Tank Assembly problems of the 2004 Jeep Liberty

The contact owns a 2004 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that after placing fuel into the vehicle, the fuel spewed out of the fuel tank. Due to the failure, the contact was unable to place fuel into the fuel tank. The contact had taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic where minor repairs were made to the vehicle however, he was unable to determine the cause for the failure however, the failure persisted. The contact attempted to reach the manufacturer but was unable to speak with a representative. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.

2004 Jeep Liberty. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle gas tank repair issues. The consumer was informed the gas tank was lying on the ground, when she arrived at the gas station to get gas.

2004 Jeep Liberty. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle recall due to possible gas tank leakage and potential fire in a low level collision. The consumer stated after the vehicle was inspected, it was determined Chrysler would not complete the recall repair, due to what the industry called level 5 corrosion. The dealer gave the consumer a $3,146. 35 estimate to repair the vehicle, before they would perform the recall.

2004 Jeep Liberty. Consumer writes in regards to the fuel tank leakage recall notice issues. The consumer stated he waited for weeks, only to be told by the dealer, the parts were not available. Fearing for her safety, she took care of the problem by having a trailer hitch installed which would protect the gas tank. The consumer is seeking reimbursement. Recall # 13v252000.

2004 Jeep Liberty. Consumer writes in regards to fuel tank recall notice. The consumer went to the dealer, after receiving the recall. However, they claimed to have no knowledge of a defect or a recall.

2004 Jeep Liberty. Consumer writes in regards to gas tank recall notice. The consumer also stated, the transmission did not shift properly.

2004 Jeep Liberty. Consumer writes in regards to gas tank could explode if hit from rear and trailer hitch needs to be installed to protect gas tank. The consumer had the hitch installed, by a company that was recommended by Chrysler. However, several days later, the consumer received a call from Chrysler saying the hitch that was installed was the wrong one, and he would not be getting reimbursed. Also, the power steering pump failed.

I am writing in regards to a safety recall on my 2004 Jeep Liberty that was issued in June 2013. The recall exists as the fuel tank can rupture and cause fires in rear-end collisions. The NHTSA did a three year investigation that showed 51 people died in fiery crashes in Jeeps with gas tanks positioned behind the rear axle. To alleviate this problem Chrysler is to install a tow hitch free of charge. I have made numerous phone calls to my local Chrysler dealership and then also contacted Chrysler at their 1-800 number. Despite these phone calls no one could provide an answer as to when this potential life threatening problem would be fixed. About two weeks ago I received a letter in the mail from Chrysler group llc informing me of the recall (as if I was unaware) and that the parts required are currently unavailable. So this recall has been in effect since June and there is no clear date that my vehicle will be equipped with a tow hitch to prevent a fiery crash. It is apparent through newspaper articles that Chrysler has been reluctant to issue the recall and it is speculated that they did so as to not hurt their image and finances. Also to avoid a public relations nightmare and being forced to provide the recall after potential public hearings with witnesses providing details of deadly crashes involving Jeeps. It is appears that Chrysler is trying to avoid this repair due to cost. It has been seven months since the recall and not a single vehicle has been repaired. It is also unknown when the repairs will be made as the parts are unavailable. I question the integrity of Chrysler in regards to this recall and ask that you please look into this situation. This recall could potential save lives and it appears that this is not being done in order to save money. Thank you for your time and consideration. Updated 01/30/14.

My beautiful 32-yr. Old daughter was killed recently when the vehicle she was driving, a 2004 Jeep Liberty, was rear-ended on the interstate by a Ford f-150 going 60 mph. Within seconds of the impact, her vehicle exploded and burst into flames. As a result, my daughter burned to death. Since my daughter's death, I have learned that the fuel tank and filler neck on the Jeep Liberty (and Jeep grand cherokee) was designed and installed in a location (behind the rear bumper) that is susceptible to rupture or puncture in a rear-end collision. When gasoline escapes from a ruptured or punctured fuel tank, a high risk of fire and explosion exists. Because of this terrible tragedy and tremendous loss of such a beautiful life, I feel an obligation to warn everyone of the potential danger when driving these vehicles. Chrysler knows about this problem as they have had other lawsuits regarding fires and fuel tank explosions, but it's less costly for them to settle out of court then to redesign or recall the vehicle. Chrysler doesn't want the public to know, but I think the public has a right to know.

My wife was in a mva with our 2004 Jeep Liberty with 30,000 miles on it, she was hit from behind by a Plymouth neon at about 30 miles per hour upon impact the Jeep which I thought was one of the safest vehicles on the highway burst into flames thank god my wife acted fast and got herself and her niece and nephew out with only minor injuries if something had jammed or not worked right after the impact they would be dead, with in minutes of them getting out of the Jeep it blew into a giant inferno I can say that god was watching over them that day. I have since done research and this issue and it has been an on going thing with Jeep since 1995 how can this be allowed just for them to make the all mighty dollars. This is a true crime and they get no punishment. They built the Jeep with the Ford pinto design .