2002 JEEP LIBERTY — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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Safety Rating

2,328

Owner Complaints

220 Crashes 29 Fires 7 Deaths

14

Recalls

ACTIVE RECALL

37

Service Bulletins

4

Investigations

Overview of the 2002 JEEP LIBERTY

The 2002 JEEP LIBERTY has received a total of 2,328 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 16 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL, STRUCTURE, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY. 37 technical service bulletins have been issued by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Air Bags (489 complaints), Suspensionfrontcontrol Armlower Ball Joint (298 complaints), and Suspension (94 complaints).

Recalls for the 2002 JEEP LIBERTY

NHTSA has recorded 16 recalls for the 2002 JEEP LIBERTY, potentially affecting up to 6,859,779 vehicles.

Recall 15V046000 — AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

| 752,644 vehicles affected

Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2002-2003 Jeep Liberty vehicles manufactured January 9, 2001, to March 28, 2003, 2002-2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 13, 2001, to May 23 2003, and 2003-2004 Dodge Viper vehicles manufactured November 1, 2001, to June 30, 2004. Due to electrical noise beyond the tolerance of the air bag electronic control...

Consequence: Inadvertent deployment of the air bags may increase the risk of injury and the possibility of a vehicle crash.

Remedy: Chrysler dealers will replace the air bag control module and side impact sensors as required, free of charge. This recall remedy was applied during earlier recall campaigns of these vehicles under safety recalls 12V527 and 13V040. All owners that have...

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Recall 13V252000 — STRUCTURE

| 1,560,000 vehicles affected

Defect: 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.

Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.

Remedy: Owners may take their vehicles to dealers and the dealers will perform a free inspection of the rear structure. On vehicles in the recall that are not equipped with a tow hitch, Chrysler will install a Chrysler designed tow hitch...

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Recall 13V252000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

| 1,560,000 vehicles affected

Defect: 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.

Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.

Remedy: Owners may take their vehicles to dealers and the dealers will perform a free inspection of the rear structure. On vehicles in the recall that are not equipped with a tow hitch, Chrysler will install a Chrysler designed tow hitch...

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Recall 12V527000 — AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE

| 744,822 vehicles affected

Defect: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2002 and 2003 Jeep Liberty vehicles manufactured January 9, 2001, through March 28, 2003, and 2002 through 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 13, 2001, through May 23, 2003. A component in the air bag control module may fail causing the front airbags, side curtain airbags, and/or seatbelt pretensioners to deploy inadvertently while...

Consequence: Inadvertent deployment of the airbags may increase the risk of injury and the possibility of a vehicle crash.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install a supplemental jumper harness to the airbag control module, free of charge. Owners were notified of the recall by interim letter in January 2013. The remedy for affected Liberty vehicles is expected...

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Recall 12V527000 — AIR BAGS

| 744,822 vehicles affected

Defect: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2002 and 2003 Jeep Liberty vehicles manufactured January 9, 2001, through March 28, 2003, and 2002 through 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 13, 2001, through May 23, 2003. A component in the air bag control module may fail causing the front airbags, side curtain airbags, and/or seatbelt pretensioners to deploy inadvertently while...

Consequence: Inadvertent deployment of the airbags may increase the risk of injury and the possibility of a vehicle crash.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install a supplemental jumper harness to the airbag control module, free of charge. Owners were notified of the recall by interim letter in January 2013. The remedy for affected Liberty vehicles is expected...

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Recall 12E047000 — SUSPENSION:FRONT:HUB

| 892 vehicles affected

Defect: Timken is recalling certain non-formed, front wheel hubs, part number HA599467, which were sold to retail and automotive distributors in the automobile aftermarket as front wheel hub replacements designed only for use on certain 2002 through 2005, 4X4, non-ABS, Jeep Liberty vehicles. These front wheel hub units can be mistakenly sold to owners and installed on 4X2 versions of the...

Consequence: If the non-formed hub unit is installed on a Jeep Liberty 4x2 model (which does not use an axle nut for hub retention), the vehicle wheel will not be secure and a front wheel separation may occur, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Timken has notified retail stores that have received the subject parts. The front wheel hubs will be replaced free of charge. Owners who may have purchased the affected units should contact Timken at 1-330-471-3693 for more information. This recall is...

