Front Suspension Control Arm Problems of Jeep Liberty - part 2

A scrubbing/squeaking noise started on the left front tire of my 2007 Jeep Liberty. I took the car to my mechanic and it was diagnosed as being the control arms on the front of the vehicle. Then the recall came out for the rear control arms. I took the car into the dealership to have the rear repaired and was also told by the dealership that the front needed to be replaced. While leaving my car for repair another Liberty came in with the left front wheel assembly separated from the car. The control arm had fractured/broke. If faulty parts were used on the rear it would seem that the same manufacturer would be used to supply the front parts. The dealership also explained that they had several of the same model come in with the front control arm problems.

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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.

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I took our vehicle to crown Dodge, ventura CA. To satisfy the trailer hitch recall. I also wanted to satisfy NHTSA recall #18v-278 (rear lower control arms). The parts weren't available at the time and I was told they would contact me within 2 weeks to reschedule the repair. They never contacted me. We have moved since and there are no dealers near me to conduct the safety repair. How can I get this repair completed without having to drive too far? the vehicle may not be safe to drive. Please advise.

2004 Jeep Liberty. Consumer writes in regards to corrosion of rear lower control arms. The consumer stated the recall repair on the vehicle had not been completed.

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Tl- the contact owns a 2004 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated while the vehicle was operated at a low speeds the control arm fractured and detached which resulted in the driver-side wheel being punctured. The failure occurred without warning. The vehicle was towed to herbert town and country Chrysler Dodge Jeep ram located 1155 e bert kouns industrial loop, shreveport, la where it was diagnosed as a failure NHTSA campaign number:06v288000(suspension) addressed however due to it previously being performed the technician stated it was a wear and tear issue. The manufacturer was notified of the issue however they informed the contact that their assistance would only come from what the dealership diagnosed. The failure mileage was not provided. Kh.

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?.

Tl-the contact owns a 2008 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that when he had removed his tire to change the vehicle brake, he noticed the rear lower control arm was corroded through. The vehicle was taken to northtown Chrysler dealership located at 2020 niagara fall blvd, tonawanda, NY 14150 (716) 923-2105 where it was diagnosed that both rear lower control arm needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in recall and did not offer further assistace. The approximate failure mileage was 114,660. Aw.

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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.

Tl- the contact owns a 2004 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that he began to notice corrosion on his rear lower control arm. The contact associated NHTSA campaign number: 18v278000(suspension) with his failure. The manufacturer had not been notified of the failure. The vehicle had not been taken to a dealer to be serviced. The failure mileage was approximately 90,000. Jo.

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.

Driving down the highway and suddenly I had little steering control and it felt like I blew a tire. Pulled to the side of the highway, and saw that my tire was blown and my rim was damaged because the ball joint snapped and the control arm went through the rim. This was on the front drivers side and happeneded about 3 months ago. A similar thing happened today but it affected the front passenger side.

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.

Recall subject: suspension:rear report receipt date: 03-05-2012 NHTSA campaign: 12v085000 manufacture: Chrysler group llc summary: in June 2012, Chrysler expanded this recall to include model year 2006 and 2007 Jeep Liberty vehicles, representing an additional 137,176 vehicles. This recall now concerns certain my 2004-2007 Jeep Liberty vehicles. The total number vehicles being recalled is now 346,900. These vehicles were manufactured from July 3, 2003 through June 29, 2007. The recall addresses those vehicles originally sold, or currently registered in, connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin, and the district of columbia. Some vehicles may be equipped with rear lower control arms that can experience a rear suspension lower control arm fracture due to excessive corrosion due to application of road salts during winter weather conditions. Consequence: a fracture of the rear lower control arm may result in a loss of vehicle control and may lead to a vehicle crash. Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear lower control arms on all affected vehicles originally sold in, or currently registered in, connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, mass, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin, and the district of columbia, free of charge. The safety recall began on March 26, 2012. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. This just happened to my vehicle while driving down city road, called Chrysler they said my vehicle is not covered. I live in the mountains of va and there is salt used heavily on the roads in my area please help.

