Jeep Liberty Visibility Problems
Owners have filed 1,038 complaints with NHTSA about visibility problems on the Jeep Liberty across 11 model years. The 2006 model year has the most (394). The words owners use most often: “window regulator” (30% of reports).
- 1,038visibility complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 1mention a crash
- 6mention an injury
- 2related recalls
- $650typical repair cost reported by owners
- 40%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Window regulator: mentioned in 309 of 1,038 complaints (30%)
- Rear passenger: mentioned in 124 of 1,038 complaints (12%)
- Fell door: mentioned in 88 of 1,038 complaints (8%)
- Windows fall: mentioned in 54 of 1,038 complaints (5%)
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical visibility repair on the Jeep Liberty at $650, and half of them between $510 and $770.
Based on 167 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2006–2014), converted to 2026 dollars with the U.S. consumer price index. These are owners' own figures, not a quote: they include dealer quotes, and owners who file complaints often faced larger repairs, so they can run higher than typical shop prices. Prices vary by shop, region and warranty coverage. How we calculate this.
At what mileage do visibility problems happen?
Based on 893 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 1,038 complaints, 1 mention a crash, 5 a fire, 6 an injury.
Jeep Liberty visibility complaints by model year
| Model year | Visibility complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Liberty | 9 | 2% | 60,631 |
| 2011 Liberty | 11 | 6% | 74,500 |
| 2010 Liberty | 6 | 3% | 20,000 |
| 2009 Liberty | 6 | 6% | 70,688 |
| 2008 Liberty | 47 | 9% | 50,000 |
| 2007 Liberty | 220 | 31% | 45,000 |
| 2006 Liberty | 394 | 29% | 43,819 |
| 2005 Liberty | 80 | 7% | 53,400 |
| 2004 Liberty | 108 | 10% | 63,000 |
| 2003 Liberty | 92 | 7% | 70,000 |
| 2002 Liberty | 65 | 4% | 75,806 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (2)
Visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motor
Model years: 2008
Problem: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2008 jeep liberty vehicles. The vehicles are equipped with windshield wiper motors that contain excess adhesive that may allow for water intrusion, which could result in intermittent and eventually inoperative windshield wiper operation.
Risk: A failing or inoperative windshield wiper system will reduce a driver's visibility which could result in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the windshield wiper motor free of charge. The safety recall began on december 1, 2010. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Visibility:windshield
Model years: 2008
Problem: Chrysler is recalling 494 my 2008 jeep liberty vehicles. The windshield and/or fixed rear quarter glass may have been assembled using incorrect urethane adhesive. This could affect glass retention.
Risk: If the glass separates while driving, it could strike another vehicle or injure a pedestrian.
Fix: Dealers will replace the windshield and/or fixed rear quarter glass free of charge. The recall began on october 13, 2008. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2006 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made an abnormal sound. The contact stated that all 4 windows had detached from the track. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who informed the contact that the failure was a common…
The contact owns a 2004 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the rear windows failed to operate as needed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who informed the contact that the control module needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not made…
The contact owns a 2012 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH, during a rain shower, the sunroof opened inadvertently allowing water to enter the passenger cabin. The contact attempted to close the sunroof; however, he could hear that the motor was making a whirring…
The contact owns a 2006 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that the sunroof failed to close as needed. The vehicle was not taken to an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 198,000.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 JEEP LIBERTY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WINDOWS FAILED TO ROLL UP AND ROLL DOWN AS DESIGNED. THE CONTACT HAD THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE WINDOW REPLACED AT YOUNGBLOOD AUTO GROUP (3410 S CAMPBELL AVE, SPRINGFIELD, MO 65807, [redacted]) HOWEVER, THE FAILURE PERSISTED. THE…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Jeep Libertys have visibility problems?
No. NHTSA has 1,038 owner complaints about visibility for the Jeep Liberty. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Jeep Liberty visibility?
Yes: 2 safety recalls list visibility. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
How much does it cost to fix visibility problems on the Jeep Liberty?
Owners report a typical cost of $650 (half paid between $510 and $770), from 167 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about visibility problems on the Jeep Liberty?
The most frequent phrase is “window regulator”, in 309 of 1,038 complaints, followed by “rear passenger” (124).
Other Jeep Liberty problems
- Suspension problems (1,970)
- Air Bags problems (1,352)
- Electrical System problems (888)
- Structure problems (885)
- Fuel/propulsion System problems (862)
- Fuel System, Gasoline problems (858)
- Power Train problems (503)
- Steering problems (340)
See all Jeep Liberty problems.