2009 Jeep Liberty problems
The Jeep Liberty is a four door unibody compact SUV manufactured and marketed by Jeep for model years 2002–2012 over two generations, internally designated the KJ (2002-2007) and KK (2008-2012), respectively. Both generations were marketed globally, including as the Jeep Cherokee outside North America.
Introduced as a replacement for the Cherokee (XJ), the Liberty was priced between the Wrangler and Grand Cherokee and was the smallest of the 4-door Jeep SUVs until the car based 4-door Compass and Patriot arrived for 2007. Both generations were assembled at the Toledo North Assembly Plant in the United States and other countries including Egypt and Venezuela. The KK generation was manufactured alongside the closely related Dodge Nitro. Production ended in August 2012.
The Liberty was superseded by the Jeep Cherokee.
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Common 2009 Jeep Liberty problems
The 2009 Jeep Liberty has received its fair share of complaints from owners, primarily concerning fuel economy, suspension issues, and transmission failure.
Fuel Economy
The 2009 Jeep Liberty has below-average fuel economy for its class. According to the search results, it averages 15 miles per gallon in the city and 21 miles per gallon on the highway.
Suspension Issues
Suspension issues have been a common problem for the 2009 Jeep Liberty, with many owners reporting ball joint and control arm failures before reaching 50,000 miles. These issues can lead to expensive repairs if the vehicle is no longer covered by the manufacturer's warranty.
Transmission Failure
The 2009 Jeep Liberty has also been plagued by transmission difficulties. The automatic transmission is known for lagging and failing prematurely, with gears moving slowly. Transmission fluid leaks are also a common problem, requiring frequent changes to avoid premature component wear.
Other Issues
In addition to the above problems, the 2009 Jeep Liberty has had issues with airbags and seatbelts, with recalls and problems with the airbag system and seat belts.
The 2009 Jeep Liberty has also been criticized for its poor interior trim quality, with some owners reporting that it feels cheap.
In summary, the 2009 Jeep Liberty has had a range of problems, including poor fuel economy, suspension issues, transmission failure, and safety concerns. These issues have led to a significant number of complaints from owners and have contributed to the vehicle's poor reputation in its class.
How many miles can a 2009 Jeep Liberty last?
How Long Will the 2009 Jeep Liberty Last? Drivers have reported the Jeep Liberty lasting as long as 400,000 miles. These are outliers, though. Realistically, 200,000 to 250,000 is a more reasonable expectation for typical lifespan.
What is the most common problem with the Jeep Liberty?
Engine misfire is a common problem for both generations of the Liberty. Drivers have reported cases of engine knock, rough idling, and excessive vibration when shifting gears. The most common culprit was faulty intake valves.
Do Jeep Liberty's have transmission problems?
The most common of these Jeep liberty transmission problems is slipping between gears, or a noticeable delay between shifts. Most of the time, this condition will occur because the transmission isn't able to maintain the correct fluid pressure.
How many miles is too many for a used Jeep Liberty?
However, as a general rule of thumb, most experts recommend buying a used Jeep with no more than 100,000 miles on it. Jeeps are known for their durability, and many can last well beyond 100,000 miles with proper maintenance.
What is the most common problem with the Jeep Liberty?
Engine misfire is a common problem for both generations of the Liberty. Drivers have reported cases of engine knock, rough idling, and excessive vibration when shifting gears. The most common culprit was faulty intake valves.
How many miles can a 2009 Jeep Liberty last?
How Long Will the 2009 Jeep Liberty Last? Drivers have reported the Jeep Liberty lasting as long as 400,000 miles. These are outliers, though. Realistically, 200,000 to 250,000 is a more reasonable expectation for typical lifespan.
How long will a Jeep Liberty engine last?
A Jeep Liberty can last upwards of 200,000 miles with proper maintenance and care. However, individual longevity may vary based on driving habits and environmental conditions.
Are Jeep Libertys good cars?
Overall, the Jeep Liberty is a decent choice for reliability. Although there are some issues to consider and better cars available, it's safe for Jeep-obsessed individuals to drive if looking for a more affordable selection.
