2004 Jeep Liberty Equipment Problems
- Complaints
- 8about this part
- Share
- 1%of 1,101 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 79,500miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 8 complaints about the equipment of the 2004 Jeep Liberty, 1% of the 1,101 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 79,500 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Received a recall notice saying fuel tank has chance of fuel leak during rear end collision and chrysler would install a trailer hitch. They stated that the parts required for this program are currently not available and they would contact me by mail with a follow-up notice. It has been months and I have still not received any follow-up notice and would like to know the status of this recall.”
NHTSA complaint #10609286, filed 2014-07, 80,000 miles“As I press the unlock button on my remote the door remains locked. I needed to have the door opened to change the taillights, but the door couldn't open so I took it to the dealer since I only owned the truck for a year.they said it would cost me about $200.00 to open the door and change the bulb, . Because the door actuator was busted.I couldn't afford that because the bulb only cost me $5.99. …”
NHTSA complaint #10532201, filed 2013-07, 79,000 miles“2004 Jeep Liberty sport. On march 20, 2009 while driving, the auto transmission slipped out of gear, would not shift out of 1st gear. On march 24th, Liberty returned to us. Dealer charged $500 to replace wiring attached to PCM, stating they were worn out and not covered under warranty. On april 24th the same problem occurred while driving on the interstate in connecticut, the Liberty abruptly downshifted from 4th to 1st gear nearly causing us to be struck by trailing vehicles, and would not go into any other driving gear. …”
NHTSA complaint #10276299, filed 2009-07, 82,000 miles“2004 Jeep Liberty only 43,000. Was backing out of driveway, heard loud bang, right front tire fell to ground. Could not move vehicle. Damage was done to right front fender. Car was towed. Right front ball joint fell out. Was told by dealership that this was not covered under drive train warranty. Notified chrysler of incident, was also told by chrysler corp. That this was not covered under drive train warranty. Ask about a recall, and was told about a 2002 Jeep Liberty recall on ball joint but not on 2004 models. …”
NHTSA complaint #10160852, filed 2006-06, 43,231 miles“I received a notice of recall for the installation of a trailer hitch. As of today the dealer claims no parts are available. What is going on? Am I getting a runaround?”
NHTSA complaint #10572915, filed 2014-03Related recalls
- 04V048000Feb 3, 2004On certain sport utility vehicles, due to a recent software programming error, the tire, wheel, and inflation pressure information was inadvertently omitted…Covers: Jeep Liberty 2004, Grand Cherokee 2004, Wrangler 2004
Related service bulletins
- 10191442Feb 22, 2021Mechanical rocker arm, intake, 1.7 ratio.
- 10175743Apr 30, 2020Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
- 10175735Apr 22, 2020Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and…
- 10176210Mar 18, 2020This SKU is a Ball Joint. The customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect the cup material. Plastic cup material has the potential to have a shorter…
- 10176209Mar 18, 2020This SKU is a Ball Joint. The customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect the cup material. Plastic cup material has the potential to have a shorter…
- 10220097Nov 20, 2019Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
- 10169249Nov 20, 2019Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
- 10169247Nov 20, 2019Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage…
- 10220995Sep 3, 2014Part Description: Insulator on Lever Assy Manual Valve - Valve Body - RWD Transmission Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and instruction sheet are…
- 10217728Jul 30, 2014Generic Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Procedure This bulletin involves programming a generic PCM with software.
Equipment: other model years
Other parts of the 2004 Jeep Liberty
456 complaintsFuel system
186 complaintsBody and structure
128 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
121 complaintsElectrical system
80 complaintsSteering
54 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
52 complaintsOther or unknown
42 complaintsBrakes
40 complaintsExterior lighting
40 complaintsAir bags
39 complaintsEngine
32 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2004 Jeep Liberty
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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