Front Suspension Lower Ball Joint Problems of Jeep Liberty - part 2

2003 Jeep Liberty. Consumer writes in regards to airbag system occupant restraint control, fuel tank, front suspension upper control arm ball joints and lower ball joints safety recall. The consumer was unaware of all the recalls before being sold the vehicle. The dealer would not assist with the repairs.

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Tl the contact owns a 2006 Jeep Liberty. While driving at unknown speeds, the front lower ball joint fractured. The vehicle was towed to lithia Jeep Dodge (2121 martin luther king jr blvd, eugene, or 97401), but was not diagnosed or repaired. The VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 06v288000 (suspension). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 133,000.

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While turning left in a parking lot at a low rate of speed the passenger side lower ball joint failed and came apart. The wheel pivoted out from the vehicle dropping that corner to the ground. The vehicle was towed to my service provider and upon inspection the other ball joint was found to be crack and requiring replacement as well. This vehicle has had regular maintenance preformed by dealers over its life. The.

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When I went in for a recall on 08/03/2018 for my vehicles lower control arms I was informed that my upper and lower passenger ball joints were very loose and corroded. My lower ball joints have apparently been replaced before in a recall in 2006. When I left the dealership my vehicle seemed fine until I took a right turn and heard loose parts bumping around on the right hand side. I have gotten another mechanics opinion on this and the upper and lower ball joints are loose/ broken even after this recall was performed to my vehicle.

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Tl-the contact owns a 2003 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that while pulling out of a parking lot the lower ball joint failed and the tire fell off. The vehicle was towed to her home. The dealer phillips Chrysler Jeep Dodge ram 3440 s pine Ave, ocala, FL 34471 (352) 732-7577 stated that the recall repair for the lower ball joint had already been completed by the first owner. The contact was originally told by the manufacturer's recall center that the vehicle was covered under a recall and based on that the contact had the vehicle towed to the dealer. The failure mileage was 160,000. The contact was referred to the manufacturer,the federal trade commission and her state's attorney general's office. Tf.

6v288000 recall date 08/03/2006 component suspension:front:control arm:lower ball joint summary on certain trucks, the constant tension front lower ball joints may experience contamination. If the vehicle is operated for an extended period with this condition, the ball joint may eventually experience wear and looseness. Consequence when the driver continues to operate the vehicle with this condition, the contamination can lead to corrosion, accelerated wear and possibly separation from the steering knuckle causing a loss of vehicle steering control increasing the risk of a crash. What owners should do dealers will replace the front lower ball joints free of charge. The recall began on September 11, 2006. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

I have a dealership converted right hand drive Jeep Liberty. I was slowing down pulling up to a mailbox and the left lower ball joint snapped in half. Two days later I was pulling away from a mailbox and the right lower ball joint snapped in half. Both times I was in motion. Luckily, I was going slow and they were on back roads. I had a mechanic check all joints prior to them breaking and he said everything looked fine. My husband and father even checked after him. I checked my VIN number and it was not listed.

My 2004 Jeep Liberty is needing new ball joints placed along with the upper control arms. I did see where a recall was placed for most 2002-2006 models. Is this valid and possibly covered on my vehicle? vehicle not driving properly and has been checked by my local mechanic and he states that the lower ball joints are in very bad condition.

Noticed that the front end of the vehicle felt loose. There had been a loud metal scraping noise while driving on a straight highway at about 65 mph about a month earlier, had the vehicle checked but nothing was found. Took the vehicle in for new front tires and an alignment and was notified that the lower ball joint has a lot of play and needed to be replaced. I know there was a recall on the ball joints but when I contacted Chrysler I was told there isn't a recall on my vehicle. The recall l27 includes my state that the vehicle is registered in but it was bought in virginia, which is not included in the recall. The vehicle has 120,000 miles on it.

The contact owns a 2003 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that there was an abnormal failure progressing with the upper and lower ball joints. The vehicle was not inspected and diagnosed by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.

The lower ball joint sheared off causing the wheel to fall causing the bottom of the ball joint to land on the rim. Thus cutting the rim all the way around it off and puncturing the tire. Thus causing the vehicle to slide to a stop at 50 miles an hour with a skid mark. Thus having to call for a tow truck to pick it up. Luckily no one was hurt. The vehicle was on a off ramp of a freeway to a on ramp over pass of another freeway.