2009 Jeep Liberty car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Jeep Liberty problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Structure problems
- Electrical system problems
- Fuel/propulsion system problems
- Unknown or other problems
- Air bags problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2009 Jeep Liberty vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2009 Jeep Liberty
The NHTSA has received 105 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2009 Jeep Liberty. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2009 Jeep Liberty vehicles.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-02-20
- VIN: 1J8GN28K59W
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: Fuel Spit Back During Refueling. When refueling at any gas pump, flammable fuel almost always spits back out of the filler hose, down the side of the vehicle and pools on ground by the tire. There has been a recall issued for the same issue and same vehicle model: Jeep Liberty KK, which runs from 2008-12. However, the recall only covers year 2008.
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-11-08
- VIN: 1J8GN28K89W
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: While driving I heard a popping sound and felt the vehicle sway slightly. The vehicle continued to making intermittent banging noises towards the rear passenger side. Upon stopping and investigating I found the rear control arm had failed on the passenger side. I also examined the driver side rear control arm. It was intact but has significant rust, which likely contributed to the passenger side failure, as it also has significant rust. Car has been parked since the incident. I would like to know if the manufacturer/dealer will replace both components free of charge. There was a safety bulletin for the same issue for the 2004-2007 model year of the vehicle (18V-278). A search on the internet found the same failures in my model year for the lower control arms.
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-03-16
- VIN: 1J8GN28K09W
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: The Rear suspension lower control arms were rusted and cracked to the point they were close to breaking into pieces. There were no warning lamps, messages, or symptoms that alerted us to this problem - we happened to look under the car one day and noticed this. This problem was inspected, confirmed, and repaired by a local mechanic and reported to Jeep via their customer service. I am aware that this particular part caused a recall for the 2007 Jeep Liberty (and I'm guessing this is correlated with similar recalls in other manufacturers, e.g. the 2007-2011 Honda CRVs were recalled due to corrosion in the lower frame due to de-icing agents).
STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-12-22
- Number Of Injuries: 2
- VIN: 1J8GN28K99W
- Components: STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: I'm the original owner of a 2009 Jeep Liberty with a Skyslider roof that I barely used. I was driving when the Sky Slider roof suddenly blew open and back, snapping the cables and launching pieces of parts like missiles. It was a terrifying experience for me and my young children. I have dealt with the very loud wind noise for the past 12 years after having it evaluated several times by dealerships and being told there was nothing that could be done about it. It can be even more overwhelming for children with Autism and/or sensory issues. Fortunately, I was able to avoid an on-road accident, but still was hit with those projectile pieces and now have the added financial component of having to pay for repairs on a vehicle that the dealership has said most of the replacement parts have been discontinued on. The internet is full of complaints regarding these Sky Slider roof life-threatening issues. Something needs to be done to protect consumers from the physical and financial harm of these vehicles.
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-12-09
- VIN: 1J8GN58KX9W
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: The contact owns a 2009 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH, he heard abnormal banging sounds coming from the rear of the vehicle and the vehicle was shuddering violently. The contact veered to the side of the road and exited the vehicle to determine the cause of the failure. The contact noticed that the rear tires had moved forward and were close to the wheel well. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that all four rear control arms were fractured. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V278000 (Suspension). The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 101,000.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-10-08
- VIN: 1J8GN28K79W
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: I HAVE JUDT BROUGHT MY JEEP IN MAY IT IS OCT AND I AM HAVING TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS. PLEASE CAN YOU ASSIST IF THIS IS A RECALL
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-02-10
- VIN: 1J8GP28K59W
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: CAR TURNS OFF WITHOUT WARNING WHILE IN MOTION. NO CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TO SHOW A PROBLEM... CAR HAS TURNED OFF ON HIGHWAY AND WHILE MAKING TURNS. HAVE TO PLACE VEHICLE IN PARK AND START CAR AGAIN TO WORK. LIGHTS AND RADIO ALL STAY ON.