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Recall 09V119000 — SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM

| 43,489 vehicles affected

Defect: CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 42,469 MY 2002-2003 JEEP LIBERTY VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN SALT BELT STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, IOWA, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, KENTUCKY, MASSACHUSETTS, MAINE, MARYLAND, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, VIRGINIA, WEST VIRGINIA , WISCONSIN AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. THE FRONT SUSPENSION UPPER CONTROL ARM BALL...

Consequence: FAILURE OF THE BALL JOINT COULD RESULT IN A LOSS OF STEERING CAPABILITY, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT UPPER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLIES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR ABOUT APRIL 24, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.

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Recall 09E012000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING

| 16,270 vehicles affected

Defect: SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.

Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.

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Recall 06V288000 — SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT

| 826,687 vehicles affected

Defect: ON CERTAIN TRUCKS, THE CONSTANT TENSION FRONT LOWER BALL JOINTS MAY EXPERIENCE CONTAMINATION. IF THE VEHICLE IS OPERATED FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD WITH THIS CONDITION, THE BALL JOINT MAY EVENTUALLY EXPERIENCE WEAR AND LOOSENESS.

Consequence: WHEN THE DRIVER CONTINUES TO OPERATE THE VEHICLE WITH THIS CONDITION, THE CONTAMINATION CAN LEAD TO CORROSION, ACCELERATED WEAR AND POSSIBLY SEPARATION FROM THE STEERING KNUCKLE CAUSING A LOSS OF VEHICLE STEERING CONTROL INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT LOWER BALL JOINTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 11, 2006. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.

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Recall 06E065000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING

| 3,593 vehicles affected

Defect: CERTAIN AJ MOTORSPORT COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

Consequence: LACK OF AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS IN THE LAMPS WILL DECREASE LIGHTING VISIBILITY TO OTHER DRIVERS AND MAY POSSIBLY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: AJ MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER REIMBURSEMENT FOR THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 31, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AJ MOTORSPORT AT 626-618-2026.

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Recall 06E049000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING

| 27,176 vehicles affected

Defect: CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.

Remedy: CK MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE NONCOMPLIANT LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CK MOTORSPORT AT 1-909-610-7211.

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Recall 06E026000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING

| 61,944 vehicles affected

Defect: CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.

Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.

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Recall 06E022000 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

| 7,440 vehicles affected

Defect: CERTAIN AFTERMARKET BRAKE HYDRAULIC MASTER CYLINDERS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT BRAKE CYLINDERS FOR CERTAIN FORD, DAIMLERCHRYSLER, AND JEEP PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE BRAKE CYLINDERS WERE SOLD UNDER THE BRAND NAMES OF NAPA, RAYBESTOS, AIMCO, AC DELCO, CARQUEST, BENDIX, AND WAGNER. ONLY PRODUCTS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 27, 2005 THROUGH JANUARY 17, 2006 (DATE CODES 0529 THROUGH 0602) ARE SUBJECT TO THIS...

Consequence: LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID CAN LEAD TO A DECREASE IN BRAKE LINE PRESSURE AND AN INCREASE IN STOPPING DISTANCE, WHICH CAN RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: AFFINIA (BRAKE PARTS, INC.) WILL REPLACE THE SUBJECT BRAKE HYDRAULIC MASTER CYLINDERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 20, 2006. OWNERS CAN CONTACT AFFINA GROUP CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-323-0354.

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Recall 03V460000 — SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT

| 336,000 vehicles affected

Defect: ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE LOWER CONTROL ARM BALL JOINTS CAN EXPERIENCE A LOSS OF LUBRICATION THAT CAN LEAD TO CORROSION, ACCELERATED WEAR, AND POSSIBLE SEPARATION FROM THE STEERING KNUCKLE.

Consequence: A BALL JOINT THATHAS SEPARATED FROM THE KNUCKLE COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE DIRECTIONAL CONTROL AND COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARM BALL JOINTS WITH MODIFIED ASSEMBLIES AND HEAT SHIELDS ON VEHICLES BUILT BETWEEN JANUARY 2, 2001 AND OCTOBER 4, 2002. ON VEHICLES BUILT BETWEEN OCTOBER 5, 2002 AND MARCH 26, 2003, DEALERS WILL...

