Problems with 2005 Jeep Liberty VISIBILITY

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 jeep liberty. the power windows would fail intermittently. the rear and front passenger's side windows were off track and falling into the door panel. also, the front and rear driver's side door handle had broken off completely. the vehicle was taken to her local dealer where the window regulator and the door handles and panel were repaired under extended warranty. on a later date, the front driver's side window would operate intermittently and was slow to return to the closed position. also, both the rear driver and passenger's side windows were dropping back into the door panel. the vehicle was taken to a local service shop where they advised the window regulator was faulty in design and referred her to her local dealer. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where she was awaiting repairs. there were no recalls on the vehicle. the failure mileage was under 36,000 and the current just under 59,000.

Rear door window regulator malfunctions (jan 19, 2009 and aug. 11, 2009) causing vehicle exposure to climate elements and high theft rates when power windows are jammed in open positions. *tr

2005 jeep liberty with only 43,000 miles-driving on the interstate at speed limit when rear window started sliding down. attempts to raise window caused a loud grinding noise. once i reached my destination, i was unable to leave my vehicle since i cannot secure the window or the contents. i've contacted the dealership who have informed me that repairs will be in excess of $200.00 and that this happens quite often with this particular model. in 40 years of driving, i have never had this happen. i've been a loyal jeep owner for more than 15 years but this is the last one i will buy! *tr

I have a 2005 jeep liberty renegade. my car has less than 25,000 miles on it, but three of the windows have had to be replaced because they fell down into the window well. the driver window is the only one that has not been replaced. each window has cost me $400 to replace!! *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 jeep liberty. the contact stated that both the driver and passenger side rear windows fell into the doorpanel. the contact took the vehicle to a dealer and the dealer replace the regulator assembly for each window. the contact stated the rear window had to be replaced over three times. the contact stated that regulator that the dealers were using to remedy the issue were defective. the failure mileage was 58,000.

2005 jeep libery rear driver side window regulator failure, resulting in loss of power window function and inability to keep window closed. regulator was replaced at cost to owner. at approx same time, rear window wiper motor failed, was not repaired due to cost. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 jeep liberty. the contact stated that she has been having issues with her windows rolling up and down. her door handles have been falling off as well. the contact stated they had taken the vehicle into the dealer for the problems to be repaired but nothing had been repaired.the contact stated her grandchildren have to ride in this vehicle and she does not feel as if it is safe. the general manager had not yet looked at the vehicle but is stating that they will not repair the door handles because the contact has abused the door handles. the failure mileage 40,000 and the current mileage was 59,000. the vin was not available.

2005 jeep liberty rear passenger side auto window failed @ 55k. window drops 3 inches and will not go up or down. dealer says not covered. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 jeep liberty. the contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle made loud whining noises. the vehicle had not been diagnosed. the manufacturer was notified but stated there were no recalls for the vin. the contact did extensive research on the internet and determined that the failure was the power steering pump. the contact also stated that the windows in the vehicle randomly open independently. the vehicle had not been repaired. the failure and current mileage was 31,000.

I was rolling down the left rear window (electric) when it made a terrible noise. after that, it wouldn't go up or down. the window hasn't been activated 5 times since i bought the jeep in 2005. it was taken to the dealer and i was told that i need a new window register. cost $145.00 and $50.00 labor. bottom line, 2005 jeep liberty, 38000 miles, 3 years old and windows failing. *tr

Tl*the contact owns a 2005 jeep liberty. while driving 25 mph, the front passenger side window suddenly dropped into the door. the same failure occurred three weeks later with the rear driver's side window. the dealer stated that the windows needed to be replaced, but the contact cannot afford the repairs. she has not taken the vehicle back to the dealer and believes that a recall should be issued. the windows have not been repaired. the failure mileage was less than 70,000 and current mileage was 94,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 jeep liberty. the contact stated the rear driver and passenger side power window malfunctioned. the contact heard a strange sound while the window opened and closed. the contact also stated the window at times would fall inside the door while the power was off. the contact took the vehicle to the dealer for diagnostic testing. the test results confirmed a defective regulator. the dealer replaced both regulators but the repair did not remedy the issue. the failure mileage was 32,000.