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The contact owns a 2006 Jeep Liberty. While driving 70 mph, the front lower ball joint delaminated from the front driver's side tire without warning. As a result, the contact lost control of the steering and crashed into a concrete wall. No injuries were sustained and a police report was not filed. The vehicle was towed to lakeshore Chrysler Dodge Jeep ram fiat (located at 330 e howze beach rd, slidell, la 70461 (985) 641-9595). The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that the vehicle was not included in a recall. The approximate failure mileage was 110,000.

Drive at 65 miles per hour on the freeway in California, a loud noise like something had fallen out of the bottom of the car. Car became barely controllable. Was able to veer to the side of the road with smoke spewing from the passenger front wheel. When tow truck arrived stated that the lower ball joint and control arm were terribly corroded and had snapped. A mechanic looking for parts mentioned that it had been previously recalled. A check of the VIN indicated the problem had been noted for recall in 2006, this particular VIN had been repaired in 2012. Called Chrysler, they said they could simply arrange for an appointment but that it would be up to the dealer to decide whether or not I would be charged for repairs. At this time trying to decide on next step.

I found online that there's a recall on lower ball joints that get corroded and stop working properly, that can cause a break of the item and loose the steering while driving. Well it's already corroded and no wheel alignment can be done without replacing both joints. Already called the dealer and they denied any recall on ball joints. I decided to stop driving the car because it's getting hard to drive. When I turn the steering wheel you can feel the joint making a metal to metal sound, while stopping and when starting to move.

The contact owns a 2002 Jeep Liberty. While making a right turn at 5 mph, the contact heard an abnormal noise. It was discovered that the lower ball joint fractured and the wheel was bent at a 45 degree angle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of failure. The failure mileage was 160,000.

The contact owns a 2006 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that while driving at 70 mph, the front end of the vehicle abruptly stopped without warning. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the front upper and lower ball joints and the lower control arm had fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign: 06v288000 (suspension). The failure mileage was 103,000.

Rh lower ball joint broke today. Car is immobile. This ball joint was replaced one year ago, when it first failed. The lh one also broke 6 months ago. All 3 failures where in parking lots. My Liberty's VIN is not in the recall range. Jeep refuses to talk to me. Their explanation about water ant corrosion is not technically valid. I am an aerospace engineer and deal with this sort of thing all the time. The cause is cyclic loading of the tapered pin, high tension load and a stress riser at the thread. Replacing the ball joint only provides more failure opportunities. I would like to know the number of deaths and injuries this has caused.

The upper and lower ball joints are making noises and separating and you've had this problem with a few 2003 Jeep Liberty's.

The contact owns a 2006 Jeep Liberty. While reversing the vehicle, the upper lower ball joint detached and caused the wheel to become loose. The vehicle was towed to a certified mechanic where it was diagnosed that the upper and lower ball joints on the front passenger side needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to file a safety complaint. The approximate failure mileage was 70,200.

The contact owns a 2003 Jeep Liberty. While driving approximately 35 mph, the front driver side tire deflated and caused the lower ball joint to snap in half. As a result, the control arm fell and cut into the wheel rim, which made it impossible for the other wheels to turn or move. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The manufacturer advised that the vehicle be taken to a local dealer. The dealer stated that the failure was crash related and not a recall issue. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 180,000.

The contact owns a 2007 Jeep Liberty. While driving 5 mph, an abnormal noise emitted from the front of the vehicle without warning. The contact was able to safely stop the vehicle. Upon inspection, the contact noticed that the front passenger side wheel separated from the lower ball joint. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The contact was informed that the lower ball joint fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.

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Recall regarding front lower ball joint; 06v288000. While at firestone during a routine oil change and check up, I received notice of a recall on my car - I was I went to the nearby Jeep dealership and they told me it was not applicable for my car even though I showed them the paperwork from firestone directly. Jeep did not fix my lower ball joint and then approximately two weeks later, I was driving to school and my car jolted as if I hit a pot-hole but the road was clear. I turned on my hazard lights and pulled over to inspect. My tires were not low on air there was nothing abnormal under the hood. I parked my car and looked underneath to find a very obvious dislocation. I called a friend who could identify what part it was exactly and he said it was my lower ball joint. My car was a safety hazard and has become a huge hassle to deal with and Jeep is refusing to take responsibility. It is being repaired in a shop now and I am seeking reimbursement from Jeep.

