2003 JEEP LIBERTY Recalls (15)

Campaign:
03V460000 on 11/18/2003
Component:
Suspension:front:control arm:lower ball joint
Manufactured:
01/01/2001 - 03/25/2003
Affected:
336,000
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.
Correction:
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 inspect the ball joint assemblies (and replace them as necessary) and install heat shields. owner notification began on december 15, 2003. owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-992-1997.
Notes:
Daimlerchrysler recall no. c36.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
06E026000 on 03/22/2006
Component:
Exterior lighting
Affected:
61,944
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.
Correction:
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.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to pro-a motors aftermarket lamps and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.for more information on the lamp model numbers, click on document search and view document titled "lamp model numbers."customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
06E049000 on 06/04/2006
Component:
Exterior lighting
Affected:
27,176
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.
Correction:
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.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles manufactured by the vehicle manufacturers.for more information on the lamp model numbers, click on document search and view document titled "lamp model numbers."customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
06E065000 on 07/16/2006
Component:
Exterior lighting
Affected:
3,593
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.
Correction:
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.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to aj motorsport aftermarket lamps and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.for more information on the lamp model numbers, click on document search and view document titled "lamp model numbers."customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
06V288000 on 08/02/2006
Component:
Suspension:front:control arm:lower ball joint
Manufactured:
01/01/2001 - 03/14/2006
Affected:
826,687
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.
Correction:
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.
Notes:
Daimlerchrysler recall no. f23.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
09E012000 on 04/06/2009
Component:
Exterior lighting
Affected:
16,270
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.
Correction:
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.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles produced by the vehicle manufacturer.in order to determine if your aftermarket lamp assembly is affected by this noncompliance, please review the list of model numbers provided to us by sabersport.the list can be found under "document search" located at the bottom of your screen.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Campaign:
09V119000 on 04/08/2009
Component:
Suspension:front:control arm
Manufactured:
04/30/2002 - 09/29/2002
Affected:
43,489
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 joint may experience a loss of lubrication which could lead to corrosion, accelerated wear, and possible separation while driving.
Consequence:
Failure of the ball joint could result in a loss of steering capability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
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.
Notes:
Chrysler recall no. j17.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Campaign:
09E039000 on 06/18/2009
Component:
Suspension
Affected:
44
Defect:
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.
Correction:
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.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Campaign:
12E047000 on 10/22/2012
Component:
Suspension:front:hub
Affected:
892
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 jeep vehicles.
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.
Correction:
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 being conducted by timken, not chrysler/jeep.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
12V527000 on 11/07/2012
Component:
Air bags
Manufactured:
01/08/2001 - 03/27/2003
Affected:
744,822
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 the vehicle is being operated.
Consequence:
Inadvertent deployment of the airbags may increase the risk of injury and the possibility of a vehicle crash.
Correction:
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 to be available in april 2013. the remedy for affected grand cherokee vehicles is expected to be available later in the year. owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-247-9753.
Notes:
Chrysler's recall campaign number is m35.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
12V527000 on 11/07/2012
Component:
Air bags:frontal:sensor/control module
Manufactured:
01/08/2001 - 03/27/2003
Affected:
744,822
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 the vehicle is being operated.
Consequence:
Inadvertent deployment of the airbags may increase the risk of injury and the possibility of a vehicle crash.
Correction:
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 to be available in april 2013. the remedy for affected grand cherokee vehicles is expected to be available later in the year. owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-247-9753.
Notes:
Chrysler's recall campaign number is m35.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
13V252000 on 06/18/2013
Component:
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Affected:
1,560,000
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.
Correction:
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 free of charge, provided the condition of the vehicle can support proper installation. on vehicles in the recall that are equipped with an aftermarket tow hitch, chrysler will assess whether the hitch and surrounding areas show evidence of sharp edges or other puncture risks. if so, chrysler will replace the tow hitch with a chrysler designed tow hitch free of charge, provided the condition of the vehicle can support proper installation. on vehicles already equipped with a chrysler designed tow hitch, chrysler will inspect the area around the tow hitch installation, and if any installation issues are identified, they will be repaired free of charge. the recall began on august 1, 2014. owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. chrysler's recall campaign numbers are n45 (for the grand cherokee vehicles) and n46 (for the liberty vehicles).