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Recall 01V373000 — AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

| 102,000 vehicles affected

Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. IN THE EVENT OF A SEVERE FRONTAL OFFSET COLLISION, SHARP EDGES ON THE POWER STEERING PRESSURE HOSE BRACKET COULD CUT THE FRONT IMPACT SENSOR WIRING INSULATION CAUSING A SHORT CIRCUIT IN THE WIRING.

Consequence: THIS COULD DELAY THE DEPLOYMENT OF THE AIR BAG SYSTEM, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY TO THE SEAT OCCUPANT.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL WRAP THE FRONT IMPACT SENSOR WIRE HARNESS WITH PROTECTIVE INSULATION TO PREVENT THE POSSIBILITY OF DAMAGE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN FEBRUARY 18, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND...

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Recall 01V311000 — UNKNOWN OR OTHER

| 72,000 vehicles affected

Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THE DRIVER'S SIDE KNEE BLOCKER TRIM PANEL ASSEMBLY CAN DISENGAGE, FALL, AND STARTLE THE OPERATOR.

Consequence: THIS COULD STARTLE THE OPERATOR, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE KNEE BLOCKER TRIM PANEL. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN NOVEMBER 26, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.

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Owner Complaints for the 2002 JEEP LIBERTY

2,328 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2002 JEEP LIBERTY. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Air Bags
Complaints: 489 55 Crashes 2 Fires 78 Injuries 2 Deaths
Suspensionfrontcontrol Armlower Ball Joint
Complaints: 298 24 Crashes 28 Injuries 1 Death
Suspension
Complaints: 94 9 Crashes 1 Fire 10 Injuries
Fuelpropulsion System
Complaints: 88 1 Fire
Electrical System
Complaints: 85 7 Fires 2 Injuries
Engine
Complaints: 74 3 Fires
Fuel System Gasoline
Complaints: 74
Structure
Complaints: 69 2 Crashes 1 Injury
Steering
Complaints: 57 7 Crashes 1 Injury
Suspensionfrontcontrol Armupper Ball Joint
Complaints: 53 2 Crashes 5 Injuries
Air Bagsfrontal
Complaints: 52 46 Crashes 1 Fire 41 Injuries 1 Death
Seat Belts
Complaints: 48 6 Crashes 6 Injuries 1 Death
Suspensionfront
Complaints: 46 3 Crashes 5 Injuries
Exterior Lighting
Complaints: 45 1 Fire 1 Injury
Seat Beltsfrontbuckle Assembly
Complaints: 42 2 Crashes 3 Injuries 1 Death
Visibilitypower Window Devices And Controls
Complaints: 37
Vehicle Speed Control
Complaints: 36 9 Crashes 1 Fire 7 Injuries 1 Death
Engine And Engine Cooling
Complaints: 33 1 Fire
Structurebody
Complaints: 33 3 Crashes 4 Injuries
Unknown Or Other
Complaints: 32
Engine And Engine Coolingengine
Complaints: 28 1 Crash 2 Injuries
Power Trainautomatic Transmission
Complaints: 27 1 Fire
Wheels
Complaints: 24 2 Crashes 5 Injuries
Tires
Complaints: 23 1 Crash 1 Fire
Service Brakes Hydraulic
Complaints: 21 1 Crash
Power Train
Complaints: 20 1 Crash
Service Brakes
Complaints: 17 1 Crash
Visibility
Complaints: 17 1 Fire 1 Injury
Seat Beltsfront
Complaints: 13 5 Crashes 6 Injuries
Equipment
Complaints: 12 1 Crash
Suspensionfrontcontrol Arm
Complaints: 12
Power Trainaxle Assembly
Complaints: 11 7 Crashes 1 Fire 10 Injuries
Power Traindrivelinedifferential Unit
Complaints: 11 1 Crash 2 Injuries
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip
Complaints: 10 2 Crashes
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling System
Complaints: 9 1 Fire
Latcheslockslinkages
Complaints: 8
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Components
Complaints: 8 1 Crash
Suspensionfrontcontrol Armlower Arm
Complaints: 7 2 Crashes
Electrical Systemignition
Complaints: 6
Equipmentapplianceair Conditioner
Complaints: 6
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscrotor
Complaints: 6
Visibilitywiper
Complaints: 6 1 Crash
Air Bagsfrontalsensorcontrol Module
Complaints: 5 3 Crashes 2 Injuries
Electrical System Instrument Clusterpanel
Complaints: 5
Electrical Systemwiring
Complaints: 5
Suspensionrear
Complaints: 5 1 Crash 2 Injuries
Air Bagssidewindow
Complaints: 4 4 Crashes 3 Injuries
Electrical Systemwiringinteriorunder Dash
Complaints: 4
Electronic Stability Control Esc
Complaints: 4
Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasoline
Complaints: 4
Equipmentelectricalradiotape Deckcd Etc
Complaints: 4
Exterior Lightingheadlights
Complaints: 4
Interior Lighting
Complaints: 4
Power Traindrivelinedriveshaft
Complaints: 4
Seats
Complaints: 4 1 Fire
Steeringhydraulic Power Assist System
Complaints: 4 3 Crashes 3 Injuries
Suspensionfrontcontrol Armupper Arm
Complaints: 4
Visibilityglass Siderear
Complaints: 4
Electrical System12v24v48v Battery
Complaints: 3
Electrical Systemstarter Assembly
Complaints: 3
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling Systemfan
Complaints: 3
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust System
Complaints: 3
Equipment Adaptivemobility
Complaints: 3
Equipmentmechanicalaccessory Scissorscrewbottle Jacklift
Complaints: 3
Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryhoses Linespiping And Fittings
Complaints: 3
Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assembly
Complaints: 3
Power Traindriveline
Complaints: 3
Power Traintransfer Case 4 Wheel Drive
Complaints: 3
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slipcontrol Unitmodule