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-03-22
- VIN: 1J8GN28K99W
- Components: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),ENGINE
- Summary: I HAVE HAD LIGHT SENSORS ON MY DASH, ELECTRONIC STABILITY, SLIPPERY ROAD. SERVICE 4WD, AND MISFIRE #2 CYLINDER, AND SERVICE ABS. I TOOK IT IN FOR DIAGNOSTICS THEY SAY THE HEAD GASKET IS BLOWN, OR IT HAS A CRACKED HEAD ALLOWING ANTIFREEZE IN THE #2 CYLINDER. THE LIGHTS COME ON A COUPLE AT A TIME, WHEN DRIVING, AND THEN GO FF EITHER WHEN I TURN THE CAR OFF, OR A DAY OR TWO LATER.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-10-11
- VIN: 1J8GP58K39W
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: THE SKY ROOF HAS BROKEN A 2ND TIME, AT LEAST SINCE I HAVE OWNED IT. I JUST HAD IT REPLACED 2YRS AND 5 MONTHS AGO. JEEP STOPPED MAKING THE ROOF FRAME AND THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO LOCATE IT. THERE ARE NO AFTER MARKET PARTS AVAILABLE. JEEP REFUSES TO HELP IN ANY WAY, AND I'M STILL PAYING FOR A CAR THAT I CANNOT DRIVE BECAUSE IT CANNOT E REPAIRED. YES, I WAS SITTING STILL. IT HAS TO BE IN PARK IN ORDER TO RETRACT OR CLOSE. THERE ARE THOUSANDS OF COMPLAINTS ABOUT THIS PARTICULAR ROOF FRAME. IT BROKE IN THE EXACT SAME SPOT THAT IT BROKE IN 29 MONTHS AGO. THE WARRANTY ON IT WAS ONLY FOR 2 YEARS. WHAT AM I SUPPOSED TO DO? HELP PLEASE
VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-07-01
- VIN: 1J8GN28K79W
- Components: VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 JEEP LIBERTY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT VENTS WERE MALFUNCTIONING AND PREVENTED THE WINDOWS FROM DEFOGGING, ESPECIALLY DURING THE WINTER MONTHS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A DIRECTIONAL FLAP THAT TURNED THE VENTS, INCLUDING ONE FOR THE HEAT, AIR CONDITIONER, AND DEFOGGERS. THE CONTACT BOUGHT THE VEHICLE FROM A PRIVATE PARTY AND HAD NOT CONTACTED A DEALER OR MANUFACTURER. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 140,000.
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-08-01
- VIN: 1J8GN28K09W
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 JEEP LIBERTY. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD BANG SOUND AND PULLED THE VEHICLE OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE CONTACT DISCOVERED THAT BOTH LOWER CONTROL ARMS WERE FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED BY AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 70,081. *TR*JB *TR
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-12-15
- VIN: 1J8GP58K09W
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: OUT OF THE BLUE WHILE DRIVING THE AIRBAG LIGHT ILLUMINATED - I TOOK IT IN TO HAVE IT RESET - IT WORKED FOR A BIT THEN CAME BACK ON: THE MECHANIC ADVICES THAT THE SENSOR LIKELY WENT BAD AND NEEDS TO BE REPLACED.
WHEELS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-05-29
- VIN: 1J8GP28K19W
- Components: WHEELS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: CUSTOMER WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY WHEN THE CABLE THAT HOLDS THE SPARE TIRE SNAPPED AND CAUSED THE SPARE TIRE TO FLY DOWN THE HIGHWAY, ENDANGERING THE LIVES OF OTHER DRIVERS.
STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-03-02
- VIN: 1J8GN58K29W
- Components: STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: THE SKY SLIDER PANORAMIC ROOF HAS SOME BROKEN INTERNAL PARTS AND WON'T FULLY CLOSE CAUSING LEAKING WATER AND LOUD WIND NOISE. ROANOKE JEEP DEALER SAYS THEY CAN'T GET REPLACEMENT PARTS AND THERE IS NO WAY TO FIX. I HAVE VISITED 4 OTHER SHOPS AND THE ONLY SOLUTION OFFERED IS TO REMOVE THE PANORAMIC ROOF AND REPLACE WITH FULL METAL ROOF WITH A COST OF $5000. I CAN'T BELIEVE THERE ARE NO REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR A 10 YEAR OLD VEHICLE AND I'M STUCK WITH A VEHICLE THAT IS GOING TO LEAK EVERY TIME IT RAINS.