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
13V252000 on 06/18/2013
Component:
Structure
Affected:
1,560,000
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.
Correction:
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 free of charge, provided the condition of the vehicle can support proper installation. on vehicles in the recall that are equipped with an aftermarket tow hitch, chrysler will assess whether the hitch and surrounding areas show evidence of sharp edges or other puncture risks. if so, chrysler will replace the tow hitch with a chrysler designed tow hitch free of charge, provided the condition of the vehicle can support proper installation. on vehicles already equipped with a chrysler designed tow hitch, chrysler will inspect the area around the tow hitch installation, and if any installation issues are identified, they will be repaired free of charge. the recall began on august 1, 2014. owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. chrysler's recall campaign numbers are n45 (for the grand cherokee vehicles) and n46 (for the liberty vehicles).
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
15V046000 on 01/27/2015
Component:
Air bags:frontal
Manufactured:
01/08/2001 - 03/27/2003
Affected:
752,644
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 module (ecm), a component in the ecm may fail, causing the front air bags, side air bags, and/or seatbelt pretensioners to deploy inadvertently while the vehicle is being operated.
Consequence:
Inadvertent deployment of the air bags may increase the risk of injury and the possibility of a vehicle crash.
Correction:
Chrysler dealers will replace the air bag control module and side impact sensors as required, free of charge. these parts are not currently available, however, an interim repair is available free of charge that reduces the risk of an inadvertent deployment. this recall remedy was applied during earlier recall campaigns of these vehicles under safety recalls 12v527 and 13v040. all owners that have not had the recall repair performed under safety recalls 12v527 or 13v040 are strongly encouraged to have it performed and not wait for the final remedy to be deployed to the field. the recall began on december 29, 2015. owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. chrysler's number for this recall is r06.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
15V673000 on 10/18/2015
Component:
Air bags:side/window
Manufactured:
03/28/2003 - 07/02/2003
Affected:
284,611
Defect:
Chrysler (fca us llc) is recalling certain model year 2003 jeep liberty vehicles manufactured march 29, 2003, to july 3, 2003, and 2004 jeep grand cherokee vehicles manufactured may 27, 2003, to may 20, 2004. due to electrical noise beyond the tolerance of the air bag electronic control module (ecm), a component in the ecm may fail, causing the front air bags, side air bags, and/or seatbelt pretensioners to deploy inadvertently while the vehicle is being operated.
Consequence:
Inadvertent deployment of the air bags may increase the risk of injury and the possibility of a vehicle crash.
Correction:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag electronic control module and the side impact sensors, as necessary, free of charge. the recall began on may 5, 2016. owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. chrysler's number for this recall is r60.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

2003 JEEP LIBERTY TSBs (38)

Bulletin:
2200102
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Chrome wheel care. *slc
Bulletin:
1802002
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Flash programming failure recovery. *slc
Bulletin:
02014
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Overhead console electronic vehicle information center (evic) may have the service interval feature set higher than 6,000 miles, on certain early 2003 models. *tt
Bulletin:
02024
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Harsh shifts due to a sticking pressure sensor transducer. *tt
Bulletin:
03001
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Cowl plenum body seam may lack sufficient body sealer. *tt
Bulletin:
1800503
Component:
180000 vehicle speed control
Summary:
Transmission shift/speed control improvements. *jb
Bulletin:
15
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
Emission recall to inspect and replace the fuel pump assembly which may cause vehicle to emit hydrocarbon (hc) and carbon monoxide (co) levels above the allowable limits. *tt
Bulletin:
03010
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Scored 3.7l engine crankshaft. *tt
Bulletin:
1800503B
Component:
180000 vehicle speed control
Summary:
Transmission shift/speed control improvements/possible malfunction indicator lamp illumination. *tt
Bulletin:
2100603A
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Transmission harsh 4-3 downshift. *tt
Bulletin:
2100703
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
