of charge. The recall began on August 31, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R13.
Recall number 15V222000 · Recall details
Power train: automatic transmission
- What is wrong
- On certain passenger and sport utility vehicles and pickup trucks equipped with automatic transmissions, the software programmed into the powertrain control module can cause a momentary lock up of the drive wheels if the vehicle is traveling over 40 MPH and the operator shifts from drive to neutral and back to drive.
- Risk
- If the drive wheels locked up, loss of vehicle control could occur increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module free of charge. The recall began on october 2, 2006. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.
Recall number 06V341000 · Recall details
Power train: automatic transmission
- What is wrong
- On certain pickup trucks, sport utility and passenger vehicles equipped with 42rle automatic transmissions, the cup plug that retains the park pawl anchor shaft may be improperly installed. If the shaft moves out of position, the vehicle may not be able to achieve 'park' position.
- Risk
- If this occurs and the parking brake is not applied, the vehicle may roll away and cause a crash without warning.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the transmissions and install a bracket to ensure the park pawl anchor shaft is retained in the proper position. The recall began on november 28, 2005. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.
Recall number 05V460000 · Recall details
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The model years with the most reports are 2006 (9 complaints), 2004 (5 complaints) and 2005 (5 complaints).
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