CarRecallWatchThe 2011 Jeep Liberty has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 181 complaints with NHTSA, including 16 crashes, 2 fires, 19 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (42 reports).
2011 Jeep Liberty recalls
Headrests May Not Deploy in Rear-End Crash
Certain vehicles may have a faulty occupant restraint controller (ORC), a module that controls safety systems.
Most common 2011 Jeep Liberty problems
Problem areas named in the 181 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 42 |
| Air Bags | 35 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 31 |
| Engine | 22 |
| Structure | 18 |
| Unknown Or Other | 13 |
| Service Brakes | 12 |
| Visibility | 11 |
| Power Train | 10 |
| Suspension | 6 |
What owners report
i HAVE OWNED THIS VEHICLE SINCE 2011 AND BEGAN HAVING ISSUES WITH PASSENGER AIRBAG LIGHT COMING ON INTERMITTENTLY OR SOMETIMES STAYING ON DURING TRIP WHETHER A PASSENGER WAS IN THE SEAT OR NOT. HAD TO INSTALL A NEW MOTOR IN 2025 DUE TO ANTIFREEZE OVERFLOWING INTO ENGINE COMPONENTS APPARENTLY AFTER OVERHEATING EVEN THOUGH GAUGE ON DASH NEVER INDICATED ISSUE. SQUEEKING SOUND WHEN PUTTING VEHICLE INTO REVERSE, CERT MECHANIC INSTALLED FRONT PADS AND ROTORS AND REAR BRAKE PADS AND LEFT REAR BRAKE CALIPER FOR A TOTAL COST OF $620. TRAVELED TO KC (APPX 100 MILES) ONE DAY LATER AND VEHICLE BEGAN LOSING ACCELERATION, STUTTERED AND SEEEMED TO SURGE INTERMITENTLY THEN REAR BRAKE BEGAN LOCKING UP AND S
Always had Transmissions / power train problems with it until now my mechanic and his Transmissions specialist said that I need a new transmission. They and all other mechanics and people who owned these jeeps or known people who owned these jeeps said they have major Transmissions / power train problems that eventually require new Transmissions on short timings compared to all other vehicles.
Upon inspection, significant underbody rust
Everytime I get gas the full tank spits gas back at you which gets everywhere drips down the vehicle on to the ground. Very dangerous.
The airbag light came on and the computer indicated it's the clock spring. I know that this is a safety issue as I've had the same issue with a previous car in which it was recalled.
2011 Jeep Liberty questions
Does the 2011 Jeep Liberty have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2011 Jeep Liberty: Headrests May Not Deploy in Rear-End Crash; Air Bags; Electrical System; Steering:Column. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Jeep Liberty?
Based on 181 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (42), Air Bags (35), Fuel/Propulsion System (31).
How do I check if a recall on my 2011 Jeep Liberty has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.