2005 JEEP LIBERTY Complaints and Recall Information

The 2005 JEEP LIBERTY has 2 complaints and 5 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues with ball joints breaking and causing damage to tires and rims. Power steering difficulties and signs of suspension component deterioration are also mentioned.

Common Issues

• Ball joint failure. Owners report repeated breaking of ball joints on both driver and passenger sides, leading to tire and rim damage as well as fender flare loss.
• Suspension decay. Reports indicate deteriorated or dry-rotted rubber grommets associated with suspension and steering components, which may compromise vehicle safety.
• Power steering problems. Difficulty turning the steering wheel at low speeds despite normal power steering fluid levels.

There are 5 recalls addressing various systems, primarily suspension and fuel system components. These recalls cover risks including loss of vehicle control due to suspension component fractures and potential fire hazards from fuel tank defects.

Recalls

• Rear suspension control arms. NHTSA recall 12V085000 affects 346,900 vehicles manufactured from 2003 to 2007 in certain states. Rear lower control arms can fracture due to excessive corrosion from road salts, posing a risk of loss of vehicle control and crashes. Dealers will replace the rear lower control arms free of charge. No "Do Not Drive" advisory.
• Front wheel hubs. NHTSA recall 12E047000 covers 892 front wheel hubs sold aftermarket for 2002-2005 4x4 non-ABS Jeep Liberty models. If improperly installed on 4x2 vehicles, the wheel may separate, increasing crash risk. Timken notified affected distributors and offers free replacements. No "Do Not Drive" advisory.
• Fuel tank and structure. NHTSA recall 13V252000 impacts 1,560,000 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2002-2007 Jeep Liberty vehicles. Fuel tanks may fail and leak fuel in certain rear impacts, risking fire if ignition occurs. Dealers inspect rear structure and install or replace tow hitches at no cost to mitigate puncture risks. Recall started August 2014. No "Do Not Drive" advisory.
• Rear suspension expansion. NHTSA recall 18V278000 covers 239,904 vehicles from 2004 to 2007. Rear suspension lower control arms are subject to corrosion-induced fractures leading to loss of control. Dealers will replace control arms free of charge. Recall began June 2018 and expands on previous rear suspension recall 12V085000. No "Do Not Drive" advisory.

Owners dealing with repeated suspension failures or safety-related recalls on the 2005 JEEP LIBERTY may want to consult their state’s lemon law for potential rights related to unresolved defects or repeated repairs.