Three problems related to loud engine noise have been reported for the 2002 Jeep Liberty. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2002 Jeep Liberty based on all problems reported for the 2002 Liberty.
The contact owns a 2002 Jeep Liberty. The contact heard an abnormal noise associated with the 3. 7 liter engine. The contact noticed there was a strong hesitation without warning and the vehicle later stalled more than once. The vehicle was parked at the contact's residence due to the failure. The contact indicated that the number two cylinder may fail and cause the valves to drop onto the pistons, which could cause the motor and cylinder head to fail. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and suggested that the dealer perform diagnostic testing. The approximate failure mileage was 147,000.
Tl- the contact owns a 2002 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that the vehicle exhibited an abnormally loud noise when driving at various speeds. The vehicle was inspected by an independent mechanic and the contact was advised that the number two cylinder intake valve seat separated and fell into the pistons. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and offered no assistance. The failure and current mileages was approximately 123,000. Kmj.
The contact owns a 2002 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that the engine exhibited an abnormally loud noise when first starting. Upon further inspection, the contact stated that parts of the engine began fracturing and the vehicle was taken to the dealer. The dealer advised that the engine would need to be taken apart to determine the failure. The manufacturer was contacted and advised they were unable to assist because they were not aware of the failure. The contact was advised by a local mechanic that the replacement engine could malfunction in the same manner as the original. The vehicle was not repaired and the VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 140,000.