Good morning, I am trying to file a complaint about an accident my son had in his 2003 Jeep Liberty. While driving around a curve at a slow rate of speed the control arm on the front passenger broke causing my son to lose control of his vehicle and smash into a tree. Resulting in major damage to the vehicle. And no being without a car for work. Please advise.

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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.

(tw no dealer info) tl the contact owns a 2004 Jeep Liberty. While driving various speeds, the vehicle veered in the opposite direction. There were no warning indicators illuminated. In addition, the passenger side seat belt failed to unlock. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the ball joints needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The contact was advised that the upper control arms needed to be replaced; however, the repairs were not performed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and the contact was awaiting a return phone call. The failure mileage was unknown.

My mechanic got stumped on some suspension problems, and looked online for similar issues. What he came across was articles by consumer reports and auto trader about recalls with Jeep Libertys from 2003 to 2005 that will have rear suspension, specifically rear lower control arms problems, resulting in the tires loosening or even break away from the vehicle. I am not a mechanic, but what I have read fits the description of what my Jeep is doing, and the area of concern expressed by my mechanic. Even when the Jeep has not been recalled for this, "officially" I would like it looked into as the problem fits the recall description and model years. When I am driving it, it intermittently shakes from the backend, little fish tail motions. It happens at most speeds, but more noticeable when above maybe 25mph. (although it does it at slower speeds as well) it is nerve racking, and noticeable from passengers as well, as twice I've been asked by passengers, "whats wrong with your Jeep?" below on this page it is asking me for a date of "when did this happen?". That I don't know, its not something that happened overnight, its been steadily creeping up, getting worse. My mechanic made mention of it a few months ago. I have had no luck having this listed as a recall, despite what I mentioned previously that the problem fits the description and whats happening. I decided to fill this out to see if anything else could be found or done with the recall. Thank you.

The contact owns a 2007 Jeep Liberty. While driving 35 mph, the entire front passenger side control arm fractured. The vehicle was towed to the dealer (pars cars, located at 6823 mt zion blvd, morrow, GA 30260; (770) 357-6000) who stated that the frame was bent and nothing could be done. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 71,000.

Tl- the contact owns a 2005 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 mph the driver suddenly lost control of the vehicle. Upon inspection it was discovered that the rear suspension lower control arm had fractured due to severe rusting and corrosion. The cause of the failure was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and no assistance was offered. The contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in the NHTSA campaign number 12v085000 (suspension). The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced the same failure listed in the recall. The local dealer was not notified. The failure mileage was 110,000. Jft.

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The contact owns a 2004 Jeep Liberty. While driving approximately 60 mph, the vehicle swayed from side to side, causing the front end to ricochet. The contact could not control the steering. The contact removed her foot from the accelerator pedal, but the vehicle continued to sway and bounce prior to independently stopping. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence and was later towed to the royal Chrysler dealer (located at 3961 waverly rd, owego, NY 13827). The contact was informed that there was a recall on the vehicle (l27, n46, and d16) of the lower control arm. It was diagnosed that the rear wheel detached, which affected the steering ability. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer stated that the vehicle was included in the buyback program and they would repair the vehicle. The VIN was included in NHTSA campaign numbers: 06v288000 (suspension) and 12v085000 (suspension). The approximate failure mileage was 99,000.

While driving down the highway, I heard a big clunk and then the vehicle began to go back and forth on the road making it difficult to control. Upon inspection the passenger rear control arm fractured. It was very corroded as was the drivers side. It was just in for an alignment. Why was my state not included in the recall,we use salt too.

The contact owns a 2005 Jeep Liberty. While turning into a driveway at approximately 2 mph, the rear control arm fractured in two without warning. The dealer was contacted (overland park Dodge/Jeep) and stated that there was no recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that there was no recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 130,000.

The contact owns a 2005 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that the vehicle veered severely while being operated. Upon inspection, the contact found that the rear control arms were severely corroded. The autonation Chrysler Dodge dealer was contacted and referred the contact to NHTSA and the manufacturer. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and did not assist. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign number: 12v085000 (suspension), but the VIN was not included. The failure mileage was approximately 280,000.