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-01-01
- VIN: 1J8GN28KX9W
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 JEEP LIBERTY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SUN ROOF WAS LEAKING ON THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO ALL AMERICAN CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM (9 PA-309, TAMAQUA, PA 18252, (570) 668-1320) THREE TIMES TO HAVE THE SUN ROOF REPAIRED. THE DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 67,000.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-01-05
- VIN: 1J8GP28K39W
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING THROUGH A GROCERY STORE PARKING LOT, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED TO 4000RPM. THANKFULLY, DUE TO QUICK THINKING, I GOT ON THE BRAKES, PUT THE CAR IN NEUTRAL AND TURNED THE IGNITION OFF. SOMETHING IS SERIOUSLY WRONG. THANK GOD I DIDN'T MOW DOWN THE 4 PEOPLE WALKING IN FRONT OF ME. A QUICK SEARCH OF THE INTERNET REVEALS THIS TO BE A COMMON PROBLEM WITH JEEPS. HOW IN THE WORLD HAS THIS ISSUE NOT BEEN A RECALL??!!
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-10-13
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 JEEP LIBERTY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SKY SLIDER ROOF ABRUPTLY OPENED WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO PALELIGRINO CHRYSLER JEEP (241 GLASSBORO ROAD, WOODBURY, NJ 08097, (856) 848-7474) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE SKY SLIDER SEPARATED FROM THE TRACK. THE SKY SLIDER TRACK WAS NOT REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND WOULD NOT ASSIST WITH THE REPAIR. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 81,000.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-05-23
- VIN: 1J8GN58K79W
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: SKY VIEW ROOF FAILURES AND OPENED ABOUT A FOOT ON ITS OWN WHEN DRIVING ONA BACK ROAD ABOUT 35 MILES PER HOUR. THEN GOT STUCK. JUST BOUGHT IT 9 MONTHS AGO AND THERE'S NOTHING PROTECTING CONSUMERS FROM A SAFETY AND MONEY TRAP LIKE THIS.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-10-16
- VIN: 1J4GL48K96W
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 JEEP LIBERTY. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS ADDING FUEL TO THE VEHICLE, THE FUEL TANK OVERFLOWED WITHOUT BEING FILLED ENTIRELY. THE DEALER (SAM LEMAN DODGE, CHRYSLER, JEEP, RAM, 1801 W PIONEER PKWY, PEORIA, IL 61615) OBSERVED THAT THE FUEL SPEWED OUT WHILE FILLING THE TANK AND DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND STATED THAT THEY COULD NOT ASSIST SINCE THERE WAS NO RECALL FOR THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 171,556.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-04-19
- VIN: 1J8GN28K69W
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: FUEL SPILLS OUT OF THE FILLER NECK WHEN FILLING THE TANK. FILLER NECK IS LOOSE AND WOBBLY SEVERAL TSB'S OUTLINE THIS ISSUE BUT ACCORDING TO FCA CUSTOMER CARE, MY CAR IS NOT INCLUDED IN ANY RECALLS BASED ON THE VIN. ROLLOVER VALVE INSIDE FUEL TANK IS MOST LIKELY STUCK AND COULD CAUSE FUEL SPILLAGE, DEATH AND DESTRUCTION IF THE VEHICLE IS INVOLVED IN A ROLLOVER ACCIDENT.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-02-19
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: WHEN FILLING UP PUMPS KICKS OFF GAS COMES BACK OUT THE FILLER TUB.