The contact owns a 2002 Jeep Liberty. When the vehicle was taken to have the lower ball joints replaced, the technician stated that the upper control arm needed to be replaced. In addition, the contact was informed that the frame was rusted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified and stated that the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 09v119000 (suspension). The failure mileage was 100,000.

I have had the front lower ball joints replaced twice on my 2004 Jeep liberity. I was driving both timed it has happened costing me tow and repair costs. I feel I should have been notified about the dangerous safety recall on this vehicle. I am now after leaning that it aldo hssv12 recalls and safety issues including the gas tank andvsudpention and stability of my vehicle am afraid to evin drive it out if concern for mine and others safety. I am a 62 year old fudablrd woman and need this vehicle fixed and brought up to daftey standards. Pleadebtell me what and where to do to get issues resolved. Thank you.

Takata recall. The contact owns a 2003 Jeep Liberty. The dealer indicated that the vehicle was repaired according to NHTSA campaign number: 06v288000 (suspension) on August 1, 2016; however, the remedy did not prevent the failure. Years later, while turning right into a parking lot, the lower ball joint fractured on the driver side. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The dealer and the manufacturer were notified of the failure. The contact was informed by the manufacturer to take the vehicle to the dealer for repairs where it was diagnosed that the driver side ball joint fractured and damaged the axle and the front driver side tire. The manufacturer refused to cover the repair. The contact was also unable to determine when the parts would become available to receive the repairs for NHTSA campaign numbers: 15v673000 (air bags and 13v252000 (fuel system, gasoline, structure). The vehicle was still at the dealer. The approximate failure mileage was 180,000. Parts distribution disconnect.

"takata recall I also have been experiencing ball joint breakage and need to know has there been a recall on my vehicle because it has happen to me as of today. Please get back to me and I will continue to research myself. I was backing up into a parking spot when the right lower ball joints broke away.

The lower ball joint completly came apart while driving. This was previously recalled and fixed but was not fixed correctly. Chrysler is refusing to repair it. It could have killed everyone in the vehicle if this would have happened on the highway. The lower ball joints are still a safety issue on these vehicles and they should not be driven with the defect.

The contact owns a 2004 Jeep Liberty. While backing out of a parking space at 5 mph, the contact heard a loud thumping and grinding noise. The steering wheel became very difficult to maneuver. Upon further investigation, the contact noticed the vehicle was resting low on the front driver side. The vehicle was towed to a local mechanic where it was diagnosed that the driver side lower ball joint needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 200,000.

Front suspension:lower ball joint was replaced 2006 it has broke again while pulling into garage but is out of recall feel it is due to faulty replacement parts. Shift interlock cable and gear shifter: cant remove key from the ignition called Chrysler no recall issued for this they will not replace even though if you look in the internet there are lots of Jeep Liberty owners with the same problem.

The contact owns a 2005 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that while the vehicle was with an independent mechanic for tire replacement, the technician notice that the driver and passenger front upper and lower ball joint were fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 69,239.

Front passenger side, lower ball joint has failed (again) even after replaced by recall # 06v288000. . . Taking a left hand turn on a city street and it blew out, thankfully I was able to pull over into a bus stop. Dealership is refusing to cover them under warranty. Nhtsa action number :ea06008.

Tl-the contact owns a 2005 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that while driving at 15 mph, the contact heard an abnormal noise coming from underneath the vehicle. Upon inspection, the contact noticed that the front passenger's side lower ball joint had fractured. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 129,000. Oo.

The contact owns a 2003 Jeep Liberty. While driving 5 mph, a loud squeaking and clanking sound emitted from the vehicle and it became hard to control without warning. When the steering wheel was turned slightly, the vehicle veered to the left or right. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the driver and passenger side lower ball joints needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 125,000.

Vehicle was in motion on city street, turning a corner at approximately 20 mph the front end suspension: control arm snapped/ disconnected from the lower ball joint. Axle shaft assembly/ cv drive shaft broke. Cost of repair $1500.

The contact owns a 2005 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated the cv and the lower ball joints under the vehicle fractured causing the water reservoir and fender to fracture. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and the technician stated that there was a recall related to the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 116,000.