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Would you trade your Liberty for something with fewer problems?

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#1 of 14 Would you trade your Liberty for something with less problems? by emmab May 07, 2008 (11:13 am)
I have a red 2006. The window problems and seat staining are the only things I have had to deal with. Other than that, the thing runs pretty well and looks nice inside. I'm trying to figure out if holding on to my Liberty, which still has warranty, is a wise move. Been looking at Hyundai Santa Fe's, lost out on a really super deal on one the other day (leather and all). I like my Liberty for handling, color, gas consumption (which is low for me). I worry about the problems we all know about, and the poor looking seats. Just curious. I see another post on some comparison SUV's but it's over 4000 messages so....... Replies to this message: zoeco (Jul 01, 2008 12:50 am)
#2 of 14 Re: Would you trade your Liberty for something with less problems? [emmab] by zoeco Jul 01, 2008 (12:50 am)
Replying to: emmab (May 07, 2008 11:13 am) I own a blue 03 liberty, and I have had the same issue with the seats staining (from water) and also a rear window wire slipped out and had to be reconnected. As far as the Hyundai Santa Fe by comparison, even with the leather, I would seriously consider how much you like the way your liberty looks and handles, especially if the gas mileage isn't that big an issue for you. I have been considering getting an 07 /08 Wrangler myself, but I have to admit I love the size of my liberty, storage capacity, turning radius, and overall styling of my liberty. Besides those things, "It's a Jeep!" and only Jeep owners know what that is! I would test drive the Santa Fe and then get back in your Liberty, and then decide. Good Luck.
#3 of 14 Still have the Jeep by emmab Jul 01, 2008 (3:35 pm)
Unfortunately, I cant afford the Hyundai right now, due to the fact that I still owe on the Jeep and the value of the jeep is pretty poor. I got darn close to buying the 2007 Santa Fe. Love the warranty, love the features in the 07, not 06 or before but cant do anything yet. I am used to driving Blazers and Jimmy, so the slight extra length doesnt bother me, and I am usually the one who hates to drive big cars. When my Jeep warranty is gone, I will bail it especially if it requires money invested. Just had all four windows redone, and one even a few weeks after they already did it needed it again........so..... Replies to this message: zoeco (Jul 01, 2008 4:30 pm)
#4 of 14 Re: Still have the Jeep [emmab] by zoeco Jul 01, 2008 (4:30 pm)
Replying to: emmab (Jul 01, 2008 3:35 pm) Sorry to hear about your troubles. I have been lucky until yesterday. I had one regulator switch replaced, and a bad o2 sensor in the past, but yesterday she left me in front of the grocery store due to a linkage break inside the steering column. Metal shavings got stuck between the tumblers in the ignition. I heard nothing and the vehicle was performing as usual, so when I couldn't turn the key to turn it on, I was very surprised. I have 90,129 miles on it, and it was scheduled for the 90K checkup this morning anyway, so its just as well. I still have some warranty left, so the steering column fix is covered, but now I am considering getting another extended warranty if there are any available for high mileage vehicles. Any advice?
#5 of 14 Hmmm... by emmab Jul 02, 2008 (7:59 pm)
How much are warranties like that? We just traded a Yukon that hit 100, 000. All the lights were on anyway, and the repair guy said it was needing lots of work. It was a fully loaded one with leather too, very very nice. But, a gas hog. Replies to this message: zoeco (Jul 03, 2008 3:37 pm)
#6 of 14 Re: Hmmm... [emmab] by zoeco Jul 03, 2008 (3:37 pm)
Replying to: emmab (Jul 02, 2008 7:59 pm) I am looking into it now. I was given an article today about how much of a waste extended warranties can be, but I have just about gotten the full amount out of mine, and since it looks like I am going to be keeping my liberty, it seems like its worth the risk. These newer cars, after say 1985, are not as reliable as the older cars, and all it will take is one repair to wipe you out. I don't trust any newer cars solely because of the fact that they use computer chips and so much plastic to operate. I'll be sure to let you know what I find out.
#7 of 14 Jeep Liberty 2004 fuel problem by francesm Jul 07, 2008 (7:00 pm)
I have a jeep liberty 2004 with only 10,000 miles on it. It suddenly decided not to start without any warning of trouble and had to be towed to the dealer. They have replaced the fuel pump, fuel injector and computer without any success in finding the problem. Any one have this problem - any clue on solution.fm Replies to this message: zoeco (Jul 07, 2008 8:14 pm)
#8 of 14 Re: Jeep Liberty 2004 fuel problem [francesm] by zoeco Jul 07, 2008 (8:14 pm)
Replying to: francesm (Jul 07, 2008 7:00 pm) I have an 03 liberty, and it stopped on me one time where I couldn't turn it over or anything. My battery was dead, but once it was replaced, I didn't have the problem anymore. I am not sure what would cause yours to do that, but with the repairs you have already had done, it seems like it is a computer system issue. These new cars are controlled by computers, and if one little thing is not quite right, then the whole system shuts down. I am sure they have had it on a diagnostic machine, so I won't offer that as a possible solution. Try writing / calling Daimler Chrysler. You never know they might be forthcoming with some information. Sorry I couldn't be of more help.
#9 of 14 francesm by francesm Jul 12, 2008 (10:52 am)
I have finally gotten my 2004 jeep liberty back from the dealer and it seems to be fine. They finally decided after replacing the fuel pump, computer, fuel injector that the first fuel pump was defective and the second on seems to have corrected the problem. I had an extended warranty so incurred only the $100 deductible for three weeks of repairs so I would advise anyone buying a car these days to purchase the extended warranty. Mine paid for five days rental and the dealer paid for another five days. I really do enjoy my Jeep Liberty and sure hope this is the end of trouble with it - it is the first problem I have had after purchasing it new in April of 2004.
#10 of 14 2002 Jeep Liberty "locked up" while driving on road by 2002jeeplib Aug 18, 2009 (5:31 am)
My daughter's 2002 Jeep Liberty is having transmission/transfer case issues . She was going down the road and the car locked up with no warning and did a 4 wheel skid into the ditch. Fortunately she wasn't killed or injured as no one was around when it happened and it was on a straight road.   Her extended warranty ended three months ago (of course) and the Jeep dealer just told us it will cost $400 just to "look at the problem" which they think is in the transfer case.   I'm not real impressed with the Raleigh jeep dealers ability to diagnose and fix problems on our Jeep (based on their past record with this vehicle).   Should we junk the jeep and get a Toyota Prius? If the transfer case is the problem and it is fixed (the first time) will the transmission or rear end go next because of the strain of the hard lockup on the road? Replies to this message: redgirl1 (Sep 10, 2009 12:25 pm) caribou1 (Sep 11, 2009 7:21 am)

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