2006 Jeep Liberty recalls
NHTSA lists 9 safety recall campaigns for the 2006 Jeep Liberty. Between them they involve suspension, power train, fuel system, electrical system and latches and locks. The most recent was received on May 1, 2018.
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Suspension
Rear Lower Control Arm Fracture
The defect: 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.
The risk: A fractured control arm can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear lower control arms, free of charge. The recall began June 26, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U38. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 12V-085. Vehicles included in that campaign are not included in this recall.
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Power train
Broken Clutch Ignition Interlock Spring
The defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2006 Dodge Viper and Jeep Wrangler and Liberty vehicles manufactured July 1, 2005, to July 31, 2006. In the affected vehicles, the springs within the clutch pedal position switch that prevents the vehicle from starting unless the clutch pedal is pushed down may break. As a result, the vehicle may not be started when the clutch pedal is pushed down or the engine may crank and start without the clutch pedal being pushed down causing the vehicle to unexpectedly lurch.
The risk: If the vehicle unexpectedly moves there is an increased risk of a crash.
The remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the clutch ignition interlock switch, free of charge. The recall began on August 31, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R13.
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Fuel system
Post-Collision Fire after Rear Impact
The defect: 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.
The risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
The remedy: Owners may take their vehicles to dealers and the dealers will perform a free inspection of the rear structure. On vehicles in the recall that are not equipped with a tow hitch, Chrysler will install a Chrysler designed tow hitch free of charge, provided the condition of the vehicle can support proper installation. On vehicles in the recall that are equipped with an aftermarket tow hitch, Chrysler will assess whether the hitch and surrounding areas show evidence of sharp edges or other puncture risks. If so, Chrysler will replace the tow hitch with a Chrysler designed tow hitch free of…
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Suspension
Rear lower control arm fracture
The defect: 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…
The risk: A fracture of the rear lower control arm may result in a loss of vehicle control and may lead to a vehicle crash.
The remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear lower control arms on all affected vehicles originally sold in, 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, free of charge. The safety recall began on march 26, 2012. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
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Electrical system
Overheating ventilation & ac blower motor
The defect: On certain passenger vehicles equipped with valeo heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), the blower motor may overheat.
The risk: This could cause an interior fire.
The remedy: 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.
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Suspension
Front lower ball joints
The 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.
The risk: 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.
The remedy: 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.
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Latches and locks
Front door latch reinforcement plate/FMVSS 206
The 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.
The risk: This increases the possibility of a door becoming forced open and an unbelted passenger being ejected during certain crash conditions.
The remedy: 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.
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Electrical system
Engine wiring harness
The 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.
The risk: Damage to the wiring harness could result in an underbody fire.
The remedy: 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.
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Power train
Automatic transmission cup plug
The 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.
The risk: If this occurs and the parking brake is not applied, the vehicle may roll away and cause a crash without warning.
The remedy: 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.
Check by VIN
A campaign rarely covers every Liberty built in 2006. Enter your 17-character VIN to find the recall campaigns filed for your make, model and model year. The VIN is on the driver’s side of the dashboard (visible through the windshield), on the door-jamb label, and on your registration and insurance documents.
Is a recall still open on your vehicle? Only NHTSA’s official VIN check can say whether a campaign applies to your exact vehicle and whether the repair has already been done.
Your VIN is decoded with NHTSA’s public vPIC service to identify the make, model and year. It is not stored and is not added to any page address.
What 2006 Jeep Liberty owners should do
- Check your VIN on NHTSA’s lookup to see which of these campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether any are still open.
- Call a Jeep dealer and book the repair, quoting the campaign numbers.
- If you have bought the vehicle used, the recall still applies: the repair is free whoever owns the vehicle now.
- Make sure your current address is on file with the manufacturer so the owner letters reach you.
Other Jeep Liberty model years
Common questions
Does the 2006 Jeep Liberty have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 9 campaigns for the 2006 Jeep Liberty: 18V-278 (Rear Lower Control Arm Fracture); 15V-222 (Broken Clutch Ignition Interlock Spring); 13V-252 (Post-Collision Fire after Rear Impact); 12V-085 (Rear lower control arm fracture); and 5 more.
How do I know if my 2006 Jeep Liberty has an open recall?
Enter your VIN in NHTSA’s recall lookup. Most campaigns cover only part of a model year’s production, and the lookup also shows whether the repair has already been done on your vehicle.
Will the dealer charge to fix the 2006 Jeep Liberty?
No. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge by Jeep dealers. Quote the NHTSA campaign number when you book.