Federal safety data shows 6 recalls and 1,118 complaints for the 2005 Jeep Liberty, a high safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

Recalls

1,118

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

09E0390002009-19-06

SUSPENSION

ROCK KRAWLER IS RECALLING 44 PERFORMANCE SUSPENSION SYSTEMS SOLD AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR USE ON THE VEHICLE LISTED ABOVE. THESE SUSPENSION SYSTEMS WERE PRODUCED WITH GRADE 2 CARRIAGE BOLTS INSTEAD OF THE PROPER GRADE 5 CARRIAGE BOLTS. THE IMPROPER GRADE 2 CARRIAGE BOLTS COULD EXPERIENCE A LOSS OF CLAMPING FORCE FOR THE BOTTOM STRUT FORK.

THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE A LOSS OF EFFECTIVE LIFT AND LOWERING OF THE AFFECTED VEHICLE, POSSIBLY CREATING THE DRIVER TO PANIC WHICH COULD POSSIBLY LEAD TO A VEHICLE CRASH.

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18V2780002018-01-05

SUSPENSION:REAR

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2004-2007 Jeep Liberty vehicles. The rear suspension lower control arms can fracture due to excessive corrosion, causing a loss of vehicle control.

A fractured control arm can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

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12V0850002012-05-03

SUSPENSION:REAR

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.

A FRACTURE OF THE REAR LOWER CONTROL ARM MAY RESULT IN A LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND MAY LEAD TO A VEHICLE CRASH.

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12E0470002012-22-10

SUSPENSION:FRONT:HUB

Timken is recalling certain non-formed, front wheel hubs, part number HA599467, which were sold to retail and automotive distributors in the automobile aftermarket as front wheel hub replacements designed only for use on certain 2002 through 2005, 4X4, non-ABS, Jeep Liberty vehicles. These front wheel hub units can be mistakenly sold to owners and installed on 4X2 versions of the Jeep vehicles.

If the non-formed hub unit is installed on a Jeep Liberty 4x2 model (which does not use an axle nut for hub retention), the vehicle wheel will not be secure and a front wheel separation may occur, increasing the risk of a crash.

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13V2520002013-19-06

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 1993-1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2002-2007 Jeep Liberty vehicles. The fuel tanks in these vehicles are at risk of failure and leakage in certain rear impacts.

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.

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06V2880002006-03-08

SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT

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.

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.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 1,118 issues reported over 1 model years, suspension problems are the most common for the 2005 Jeep Liberty. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Suspension215

02Fuel/propulsion System140

03Fuel System, Gasoline114

04Power Train64

05Fuel System, Gasoline,structure62

1,118 total across 1 model years (2005–2005)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Jeep Liberty Fuel Economy

17–21mpg combined

15-19city

20-24hwy

$2,200-$2,650/yr

The 2005 Jeep Liberty delivers 17 to 21 MPG combined across 7 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim

Liberty/Cherokee 4WD - Automatic 5-spd

21mpg

2.8L 4-cyl Turbo · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel DriveDiesel

19 city24 hwy~$2,650/yr-1/10 Poor

Liberty/Cherokee 2WD - Manual 6-spd

20mpg

2.4L 4-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive

18 city24 hwy~$2,200/yr-1/10 Poor

Liberty/Cherokee 4WD - Manual 6-spd

20mpg

2.4L 4-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive

18 city22 hwy~$2,200/yr-1/10 Poor

Liberty/Cherokee 2WD - Automatic 4-spd

17mpg

3.7L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive

15 city20 hwy~$2,600/yr-1/10 Poor

Liberty/Cherokee 2WD - Manual 6-spd

17mpg

3.7L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive

16 city20 hwy~$2,600/yr-1/10 Poor

Liberty/Cherokee 4WD - Automatic 4-spd

17mpg

3.7L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive

15 city20 hwy~$2,600/yr-1/10 Poor

Liberty/Cherokee 4WD - Manual 6-spd

17mpg

3.7L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive

16 city20 hwy~$2,600/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2005 Jeep Liberty

33States

26%in top 3

Michigan has the most inventory at 10%, with options spread across 33 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

MIMichigan

2710%

ILIllinois

249%

FLFlorida

217%

OHOhio

166%

INIndiana

124%

WAWashington

124%

NJNew Jersey

114%

TXTexas

104%

COColorado

93%

DCWashington DC

93%

NYNew York

93%

MOMissouri

93%

MDMaryland

83%

MNMinnesota

83%

GAGeorgia

83%

CTConnecticut

83%

WIWisconsin

62%

PAPennsylvania

62%

UT5

VA5

NE5

NC5

OK5

DE4

RI4

AZ4

NH4

OR4

CA4

IA3

ND3

ID2

NV2

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2005.

Buying a 2005 Jeep Liberty?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2005 Jeep Liberty a good car to buy?

The 2005 Jeep Liberty has 6 recalls on record. There are 6 recalls on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is suspension, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 2005 Jeep Liberty?

There are 6 documented recalls for the 2005 Jeep Liberty. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2005 Jeep Liberty?

Fuel economy ranges from 17 to 21 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $588 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 2005 Jeep Liberty?

SUSPENSION is the number-one complaint area for the 2005 Jeep Liberty, based on 1,118 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.