2009 Jeep Liberty
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than 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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2001 | 10 |
| 2002 | 1808 |
| 2003 | 1349 |
| 2004 | 1100 |
| 2005 | 1118 |
| 2006 | 1369 |
| 2007 | 703 |
| 2008 | 540 |
| 2009 | 108 |
| 2010 | 195 |
| 2011 | 180 |
| 2012 | 384 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
18% of complaints: electrical system — 19 distinct reports on file.
FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
ON FRIDAY, 07.07.2017, AS I WAS DRIVING INTO A TURN LANE FROM THE HWY, I HAD SLOWED WAY DOWN FOR TRAFFIC THEN PICKED UP SPEED SLIGHTLY, NOT EVEN 10 MPH, TO FOLLOW CARS IN THE TURN LANE WHEN THE ACCELERATOR BECAME SLUGGISH AND THE JEEP CAME TO A...
NHTSA ODI report, 20170717
MY KEY ON MY MY 2002 JEEP LIBERTY WILL NO LONGER TURN THE IGNITION. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20090301
14% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 15 distinct reports on file.
FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
Fuel Spit Back During Refueling. When refueling at any gas pump, flammable fuel almost always spits back out of the filler hose, down the side of the vehicle and pools on ground by the tire.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240220
12% of complaints: structure — 13 distinct reports on file.
INJURYShow complaint excerpts
I'm the original owner of a 2009 Jeep Liberty with a Skyslider roof that I barely used. I was driving when the Sky Slider roof suddenly blew open and back, snapping the cables and launching pieces of parts like missiles.
NHTSA ODI report, 20211229
snapped rear control arm. I own this vehicle in a salt state. no issues prior, it literally rusted and snapped with myself and my 5 year old in the car, causing me to lose control and almost crash.
NHTSA ODI report, 20250515
SKYSLIDER FLEW BACK WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY, ALMOST CAUSED AN ACCIDENT. DEALERSHIP SAID IT WOULD COST 4,000$ TO FIX, BUT THEY CAN'T FIX IT REGARDLESS. I BOUGHT THIS JEEP BRAND NEW FOR 35,000$ 40,000$ AFTER INTEREST.
NHTSA ODI report, 20171229
10% of complaints: air bags — 11 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
HEAD ON ACCIDENT, LEFT SIDE OF BOTH VEHICLES. VEHICLE 1 WAS TOTALED - NO AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20130209
9% of complaints: wheels — 10 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
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 INSTE
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 1-518-270-98
Campaign 09E039000 — check if this car was fixed
Totally Integrated Power Module Failure
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2009 Jeep Liberty — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (19 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (15 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for structure issues (13 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 09E039000 (suspension) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2009 Jeep Liberty reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2009 Jeep Liberty is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Jeep Liberty?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 18% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2009 Jeep Liberty have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.