general problems of the 2005 Jeep Liberty

My car had been driving fine when I was on my way to work this morning I felt a pop under the car and then my car lost power and now it won't go into gear. . But it still turns on.

Tl the contact owned a 2005 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that the vehicle caught fire under the hood while parked in the driveway. A police report was not filed. The fire extinguished on its own. The vehicle was totaled. There were no injuries. The cause of the failure was not determined. The dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The failure mileage was unknown.

The contact owns a 2005 Jeep Liberty. While driving various speeds, the engine warning light continuously illuminated. The failure recurred multiple times. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The technician stated that the engine misfired. As a result, the spark plugs and engine air filter needed to be replaced. The oil was changed as well; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer because it shook while driving. The dealer stated that the psi was very low. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 160,000.

Went to start my car in the morning and the oil light came on, and a loud knocking from under the hood. Checked all fluids and everything was fine. Oil light finally went off and while driving, the vehicle lost all power and had to be towed to the dealership. A diagnostic test was performed and the result was a blown engine. Service tech said they flushed oil from engine and it was filled with metal. All maintenance was up to date and is documented at dealership.

Hard start and then engine light came on. Obdii code p302, changed spark plug and coil. Engine knocks and runs rough. Possible valve issue.

The contact owns a 2005 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 mph, the transmission independently shifted out of four-wheel drive mode without warning. The contact maneuvered to the side of the road as flames ignited from under the hood. The contact exited from the vehicle safely and the fire department extinguished the massive flames. A police report was filed of the incident. The vehicle was destroyed and towed to a salvage facility. The manufacturer was not notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 69,000. . . . Updated 02-28-14 the consumer stated the e-mail address is incorrect.

When slowing down in bumper to bumper traffic the vehicle will accelerate at a high speed. Vehicle must be placed in neutral until engine decelerates. This has occurred approx. 5 times. It always is unexpected, and always occurs when moving slowly in bumper to bumper traffic. If the brake is depressed during the acceleration the rear wheels will spin. The car must be placed in neutral. The acceleration lasts for about 5 seconds. The dealer cannot find the problem. The car is maintained and operates perfectly, except for this problem. It is an accident waiting to happen. Please help!.

Tl-the contact owns a 2005 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that he went out to start his vehicle. After 50 seconds of trying, he noticed that there was black smoke coming from under the hood. A police officer drove pass and extinguished the flames for the contact. The vehicle was later towed to an independent mechanic and they informed him that it was going to be very difficult to try and determine the cause of the fire. The local dealer was contacted and they offered no assistance. The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure and current mileages were approximately 65,000. Tb.

2005 Jeep Liberty. Consumer states vehicle stopped while driving and caught fire. The consumer stated the vehicle was parked when it caught on fire. According to the fire department, the fire may have started in the steering column. The consumer stated a recall was issued for the previous model and she believed that same issue may have applied to her vehicle as well.

The contact owns a 2005 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that the engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis. The dealer advised her that cylinder 3 misfired at idle and that they would need to replace the intake valve or the engine. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was later contacted and offered no assistance. The failure and current mileages were approximately 62,000.

Intake valve is not working properly. Gas spills during refueling.

Driving 2005 Jeep Liberty crd (turbo diesel) on highway and engine cut out completely without any warning. All dash lights flashed on and off, asd light remain illuminated. Coasted to shoulder. Engine would not start. Towed to dealership, they replaced fuel pump fuse. Claimed they could find no cause for the blown fuse. Exactly the same asd cut out repeated over next four months, once more at highway speed, once in parking lot. Different fuses blown and replaced each time. Finally dealer traced to frayed wiring in engine compartment. Taped wires, no further asd cut outs. Technician stated he would never drive a Liberty outside of city as wiring harness routinely frays due to tight fit over mental body and components in original construction. Claimed very common and very difficult to find or correct as most wiring is inaccessible behind body panels. Claims Jeep is well aware, he claims entire harness should be replaced with longer harness and thicker insulation. Extremely dangerous as cut out is instantaneous and occurs without warning.

2005 Jeep Liberty crd pre- heater was leaking and started a fire on the connector. Order new parts to replace heater and they have re-designed it. This is Dodge admitting to a problem.

Dash idiots lights come on while driving, pulls to the right when stopping.

: the contact stated the vehicle consumes oil through the breather and processed in the engine coolant giving the engine a foul smell. The vehicle was inspected at the local service dealer were it was determined this was a normal function in the engine. The manufacturer was contacted about the problem. They both agreed and supported the dealers determination.