Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2010 Jeep Liberty owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
2010 Jeep Liberty spontaneously caught on fire and exploded on Friday April 15, 2016. My stepdad and I were out and we stopped and picked up a pizza on the way home and everything was just fine the whole drive home, no smell, no driving issues, no smoke, no overheating dings, no funky sounds. We pulled into the driveway to park and turned off the car, my stepdad got out first, and when I opened my door I said 'ooh it smells like fall!' (I thought the neighbors were having a bonfire or something.) then I saw it and told him 'the car is smoking!' and I got out of the car and got away from it. He tried to open the hood thinking it was a radiator or something but it was so hot it burned his fingers and then he lifted it a bit with a screwdriver as we went to get the fire extinguisher and we saw the fire start shooting out of the sides. It was so hot and so fast. …
When filling the vehicle with gas, the fuel overflows onto the side of the car, onto the ground and sometimes, if you forget and don't stand back far enough, is will splash onto who ever is filling the tank. This started in the fall of 2013 and continued off and on until the winter of 2014 when it became an every fill up issue. We did some research and found that older models of Jeep Liberty had the same problem, and had been recalled to have the tanks replaced. When we contacted Jeep they told us that my vehicle was not included in the recall, and that they would not do anything to help with the cost of replacing the tank. I had some other work done this last week on my Liberty and found out that to correct the problem, I would have to pay $710.00 for the tank and $365.00 for the labor. …
Fuel blows back explosively while filling tank. Dealer reports check valve in inside the gas tank not on the filler neck and that replacing fuel tank in only way to fix. Cost estimate $1370, plus $146.50 to diagnose the problem for a total of $1,517.31. This is a safety issue which Jeep is well aware and widely discussed on various forums. Jeep has recalled other models, but not this specific model and year. Serious bodily harm and death is a potential with this safety problem. Jeep refuses to assist on any cost or repair of the vehicle. Fuel tanks are made to last the life of a car, this is a manufacturing defect which should be dealt with. Car is single owner, was bought new in August 2010, no other problems. Case #28823444 at Jeep. Called 3 times, was offered zero assistance to mitigate the problem.
This car has eletrical issues, while driving, the horn started going off on his own. I never use my horn, and can count on 1 hand how many times I used it. The repair cost me over $800. I also had to replace the motor for the rear door, I never use the hatch, and I had to replace. My car is now currently being repair for another electrical issue. The passager door is closed, however the door ajar light is on causing my interior light not to stay on. The passenger door is completely closed- due to this electrical issue my lights will not shut off and will kill the battery. I have also experience both windows decided to open and close while driving on their own. This car is an electrical disaster. I do not drive long distance, just local. Its a 2010 and I have 75, 000 miles on it.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 Jeep Liberty. While driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle jerked and decelerated. Also, the check engine indicator illuminated. The failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to nyle maxwell Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of austin [phone], located at 13401 ranch rd 620 n, austin, tx 78717) where the technician diagnosed and replaced the o2 sensor. The contact stated that the failure recurred every six months, especially when fuel was placed in the vehicle. The manufacturer was called, but no one answered the phone. The failure was not remedied. The failure mileage was approximately 28,000. Fold that dealer in austin, tx put company the vehicle repair information under tow gilberts.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 Jeep Liberty. While attempting to fuel the vehicle, the contact noticed fuel leaking out underneath the vehicle. There were no warning indicators illuminated before the failure. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing, but not failures were found. The contact found a faulty check valve and paid for the repair. The contact called the manufacturer and was informed that the recall did not include his vehicle only the 2007-2008 models. The contact then took the vehicle back to the mechanic for the same failure a week later and was advised that a new fuel tank was needed. It was unknown if a dealer was contacted. The failure mileage was 156,000.
It will burp gas back of the filler nozzle. Tried different gas stations. Tried different types of pumps. On automatic fill-up it will cut off, then a big burp of gas spews out of the filler nozzle. Happens mostly in the cool weather, randomly in high temps (80f+). Dealer inspected said they could find no problem... Told me the only option would be a fuel tank replacement for around 1500 dollars. It is the same symptom the recall/warranty extension for 2008 Jeep Liberty's covered in the x46 lifetime warranty extension; however, this does not cover any other model years and this is happening in other model years. Thank you for your time looking into this matter.
About a quart of gas will "burp" out directly after the pump has kicked off, spilling over the side of the Jeep and onto the person pumping gas. The odd thing is that it actually shoots out under some pressure. The problem is not caused by over-filling. At the dealership I was told I would need to replace the fuel tank. The spillage is a major issue by itself, but I am very concerned about safety issues if an accident occurs. Will this problem cause a fire hazard during an accident? If I replace the gas tank now, will I have the same problem after the next 45,000 miles. Replacing the tank is extreme as a regular maintenance item.
Rollover protection valve in the fuel tank has failed and gas pours out of the filler neck when filling the vehicle with fuel. After the pump shuts off, fuel pours out of the filler neck and onto the person fueling the vehicle. This is an issue that is being repaired under extended warranty for previous model years but not the 2010 model year, even though it is the same issue.
I started my 2010 Jeep Liberty and it started revving up on its own, my foot was not on gas and it just kept revving up. I put it in drive with my foot on the brake and it took off on its own while both my feet were on the break. I put it in neutral and turned it off for a few minutes. When I restarted it, it continued to rev up on its own.
Fuel System complaints in other Liberty years
Frequently asked questions
How common are fuel system problems on the 2010 Jeep Liberty?
NHTSA has 34 complaints about the fuel & propulsion system of the 2010 Jeep Liberty, 17% of the model year's 197 complaints.
Is there a recall for 2010 Jeep Liberty fuel system problems?
No. NHTSA lists no fuel & propulsion system recall for the 2010 Jeep Liberty, though it has 2 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 2010 Jeep Liberty fuel system problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 45,000 miles, and 4% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 0 crashes, 1 fire and 0 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.