Five problems related to automatic transmission have been reported for the 2006 Jeep Liberty. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2006 Jeep Liberty based on all problems reported for the 2006 Liberty.
While driving on the highway, the engine sputtered and died. The repair estimate indicated that a valve spring broke inside the #5 cylinder, caused by a jump in timing. This repair/problem is directly linked to a Jeep/Chrysler technical bulletin.
2006 Jeep Liberty limited with 2. 7l cr diesel engine. Transmission "hunts" for a gear while driving 50-to-60 mph, frequently up- and down-shifting. Problem is intermittent. Have reported problem to dealer but they find no problem.
Numerous mechanical problems all dash lights come on at once between 15 - 50 mph dealer replaced body control module lights still come on now has more problems after repair by dealer. Several recalls on this leased vehicle running up miles back 2 dealer rear window fall down repaired motor tried 2 quit 3 times could be dangerous in traffic seems it loses prime on fuel system . Also excessive tire wear on front tires had it aligned myself was out from factory 10 deg. I have no confidence in dealer 2 fix since I have more problems after last visit. Horn doesn't sound on key pad door lock and fog lights stay on at highbeam after electrical work. Vehicle has locked me out when I shut doors 4 no apparent reason switch keys in ignition and motor running.
Transmission bucking at different speeds while maintaining speed on the highway, or going from coasting at speed to accelerating. This a daily/continual occurrence. '06 Jeep Liberty crd.
When driving at speeds greater than 40 mph, car jerks and bucks, like it's unable to shift into next gear. This happens randomly, but at least once a day. This vehicle is a 2006 Jeep Liberty diesel.