Complaints: 3 1 Crash
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsmaster Cylinder
Complaints: 3
Steering Steering Wheelhandle Bar
Complaints: 3
Steeringlinkagestie Rod Assembly
Complaints: 3 3 Crashes 3 Injuries
Structureframe And Members
Complaints: 3
Suspensionfrontwheel Bearing
Complaints: 3
Vehicle Speed Controlaccelerator Pedal
Complaints: 3 1 Crash
Visibilitywindshield
Complaints: 3
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwasher
Complaints: 3
Electrical Systemignitionswitch
Complaints: 2
Electrical Systemwiringfront Underhood
Complaints: 2 2 Fires
Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasolinebelts And Associated Pulleys
Complaints: 2
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Control
Complaints: 2
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systemmanifoldheadermufflertail Pipe
Complaints: 2
Equipmentrecreational Vehicletrailer
Complaints: 2 1 Crash 5 Injuries
Exterior Lightingbrake Lights
Complaints: 2
Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryfuel Pump
Complaints: 2
Fuel System Otherdelivery
Complaints: 2
Power Trainautomatic Transmissiongear Position Indication Prndl
Complaints: 2 1 Fire
Power Trainautomatic Transmissionlever And Linkagefloor Shift
Complaints: 2 1 Fire
Power Trainautomatic Transmissiontorque Converter
Complaints: 2
Power Trainmanual Transmission
Complaints: 2
Seat Belts Rearotherbuckle Assembly
Complaints: 2
Seat Beltsfrontanchorage
Complaints: 2 1 Crash
Seat Beltsfrontretractor
Complaints: 2
Seat Beltsrearother
Complaints: 2
Service Brakes Air
Complaints: 2 1 Crash 1 Injury
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdisc
Complaints: 2
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscpads
Complaints: 2
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdrumshoeslinings
Complaints: 2
Service Brakes Hydraulicpower Assist
Complaints: 2
Steeringhydraulic Power Assisthose Piping And Connections
Complaints: 2
Steeringhydraulic Power Assistpump
Complaints: 2
Steeringlinkagesknucklespindlearm
Complaints: 2 1 Crash
Structurebodydoor
Complaints: 2
Structurebodydoorhinge And Attachments
Complaints: 2
Structurebodyhatchbackliftgate
Complaints: 2
Suspensionrearspringscoil Springs
Complaints: 2 1 Crash 2 Injuries
Tirestreadbelt
Complaints: 2
Vehicle Speed Controlcruise Control
Complaints: 2
Visibilityrear Window Wiperwasher
Complaints: 2 1 Fire 1 Injury
Wheelslugsnutsboltsstuds
Complaints: 2
Air Bagsfrontaldriver Sideinflator Module
Complaints: 1 1 Crash 1 Injury
Child Seat
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemalternatorgeneratorregulator
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemhorn
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemignitionmodule
Complaints: 1
Electronic Stability Controlautomatic Asc
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling Systemhoseslinespipingfittings
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling Systemradiator Assembly
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingenginediesel
Complaints: 1
Equipmentrecreational Vehicletrailerlpg Systemstank Valvegauge
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lightingturn Signal
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinefuel Injection Systeminjectors
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Otherstoragetank Assembly
Complaints: 1
Latcheslockslinkagesdoorslatch
Complaints: 1
Parking Brake
Complaints: 1
Power Trainautomatic Transmissioncooling Unit And Lines
Complaints: 1
Power Trainautomatic Transmissionparkneutral Start Interlock Switch
Complaints: 1 1 Crash 1 Injury
Power Trainaxle Assemblyaxle Shaftseal
Complaints: 1
Power Traindrivelineconstant Velocity Joint
Complaints: 1 1 Crash 2 Injuries
Seat Beltsfrontwarning Lightdevices
Complaints: 1
Seatsfront Assemblypower Adjust
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Airantilock
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Airdiscpads
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Airdiscrotor
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Airsupplylow Pressure Warningswitch
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slipabs Warning Light
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdifferential Proportional Valve
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdisccaliper
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdrumwheel Cylinders
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentshoses Linespiping And Fittings
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicpedals And Linkages
Complaints: 1
Steeringcolumn
Complaints: 1
Steeringlinkages
Complaints: 1
Steeringlinkagesarmidler And Attachment
Complaints: 1
Steeringrack And Pinion
Complaints: 1
Structurebodyhatchbackliftgatehinge And Attachments
Complaints: 1
Structurebodyhoodhinge And Attachments
Complaints: 1
Structureframe And Membersunderbody Shields
Complaints: 1
Suspensionfrontmacpherson Strut
Complaints: 1
Suspensionmultiple Axle
Complaints: 1
Tirespressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems
Complaints: 1 1 Crash 2 Injuries
Tiressidewall
Complaints: 1
Tiresvalve
Complaints: 1
Trailer Hitches
Complaints: 1
Vehicle Speed Controllinkages
Complaints: 1
Vehicle Speed Controlsprings
Complaints: 1
Visibilitysunmoon Roof Assembly
Complaints: 1
Wheelshub
Complaints: 1
Wheelsrim
Complaints: 1

