Window & Wiper complaints by model year
Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (power windows, windshield, wipers, mirrors, sunroof).
Mileage when the problem started
What owners report
The contact owns a 2012 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH, during a rain shower, the sunroof opened inadvertently allowing water to enter the passenger cabin. The contact attempted to close the sunroof; however, he could hear that the motor was making a whirring sound, but the sunroof failed to close. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the sunroof was not on track and that the parts to perform the repair were unavailable. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 140,000.
Starting two years ago, after a rain, when parked, upon locking my car either manually or with the key fob, the alarm goes off, interior lights illuminate and the dash states the gate is ajar. Repeatedly open and close the gate with no remedy. Have to leave car unlocked and usually the interior lights go off after a few hours. Related is the gate occasionally fails to unlock as well as unable to open the rear gate window. And the rear wiper continues to stay on after being turned off. All appear to be related to moisture somehow affecting the lift gate electrical system. Have taken to dealership three times, first two under warranty and dealer advised unable to find problem. Third time after warranty expired, advised they would need to replace seal at cost of $600. Declined repair.
After stopping at a rest area on trip from lucas ohio to cinccinnati upon leaving found head lights not working. After approx. 1/2 hour lights came on so placed on auto and they work now, but now noticed while driving and it starts raining wipers don't work all the time also when this happens there's no horn, turn signals,or wipers so we are starting to worry about being on highway and starts raining wipers wont work and have needed horn several times and it don't work. We have noticed that when the digital compass on dash is off that the following don't work, including headlight switch,wipers,horn, turnsignals,cruise control,steering wheel radio controls, seems all problems are centered around the compass on dash going off and all steering wheel electrical components!
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 Jeep Liberty. While driving 70 MPH, the sky slider roof began to separate from the vehicle. The contact taped the sky slider shut; however, water began to seep through the tape. The contact also stated that the turn signals, windows, and driver side door panel became inoperable over time. The local dealer (atlantic Chrysler Jeep, 6820 tilton road, egg harbor township, nj 08234) was contacted and stated that the failure would recur if repaired. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that a mildew odor was present. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and provided no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 54,000.
First incident was in November to where my headlights quit working. I switched out the dual switch but that did not help and then tried cleaning and switching the relays around in the TIPM and that helped somewhat. Now I have a whole set of problems. My wipers will not shut off and headlights will not shut off unless I turn car off, and my blinkers are not working at all. I had to pull the fuse for the wipers but cannot find the fuse for the blinkers because it is part of the TIPM as well as the headlights. I am worried that with these little issues coming up that eventually bigger ones will happen if the TIPM is the problem and Chrysler knows about this, why isn't there a recall. I do not see why I should dish out all this money to repair something that is a defect.
This electrical problem showed up in the middle of driving down the road. The entire car shut down going 40 MPH. Lights flashed, wipers went off, horn too, all for 10 seconds, while cruising with now power/gas. Then the car started again on its own, and kept driving. Ever since, the electrical system is screwed up. Wipers will run, but do not push fluid. Car doors will not lock/unlock with keyfob or driver's side controls. Must manually lock/unlock all doors. The tailgate cannot unlock, therefore will not open. Fan doesn't work, so no A/C or heat. Mechanic said the TIPM must be replaced, and it is not covered by Jeep/Chrysler warranty. $1300 out of pocket! This is ridiculous, it is obviously a manufacturer defect.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that the front vents were malfunctioning and prevented the windows from defogging, especially during the winter months. The contact stated that there was a directional flap that turned the vents, including one for the heat, air conditioner, and defoggers. The contact bought the vehicle from a private party and had not contacted a dealer or manufacturer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 140,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that the slider roof hesitated to operate. In addition, the contact stated that there was a leak on the driver side and the rearview mirror. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the right and left side pins were fractured and the slider roof needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 104,968.
Related recalls (2)
Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2008 Jeep liberty vehicles. The vehicles are equipped with windshield wiper motors that contain excess adhesive that May allow for water intrusion, which could result in intermittent and eventually inoperative windshield wiper operation.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the windshield wiper motor free of charge. The safety recall began on December 1, 2010. Owners May contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Visibility › Windshield
Chrysler is recalling 494 my 2008 Jeep liberty vehicles. The windshield and/or fixed rear quarter glass May have been assembled using incorrect urethane adhesive. This could affect glass retention.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the windshield and/or fixed rear quarter glass free of charge. The recall began on October 13, 2008. Owners May contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Frequently asked questions
Which Jeep Liberty years have window & wiper problems?
By NHTSA complaints, the 2006 (426), 2007 (230), 2004 (119), 2003 (95) and 2005 (91) model years. Window & Wiper complaints make up 31% of all complaints for the 2006.
Is there a recall for Jeep Liberty window & wiper problems?
Yes — 2 recalls, including 10V-550 (motor, Nov 3, 2010); 08V-455 (windshield, Sep 9, 2008). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers; check a specific car with the VIN recall check.
At what mileage do Jeep Liberty window & wiper problems start?
Across all years, half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 53,000 miles; 47% happened before 50,000 miles.
What part fails most often?
Owners most often name the power window devices and controls (652 mentions), followed by the sun/moon roof assembly (45).
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.