VISIBILITY,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-01-05
- Components: VISIBILITY,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 JEEP LIBERTY. THE CONTACT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE WITH THE HEATER AND DEFROSTER IN THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY WHEN THE DEFROSTER WAS ACTIVATED. AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC DIAGNOSED THAT THE HEATER CORE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 100,000.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-01-01
- VIN: 18GN28K39W5
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: I WAS TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY TO WORK (I'M IN THE MILITARY) AND DRIVING ABOUT 65 WHEN THE SKY SLIDER POPPED UP AND FLEW BACK. I SWERVED BECAUSE IT SCARED ME, I PULLED OFF THE HIGHWAY AS FAST AS I COULD, SCARED THE CAR BEHIND ME. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP WHERE THEY TOLD ME THAT THEY COULD FIX IT BUT IT WOULD COST 4400. I CALLED MY INSURANCE COMPANY TO FILE A CLAIM AND THE ADJUSTER DENIED IT BECAUSE HE STATED THAT IS A MANUFACTURES DEFECT AND THEY DON'T COVER THAT. THIS VEHICLE SHOULD BE A RECALL, THIS COULD HAVE ENDED WORSE IF TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY WHEN THIS HAPPENED. IN ORDER FOR ME TO GET IT TO THE DEALER FOR THEM TO LOOK AT IT I HAD TO TAPE IT DOWN (DUE TO WEATHER) AND I HAD TO USE TOW STRAPS TO KEEP THE SKY LINER FROM POPPING UP WHILE DRIVING. THIS REALLY MAKES ME MAD, I USED MY DEPLOYMENT MONEY TO BUY THIS VEHICLE AND I FEEL LIKE I WASTED ALL MY HARD EARNED MONEY FOR THIS PIECE OF JUNK. I WILL NEVER BUY A JEEP PRODUCT IN MY LIFE AGAIN, MATTER OF FACT I HAVE TURNED TO SOCIAL MEDIA TO WORN EVERYONE ABOUT THIS.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-01-18
- VIN: 1J8GN28K59W
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: AIR BAG COVER IS VERY STICKY AND FEELS LIKE IT STAYS THIS WAY NO MATTER HOW MUCH I WIPE IT DOWN.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-05-01
- VIN: 1J8GN58K89W
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: SKYSLIDER FLEW BACK WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY, ALMOST CAUSED AN ACCIDENT. DEALERSHIP SAID IT WOULD COST 4,000$ TO FIX, BUT THEY CAN'T FIX IT REGARDLESS. I BOUGHT THIS JEEP BRAND NEW FOR 35,000$ 40,000$ AFTER INTEREST. ILL NEVER IN MY LIFE BUY A JEEP AGAIN THE HASSLE THIS HAS PUT ME THROUGH. ESPECIALLY THE DANGER ITS CAUSED. ALMOST KILLING MY CHILDREN & ME.
2009 Jeep Liberty recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 1 recalls for different components of the 2009 Jeep Liberty.
- Manufacturer: ROCK KRAWLER/PURE PERFORMANCE GROUP, INC
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: ROCK KRAWLER IS RECALLING 44 PERFORMANCE SUSPENSION SYSTEMS SOLD AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR USE ON THE VEHICLE LISTED ABOVE. THESE SUSPENSION SYSTEMS WERE PRODUCED WITH GRADE 2 CARRIAGE BOLTS INSTEAD OF THE PROPER GRADE 5 CARRIAGE BOLTS. THE IMPROPER GRADE 2 CARRIAGE BOLTS COULD EXPERIENCE A LOSS OF CLAMPING FORCE FOR THE BOTTOM STRUT FORK.
- Consequence: THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE A LOSS OF EFFECTIVE LIFT AND LOWERING OF THE AFFECTED VEHICLE, POSSIBLY CREATING THE DRIVER TO PANIC WHICH COULD POSSIBLY LEAD TO A VEHICLE CRASH.
- Remedy: ROCK KRAWLER WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND PROVIDE A FREE REMEDY. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 15. 2008. ALL THE AFFECTED UNTITS HAVE BEEN REMEDIED. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ROCK KRAWLER AT 1-518-270-9822.
Negative 2009 Jeep Liberty car reviews
Positive 2009 Jeep Liberty car reviews
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Hi there! I'm having a bit of trouble with my car. The gate warning light has come on three times and the interior lights have also come on. The switch in the rear hatchback has been replaced twice, but I'm still getting ice buildup inside the driver's side door. The area has been lubed, but unfortunately, it hasn't helped much. I've been having to chip ice from inside the door hinges. Do you have any suggestions or advice that could help me out?
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You've taken great care of your vehicle since you bought it, only going to the dealership for routine maintenance. It sounds like you're interested in upgrading to a newer model with the latest driver assist safety features. Have you considered all the options available to you?
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Hi there! I hope you're doing well. I just wanted to share my experience trading in my 98 Jeep Grand Cherokee with 150k miles for an 09 Liberty Limited with Nav, skyslider, leather, chromes - it's fully loaded with premium pack II, Nav, and roof. I have to say, the Liberty is such a huge improvement! It's almost the same size as my old Jeep, but with better mileage and similar power to the old 5.3l V8. The feature content is amazing, and the Nav is so easy to use - I had no trouble pairing it with my cell phone. Plus, it's been great in the snow - I recently drove in some heavy snow and felt safe and stable the whole time. I've heard that the 09 model has an improved ride over the 08, a better seal on the SkySlider roof, and the tan leather (single color) looks really nice. There's also more leather trim inside. Overall, I'm really happy with my decision to upgrade to the Liberty. Let me know if you have any questions!
