Front Suspension Control Arm problems of the 2006 Jeep Liberty

Already had recall rear control arms then Jeep was making noise front driver side I went to run corner on city street control arm in front broke blew out tire and rim had to have it tow then not even 6 months later upper control arm passengers identified same thing I was lucky enough to not be on highway electrical problems had car 3 1/2 yes replace compressor twice and alternator twice every now radio goes off and on lites go dangerous car but CA n t afford to do anything about it.

There is an active recall on some 2006 Jeep Liberty's, however mine was not included in the recall but is having the issues of the recall. I need my vehicle included in the recall since it is a problem my vehicle is experiencing. I was told by the dealer that the front ball joints (control arms) are out and that is what the recall is for. There was also a recall for the rear control arms and we had that recall corrected. Please add my car to the recall list so thsi can be corrected.

Pulling out of a parking space and the front ball joints had disintegrated causing the control arm to break and the tire to collapse on the front passenger side. The left passenger side is also disintegrating and needs to be replaced. We are told that our VIN was not covered in the recall but the failure was exactly as stated in the f23 bulletin. Car is unsafe.

Tl the contact owns a 2006 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that the upper and lower control arms fractured on the front passenger side without warning. The failure caused the front passenger side tire to flatten and punctured the radiator. The vehicle was towed and parked near a residential area. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 18v278000 (suspension) and NHTSA campaign number: 18v278000 (suspension); although, the vehicle exhibited the same failures as listed in the recall campaigns. The vehicle was unable to be driven due to the failures. The manufacturer was notified. The dealer was not notified. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was not available.

Driving vehicle and vehicle started making popping noises right rear, and vehicle felt like the rear end was fishtailing why front was still going straight. Took to certified dealer and they reported unsafe vehicle report filed due to frame rotted through on right rear where lower control arm attaches to the frame. This is a recall item for 2006 Jeep Liberty in may 2018 (u38). Outreached to mopar and as told no recall on VIN for this yet if authorized dealer stated it is what recall is they would file claim. When told it is, was documented on invoice, mopar stated they never said that, was nothing could do, would not file claim against u38 recall, and because unable to fix and old vehicle nothing would be done to correct this.

On Friday, 02/15/19, traveling back from austin to houston, TX, with my 4 year old son for my weekend visitation, I had stopped at the entrance to my apt complex and was waiting for the access gate to open to enter. Turning right and elevating slightly to enter my complex, I heard a loud grinding noise and felt the front passenger side of my vehicle lower. I thought I had managed to run over the curb along the public street and tried to reverse when the same loud grinding noise could be heard. I immediately stopped, placed the car in park, and then got out of the vehicle to inspect. I could see that the wheel was folded inward towards the vehicle. Looking under the car I could also see the lower control arm now resting on the ground on the passenger side. I had zero idea what could've caused this but was extremely thankful it had not occurred while I was traveling in excess of 80 mph on the hwy with my son in the back seat. The vehicle was still on the street in front of the back entrance to my apt complex and a passerby stopped to see if he could help. He recognized the source of the problem and told me that my passenger wheel had separated from the ball joint. He mentioned that he had seen this happen to number of other vehicles. A local harris county sheriff officer arrived on the scene and I called my state farm insurance roadside assistance to have my vehicle towed. The vehicle was towed to a nearby a nearby dealership, autonation Jeep/Chrysler. On Monday, 02/18/19, I stopped by the dealership and was told that the wheel separation had caused damage to a number of components. I began researching on-line and found out that a previous NHTSA campaign had been opened in 2006 that centered around the exact problem my vehicle experienced; NHTSA campaign#: 06v288000, daimler/Chrysler recall#. F23. This recall needs to be extended & additional owners notified.

Keep Liberty limited edition 2006 issue with front and back control arms along with suspension issues. I have fixed this 2 to 3 times in about 2 years.

Tl the contact owns a 2006 Jeep Liberty. While driving various speeds, the vehicle inadvertently steered to the left and right. The contact mentioned that the front passenger tire detached from the vehicle. The contact also mentioned that the failure occurred multiple times after causing the front driver side tire to detach. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where the upper and lower control arms, ball joints, and tires were replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The VIN was not included. The failure mileage was 285,000.

Tl the contact owns a 2006 Jeep Liberty. The contact took the vehicle to huffines Chrysler Jeep Dodge ram lewisville (1024 s stemmons fwy, lewisville, TX 75067, (972) 538-4100) to be repaired per NHTSA campaign number: 18v278000 (suspension). The contact was notified that the front driver and passenger side lower control arms needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 135,000.

This is regarding a 2006 Jeep Liberty. Driving the Jeep on a highway going approx. 65-70mp, something broke underneath the vehicle. The front end had broken down almost to the ground, but was able to get to the side of the highway without crashing. Had it towed to a mechanic. The mechanic estimate reported there is major corrosion in the ball joint, the control arm-r&r 4wd upper, both sides need replacement, axle shaft cv assembly r&r transmission type 4-wheel abs both sides. Ball joint-r&r 4wd lower, both sides, control arm with ball joint-front upper, ball joint front lower, constant velocity (cv) driveshaft-front left need new. Was told this was not covered under the recall because the recall was for rear control arm fracture (NHTSA campaign number: 18v278000) causing corrosion in ball joint. Not the front control arm. Even though the front control arm seems to have the same problem. Photo supplied of corrosion in front. Had two mechanics estimate cost to fix, but when the recall was noticed online, had it towed to greenway Chrysler Jeep dealership in orlando. They performed diagnostics and sent the information to Chrysler corp. To see about getting this covered under the recall, but told Chrysler refused to cover the repairs.

Tl- the contact owns a 2006 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that while driving at slow speeds, the contact heard an abnormal noise coming from the front of the vehicle. The contact pulled over to the side of the road and called the tow company. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where the contact was informed that the front lower control arms needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

Have already filed a complaint. Updating information. Complaint #11105312. My vehicle was manufactured 9 days after the cutoff for the 2006 recall # 06v288000. My vehicle had the failure of the front lower control arm ball joint. It was not art of the 2006 recall however, it is part of the current recall for the rear lower control arm ball joints. The original cutoff build date was March 15, 2006. My vehicle was manufactured just 9 days later on March 24, 2006. It seems far too much a coincidence that my vehicle has the same rear ball joints that are subject to recall and replacement, which Chrysler has done, but the front ball joints were not covered in the original recall. I was going 35mph when the part failed. The failure came without any warning and was instantaneous. The ball joint broke and instantly pierced the alloy rim and deflated the tire. Had I been going 70mph, I would have flipped and rolled instantly. Furthering the issue is as best I can determine, the front and rear ball joints are the same part. I am reporting that since my initial complaint, I found out my vehicle was built a mere 9 days after the original recall cutoff date.

The rear suspension lower control arm has been recalled. The front needs to be recalled before someone gets killed. Same problem in the from. My boy could have been killed. Created extensive damage.

Received recall notice u38/NHTSA 18v-278 in June 2018 via usps. Took several weeks to get appointment with a local Jeep dealer. Car was taken in sept 17th to uftring Jeep dealer 140 radio city dr, pekin, IL 61554. This dealer determined that my vehicle does need the recall parts (rear control arm & any other necessary parts to complete the repair). I was told the parts are on backorder and uftring stated that there is no specific or estimated date for parts to arrive. This is very dangerous and my only means of transportation. Is Jeep willing to provide me with a rental car until the repair is completed? I want to know where these parts are and when they will be available in my area to repair my car?.

Rear control arm rusted and broken while driving on city street Dodge Chrysler Dodge still has not reiimbursed me for this amount to this date.

The rear suspension lower control arms may corrode and could break without warning. Safety risk: a broken rear suspension lower control arm could cause a loss of vehicle control and cause a crash. Remedy: the right and left side rear suspension lower control arms must be replaced the fuel tank on your vehicle has a small chance of experiencing a fuel leak during certain types of rear end collisions. Safety risk: fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in an underbody fire.

Tl-the contact owns a 2006 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer orlando Dodge/Chrysler/Jeep/ram 4101 w colonial drive, orlando florida 32808 for regular maintenance, and was advised by the mechanic that the front control arms were severely corroded and needed replacement. The contact also received a recall notification for NHTSA campaign number: 18v278000 ( suspension ) rear control arms. The vehicle was repaired for the frontal control arms. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 41,000. Bp.

1. Front upper and lower control arms are not functioning as they supposed to. If there is a small bump in the road this SUV vihecle got hit strongly. Bolts are out of order too. On motion makes lots of noise and squeezing sounds as well. 2. Internal elecrical wiring has some issues. The front ceiling light gets on and off on its own. The aircontioner led light as well.

I almost wrecked my car when the right control bar broke from corrosion. My local dealers refused to fix my vehicle iaw the recall because it is registered in virginia. I live in virginia but work in DC. I got it to the shop and replaced the suspension myself, taking 3 days and spending more than $400. Safety recall l27 / NHTSA 12v-085 rear suspension lower control arms if your dealer fails or is unable to remedy this defect without charge and within a reasonable time, you may submit a written complaint to the administrator, national highway traffic safety administration, 1200 new jersey Ave. , s. E. . Read more...

2006 Jeep Liberty. Consumer writes in regards to passenger side rear suspension and lower control arms damages caused by corrosion. The consumer stated when the arm broke, it caused the consumer to veer to the left into oncoming traffic. The consumer stated he was never informed of a recall, despite there being one issued for his make, model and year vehicle.

Original owner drives 5000 miles per year, errands, stay-at-home mom, parked in garage during vehicles life. In Dec 2014 took to dealer for tire rotation and balance. Was told ball joints bad on both front wheels and upper control arms needed replaced @ 60,000 miles. When Liberty was brand new took to dealer for recall f-22 and was there maybe 30 mins. Was told good to go. . . . Vehicle currently has 65,000 and have received second opinion from reputable mechanic who states the driver's side is worse than passengers and should be replaced, that this is either a "failed recall" or premature wear. With my mileage being so lite, this defect would have initiated long before it should have. The average miles a person drives is 12000-15000 a yr which would have put this defect occurring 3 yrs after initially recalled. The replacement parts are faulty themselves or Jeep isn't being honest about the life cycle of this recall. I cannot believe a company would allow people to drive vehicles with gas tanks ready to explode and ball joints about to come unglued any moment. . . .

Tl the contact owns a 2006 Jeep Liberty. While driving unknown speeds, the vehicle drove roughly. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the rear driver side control arm needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and a reimbursement for the repairs was requested, but no assistance was provided due to request misplacement. The manufacturer provided case numbers: 57876805, 57684064, and 57185298. The failure mileage was 75,000.

While driving veh. Slowy went over a speed bump heard a loud bang. Upon inspection noticed that rear trailing / control arm. Had separated / rusted. Unable to drive at speed or control steering. Did not crash though.

The contact owns a 2006 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that the vehicle exhibited an abnormal noise from the lower control arm and the rear end of the vehicle became unstable. The vehicle was diagnosed as the lower control arm and bushings needing replacing but the defect was not remedied. The contact was informed that the upper control arm and bushings also needed to be replaced. No repairs were performed. The manufacturer was notified and no solution was offered. The failure mileage was 84,000.

2006 Jeep Liberty. Consumer writes in regards to suspension system failure. The consumer stated he granddaughter drove the vehicle to the store, however, when she returned, the vehicle wouldn't move. When she tried to backup, the right front suspension collapsed. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The service writer stated the underside looked rusty. An inspection revealed, the right front control arm had collapsed. The brake line and wheel speed sensor were replaced. Also, the serpentine belt was cracked and had to be replaced.

I made an appointment on 23 March 2013 with the local williamsburg, va Chrysler to have the rear suspension lower control arms replaced on 5 April 2013. I dropped the Jeep Liberty off on 4 April 2013. I received a call at 0815 from the dealership stating that they did not have the part in and that they would have to order it and it could be in on Monday 8 April 2013. I had already taken a day off from work to get this done. I went in to pick up the Jeep and spoke to jason madison at the williamsburg, va Chrysler/Jeep/Dodge/kia dealership and wanted to know why it they did not have the part in. He stated that they do not have that part in stock and that he would not order the part until the vehicle was inspected to see if it needed to be replaced. Well duh! if I received a recall notice from Chrysler stating that the part needs to be replaced then the part should be ordered and waiting for me. The dealership already has a bad reputation with local mechanics. Definitely calling coprate to report the poor service.

I received a recall notice that my vehicles rear suspension lower control arms could break without warning and cause a crash. However, the dealerships are out of the part to replace this part and they are on back order with no time frame of when they will get the product in. This is my family vehicle and I have no alternative vehicle to drive in the meantime.

The contact owns a 2006 Jeep Liberty. The contact was driving approximately 25-30 mph when the rear passenger side of the vehicle began to sway abnormally. The contact was able to coast the vehicle off the roadway and discovered that the rear axle control arm was corroded and had fractured in half. The vehicle was towed to the contact's home. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but the vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure and current mileage was 72,000.

The contact owns a 2006 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated the driver was driving 5 mph when the rear end of the vehicle swayed back and forth. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic who confirmed the lower control arm needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was repaired. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 62,000 and the current mileage was 65,000.

The lower control arm and ball joint failed per f 23 recall of Jeep Chrysler and damaged the tire and rim which had to be replaced. We filed a claim with Chrysler customer assistance on Aug 20, 2014 and they were processing it and told us they would reimburse the $1146. 83 not later than oct 20, 2014. We had not heard anything from ccassistance so we telephoned today. Brad, the agent, could not find any record and also said that the recall was completed and that there would not be any reimbursement to us for the repairs we had to make. That is not in accord with the recall and furthermore, the lower control arm and ball joints failed again on August 18, 2014 and the safford Chrysler Jeep Dodge of springfield virginia replaced the control arms and ball joints on both the left and right side under a f23 recall warranty at no charge to us. We request that NHTSA contact Chrysler and require them to reimburse us for the $1146. 83 which we paid out of pocket.

Took car in for rear steering arm recall. Was having a recurrent shimmy on front drivers side and a squeaking noise. Had u joint bolts previously replaced and brakes and roters replaced in late October 2011. Roters again replaced in Feb. 2012 due to warping and again replaced due to warping in sept. 2012. When I took the car in for rear steering control arm recall they found the same issue with the front passenger side control arm. Has anyone else had this problem? the front control arms have not been recalled. Less than a month has gone by and I am starting to feel a shimmy again. Do not feel safe in this car anymore. Car is garage kept and up to date with scheduled maintenance. Also part-time light on dash randomly flashes on and off. How long until the drivers side control arm needs to be replaced?.