Most Recent Complaints

#11655267 | AIR BAGS | | N/A miles
A couple years ago I had the airbag light come on when you come to find out there was a recall on my jeep. I had it took to the dealership, they supposedly fixed it now my airbag light is back on.
#11616701 | SUSPENSION | | N/A miles
At approximately 6:30 am 9/25/2024, I was transporting a friend to her home in a neighboring city. After ten minutes of travel, I exited a four lane bridge. As I slowed and set up for traffic negotiations, We heard a bang, like maybe tire blowout, I initiated a full stop to safety, disembarked vehicle to find that; THE RIGHT FRONT BALL JOINT HAD EXPERIENCED A CATASTROPHIC FAILURE! Thus, the tire was sliced the tire mount rim was deeply grooved. Had vehicle towed to my home. It is in the condition left by the towing company. So, I called my neighborhood dodge boys and wàs assured that "they were not obligated not interested in repairing this near calamity, for the "RECALLED LOWER BALL JOINT COMPONENTS WERE DEALT WITH IN 2006.. TOO MANY YEARS HAVE PASSED FOR THIS EVENT TO BE REPAIRED BY RECALL OR WARRANTY". OK THEN, HOW ABOUT THE AIRBAG OPEN RECALL AT THE STEERING WHEEL.. REPLY, NO. NOTHING MISSED OR ELIGIBLE. Well, that's it.. Thanks for the venting space. And seriously, thank you for what you do.
#11601807 | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS | | N/A miles
I install an after market right side tail light assembly on my Jeep liberty, light is “plug and play” during check out I found the whole light assembly was improperly wired so I sent back to Amazon and ordered another from a different supplier when I received it, it was manufactured by the same company Eagle Eyes auto lamps. The safety issue that were experienced The tail light was on the bright element of the light bulb, the brake light was on the dim side of the same bulb The turn signal was the on the dim side of the bulb showing up not any brighter than a side marker light (very dim) Finally the reverse light was also wired on the dim side of the bulb and does not illuminate what’s behind the vehicle when backing up Both items have a Carparts.com inc label on them I called to talk to their technical department at 866-529-0412 to make them aware of the of the problem, however the customer service representative would not put my call through to the technical team. Both tail light I received acted the same and would have made my jeep dangerous to be on the road, my old tail light works properly just has a cosmetic crack and will be replaced with oem part already ordered
#11601807 | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL | | N/A miles
I install an after market right side tail light assembly on my Jeep liberty, light is “plug and play” during check out I found the whole light assembly was improperly wired so I sent back to Amazon and ordered another from a different supplier when I received it, it was manufactured by the same company Eagle Eyes auto lamps. The safety issue that were experienced The tail light was on the bright element of the light bulb, the brake light was on the dim side of the same bulb The turn signal was the on the dim side of the bulb showing up not any brighter than a side marker light (very dim) Finally the reverse light was also wired on the dim side of the bulb and does not illuminate what’s behind the vehicle when backing up Both items have a Carparts.com inc label on them I called to talk to their technical department at 866-529-0412 to make them aware of the of the problem, however the customer service representative would not put my call through to the technical team. Both tail light I received acted the same and would have made my jeep dangerous to be on the road, my old tail light works properly just has a cosmetic crack and will be replaced with oem part already ordered
#11570910 | SERVICE BRAKES | | N/A miles
Well my 2002 jeep liberty has been messed up lately,it will just not crank so I thought it was the battery but it turned out to be the ignition switch also it did this off an on for about 6months ,the heat went out when I bought it and it will act as if it is overheating but it won't do anything for while then all of my windows have problems with the motor s in them the suspension, control arms I've had to change ,and the cruise control button will stick and keep going while you are driving it almost caused me to wreck on the interstate you have to turn the vehicle completely off once you get it to stop if you can get it to stop. out of all the vehicles I've had this is the first to take off by itself

