2005 JEEP LIBERTY Recalls (9)

Campaign:
05V460000 on 10/05/2005
Component:
Power train:automatic transmission
Manufactured:
08/31/2004 - 05/31/2005
Affected:
256,409
Defect:
On certain pickup trucks, sport utility and passenger vehicles equipped with 42rle automatic transmissions, the cup plug that retains the park pawl anchor shaft may be improperly installed. if the shaft moves out of position, the vehicle may not be able to achieve 'park' position.
Consequence:
If this occurs and the parking brake is not applied, the vehicle may roll away and cause a crash without warning.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect the transmissions and install a bracket to ensure the park pawl anchor shaft is retained in the proper position. the recall began on november 28, 2005. owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Notes:
Daimlerchrysler recall no. e14.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:
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:
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:
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:
12V085000 on 03/04/2012
Component:
Suspension:rear
Manufactured:
07/02/2003 - 06/28/2007
Affected:
346,900
Defect:
In june 2012, chrysler expanded this recall to include model year 2006 and 2007 jeep liberty vehicles, representing an additional 137,176 vehicles. this recall now concerns certain my 2004-2007 jeep liberty vehicles. the total number vehicles being recalled is now 346,900. these vehicles were manufactured from july 3, 2003 through june 29, 2007. the recall addresses those vehicles originally sold, or currently registered in, connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin, and the district of columbia. some vehicles may be equipped with rear lower control arms that can experience a rear suspension lower control arm fracture due to excessive corrosion due to application of road salts during winter weather conditions.
Consequence:
A fracture of the rear lower control arm may result in a loss of vehicle control and may lead to a vehicle crash.
Correction:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear lower control arms on all affected vehicles originally sold in, or currently registered in, connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin, and the district of columbia, free of charge. the safety recall began on march 26, 2012. owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Notes:
This recall was expanded in june 2012 to include additional model years.chrysler's safety recall number is l27.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:
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:
18V278000 on 05/02/2018
Component:
Suspension:rear
Manufactured:
04/28/2003 - 06/28/2007
Affected:
239,904
Defect:
Chrysler (fca us llc) is recalling certain 2004-2007 jeep liberty vehicles. the rear suspension lower control arms can fracture due to excessive corrosion, causing a loss of vehicle control.
Consequence:
A fractured control arm can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear lower control arms, free of charge. the recall began june 26, 2018. owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. chrysler's number for this recall is u38. note: this recall is an expansion of recall 12v-085. vehicles included in that campaign are not included in this recall.
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.

