Front Suspension Control Arm problems of the 2003 Jeep Liberty

Tl the contact owns a 2003 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that the ball joint and control arm detached while driving. The vehicle was taken to martin swanty Chrysler Dodge Jeep ram (2640 e. Andy devine Ave, kingman, az 86401) to be diagnosed. The contact was unaware of the results from the diagnostic test. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was later taken to an independent mechanic where the tie rod, ball joint, upper control arms and cv axles were replaced however, the failure recurred a third time. The vehicle was towed back to the independent mechanic. The vehicle was repaired again. The contact mentioned that the ball joint was replaced four times. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and provided a case number. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000. The VIN was not available.

The contact owns a 2003 Jeep Liberty. While driving approximately 60 mph, the vehicle made a popping noise whenever it was turned. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the upper and lower control arms and ball joints failed. The manufacturer was notified. The dealer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 170,000.

Tl the contact owns a 2003 Jeep Liberty. While driving approximately 35 mph, the vehicle veered to the left. The vehicle was driven to efird Chrysler Jeep Dodge (1227 w lucas st, florence, SC 29501) where it was determined that the driver's side control arm, which was previously repaired by the former owner with an aftermarket part, failed and needed replacement. The vehicle was not repaired and remained at the dealer. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 247,000.

Tl the contact owns a 2003 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that upon inspecting the under body and frame of the vehicle concerning the suspension, the contact noticed that the rear control arm bracket fractured from the driver's side of the frame. There had been extensive rust and corrosion on the frame, the lower control arm and the rockers pertaining to the rear axle. The vehicle was not diagnosed by a dealer or an independent mechanic. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000. Dyd.

Good morning, I am trying to file a complaint about an accident my son had in his 2003 Jeep Liberty. While driving around a curve at a slow rate of speed the control arm on the front passenger broke causing my son to lose control of his vehicle and smash into a tree. Resulting in major damage to the vehicle. And no being without a car for work. Please advise.

My mechanic got stumped on some suspension problems, and looked online for similar issues. What he came across was articles by consumer reports and auto trader about recalls with Jeep Libertys from 2003 to 2005 that will have rear suspension, specifically rear lower control arms problems, resulting in the tires loosening or even break away from the vehicle. I am not a mechanic, but what I have read fits the description of what my Jeep is doing, and the area of concern expressed by my mechanic. Even when the Jeep has not been recalled for this, "officially" I would like it looked into as the problem fits the recall description and model years. When I am driving it, it intermittently shakes from the backend, little fish tail motions. It happens at most speeds, but more noticeable when above maybe 25mph. (although it does it at slower speeds as well) it is nerve racking, and noticeable from passengers as well, as twice I've been asked by passengers, "whats wrong with your Jeep?" below on this page it is asking me for a date of "when did this happen?". That I don't know, its not something that happened overnight, its been steadily creeping up, getting worse. My mechanic made mention of it a few months ago. I have had no luck having this listed as a recall, despite what I mentioned previously that the problem fits the description and whats happening. I decided to fill this out to see if anything else could be found or done with the recall. Thank you.

The contact owned a 2003 Jeep Liberty. While driving 75 mph, the front driver side tire blew out without warning. The contact was the front passenger in the vehicle. The driver stated that the vehicle felt as if the front driver side of the vehicle struck the ground. The vehicle fishtailed and collided with the median, rolled several times, spun out, and landed on its roof. The driver side air bag deployed, but the passenger side and other air bags failed to deploy. The driver sustained two broken fingers on the left hand, contusions, left body side muscle soreness, and a concussion. The rear passenger occupant sustained a cut to the right arm and left leg and bruising. The middle rear passenger sustained minor bruising, and the driver side rear passenger sustained back injuries. All occupants required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed and deemed a total loss. The cause of the failure was not determined. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. Several months ago, the vehicle was serviced per a ball joint recall and a possible control arm recall. The VIN was invalid. The failure mileage was approximately 131,000.