We own a 2004 Jeep Liberty that was purchased new in virginia and resold to our family in 2013, in virginia. On 22 June 2017, my 18 year old daughter was driving our Jeep on mountain roads about 50 miles from our home when she noticed the vehicle was "swerving" and making a noise. She managed to safely move the vehicle out of the traffic lane and contact me. Upon my arrival and inspection of the vehicle, I noticed the rear lower control arm on the driver's side had completely broken and allowed the rear end to shift position, causing the vehicle to track far out of alignment and causing the rear tire to rub on the fender wall. I was surprised to see rust appeared to be the cause of the control arms failure. After getting the vehicle home and researching parts to replace the broken control arm, I discovered that part had been recalled on 2004 Jeep Libertys which surprised me because I had the vehicle serviced by a Jeep dealer to ensure all recalls had been completed. . Read more...

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...

I have a southern state vehicle experiencing what I believe is a northern state (salt belt) recall. My lower control arms are rusted almost to the point of dangerous. Apparently this is an issue that is not limited to northern states. No failure at this time but it appears it could happen anytime. Nhtsa campaign number: 12v085000.

The contact owned a 2003 Jeep Liberty. While driving 75 mph, the front driver side tire blew out without warning. The contact was the front passenger in the vehicle. The driver stated that the vehicle felt as if the front driver side of the vehicle struck the ground. The vehicle fishtailed and collided with the median, rolled several times, spun out, and landed on its roof. The driver side air bag deployed, but the passenger side and other air bags failed to deploy. The driver sustained two broken fingers on the left hand, contusions, left body side muscle soreness, and a concussion. The rear passenger occupant sustained a cut to the right arm and left leg and bruising. The middle rear passenger sustained minor bruising, and the driver side rear passenger sustained back injuries. All occupants required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed and deemed a total loss. The cause of the failure was not determined. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. Several months ago, the vehicle was serviced per a ball joint recall and a possible control arm recall. The VIN was invalid. The failure mileage was approximately 131,000.

Rear control arms rusted and one broke completely in two sending me into the oncoming lane. Luckily I was on a city street with a low mph and I was traveling straight when it broke. Chrysler tells me there is a recall but my vehicle is not from one of the states affected by the recall.

Suspension and rear control arms corroded and causing vehicle to shake.

While backing out of a parking spot, (literally moved maybe 2 inches) the lower front control arm and ball joint on the passenger side broke suddenly. From what I have found during my research there have been a number of issues with this same part failing within the last year. More so, there was a recall of the rear control arm/ball joint and the front was recalled on the 2005 models in 2006. There is clearly an issue with the control arms in 2005-2007 Liberty models. It is my belief that the front control arms should be recalled. The failing part appears to have caused damage to the tire as well as the tire appears to have been leaning inward and rubbing along something along the interior, underside of the wheel well. It is a good thing that the vehicle was not traveling at any significant rate of speed or there could have been significant damage or death.

Rear lower control arm on drivers side broke while traveling down highway #81 outside of columbus, ne. Total steering control was lost nearly causing a probable severe accident. My local repair shop checked and found a recall for this, (recall # l27120613-010) called Chrysler and was informed that the recall did not include nebraska. Does not the lives and wellfare of us here in nebrask deserve the same protections as do other states?.

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.

Well where do I start. Since I have purchased this vehicle in may of 2016 I have replace multiple parts ,but they weren't part of any recalls. But now my concern reviewing recalls for this vehicle and trying to address these numerous defects . I'm almost fed up. My main cover is the j17 recall for the upper control arm ball joint of which a Chrysler representative advideo my my vehicle was part of ,which I clueless on how as the recall doesn't specify other than 2002 to 2003 Liberty vwhiles . Now I show that they were replaced in the past and now they since are worn in the same description they were recalled in . And Chrysler denies responsibility (?) . . Also other concerns with the catylic converter causing a sulfur smell when the vehicle is going up hill aso well as towing . One more thing is numerous online forum about the engine ticking being normal and unfixable other then to replace the engine . Now all this plus the multiple parts I have already replaced a vehicle less then 15 years on the market needed a in other words fully restoration is unacceptable. Especially when I have stock 1948 Jeep that need less repairs than this .

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