Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (engine, cooling system, oil leaks, timing chain, exhaust).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2007 Jeep Liberty owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Jeep Liberty. While driving approximately 55 MPH uphill, there was a loss of power and vehicle control. When the brake pedal was depressed, the suspension failed to function and the rear of the vehicle swayed excessively. The vehicle crashed into a guardrail. The contact stated that the front driver's side bumper, headlight, and rear quarter panel were damaged. None of the air bags deployed. There were no injuries. A police report was not filed; however, a highway patrol agent inspected the vehicle. The insurance company was notified. The contact was later notified of NHTSA campaign number: 18V278000 (suspension). Autostar Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Fiat of waynesville (280 hyatt creek rd, waynesville, nc 28786, [phone]) was contacted. The insurance company had not yet inspected the vehicle. The cause of the failure had not been determined. …
The car was in motion and came to a sudden stop while reversing in a spot. Car shut off and black smoke care from engine and then caught fire. No warning light or indicators came on during this time. Once I was out of the car it caught fire.
Since the day I got the vehicle I have had nothing but problems it shut off while driving the steering wheel would lock up and all lights on dash would light up. Turn the key off wait a minute and it would start back up. Ground wire issue, the driver window stopped working 2x electrical problem. The power side mirror doesnt work it. While driving switches between 2 and 4 wheel drive on its own. The 4 wheel drive doesnt work. Transfer case, linkage cable broken. The part time light stay flashing or lite up on the dash the drive shalf broke and lower ball joint broke while driving. While driving the loss of traction lights up the dash. The radiator fan stopped working, water pump broken. The ac compressor and clutch went out while driving. …
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Jeep Liberty. While driving approximately 55 MPH, the contact heard an abnormal grinding sound coming from the front of the vehicle. The vehicle made a vibrating motion. The failure recurred several times intermittently. The contact also stated that there was a knocking sound from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000. The consumer was informed there was a knocking noise coming from the engine. The windows regulators were replaced several times, gas over flows, when pumping gas. Updated 07/20/15.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Jeep Liberty. While driving at various speeds, the vehicle would abruptly shift into gear and cause the vehicle to jerk. The contact also indicated that the traction control sensor light erroneously illuminated while operating the vehicle. The engine temperature and ABS sensor lights illuminated. The front end of the vehicle made a grinding noise, the radio was hot to the touch, and the ceiling light suddenly illuminated while operating the vehicle. The dealer was unable to diagnose the cause of the failures. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 12,000.
Auto made loud noises and stopped running. Would not start. Had towed to Jeep dealer who had it for 3 months and they made sure that the timing was fine. Replaced cam and crank sensor. Still wouldn't start. They finally called us to have the vehicle towed back to our home because the manufacturer told them it was probably the TIPM and wiring harness. They told us the cost for the part and to install it (with no guarantee it would fix the car) was $2,300 which we don't have so we have a vehicle that we can't even start.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Jeep Liberty. While driving 50 MPH, the vehicle lost power and failed to steer properly. The electronic stability control and traction control indicators illuminated prior to the failure. The dealer (darcars Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of new carrollton, 8100 annapolis rd, new carrollton, md 20784, [phone]) stated that it would cost $180 to diagnosed the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 121,261.
The engine light come on and stay on. The only time it will go off in the winter time. But will come back on once the warm weather come. Had it test and was told a spark plug or around the spark plug. I change all the spark plug and still engine light come on. It have been going on for about 3 yrs.
I bought this vehicle on November 29,2014 a year later the Jeep start breaking down such as overheated and waterpump engine light electrical keep going off power windows seem off track all four windows .pressure to drive it not pick up speed limit
I purchased a new 2007 Jeep Liberty on March 19, 2007 it had under 20 miles on it. After leaving the dealership the Jeep overheated about 15 miles later. I pulled over, popped the hood, and saw that the coolant overflow tank was bone dry. It took about 1 gallon of coolant to fill the tank. Within minutes of filling the tank I heard a gurgling noise when I would make a right hand turn. I drove the vehicle home, since it was late at night and parked it. The following morning I popped the hood and noticed that the coolant level had dropped. This continued for the remainder of the day and the following day. Two days after I purchased the Jeep, on March 21, 2007, I brought the Jeep back to the dealership. Upon inspection they found coolant in the engine. The service department said that the vehicle was unsafe to drive and had a serious problem. …
Engine complaints in other Liberty years
Frequently asked questions
How common are engine problems on the 2007 Jeep Liberty?
NHTSA has 21 complaints about the engine & cooling of the 2007 Jeep Liberty, 3% of the model year's 703 complaints. The component named most often is exhaust system › emission control › gas recirculation valve (egr valve) (1 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2007 Jeep Liberty engine problems?
No. NHTSA lists no engine & cooling recall for the 2007 Jeep Liberty, though it has 6 recalls for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 2007 Jeep Liberty engine problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 80,000 miles, and 29% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 1 crash, 1 fire and 0 injuries to engine & cooling problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.