MYRModel Year Report

2006 Jeep Liberty

■ Significantly worse — known issue year
2006 Jeep Liberty
BUILT 2026-10-10

This year had more than double the complaints of this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints
1,372
Recalls
10

Campaigns on file for 2006

Investigations
5

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Visibility

29% of complaints

Complaints per year

2000: 6 complaints 2000 2001: 10 complaints 2002: 1,808 complaints 2002 2003: 1,351 complaints 2004: 1,101 complaints 2004 2005: 1,118 complaints 2006: 1,372 complaints 2006 1,372 2007: 703 complaints 2008: 541 complaints 2008 2009: 108 complaints 2010: 197 complaints 2010 2011: 181 complaints 2012: 385 complaints 2012
2000: 6 complaints 2000 2001: 10 complaints 2001 2002: 1,808 complaints 2002 2003: 1,351 complaints 2003 2004: 1,101 complaints 2004 2005: 1,118 complaints 2005 2006: 1,372 complaints 2006 1,372 2007: 703 complaints 2007 2008: 541 complaints 2008 2009: 108 complaints 2009 2010: 197 complaints 2010 2011: 181 complaints 2011 2012: 385 complaints 2012
2000: 6 complaints 2000 2001: 10 complaints 2001 2002: 1,808 complaints 2002 2003: 1,351 complaints 2003 2004: 1,101 complaints 2004 2005: 1,118 complaints 2005 2006: 1,372 complaints 2006 1,372 2007: 703 complaints 2007 2008: 541 complaints 2008 2009: 108 complaints 2009 2010: 197 complaints 2010 2011: 181 complaints 2011 2012: 385 complaints 2012

2006: 1,372 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
20006
200110
20021,808
20031,351
20041,101
20051,118
20061,372
2007703
2008541
2009108
2010197
2011181
2012385

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Visibility

29% · 404 reports

Most commonly citing power window devices and controls and glass, side/rear.

CRASHFIREINJURY

Suspension

15% · 199 reports

Most commonly citing lower ball joint and rear.

CRASHINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

The rear suspension lower control arm has been recalled. The front needs to be recalled before someone gets killed. Same problem in the from. My boy could have been killed. Created extensive damage. *dt no VIN…

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-07-02

I got a notice for a recall for the rear suspension two weeks a go, last week I made an appt with my dealership for Monday the 16TH, but Sunday I was driving to work which is a mile aways going ten MPH, I was getting ready to park, but then my front...

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-07-18

The front passenger side lower ball joint corroded, failed, or detached while I was driving, causing the front of the car to basically fall onto the tire/steering to fail.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-12

Fuel system, gasoline

13% · 185 reports

Most commonly citing tank assembly and fuel pump.

CRASHINJURY

Fuel/propulsion system

12% · 164 reports
FIREINJURY

Electrical system

11% · 148 reports

Most commonly citing ignition and front underhood.

CRASHFIREINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

Dt*: the contact stated the brakes failed five times at low speeds. There was an accident causing minor damage to another vehicle. The dealer could not duplicate the problem. Also, the check engine light illuminated.

NHTSA ODI report, 2006-07-10

Also filed under Service brakes, hydraulic

Vehicle parked in driveway for approximately one hour, when neighbor notified that car was on fire.

NHTSA ODI report, 2006-06-29

Safety timeline

10 recalls · 5 investigations · oldest first

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    2005-11-28Power train05V460000 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…

    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…

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    2006Complaint volume 1,372 complaints filed for this model year.
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    2006-03-14Latches/locks/linkages06V072000 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…

    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…

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    2006-04-17Electrical system06V036000 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.

    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…

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  5. I
    2006-05-31Engineering analysisClosed 2006-08-24 Front suspension ball joint separation
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    2006-09-11Suspension06V288000 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…

    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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    2006-11-21Preliminary evaluationClosed 2007-03-12 Interior fire, passenger side dash area
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    2007-05-28Electrical system07V089000 On certain passenger vehicles equipped with valeo heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), the blower motor may overheat.

    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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    2007-08-08Preliminary evaluationClosed 2007-12-07 Diesel fuel leak
  10. R
    2009-10-15Suspension09E039000 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…

    Remedy: Rock krawler will notify owners and provide a free remedy. The safety recall began on October 15. 2008. All the affected untits have been remedied. Owners may contact rock krawler at…

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  11. I
    2010-11-18Audit queryClosed 2015-12-28 Fleet Vehicle Recall Completion Audit
  12. R
    2012-03-26Suspension12V085000 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…

    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…

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  13. I
    2012-06-12Engineering analysisClosed 2014-11-14 Crash Related Fuel Tank Fires
  14. R
    2014-08-01Fuel system, gasoline, structure13V252000 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…

    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…

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    2015-08-31Power train15V222000 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.

    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.

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    2018-06-26Suspension18V278000 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.

    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.

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Buy-smart checklist

2006 Jeep Liberty — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Visibility: 404 reports on file for this year.
  • Suspension: 199 reports on file for this year.
  • Fuel system, gasoline: 185 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 05V460000 · Power train
  • Recall 06V072000 · Latches/locks/linkages
  • Recall 06V036000 · Electrical system
  • Recall 06V288000 · Suspension
  • Recall 07V089000 · Electrical system
  • Recall 09E039000 · Suspension
  • Recall 12V085000 · Suspension
  • Recall 13V252000 · Fuel system, gasoline, structure
  • Recall 15V222000 · Power train
  • Recall 18V278000 · Suspension
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 2006 Jeep Liberty reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2006 Jeep Liberty is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Jeep Liberty?
The most-reported component is visibility, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2006 Jeep Liberty have?
10 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.