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CarsLore / Jeep / Liberty / 2009

2009 Jeep Liberty

108 owner complaints — #11 of 13 Liberty model years. 0 recalls, 25 service bulletins.

108complaints · 2 crashes, 2 fires
0recalls
25manufacturer bulletins
61,700 mimedian mileage at failure

Problems owners report

Complaints filed with NHTSA about the 2009 Jeep Liberty, by the system named in each complaint. One complaint can name several.

  • Structure20
  • Electrical system19
  • Fuel/propulsion system15
  • Unknown or other13
  • Air bags12
  • Wheels10
  • Suspension7
  • Engine7
  • Tires7
  • Visibility6

NHTSA ODI complaints (public domain) · updated 23 Oct 2026 · 6 injuries and 0 deaths reported

Compared with other years

’00’02’04’06’08’09’10’12108’00’03’06’09’12108
20022003200420052006200720082009201020112012

NHTSA ODI complaints by model year

Fatal crashes in the US

From 2020 to 2023, 21 2009 Liberty vehicles were involved in crashes on US public roads in which someone died; 12 people died inside them, and 6 of the vehicles rolled over. This is a count, not a crash rate: it grows with the number of cars on the road.

NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS), crash years 2020–2023 (public domain)

New York safety inspections

At its first New York inspection the 2009 Jeep Liberty failed the safety check 2.26% of the time — 11% less often than the average 2009 passenger car (2.52%). Median odometer at inspection: 129,741 miles.

6,695first inspections
2.26%failed on safety
129,741 mimedian odometer
0.0%1.1%2.1%’02’04’06’08’09’10’122.3%0.0%1.1%2.1%’02’05’08’09’11’122.3%

NY DMV Vehicle Inspections (vezn-fmmk), initial inspections since Aug 2021 · how we count

Fuel consumption

Official Canadian test results for 1 variant: combined 13.7 L/100 km (about 17 mpg US), CO₂ 315 g/km.

VariantEngineTransmissionCityHighwayCombinedCO₂ g/km
Liberty 4X4 · Sport utility vehicle · Regular gasoline3.7 L, 6 cyl.A415.611.413.7315

Litres per 100 km. Natural Resources Canada, Fuel consumption ratings (open.canada.ca) · Open Government Licence – Canada

Recalls

No recall campaigns cover the 2009 Jeep Liberty.

Whether a recall was fixed on a particular car is known only to the manufacturer: check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

NHTSA recalls · summaries in NHTSA's own words

Service bulletins

What Jeep told its dealers about the 2009 Jeep Liberty: known faults, fixes and updates.

BulletinSummary
10248509Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring diagrams in Service Library that is causing the incorrect repair kit part number to populate. Please use the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website until this issue is resolved.
10244348Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring diagrams in Service Library that is causing the incorrect repair kit part number to populate. Please use the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website until this issue is resolved.
10223599Part Description: Valve Body Assembly Issue Description: Valve body design was changed between 2010MY and 2011MY applications. To prevent mix matching valve bodies and solenoid packs the connectors are color coded.~ Valve bodies with a white connector can be used on 2010, 2009, 2008..., model years. Valve bodies with a gray connector can only be used on 2011, 2012, 2013..., model years.~ Solenoid packs with a white connector are used with 2010, 2009, 2008..., model years. Solenoid packs with a gray connector are used with 2011, 2012, 2013..., model years.
10221831(Revision A) No Start No Crank ? Starter Will Not Engage And There Are No Related Codes Or Concerns
10221554Flash: Powertrain Diagnostic And System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest available software. A small number of customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation, the technician may find the following DTCs set in the PCM memory: **U0140 - Lost Communication With Body Control Module (BCM) (10-12 MY only). Auto Shutdown (ASD) Relay Enhancements To Improve Fuel Pump Relay Initialization At Key On - (10-12 MY only).** P0401 - EGR System Performance. In addition the cu
10221097Transmission Kit with Torque Converter 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles. If the transmission bracket to the transmission case fasteners are removed during servicing, the fasteners (Part Number 06511385A$) are one-time usage. Vehicles built prior to 10/23/2015 requires Service Kit PN 68461214AA; includes Transmission Isolator PN 68264483AA, and Adaptation Bracket 68264479AA and Fastener Service Kit PN 68329056AA Vehicles built after on or after 10/23/2015 will require only the Fastener Service Kit PN 68329056AA. 2. All 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles. If the vehicle you are repair
10220101Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
10220099Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
10220098Authentic Mopar Glass Replacement This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the recommended usage of Authentic Mopar Glass.
10220097Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
10217714Clock In The Radio Loses Time This bulletin involves replacing the Wireless Control Module (WCM)/Sentry Key Remote Entry Module (SKREEM). Customer may experience a condition where the clock will lose over one minute a month.
10216395Gasoline Engine Diagnostic Inspection Procedure This bulletin provides a procedure to determine repair versus replacement of a gasoline long block engine assembly. This procedure is to be used prior to conducting any engine related repairs or removal of engine components.
10216394Waterleak At The Rear Of The Headliner This bulletin involves inspecting the rear of the headliner for water residual and if necessary sealing the right and/or left roof ditch. The customer may notice the headliner is wet in either the right or left rear corners.
10215969Clock In The Radio Loses Time This bulletin involves replacing the Wireless Control Module (WCM)/Sentry Key Remote Entry Module (SKREEM). Customer may experience a condition where the clock will lose over one minute a month.
10191460Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.
10189374Clock In The Radio Loses Time This bulletin involves replacing the Wireless Control Module (WCM)/Sentry Key Remote Entry Module (SKREEM). Customer may experience a condition where the clock will lose over one minute a month.
10188664Clock In The Radio Loses Time This bulletin involves replacing the Wireless Control Module (WCM)/Sentry Key Remote Entry Module (SKREEM). Customer may experience a condition where the clock will lose over one minute a month.
10180221(Revision A) No Start No Crank ? Starter Will Not Engage And There Are No Related Codes Or Concerns
10175743Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
10175735Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are necessary.
10169249Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
10169247Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
10169245Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
10166537RADIO [RES] - New and/or Service Exchange For RES radio concerns. Use the wiTECH 2.0 and inspect the radio part number and serial number under the Radio/ECU Details tab. Please verify that the radio part number and/or serial number is not "FFFF". If either field shows "FFFF", please contact Mike Wielgat at 248-576-6696 or Rohan Negandhi at 248-421-9608 If no response in 15 minutes, proceed with repair.
10141229Clock In The Radio Loses Time This bulletin involves replacing the Wireless Control Module (WCM)/Sentry Key Remote Entry Module (SKREEM). Customer may experience a condition where the clock will lose over one minute a month.

NHTSA manufacturer communications (public domain)

NHTSA investigations

DP14004 · Electrical systemopened 25 Sept 2014 · closed 24 Jul 2015

Totally Integrated Power Module Failure

NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation