Power Train Related Problems of the 2008 Jeep Liberty

Table 1 shows six common power train related problems of the 2008 Jeep Liberty. The number one most common problem is related to the power train (14 problems). The second most common problem is related to the driveshaft (four problems).


Recently reported Power Train problems of the 2008 Jeep Liberty

The Power Train problem

We had a fire in the engine compartment. Fire started at the engine manifold ! we took pictures of the damage! this could have killed my son in law ! we gifted the vehicle to him so it could be used as a station vehicle.   Read details...

The Driveshaft problem

Takata recall, and suddenly heard a pop in the rear, the vehicle shook, cut off and would not start, lighning bolt light and traction light came on. It did start but would not go about 20. Made it home and parked. Shop thinks it may be drive shaft but several things showing up on monitor.   Read details...

The Automatic Transmission problem

2008 Jeep Liberty, 4x2 with tow - haul mode, on 2/12/2010 power train: automatic transmission: control module (completely burnt) transmission would not shift, seized in gear; I. E. Driving 45mph = 4000rpm's. Would not shift into overdrive. Towing 9x12 u-haul trailer with less then 300 lbs in unit.   Read details...


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