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You're going to love this! We have two packages available and let me tell you, they tow our travel trailer like a dream! We get around 13-15 mpg with the trailer, and without it, we're getting a solid 22 mpg on the road, just as rated. We've had a lot of vehicles over the years, but this one is definitely our favorite. And we're not the only ones who think so - at 70 years young, we've got plenty of experience to back it up!
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I hope you're doing well! I wanted to share my experience with the Jeep Liberty. My wife and I had one of the first models back in '01 and we loved it so much that we recently decided to trade it in for a new '09 Liberty. We considered other vehicles like the Honda CRV and Subaru Forester, but ultimately, we decided that the Liberty was the best fit for us. The new model has a lot of great refinements and improvements over the old one. It's more spacious, rides smoother, and is quieter too. Of course, it still has that rugged 4WD drive that Jeep is known for. While it may not get the same gas mileage as the CRV or Subaru, or have the same 'car-like ride', that's not what we were looking for. We wanted a REAL 4WD, not just a cutesy imitation. And let me tell you, this thing can go through just about anything! Thanks for listening to my story.
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Are you having problems with your 2009 Jeep Liberty?
Lorenza Dooley 2024-11-16
Hi there! I have a 2009 Jeep Liberty that I've owned for a couple of years now. Unfortunately, I've been experiencing some issues with it lately. The heater core needs to be replaced, and there are some squeaks that I hear every time I drive it. Additionally, the sunroof leaks and the headliner is in pretty rough shape. I'm feeling a bit frustrated about it all, but I'm hopeful that I can get these issues resolved soon. I purchased the vehicle from Drivers Village in Syracuse, NY, and while I've had some trouble with it, I'm sure they'll be able to help me out. Thanks for listening!
Austyn Witting 2024-10-10
I'm so excited to share that I recently purchased my first American car after years of driving foreign vehicles. Despite the challenging times, I feel incredibly fortunate to have been able to buy a new car and decided to give American car companies another chance. I opted for a Jeep and I must say, I'm pretty impressed so far. While the amount of product has lessened, the quality and workmanship have definitely improved. Although metal and materials have taken a back seat to technology, Jeep has managed to bring some of the important basics back to an industry that has become a bit 'boring'. Safety was one of my top priorities and I'm happy to say that Jeep delivers on that front with a full frame, rear-wheel drive, and superb styling. When I was looking at other SUVs, they all seemed to look and drive the same until I met Jeep. I highly recommend it!
Percival Dare 2024-07-20
Hey there! I hope you're doing well. I just wanted to share my experience with a car that I received as a birthday present. Although it was free, I have to admit that I'm not a big fan of it. I live in an area with extremely cold temperatures, and unfortunately, the heat doesn't always do the trick when it comes to warming up my feet or the dashboard. In fact, I've even had ice form on the inside of the windshield! When I brought this up with the dealer, they said that there wasn't much they could do about it. As a result, I wouldn't recommend this car for anyone living in colder climates. Thanks for listening!
Reinhold Dare 2024-07-03
The car is really comfortable to drive, with a great chassis and suspension. Handling is also very controlled and easy, even for such a heavy SUV. However, the engine is a bit slow, and the car can feel like it's dragging even when you're flooring it. Additionally, the fuel economy could be better. Some of the exterior details are a bit overdone, and the back end looks somewhat squished (done for ground clearance).
Giuseppe Funk 2024-06-11
You got a great deal on it! It was bought new with only 29 miles on it, and $5k less than book. It runs well, but it could use a bit more power. The 4x4 and traction control system are amazing! It's the first vehicle you've had with such an awesome system. Although, there have been a few issues with the transfer case control module after 40k miles. The steering rack also had a leak, and the rear tire pressure sensor went out causing everything to shut down. Unfortunately, you couldn't use 4x4 with that out, and the rear hatch light comes on with the dome light at times. It rides like a rock, but turns on a dime. There is only a few inches of suspension travel, so don't get too crazy off-road because it is not forgiving.