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Safety Rating for the 2002 JEEP LIBERTY

NHTSA has not yet tested the 2002 JEEP LIBERTY in its New Car Assessment Program.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 2002 JEEP LIBERTY

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) has issued 37 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2002 JEEP LIBERTY. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.

9003192 — WHEELS

Part Description: wheel hub cap Issue Description: This hubcap is installed directly to the wheel using screws; PN 00154236. This part is not currently listed in the catalog

M3511082012 — AIR BAGS

Advanced Field Action Communication ? M3511082012 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) announced a safety recall on 2002 and 2003 model year (KJ) Jeep Liberty vehicles built through March 28, 2003 and 2002 through 2004 model year (WJ) Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles built through May 23, 2003. The above vehicles may experience...

02009 — POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION

SUBJECT REGARDING MANUAL TRANSMISSION MOUNT MAY BE INCORRECT FOR APPLICATION. *SLC

2303002 — STRUCTURE:BODY

SUBJECT REGARDING MOPAR FRONT AIR DEFLECTOR (BUG GUARD) POSSIBLY INDUCING AIR TURBULENCE OR WHISTLE. *SLC

2302502 — SEATS

SUBJECT REGARDING THE LEFT REAR SEAT BACK REQUIRING HIGHER CLOSING EFFORT TO LATCH. *SLC

1300102 — STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS

SUBJECT REGARDING SQUEAK LIKE SOUND FROM FRONT BUMPER CROSSMEMBER. *SLC

0500202 — PARKING BRAKE

SUBJECT REGARDING A SQUEAK LIKE SOUND FROM PARKING BRAKE CABLES. *SLC

02003A — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

SUBJECT REGARDING CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR SIGNAL, VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE 3.7 L ENGINE, ALSO REFER TO 02003. *SLC

4850306 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

INFORMATION REGARDING CRANKSHAFT POSITON SENSOR SIGNAL. *YD

4850306 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

SUBJECT REGARDING INCORRECT MONRONEY LABEL TIRE INFORMATION. *YD

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NHTSA Investigations for the 2002 JEEP LIBERTY

NHTSA has opened 4 investigations into potential safety defects in the 2002 JEEP LIBERTY.

Investigation PE11035 — AIR BAGS Closed

Opened:

Inadvertent Air Bag Deployment

Investigation PE07062 — SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER BALL JOINT Closed

Opened:

UPPER BALL JOINT SEPARATION

Investigation EA05022 — SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY Closed

Opened:

FRONT SEAT BELT BUCKLE MALFUNCTION

Investigation PE05046 — SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY Closed

Opened:

FRONT SEAT BELT BUCKLE MALFUNCTION

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