With 8 recalls and 1,368 complaints, the 2006 Jeep Liberty rates as high on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

Recalls

1,368

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.

View at NHTSA

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.

View at NHTSA

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.

View at NHTSA

View all 8 recalls

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.

View at NHTSA

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.

View at NHTSA

07V0890002007-09-03

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH VALEO HEATING, VENTILATION AND AIR CONDITIONING (HVAC), THE BLOWER MOTOR MAY OVERHEAT.

THIS COULD CAUSE AN INTERIOR FIRE.

View at NHTSA

06V0720002006-09-03

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH

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.

THIS INCREASES THE POSSIBILITY OF A DOOR BECOMING FORCED OPEN AND AN UNBELTED PASSENGER BEING EJECTED DURING CERTAIN CRASH CONDITIONS.

View at NHTSA

06V0360002006-09-02

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD

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.

DAMAGE TO THE WIRING HARNESS COULD RESULT IN AN UNDERBODY FIRE.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2006 Jeep Liberty's biggest weak point? VISIBILITY. It leads 1,368 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Visibility334

02Suspension141

03Fuel/propulsion System123

04Fuel System, Gasoline105

05Electrical System66

1,368 total across 1 model years (2006–2006)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Jeep Liberty Fuel Economy

17–21mpg combined

15-19city

20-23hwy

$2,600-$2,650/yr

Fuel economy for the 2006 Jeep Liberty ranges from 17 to 21 MPG combined across 5 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim

Liberty/Cherokee 4WD - Automatic 5-spd

21mpg

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

19 city23 hwy~$2,650/yr-1/10 Poor

Liberty/Cherokee 2WD - Automatic 4-spd

17mpg

3.7L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive

15 city21 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 2006 Jeep Liberty

33States

26%in top 3

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Michigan (10%), but the remaining listings are spread across 32 other states nationwide.

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 2006.

2006 Jeep Liberty Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 2006 Jeep Liberty a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2006 Jeep Liberty. There are 8 recalls to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 2006 Jeep Liberty?

NHTSA shows 8 recall campaigns for the 2006 Jeep Liberty. Before buying, verify all recalls are complete. The dealer must fix them at no charge. See the safety section for the full list.

What's the gas mileage of the 2006 Jeep Liberty?

You'll get between 17 and 21 MPG combined from the 2006 Jeep Liberty, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 2006 Jeep Liberty?

VISIBILITY problems top the list with 1,368 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.