2012 Jeep Liberty Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 24about this part
- Share
- 6%of 385 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 40,000miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 24 complaints about the body and structure of the 2012 Jeep Liberty, 6% of the 385 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 40,000 miles. 4 of these say a crash was involved and 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I was hit on my passenger front, while attempting to cross into a parking lot, so hard until my tire rod bent at a 90* angle. My passenger airbag didn't deploy. None of my airbags deployed. There was no blind spot warning. Even after the impact, there was no alarm or notification of the damage, as the firemen were attempting to drive my car out of the road.”
NHTSA complaint #11377617, filed 2020-12, 76,000 miles“Sky slider roof broken, will not open nor close. I have to put a tarp over my Jeep to keep the rain out. Cannot be repaired due to no parts available. The possibility for this roof to fly off while driving at high speeds is real. Chrysler/Jeep needs to remedy this problem.”
NHTSA complaint #11329558, filed 2020-06, 41,000 miles“Heat shield/blanket between exhaust and body .almost started on fire. I smelt something burning like paper/plastic. I crawled under Jeep to see what it was. I saw smoke and red embers in that padding.”
NHTSA complaint #11328214, filed 2020-06, 123,380 miles“I was coming home from work, as I turned onto my exit there was a pop sound and then it started hissing and smoking. I slowed down and pulled over and got out of the vehicle. It started to smoke, caught on fire and burned totally up before my eyes. I have only had this vehicle for six (6) months.”
NHTSA complaint #10610894, filed 2014-07, 36,000 miles“The sky slider roof became detached when driving on a highway. My children were in the car when this happened. The only parts available to fix this issue is an aftermarket product. This concerns me due to not knowing how well this part is made. Considering chrysler has taken the parts off of the market, it appears they are aware of the defects and safety issues. I am unable to drive my car for fear the roof will blow off while I am driving it. There are no recalls currently for this and I am shocked.”
NHTSA complaint #11229033, filed 2019-07, 64,500 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10229572Aug 19, 2022Approved Use of Weld Through Primers This bulletin documents the FCA US LLC position regarding the use of weld through primer when using Squeeze Type Resistance Spot Welding…
- 10225424Aug 19, 2022Approved Use of Weld Through Primers This bulletin documents the FCA US LLC position regarding the use of weld through primer when using Squeeze Type Resistance Spot Welding…
- 10225287Aug 19, 2022Approved Use of Weld Through Primers This bulletin documents the FCA US LLC position regarding the use of weld through primer when using Squeeze Type Resistance Spot Welding…
- 10175743Apr 30, 2020Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
- 10220101Nov 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.
- 10220099Nov 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…
- 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.
- 10169245Nov 20, 2019Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
- 10216407Feb 22, 2013Left And/Or Right Door High Closing Effort This bulletin involves inspecting front door body mounted seal placement and if necessary, adjusting seals and/or left and/or right…
Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 24 | 6% |
| 2011 | 17 | 9% |
| 2010 | 16 | 8% |
| 2009 | 20 | 19% |
| 2008 | 85 | 16% |
| 2007 | 106 | 15% |
| 2006 | 131 | 10% |
| 2005 | 137 | 12% |
| 2004 | 128 | 12% |
| 2003 | 111 | 8% |
| 2002 | 108 | 6% |
| 2001 | 1 | 10% |
| 2000 | 1 | 17% |
Other parts of the 2012 Jeep Liberty
169 complaintsElectrical system
117 complaintsEngine
44 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
34 complaintsOther or unknown
31 complaintsExterior lighting
20 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
18 complaintsSeats
16 complaintsBrakes
12 complaintsFuel system
11 complaintsElectronic stability control
10 complaintsSeat belts
8 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2012 Jeep Liberty
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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