The driver side rear window failed and the window and the unlocking mechanism will not operate. when this failure occurs, the window will not raise and the door will not unlock. the replacement parts are the same as the original parts. the rear sided window and locking mechanism (regulator) has failed. the dealership told us that this is a known problem (defect) with these jeep liberties. it is just a matter of time until they fail again. these rear windows are not used very often, so we do not know when the next failure will occur. we have one year left on the extended warranty, but if an improved part is not used for the repairs, it will fail again. *tr

Tl*the contact owns a 2005 jeep liberty. the contact stated that the passengers side rear windows and doors would not open. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the window regulator was defective and needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was not contacted. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 10,000 and the current mileage was 19,000.

My back drivers side window keeps sliding down. i was told it was the regulator. this is no longer covered under the warranty. *tr

I purchased a 2005 jeep liberty in july 2005, only 10 miles. i was excited as this was my first new vehicle. i heard good things about jeep however, over past two years i am very disappointed in jeep. i have had two recalls on my jeep. one replace the ball joints and the other for a transmission/gear slip. two months after i bought it, motor on the driver?s side rear window went motor was making noise and window just rolled down. on the freeway the window just came all the way down by itself. i brought the jeep in and reps told me the regulator/motor was bad. i noticed that other customers had same problem. little over two years later, other window on the rear passenger side went. my window broke thursday night, 4/10/08. i was leaving work late and where i work isn't best part of town. i came up to my jeep and noticed the window was all the way down! this is definitely safety issue. called the dealership the next day at moore chrysler jeep peoria az 85382 told them what happened. i asked the rep if they would need to order the part before i come in. she stated and i quote, ?no, we don?t need to order the part as this is a common jeep problem. we have plenty in stock.? this is obviously a manufacturer defect i was furious at this point since this is the second time i have had to go and get this fixed. this is not a wear and tear type of problem. this is a manufacturer defect and they know it is faulty product. this is common knowledge at dealerships and they know that! i can?t see how jeep could knowingly put these vehicles up for sale like this! this is definitely a safety hazard. what if i had been parked at the mall? there is no defense, the window just rolls down by itself, with the engine turned off! as you can see i am very upset by this. this faulty motor needs to be recalled in all jeeps! i hope that no one gets hurt by this faulty motor as a child could easily go out the window! or they could get in and hide and ...

Bought liberty new in 2005. on 03-26-08, left rear window regulator broke for no reason. repair not covered under warranty-cost $325.00. other owners had same complaint, buy per jeep, no recall. on 12-16-09, right front window regulator broke and window dropped into door panel. still no recall. per service advisor jeep now using a different "fix"" and replaced regulator should not have same problem. repair cost $381.00. on 11-03-10, left rear window regulator (previously replaced in 03-08) broke again. window had not even been used dozen times since previously replaced. filed complaint with jeep. also researched and saw many jeep owners having same repetitive problem. was advised by chrysler customer assistance center that it was a vendor issue and no recall in effect. after battle with chrysler, they finally agreed to reimburse me 100% for 3rd window and the cost of the 2 prior repairs minus $100.00 deductible. they reimbursed me $606.00. *tr

The driver side rear window slides down without use of the window control - it will then not go up. during driving this condition causes wind to enter the vehicle making for a dangerous situation. *tr

Failure of power window cable caused rear door to be "deadbolted" closed without the ability to open when the cable snaked its way into the door catch system. when adding this information to a forum it was brought up by other members that this has happened to them as well. this "deadbolting" of the doors is a major safety issue. *tr

