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2007 Jeep Liberty

Component

Electrical System

Consequence of Defect

on certain passenger vehicles equipped with valeo heating, ventilation and air conditioning (hvac), the blower motor may overheat.

Corrective Action

this could cause an interior fire.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the hvac blower motor free of charge. the recall began on may 28, 2007. owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

2007 Jeep Liberty

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock:Control Unit/Module

Consequence of Defect

on certain vehicles, the antilock brake system (abs) control module software may cause the rear brakes to lock up during certain braking conditions.

Corrective Action

this could result in a loss of vehicle control and cause a crash without warning.

Recall Notes

dealers will reprogram the abs electronic control unit. the recall began on february 19, 2007. owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

2007 Jeep Liberty

Component

Power Train:Automatic Transmission

Consequence of Defect

on certain passenger and sport utility vehicles and pickup trucks equipped with automatic transmissions, the software programmed into the powertrain control module can cause a momentary lock up of the drive wheels if the vehicle is traveling over 40 mph and the operator shifts from drive to neutral and back to drive.

Corrective Action

if the drive wheels locked up, loss of vehicle control could occur increasing the risk of a crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module free of charge. the recall began on october 2, 2006. owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

2006 Jeep Liberty

Component

Electrical System

Consequence of Defect

on certain passenger vehicles equipped with valeo heating, ventilation and air conditioning (hvac), the blower motor may overheat.

Corrective Action

this could cause an interior fire.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the hvac blower motor free of charge. the recall began on may 28, 2007. owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

2006 Jeep Liberty

Component

Electrical System:Wiring:Front Underhood

Consequence of Defect

on certain two wheel drive sport utility vehicles equipped with 3.7 liter engines, the left oxygen sensor wiring harness may contact the exhaust pipe.

Corrective Action

damage to the wiring harness could result in an underbody fire.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect the oxygen sensor wiring harness takeout for damage. if the takeout is damaged, the wiring will be repaired and a tie wrap installed to secure the excess length of wiring harness. if there is no damage, a tie wrap will be installed to secure the excess length of the wiring harness. the recall began on april 17, 2006. owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

2006 Jeep Liberty

Component

Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint

Consequence of Defect

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.

Corrective Action

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.

Recall Notes

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.

2006 Jeep Liberty

Component

Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch

Consequence of Defect

certain sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 206, "door locks and door retention components." an incorrect right front door latch reinforcement plate may have been installed which may cause the secondary door latch to become inoperative.

Corrective Action

this increases the possibility of a door becoming forced open and an unbelted passenger being ejected during certain crash conditions.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect the latch assembly and replace the right front door latch reinforcement plate free of charge. the recall began on march 13, 2006. owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

2005 Jeep Liberty

Component

Power Train:Automatic Transmission

Consequence of Defect

on certain pickup trucks, sport utility and passenger vehicles equipped with 42rle automatic transmissions, the cup plug that retains the park pawl anchor shaft may be improperly installed. if the shaft moves out of position, the vehicle may not be able to achieve 'park' position.

Corrective Action

if this occurs and the parking brake is not applied, the vehicle may roll away and cause a crash without warning.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect the transmissions and install a bracket to ensure the park pawl anchor shaft is retained in the proper position. the recall began on november 28, 2005. owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

2005 Jeep Liberty

Component

Exterior Lighting

Consequence of Defect

certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Corrective Action

without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.

Recall Notes

pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. the recall began on april 3, 2006. owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.

2005 Jeep Liberty

Component

Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint

Consequence of Defect

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.

Corrective Action

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.

Recall Notes

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.

2004 Jeep Liberty

Component

Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch

Consequence of Defect

on some sport utility vehicles, certain remote keyless entry (rke) input may cause the body control module (bcm) software to actuate the door lock motors continuously.

Corrective Action

this can cause the lock motor bearings to overheat and seize. if this occurs, the door lock system will become inoperative.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect and replace, as necessary, the door latch assemblies and the bcm software will be updated. owner notification began on may 10, 2004. owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

2004 Jeep Liberty

Component

Exterior Lighting

Consequence of Defect

certain ck motorsports combination headlights, clear corner, bumper, and side marker lights sold as replacement lamps for use on the passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Corrective Action

without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.

Recall Notes

ck motorsport will notify owners and replace the noncompliant lamps free of charge. the recall began on july 1, 2006. owners may contact ck motorsport at 1-909-610-7211.

2004 Jeep Liberty

Component

Engine And Engine Cooling

Consequence of Defect

on certain sport utility vehicles equipped with 3.7l engines only, two valve cover studs may interfere with the fuel injector and alternator wiring harnesses.

Corrective Action

damage to the alternator wiring harness could result in an under hood fire.

Recall Notes

dealers will add protective caps to the valve cover studs and re-route the affected wiring harness to provide clearance. owner notification began on july 19, 2004. owners can contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

2004 Jeep Liberty

Component

Exterior Lighting

Consequence of Defect

certain aj motorsport combination lamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above listed passenger vehicles. combination lamps not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Corrective Action

lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash.

Recall Notes

aj motorsport will notify owners and offer reimbursement for the lamps. the recall began on july 31, 2006. owners may contact aj motorsport at 626-618-2026.

2004 Jeep Liberty

Component

Exterior Lighting

Consequence of Defect

certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Corrective Action

without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.

Recall Notes

pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. the recall began on april 3, 2006. owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.

2004 Jeep Liberty

Component

Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint

Consequence of Defect

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.

