Seven problems related to steering column have been reported for the 2003 Jeep Liberty. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2003 Jeep Liberty based on all problems reported for the 2003 Liberty.
The contact owns a 2003 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that the vehicle would not start and no warning lamps were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a dealer who diagnosed that the steering column was fractured and causing the ignition switch to malfunction. As a result, the steering needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 92,000.
The contact owns a 2003 Jeep Liberty. The contact attempted to start the vehicle but the key would not turn in the ignition. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where the contact was advised that the steering column, ignition switch and lock cylinder needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 53,000.
The contact owns a 2003 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that when she inserted the key into the ignition, it would not turn. The vehicle was towed to a local mechanic who stated that a piece of the steering column broke and was preventing the key from turning. The mechanic stated that the unless something long was stuck into the ignition like a screwdriver, the ignition could not be turned over. The mechanic called the manufacturer who stated that they were no longer making the part needed for repair and the entire steering column needed to be replaced. The current and failure mileages were 80,400. Updated 03/22/lj updated 05/05/11.
For the past month or so, my steering wheel ignition locking mechanism has been nerve racking. I put the key in, but it doesn't even turn. . . Almost like I am using the wrong key. If I jiggle a bit it will work. . . But last night nothing was working. Now - my steering column is locked, so I can't even attempt to spin the steering wheel while I try the key. It has been towed, which now will cost me an arm and a leg I am sure to fix. I have researched online and was surprised to see how many people are complaining about the same thing. We are all having the exact same problems. I have read things like broken shift interlock cable, broken ignition rod, etc. . . I am puzzled why this hasn't been brought to the surface and there is no recall. This is dangerous especially for those that have young children, like myself, incase I am stranded in the middle of nowhere. Who knows what lowlife would cross my path all because Jeep was aware of this problem and hasn't so much as even recognized the issue. I will never buy a Jeep again.
This is a problem with my 2003 Jeep Liberty. Difficulty turning key in ignition. Steering wheel must be forced to turn to the right. Dealer says that the steering column must be replaced due to bearing seizure. Cost = $630. This is a dangerous situation and should cause a recall. Checking various forums, numerous people have had difficulty with ignition and steering column problems.
My 2003 Jeep Liberty will not start. I replaced the key lock component 4 months ago. Now, my dealer is telling me that I need an entire steering column at the cost of $1000. . Read more...
While driving 55 mph the steering column malfunctioned. As a result the driver loss control causing the vehicle to roll over three times landing on it's roof. The airbag deployed upon impact. No injuries reported. The consumer states two weeks prior to the collision the steering column experienced problems such as vibration and loud clunking noises. Please provide any additional information.