The rear window on the driver's side fell down for no reason. i pressed the switch it did not move. i pulled it up by hand but it would fall right down. i took it to the jeep dealer thinking it would be under warranty but they charged me. two years later it happened again on the same window. i paid for it again. since, they fixed it last time they scratched the glass and i cannot open the door from the inside. i am single and 99.9% of the time i am the only one in the car. the window does not even get used and it fails. the window was not used once since the second replacement and it has failed again for a third time. the second time i was at the jeep dealer to have it replaced the service advisor even said to me that this happens all the time on these vehicles. well, then why isn't something being done about it? when you read the internet you will find that all jeep liberty's from 2002 to 2007 have this problem. the part was not engineered correctly and does not hold up. the part is clearly defective. you will be driving along and all of a sudden you hear air rushing in behind you. chrysler needs to be forced to fix it because otherwise, they will not do it. they knowingly sold a defective product which is fraud and it is illegal. your jeep is never secure and is unsafe. i travel into the city every day and have to fear that when i walk out my window will be down and i will be robbed or someone can just reach in and get in my car because the window is down and kill me, attack me or rob me. this does not even include the numerous other problems: belt tensioner defective, ball joints bad, rear window not working, roof rack lose and faded, windshield leaking, electrical issue, horn stuck on just to name some of the problems i have experienced. every year or two jeep expects you to pay hundreds of dollars to have a defective part fixed.

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 jeep liberty. the contacted stated the rear passenger window regulator failed twice causing the window to become inoperable. the window regulator was replaced twice under warranty but the contact was concerned that the regulator would fail again because the dealer replaced the failure with another defective regulator. the manufacturer was contacted and advised that if the window regulator were to fail in the future, they would not assist with the repair. the failure mileage was 12,000 and the current mileage was 47,000. updated 06/07/11*lj

Tl*the contact owns a 2005 jeep liberty. while driving 30 mph, the contact discovered that the rear driver's side window would not roll down. he was also unable to unlock the door. the dealer stated that the failure was a common defect in the jeep liberty, and the window failure caused the door lock to fail. the dealer charged $360 for the repair. in december of 2007, the rear driver's side window failed again. in march of 2008, the rear passenger side window failed. a report was filed with the manufacturer and they recommended that the vehicle be returned to the dealer for a diagnosis. instead, the contact took the vehicle to a garage and the mechanic stated that the motor was defective. the failure mileage was 37,000 and current mileage was 59,398. updated 03-06-09 *bf the dealer replaced the regulator. updated 03/10/09.*jb

Since we bought the liberty we have had a total of 12 incidents where the windows have fallen down and left the vehicle vulnerable to the elements and on two occasions personal property has been taken from inside the vehicle in shopping center parking lots. chrysler sold us an extended warranty which will cover the repairs but there is a $100 deductible every time the vehicle goes in. jeep makes a joke out of it when they see me come in by saying "what, another window ?" and then laughing and saying this is getting to be a routine, this is true and i know all of the people there because i sold chrysler/ jeep / dodge for 5 years so i just laugh with them but it really makes me mad that jeep won't fix an issue that is so obvious and so many people have problems with. this is a safety issue since my wife drives this car to work and when she goes to the car after work she has to check and see if anyone is inside the vehicle before she gets in and when she is driving the car on the freeway if the window falls down it startles her and she has almost had an accident twice over the front windows falling. i now have two windows being held up by coat hangers stuffed in the window track so the inside doesn't get wet or the car sit outside with windows wide open. someone needs to nip this in the bud and get the chrysler corporation to step up and fix these vehicles before they hurt someone. *kb

Tl*the contact owns a 2005 jeep liberty. the contact had the rear passenger side and rear driver side window regulators replaced because the windows had fallen down in the door. the dealer stated that the failure was common. the contact called the manufacturer who stated that they would cover repair costs although the vehicle was no longer under warranty. the failure mileage was 33,199 and the current mileage was approximately 56,300. updated 12/23/10. *lj the window regulator had to be replaced three times. updated 04/15/11

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 jeep liberty. while parked the contact noticed the rear driver side window had fallen into the door panel. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. the technician inspected and advised the contact that the window regulator would have to be replaced. the vehicle was taken to the dealer approximately five times for repairs to the rear driver and passenger side window regulators. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a complaint was filed. the vehicle was repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 31,587.