Vehicle has less than 61,000 miles and upper control arm has deteriorated and must be changed. There is a recall (j17) for this specific part and model of vehicle but only for certain states. The part is the same regardless of where the vehicle is located. Please explore including all 2003 Jeep Liberty models in this recall.

The contact owns a 2003 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated while driving 15 mph, the passenger side wheel fell off causing the vehicle to come to a complete halt. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The technician stated that the upper bolt joint fractured due to corrosion. As a result, the upper control arms and bolt joints needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 09v119000 (suspension ). The vehicle was repaired. The failure and current mileage was 91,000. Updated 01/31/2014 the consumer stated Chrysler did not honor the recall. The consumer was informed the vehicle was not covered under the recall, because the vehicle was built outside of the dates of the recall. The consumer would like for the dates of the recall, to be expanded. Updated 02/04/14.

The contact owns a 2003 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that while driving 55 mph the rear of the vehicle spun out of control. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the lower control arms was defective. As a result, the lower control arm and the bushings needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 150,000.

At only 66,000 miles original owner directly from a 4-year corporate lease, a large corrosion/rust hole through bottom of passenger side body frame rail has been discovered, where lower control arm meets the frame rail. Breakage of the rear frame rail is pending due to rust hole, would likely cause a spontaneous loss of steering, injury or death. Jeep is too dangerous to drive. Must spend $2,000 to try to replace frame rail. Contacted Chrysler but they would not fix due to year of vehicle, corrosion recalls are 2004-2007. The entire underside of vehicle is rusted and only a matter of time before all other components rust through including suspension and brake lines as well as lesser parts already going like rear window currently rusted shut and engine parts with corrosion beginning. I live in NJ which is included in the "salt belt" -states that use salts to DE-ice roadways in winter, so the recall on my would not affect my vehicle regardless of it's year. It is my opinion that there is a major corrosion/rust issue in the earlier Jeep Liberty models which makes these vehicles very dangerous to drive. Buyers beware especially in the northeast. Have a thorough inspection for rust before buying any used Jeep Liberty.

I was advised by my Jeep dealership that my 2003 Jeep Liberty needs both the left and right front upper control arms replaced. 2003 Jeep Liberty vehicles manufactured from may 2002 through September 2002 have been recalled due to the failure of this component. The Chrysler recall is no. J17 (NHTSA campaign id 09v119000; NHTSA action number ea08008). My Jeep Liberty was manufactured in October 2002 - one month after the recall period and therefore isn't eligible for this recall. In researching Chrysler recall no j17, the root cause of the upper control arm issue was never determined. It was only determined that 70% of incidents occurred during this time period while only accounting for 11% of vehicle production (a "spike"). I argue that since my Jeep was manufactured one month after the recall period, and requires upper control arm replacement, it is the same issue experience by vechicles under the j17 recall. I ask that either: (1) Chrysler replace my upper control arms free of charge -or- (2) NHTSA / odi extend the recall to cover the remaining 2003 Jeep Liberty vehicles not covered under j17. I ask for NHTSA / odi's assistance in seeking reimbursement from Chrysler and investigating extension of the j17 recall.

The contact owns a 2003 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that there was rust on both the front and rear control arms. The dealer diagnosed that there may have been a leak that was causing the rust. The manufacturer was notified, but denied any assistance with repairs to the defect. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 68,000.

The contact owns a 2003 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that the vehicle was included in a recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number 09v119000 (suspension:front:control arm). An authorized dealer was notified and the contact was informed that the parts necessary to remedy the failure were on national back order. The contact was also informed that they did not know when the parts would become available. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 62,000.

The contact owns a 2003 Jeep Liberty sport. The contact stated that he received a recall notice for recall 09v119000 (suspension: front: control arms) in November 2010. On November 18, 2010, the front driver side tire separated from the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer where it was repaired. The contact called the manufacturer and filed a complaint; the manufacturer stated that the repair for the recall should have been performed April 2010. The current and failure mileages were approximately 80,000.

Tl-the contact owns a 2003 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that after receiving a recall notice in regards to NHTSA campaign id number 09v119000 ( suspension:front:control arm). She has tried to contact the dealer and the manufacturer and they advised 6 months ago that the parts still not available. The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 55,000. Tb.

