2009 Jeep Liberty
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
Vehicles › Jeep › Liberty › 2009
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
These records cover every 2009 Jeep Liberty. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
1 recall names the 2009 Jeep Liberty. Newest first.
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.
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.
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.
1. Air bag light stays on 2. ABS light stays on 3. ESP BAS light stays on The vehicle has not been inspected and is available for inspection
Had the car for too years and just now all of a sudden air bag keeps coming on and off in the Red.
snapped rear control arm. I own this vehicle in a salt state. no issues prior, it literally rusted and snapped with myself and my 5 year old in the car, causing me to lose control and almost crash.
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.
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.
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).
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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??!!
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.
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.
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 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.
When filling up pumps kicks off gas comes back out the filler tub.
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.
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
In a letter dated August 21, 2014, the Center for Auto Safety (CAS) petitioned the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to initiate a defect investigation of alleged failures associated with the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) installed in Chrysler SUV?s, trucks, and vans beginning in the 2007 model year. The petitioner alleges that TIPM defects may result in engine stall, airbag non-deployment, failure of fuel pump shutoff resulting in unintended acceleration, fire, and other symptoms. On September 25, 2014, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened DP14-004 to evaluate the petition for a grant or deny decision. ODI analyzed complaint data provided by CAS as well as complaints submitted to ODI from consumers. In total, there were 296 complaints submitted by the petitioner in the original petition and five supplements, including 271 complaints related to the subject vehicles equipped with TIPM-7. Approximately 3 percent of CAS complaints are related to vehicles equipped with TIPM-6 and ODI?s review of these complaints did not identify any safety defect trends. ODI conducted a detailed review of complaints narratives submitted by CAS and consumers including careful analysis of vehicle repair histories, warranty claims obtained from the manufacturer and any available Customer Assistance Inquiry reports (CAIR). Analysis of the field data indicated that MY2011-2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles exhibited significantly higher complaint rates related to fuel pump relay (FPR) failures than other subject vehicles. In a September 3, 2014 letter to NHTSA, Chrysler submitted a Defect Information Report (DIR) identifying a defect in the FPR within the TIPM-7 which can result in a no start or stall condition in approximately 188,723 model year (MY) 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee (WK) and Dodge Durango (WD) vehicles manufactured from January 5, 2010 through July 20, 2011 (14V-530).In a February 24, 2015 letter, Chrysler submitted a second DIR expanding the scope of the FPR defect condition to include an additional 338,216 MY 2012 through 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured from September 17, 2010 through August 19, 2013 and MY 2012 through 2013 Dodge Durango vehicles manufactured from January 18, 2011 through August 19, 2013 (15V-115).ODI analysis of the CAS allegations of TIPM defects resulting in stall while driving, airbag non-deployment, unintended acceleration, fire and other faults identified a single defect condition related to 1 of over 60 different circuits in the TIPM assembly. The most common effect of this defect condition, related to the fuel pump relay, was a no-start concern, but it could also result in stall while driving (76 complaints). No valid evidence was presented in support of claims related to airbag non-deployment, unintended acceleration or fire resulting from TIPM faults and these claims were found to be wholly without merit based on review of the field data and design of the relevant systems and components.Except insofar as the petitioner's contentions relate to the defect condition addressed by the Chrysler recalls, the factual bases of the petitioner's contentions that any further investigation is necessary are unsupported. In our view, additional investigation is unlikely to result in a finding that a defect related to motor vehicle safety exists or a NHTSA order for the notification and remedy of a safety-related defect as alleged by the petitioner at the conclusion of the requested investigation. Therefore, in view of the need to allocate and prioritize NHTSA's limited resources to best accomplish the agency's safety mission, the petition is den
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
Bars are owner complaints, dots mark years with recalls. Select a year to open its report.