2007 JEEP LIBERTY Complaints and Recall Information
The 2007 JEEP LIBERTY has 4 complaints and 4 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues with suspension components, including ball joints and control arms. Problems with vibration and abnormal sounds occurring at moderate speeds have also been reported.
Common Issues
- Suspension failure. Multiple owners report ball joints snapping or failing, resulting in undrivable vehicles and unsafe situations such as stuck wheels during low-speed maneuvers.
- Control arm defects. Front and rear control arms show signs of corrosion and fractures, causing loss of vehicle control and requiring repeated repairs.
- Abnormal vibrations. Vehicles vibrate unexpectedly at speeds between 40 and 50 MPH, often accompanied by unusual noises from underneath the vehicle.
- Warning lights illumination. Several unknown warning lights illuminate simultaneously during these incidents, although no specific diagnostic results have been reported.
Four recalls have been issued for the 2007 Jeep Liberty, addressing safety-related defects primarily in the suspension and fuel system. The recalls cover large groups of vehicles manufactured between 2003 and 2007.
Recalls
- Rear suspension lower control arms. (NHTSA Recall 12V085000, 346,900 vehicles affected) Corrosion can cause rear lower control arms to fracture, risking loss of vehicle control and potential crashes. Chrysler will replace affected control arms free of charge for vehicles originally sold or registered in certain northern states. No "Do Not Drive" or "Park Outside" advisory is issued.
- Fuel tank rear impact risk. (NHTSA Recall 13V252000, 1,560,000 vehicles affected) Fuel tanks may leak or fail during rear collisions, creating fire hazards. Dealers will inspect rear structures and may install or replace Chrysler-designed tow hitches at no cost. Recall applies to Liberty vehicles from model years 2002 to 2007. No "Do Not Drive" or "Park Outside" advisory is issued.
- Rear suspension corrosion expansion. (NHTSA Recall 18V278000, 239,904 vehicles affected) An expansion of the prior recall 12V085 addresses additional vehicles with rear control arm fractures due to corrosion. Dealers will replace rear lower control arms free of charge. No "Do Not Drive" or "Park Outside" advisory is issued.
Owners who face recurring suspension repairs, control arm failures, or issues related to recall completions may have rights under their state lemon laws. Consulting legal resources could help clarify potential remedies related to repeated safety defects or unresolved recall problems.
2007 JEEP LIBERTY Summary
2007
Model Year
4
Total Complaints
3
Total Recalls
2146804
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2007 JEEP LIBERTY
239904 vehicles affected
SUSPENSION:REAR
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.
2007 JEEP LIBERTY
1560000 vehicles affected
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 1993-1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2002-2007 Jeep Liberty vehicles. The fuel tanks in these vehicles are at risk of failure and leakage in certain rear impacts.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
2007 JEEP LIBERTY
346900 vehicles affected
SUSPENSION:REAR
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.
Complaints
2007 JEEP LIBERTY
ID: 2090537STEERING
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
ID: 2090536SUSPENSION
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
ID: 2085123SUSPENSION
As of this morning, I’ve had both ball joints on the front suspension snap, making the vehicle undrivable.
2007 JEEP LIBERTY
ID: 2080776SUSPENSION
The contact owns a 2007 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated while driving approximately 40-50 MPH, the vehicle vibrated, and the contact heard an abnormal sound coming from underneath the vehicle. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to an independent mechanic or dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The contact stated that the failure was persistent. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 166,270.