Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (fuel pump, injectors, fuel tank, hybrid and EV propulsion).
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).
The contact owns a 2007 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormally strong fuel odor coming from the vehicle. The contact stated that the fuel gauge failed to operate as intended. The contact stated that after refueling the vehicle the fuel gauge failed to provide the proper fuel level. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with fuel injector failure. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated the failure occurred frequently after the vehicle was repaired. The contact related the failure to an unknown recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but confirmed that the vehicle was not included in a recall. The failure mileage was unavailable.
Many Jeep vehicles have gas blow back during refueling. This problem has existed for a number of years and Jeep has issued recalls. Please read the following: If each Jeep user spills .1 gallon during refueling and they refuel the Jeep 12 times per year they spill 1.2 gallons per year. This is a very low estimate. If there are 100,000 Jeeps experiencing this problem that is 120,000 gallons of gas per year. Does anyone at NHTSA care?
When filling the gas tank the sensor that indicates the tank is full is defective. When it shuts off the gas pump, gas spews out of the tank heavily, getting on auto, ground and person. I spoke to Chrysler about this problem and they said they are aware of this defect but have not issued a recall. They further advised that I would be responsible for all repair expenses if I choose to have the tank replaced. This is a serious defect that Chrysler should fix. The Jeep Liberty has poorly designed gas tanks, they spew gas upon filling and catch fire upon rear impact. Chrysler should be made to correct these issues and stop offering patches, I. E. Hitches that help protect gas tanks in rear contact/impact under 40 MPH, that don't protect the consumer from serious bodily harm and/or death. These risk need to eliminated, not pacified!
The 2007 Jeep Liberty sport my parents and 3 year old child were in was t-boned on the passenger side by another car that was traveling at approx. 45 MPH upon impact, resulting in the Jeep rolling over several times. The other car struck the Jeep directly in the middle, causing the middle section to cave in, forcing the passenger seat into the dash/glove compartment. The rear axle on the passenger side separated from the frame, the drive-train separated, the gas tank ruptured, and the rear shock springs came off. The person seated in the front pass. Seat sustained a spinal fracture and brain hemorrhaging. The driver sustained internal bruising/damage from hitting the steering wheel, ultimately breaking the steering column. All occupants were wearing their seat belts.
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 contact investigated a fire involving a 2007 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that the vehicle was hit from the rear and the fuel ignited. The vehicle had stopped suddenly in front of another vehicle that was traveling 15 MPH. The bullet vehicle nosed under the rear of the target vehcle. The fire destroyed both vehicles and damaged another vehicle parked nearby. The Liberty's fuel tank was destroyed by the fire leaving the tank support straps hanging. The failure and current mileages were 47000. Investigation indicated the cause of the crash was road rage. Updated 12/10/10 see also 10366653.
Tl contact owns a 2007 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that every time the vehicle was refueled, the fuel tank would overflow. The contact stated that the vehicle exhibited same failures listed in recall NHTSA campaign number: 13V252000 (fuel system, gasoline, structure). However, the VIN was not included. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the fuel cap and evaporator hard line at the firewall needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 85,794. Updated 4/20/15 updated 9/21/2017
I received a safety recall notice # n46/NHTSA 13v-252 last year stating the fuel tank on my vehicle has a chance of experiencing a fuel leak and requires inspection and installation of an OEM trailer hitch, free of charge to better manage crash forces in low-speed impacts. Over the course of several months, I have made several attempts to resolve this matter with the following dealer with no success. I am repeatedly told the "parts are still not in", so they cannot help me. It has now been over 6 months with no resolution. Tuttle-click 40 auto center drive irvine, ca [phone]
When pumping gas and it shuts off automatically gas spews out like a volcano from the gas tank. It's so bad that the gas attendant has had to come over and put absorbent material on top of the gas spill and we've had to wash down our car so it won't eat the paint. I contacted Jeep who told me there is no recall on this particular vehicle, but this is a problem with other Jeep models and there is a current recall on those models. It sounds like they need to expand their recall to include the 2007 Jeep Liberty's that have this problem. Thank you.
Almost every time I fill-up, there is a splash-back from the fuel filler opening. This apparently is a very common problem with the Liberty model among others. I spoke with the service department at the dealership and was told that I would need to pay for any repairs since there was no recall that would pay for it. I then contacted Chrysler who told me that my specific Liberty is not part of any recall or TSB so they cannot help. I believe this problem poses a hazard if the gas was to ignite. The most recent occurrence was on 26 February 2016.
NHTSA investigations
Crash Related Fuel Tank Fires
ODI has completed an extensive analysis of rear crash fuel tank system integrity data for the subject Jeep Cherokee, Grand Cherokee and Liberty vehicles (SVs).As of June 2013, ODI knew of 56 post-collision fatal fires, 28 non-fatal fires, and 6 fuel leak incidents (totaling 90 incidents, 75 fatalities and 58 injuries) involving the SVs.Based on this analysis, ODI issued a Recall Request Letter (RRL) on June 3, 2013…
Fuel System complaints in other Liberty years
Frequently asked questions
How common are fuel system problems on the 2007 Jeep Liberty?
NHTSA has 211 complaints about the fuel & propulsion system of the 2007 Jeep Liberty, 30% of the model year's 703 complaints. The component named most often is storage (1 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2007 Jeep Liberty fuel system problems?
No. NHTSA lists no fuel & propulsion system 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 fuel system problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 47,000 miles, and 13% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 4 crashes, 2 fires and 3 injuries to fuel & propulsion system 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.