The contact owns a 2003 Jeep Liberty. The contact received notification of NHTSA recall campaign id number: 09v119000 (suspension: front: control arm) and when contacting the dealer, she was told the parts needed to make the repairs were on backorder and they were unable to secure an appointment for her. The dealer advised placing her on the waiting list and the dealer could not confirm when the part would become available. The contact stated the recall has exceeded a reasonable time for repair. The failure and current mileages were 120,000.

The contact owns a 2003 Jeep Liberty. The contact received recall notice (NHTSA campaign id number 09v119000: suspension front, control arm) and upon contacting the dealer was told that they only received one set of parts per week. The contact was informed that he was number five on the dealers waiting list, which meant he would not be able to have vehicle repaired for at least another five weeks. The manufacturer was contacted but would not provide any further assistance. There were no failures at this time. The current mileage was 130,000. Updated 07/01/10 the consumer stated he still has not heard from the dealer or Chrysler. Updated 07/02/10.

- the contact owns a 2003 Jeep Liberty. While driving approximately 15 mph, the front end collapsed with separation of the front driver wheel axle. There was no prior warning. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer. The technician stated the failure was identical to a recall under NHTSA campaign id number 09v119000 (suspension: front: control arm). The vehicle had not been repaired at the time of the complaint. The failure and current mileages were 80,000.

The contact owns a 2003 Jeep Liberty. The contact was driving approximately 35 mph on normal road conditions. There was a loud noise outside of the vehicle, followed by an excessive vibration. The driver pulled over to the side of the road and inspected the vehicle. The vehicle resumed operation exhibiting continuous failures. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnostic testing. The failures were contributed to the upper control arm ball joint. There was a recall under NHTSA campaign id number 09v119000 (suspension:front:control arm). The contact experienced the identical failures as mentioned in the recall. However, the VIN was excluded from the recall defect. The vehicle was repaired for the malfunction. The failure mileage was 122,000.

On Friday June 12th, 2009, my wife was driving our 2003 Jeep Liberty home. After stopping for a stop sign, she turned to the left and immediately the upper front ball joint gave way. (it was completely rusted on the inside) the Jeep has 42087 miles on it. Fortunately my wife was going very slow, otherwise there is no telling how severe an accident could have occurred. Chrysler/Jeep said that there has been no recalls on this particular model, yet I found a April 15, 2009 posting on the internet saying that there have been recalls for the upper control arm ball joints (recall n. J17) on models sold in the "salt belt states". We are in pennsylvania. I've had the part replaced but would caution other Jeep Liberty owners about a potentially serious problem.

The contact owns a 2003 Jeep Liberty. When the contact took the vehicle to an auto shop for routine maintenance, he was informed that the rubber boots on the upper control arm ball joints were severely torn and needed to be replaced. The dealer recommended that the ball joints be replaced. They also stated recently that the part was on national back order and could not advise him of the date of availability. The VIN was unknown. The current and failure mileages were approximately 34,600.

I only stopped to realize that there was a problem when I saw that there was an investigation going. We lost control of our 2003 Jeep Liberty in the winter of 2003. We did not report it as it was a hill that had ice. We had the car in 4wd low and never went beyond 2 miles an hour. The car continued to slide and slide and there was no control over it and we ended up hitting the mountain, the better of the 2 scenarios the other going off a cliff. Every hill I drive I have the same problem mostly when there is snow on the ground (even fresh non-ice) snow if there is any degree of angle to the hill, I can not drive it. I have slipped several times on angled dirt roads but not to the degree that I continue to have with snow covered hills. . . . After reading the report I realized that this could be caused to the recall and issues that are taking place. . . I am not certain, but am giving this information should it help in any way. . . . Thanks!.

: the contact stated while reversing out of a parking spot the ball joint fractured. The vehicle was towed to a dealership where the ball joint was replaced. The ball joint was replaced previously under a recall. Updated 8/1/2006 -.