Corrective Action

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.

Recall Notes

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.

2004 Jeep Liberty

Component

Equipment:Other:Labels

Consequence of Defect

on certain sport utility vehicles, due to a recent software programming error, the tire, wheel, and inflation pressure information was inadvertently omitted from the vehicle certification label.

Corrective Action

the vehicle owner would not be aware of the tire, wheel, and inflation pressure information for their vehicle.

Recall Notes

owners will be provided with a corrected tire certification label. owner notification began on march 1, 2004. owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

2003 Jeep Liberty

Component

Exterior Lighting

Consequence of Defect

certain ck motorsports combination headlights, clear corner, bumper, and side marker lights sold as replacement lamps for use on the passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Corrective Action

without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.

Recall Notes

ck motorsport will notify owners and replace the noncompliant lamps free of charge. the recall began on july 1, 2006. owners may contact ck motorsport at 1-909-610-7211.

2003 Jeep Liberty

Component

Exterior Lighting

Consequence of Defect

certain aj motorsport combination lamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above listed passenger vehicles. combination lamps not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Corrective Action

lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash.

Recall Notes

aj motorsport will notify owners and offer reimbursement for the lamps. the recall began on july 31, 2006. owners may contact aj motorsport at 626-618-2026.

2003 Jeep Liberty

Component

Exterior Lighting

Consequence of Defect

certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Corrective Action

without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.

Recall Notes

pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. the recall began on april 3, 2006. owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.

2003 Jeep Liberty

Component

Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint

Consequence of Defect

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.

Corrective Action

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.

Recall Notes

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.

2003 Jeep Liberty

Component

Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint

Consequence of Defect

on certain sport utility vehicles, the lower control arm ball joints can experience a loss of lubrication that can lead to corrosion, accelerated wear, and possible separation from the steering knuckle.

Corrective Action

a ball joint thathas separated from the knuckle could result in loss of vehicle directional control and could result in a crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the front lower control arm ball joints with modified assemblies and heat shields on vehicles built between january 2, 2001 and october 4, 2002. on vehicles built between october 5, 2002 and march 26, 2003, dealers will inspect the ball joint assemblies (and replace them as necessary) and install heat shields. owner notification began on december 15, 2003. owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-992-1997.

2002 Jeep Liberty

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Consequence of Defect

certain aftermarket brake hydraulic master cylinders sold as replacement brake cylinders for certain ford, daimlerchrysler, and jeep passenger vehicles. these brake cylinders were sold under the brand names of napa, raybestos, aimco, ac delco, carquest, bendix, and wagner. only products that were manufactured from july 27, 2005 through january 17, 2006 (date codes 0529 through 0602) are subject to this recall. when subject to very cold temperatures, an internal seal in the master cylinder could lose flexibility and may cause brake fluid to leak.

Corrective Action

loss of brake fluid can lead to a decrease in brake line pressure and an increase in stopping distance, which can result in a vehicle crash.

Recall Notes

affinia (brake parts, inc.) will replace the subject brake hydraulic master cylinders free of charge. the recall began on march 20, 2006. owners can contact affina group customer service at 1-800-323-0354.

2002 Jeep Liberty

Component

Exterior Lighting

Consequence of Defect

certain ck motorsports combination headlights, clear corner, bumper, and side marker lights sold as replacement lamps for use on the passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Corrective Action

without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.

Recall Notes

ck motorsport will notify owners and replace the noncompliant lamps free of charge. the recall began on july 1, 2006. owners may contact ck motorsport at 1-909-610-7211.

2002 Jeep Liberty

Component

Air Bags:Frontal

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. in the event of a severe frontal offset collision, sharp edges on the power steering pressure hose bracket could cut the front impact sensor wiring insulation causing a short circuit in the wiring.

Corrective Action

this could delay the deployment of the air bag system, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.

Recall Notes

dealers will wrap the front impact sensor wire harness with protective insulation to prevent the possibility of damage. owner notification began february 18, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

2002 Jeep Liberty

Component

Other

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. the driver's side knee blocker trim panel assembly can disengage, fall, and startle the operator.

Corrective Action

this could startle the operator, increasing the risk of a crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the knee blocker trim panel. owner notification began november 26, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

2002 Jeep Liberty

Component

Exterior Lighting

Consequence of Defect

certain aj motorsport combination lamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above listed passenger vehicles. combination lamps not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Corrective Action

lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash.

Recall Notes

aj motorsport will notify owners and offer reimbursement for the lamps. the recall began on july 31, 2006. owners may contact aj motorsport at 626-618-2026.

2002 Jeep Liberty

Component

Exterior Lighting

Consequence of Defect

certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Corrective Action

without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.

Recall Notes

pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. the recall began on april 3, 2006. owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.

2002 Jeep Liberty

Component

Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint

Consequence of Defect

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.

Corrective Action

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.

Recall Notes

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.

2002 Jeep Liberty

Component

Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint

Consequence of Defect

on certain sport utility vehicles, the lower control arm ball joints can experience a loss of lubrication that can lead to corrosion, accelerated wear, and possible separation from the steering knuckle.

Corrective Action

a ball joint thathas separated from the knuckle could result in loss of vehicle directional control and could result in a crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the front lower control arm ball joints with modified assemblies and heat shields on vehicles built between january 2, 2001 and october 4, 2002. on vehicles built between october 5, 2002 and march 26, 2003, dealers will inspect the ball joint assemblies (and replace them as necessary) and install heat shields. owner notification began on december 15, 2003. owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-992-1997.