New fasteners to prevent possible 42rle transmission fluid weepage. *tt
Bulletin:
0500303
Component:
030000 service brakes, hydraulic
Summary:
Rear disc brake moan-like sound. *tt
Bulletin:
0600203
Component:
101000 power train:clutch assembly
Summary:
Clutch slipping. 2004 cherokee included. *tt
Bulletin:
1800503C
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Transmission shift / speed control improvements / possible malfunction indicator lamp illumination. *tt
Bulletin:
2100503A
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Delayed or temporary loss of transmission engagement after initial start up on various models including the 2004 pacifica, sebring convertible, sebring sedan, intrepid and 2003 sx2.0. *tt
Bulletin:
0500104
Component:
045200 service brakes, air:disc:pads
Summary:
The customer may experience a rear brake moan-like sound during light or no brake application pressure. *mn
Bulletin:
2300204
Component:
132000 visibility:glass, side/rear
Summary:
Flip-up glass may open after vehicle has been exposed to very wet conditions. *tt *mj
Bulletin:
0900704
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Irregular engine snapping sound. *tt
Bulletin:
050304
Component:
030000 service brakes, hydraulic
Summary:
Domestic front disc brakes pad kit availability. *tt
Bulletin:
0803403
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
New spark plug for 2.4l engine. *mj
Bulletin:
16
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
The rear flip-up window switch may be improperly sealed and could allow water to enter into the switch. this can cause the flip-up window to open unintentionally if it is left unlocked. customer satisfaction d16. *tt
Bulletin:
2100804
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illumination -diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p1776 solenoid switch valve latched in lr position. *mj this bulletin replaces 21-008-04 dated june 1, 2004. *tt
Bulletin:
2100905
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Mil (malfunction indicator lamp) illumination for dtc's (diagnostic trouble codes) p0750, p0755, p0760, p0765, p0846, p0871 or p0841. 2004-2005 jeep cherokee and 2005 chrysler 300/magnum *sc
Bulletin:
0801505
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
Powertrain control module initialization. *sc
Bulletin:
05002
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
New water pump for 3.7l engine - no longer common with 4.7l. advanced service information #05-002. *tt
Bulletin:
2401305
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Air conditioning (a/c) cooling coil odor. *tt
Bulletin:
2101505
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
45rfe/545rfe trans - delayed engagement due to cooler return filter replacement. *sc
Bulletin:
1900805
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Revised power steering system bleeding procedures. *sc
Bulletin:
0803006
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Powertrain control module initialization. *kb
Bulletin:
0800107
Component:
140000 air bags
Summary:
Passenger air bag deactivation. *kb
Bulletin:
2500108
Component:
063110 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:crankcase (pcv)
Summary:
Positive crankcase ventilation (pcv) system freezes in extreme cold ambient temperatures -- involves installing revised pcv system components. *nj
Bulletin:
13-002-14
Component:
211000 trailer hitches:fifth wheel assembly
Summary:
Jeep grand cherokee 1993-1998, jeep liberty 2002-2007. service bulletin regarding the vehicles with n45 or n46 trailer hitch assembly. the new trailer hitch assembly has been installed. *lj
Bulletin:
M3511082012
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
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
Bulletin:
9002519
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
82212076, 82203694 - fabric cleaner this "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in california, the otc states (connecticut, delaware, massachusetts, maine, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, pennsylvania, virginia, and washington dc
Bulletin:
M3511082012
Summary:
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
Bulletin:
N45062013
Component:
160000 structure
Summary:
New safety recall advanced communication ? n45062013 during recent discussions, the national highway traffic safety administration (?nhtsa?) and chrysler group llc (?chrysler?) mutually identified an opportunity to incrementally improve th
Bulletin:
9003192
Component:
200000 wheels
Summary:
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
Bulletin:
13-002-14
Component:
210000 trailer hitches
Summary:
Towing capacity for vehicles modified with n45 or n46 trailer-hitch assembly this bulletin specifies the approved tow rating for vehicles not equipped with trailer tow package that have received a trailer-hitch assembly as a result of the

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