The windows have fallen into my door well because, as i'm told by jeep service advisors, because of defective plastic clips installed on their window assemblies. this has been an ongoing problem since i've owned this jeep and i consider it to be a safety issue because i live in the heart of carjackings, thefts, & crime in general, and cannot lock my car because i have no windows. (i am also elderly, female & consider myself to more vulnerable to crime chrysler has agreed to reimburse me, but then re-engaged, and would rather have a "cat fight" than to step up plate & pay for the problem they have created for the consumer! many jeep owners, like myself have had their window fall more than 10 times @ $400.00 per fix = $4,000 x 10 million sold (approx.) = $40,000,000. staggering and intentional profits when the have created intentional defects to pass on to the consumer! chrysler has bullied me and their greed has caused me much stress and unnecessary expense due to the fact that i am on limited income and cannot sustain this expense. i will never own another jeep simply because of chrysler's apathy, lack of fairness to the foundation who built their lousy corp - the americans! they are aware this problem is widespread, but chose to treat each case as isolated, and in most cases will not pay. bail them out and we get ripped off in return! *tr

As a single mother of baby twins, i am both completely freaked out as well as gratefully relieved to have found this site. the complaints read like a checklist of past issues and god willing, preventable future issues. the gas tank cannot be "topped off"... all things considered, this was a seemingly acceptable issue. the engine light coming on accompanied by totally unexplained stalling every so often became a problem which would cease just as randomly as it occurred. finally (when pregnant and nervous) i brought it in after one too many times. apparently this jeep model/year is weather sensitive. rain seemed to be the catalyst, but i refuse to put one of those anal person car covers on becoming a slave to the weatherchannel. mechanic changed temperamental sensor which, so far, seems to be managed. the a/c fan only works at 3 and up, which is too much hot/cold for even the most anemic after more than five minutes. back to the weather, winter causes front struts to creak and moan like a geriatric beast. once again, this is annoying but seemingly innocuous. four wheel drive shift only works in part time hi (or low, don't recall), which is disappointing though again, not life threatening. the combination of these defects simply feels as if it was built with indifference to the consumer. now that i have two priceless passengers, i refuse to wait for the cv joints to disengage before demanding all repairs be made and double checked by my implicitly trusted mechanic (ironically also a twin). in closing, thank you to all who contributed their stories and enlightening me to caution regarding the dangerous flaws as well as commiserating our shared frustration with the problems, like the window track disengaging, which combined are one big expensive potentiality dangerous headache. *tr

Both of my back windows fell down into the door. i am married and no children living at home so the back seat is never used. we have rigged the windows into the door so they will stay shut. i am very disappointed in this american made car. i wanted to support the u.s. economy by buying a chrysler product and i am extremely disappointed that chrysler will not do anything about this problem. my jeep liberty is a 2005 model. *tr

The vehicle windshield started to crack from the bottom of the windshield upward within 1,000 miles. windshield cracks start below the wipers and run upwards. informed that windshield may not have been glued properly and that windshield may have slid down during installation before glue was dry, resulting in windshield touching the chassis thereby causing cracks. *jb

Tl*the contact owns a 2005 jeep liberty. the rear windows regulator failed numerous times causing the glass to fall into the door frame. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who replaced the window regulators under the warranty, but the failure wasn't corrected. the rear windows regulator failed again on september 3, 2010. the manufacturer took report 19926946 and advised they could assist with a copay towards the repair. the vehicle wasn't repaired. the failure mileage was 83,500 and the current mileage was 84,000.