NHTSA Complaint #11620263 — 2008 JEEP LIBERTY SUSPENSION

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11620263
Vehicle	2008 JEEP LIBERTY
Component	SUSPENSION
Date of Incident	October 8, 2024
Date Filed	October 16, 2024
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	NY

Consumer Description

Rear control arms rusted on both sides. One side cracked almost completely through. Mechanic confirmed close to failure which would cause loss of control of vehicle. In 2017 this model was recalled for this danger but only through model year 2007. Appears same defective part was used in this model year (2008). No warning lights of problem. Observed myself and mechanic confirmed problem.

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