2005 JEEP LIBERTY TSBs (50)

Bulletin:
1800604A
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
Generic powertrain control module (pcm) procedure. *tt *mj this bulletin supersedes bulletin 18-006-04a dated 04/06/2004. *tt
Bulletin:
1901004
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Power steering fluid contamination. *tt
Bulletin:
D46
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
The powertrain control module (pcm) was inadvertently programmed with incorrect software. this can cause the on board diagnostic (obd) fuel system monitor to malfunction. emissions recall d46. *tt
Bulletin:
0800105
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Dome lamp may not turn off. *eh
Bulletin:
E02
Component:
355100 equipment:other:labels
Summary:
A vehicle emission control information (veci) label that was intended for export vehicles was inadvertently installed in error. emissions recall e02 - veci label. *tt
Bulletin:
0801205
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Tire pressure monitor warning lamp illuminates on non-tpm equipped vehicles. *tt
Bulletin:
1800905
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Extreme cold temperature start improvement and erroneous diagnostic trouble code (dtc). *tt
Bulletin:
0801405
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Mopar accessory remote starter inoperative due to hood switch. *tt
Bulletin:
2100605
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Upon upshifting the 6-speed manual transmission into reverse, the customer may notice that reverse gear may not remain engaged. *tt
Bulletin:
0801605
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
Tcm (transmission control module) internal fault may cause a low line pressure or gear ratio error dtc (diagnostic trouble code). 2004-2005 jeep cherokee (international market) *sc
Bulletin:
0801905
Component:
141100 air bags:frontal:sensor/control module
Summary:
Airbag control and or occupant classification module service. 2005 chrysler voyager. *sc
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:
0900105
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Cylinder head bolt re-torque procedure. gpop - issue review system. *tt
Bulletin:
10182004
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Lower ball joint installation. *eh
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:
0802905
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Intermittent 4wd lamp illumination or malfunction indicator lamp due to diagnostic trouble code p0573 - brake switch #1 circuit high. *tt
Bulletin:
0803605
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Transmission in limp-in mode or malfunction indicator lamp on due to powertrain control module ground wire. *tt
Bulletin:
4851010
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Rapid response transmittal 05-018-2005 kj-flash-mil illumination, hard start, no start, hesitation. 2005 cherokee *sc
Bulletin:
2101305
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Correct shift tower sealer application to prevent restriction of vent. *tt
Bulletin:
2401305
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Air conditioning (a/c) cooling coil odor. *tt
Bulletin:
05008
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Rapid response transmittal service action #05-008a. turbo engine bent valve or valves. *tt
Bulletin:
2101505
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
45rfe/545rfe trans - delayed engagement due to cooler return filter replacement. *sc
Bulletin:
2101605
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Rfe transmission - delayed engagement after an extended off period. *sc
Bulletin:
0804805
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Jeep service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. rear axle fluid may contaminate the differential mounted rear wheel speed sensor. *sc updated 3/17/09. csc letter was received. *pe
Bulletin:
2500105
Component:
063100 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control
Summary:
Malfunction indicator lamp due to diagnostic trouble code p0401-egr solenoid circuit negative deviation or system performance. *sc
Bulletin:
1900805
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Revised power steering system bleeding procedures. *sc
Bulletin:
1803805
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Flash: engine start and drive ability at altitude/brake switch dtc p0504. *ak
Bulletin:
2200205
Component:
199000 tires:pressure monitoring and regulating systems
Summary:
Tire pressure monitor - system information. *tt
Bulletin:
1400106
Component:
090000 fuel system, other
Summary:
Loose fuel cap message or malfunction indicator lamp illumination for diagnostic trouble code p0457 - evap system - loose fuel cap. *tt
Bulletin:
2101705
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Flash: 42rle - improved hill climb capability in reverse or dtc's p1713 / p1776. *tt
Bulletin:
1800906
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Enhanced torque converter and glow plug operation or brake switch dtc p0504. *tt
Bulletin:
2100906
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illumination; a rattle-like sound from the torque converter; and intermittent torque converter lock and unlock when in lock-up mode. *tt
Bulletin:
2100206
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Flash 42rle - improved hill climb capability in reverse or diagnostic trouble codes (dtc) p1713/p1776. *kb
Bulletin:
0803006
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Powertrain control module initialization. *kb
Bulletin:
2200406
Component:
199000 tires:pressure monitoring and regulating systems
Summary:
Tire pressure monitor system information. *kb
Bulletin:
37
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Transmission torque converter may fail. failure may cause a rattling sound in neutral or park positions. malfunction indicator lamp (mil) may illuminate. transmission problems can be caused. *kb
Bulletin:
2100507
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Improved hill climb capability in reverse or dtc's p1713 / p1776. *kb
Bulletin:
0800107
Component:
140000 air bags
Summary:
Passenger air bag deactivation. *kb
Bulletin:
1802907
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
Generic powertrain control module (pcm) procedure. *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:
SB-18-014-09
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
Chrysler/jeep: flash: esp system may prematurely activate momentarily when negotiating a curve or mil illumination due to diagnostic trouble code p0340, p0344 or p0116. this involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the powertrain con
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:
RL108213A$
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Nag1 (5a580) valve body as per warranty bulletin d-13-22, please use r2108213a$ valve body for all warranty (w), mopar (m) and mopar vehicle protection (f) claims.~ assembly also includes filter (52108325aa) and gasket (52108332aa).~
Bulletin:
9001745
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
05174039a$, 05072384a$, 05072138a$ - a/c pressure transducer for vehicles calling out ac pressure transducer kit 05072138aa as a service part but built with different mating wiring connector (round) - also order connector repair kit 0501
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:
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
Bulletin:
18-042-14
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
Generic powertrain control module (pcm) procedure this bulletin involves programming a generic pcm with software.

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