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2005 Jeep Liberty repairs by problem area

Engine (37%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (19%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (11%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (24%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)

Other (3%)

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2005 Jeep Liberty electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (2%)

$1000 - $2499 (6%)

$500 - $999 (10%)

$100 - $499 (42%)

< $100 (40%)

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Chart based on 52 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2005 Jeep Liberty

Engine not specified

70680 mi

﷼1000
AC stopped working 

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2005 Jeep Liberty 4dr SUV

turbocharged 160hp 2.8L I4 Diesel 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

80000 mi

US $115
Bad Battery 
119958 mi

US $100
Alternator stopped charging. Vehicle had to be towed home. Reman unit purchased from RockAuto 
35 mi my speed control was not turned on at the factory . 
54500 mi

US $75
Alternator clutch-pulley replaced by owner. Depending on the method of replacement (special tools, impact wrench if works or disassembling alternator) could take dealer up to 2 hours. 
133000 mi

US $200
alternator went out 
51000 mi

US $70
Blower Fan stopped working on speed 1 and speed 2. I replace a resistor that is found behind the glove box. Cost $30, before that my brother-in-law told me to check relay, which I also replaced $25. That was not the solution it was the resistor. Waste 
20000 mi

US $75
Navigation radio stopped working. 

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2005 Jeep Liberty 4dr SUV

210-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range

53000 mi

US $400
Power windows failure in all four windows. 

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2005 Jeep Liberty 4dr SUV

210-horsepower 3.7L V6 4-speed automatic RWD

54000 mi

US $100
After app. 1 hr. of driving, no air would come out the vents. Fault was a low pressure cut off switch which was ordered and replaced. 
81700 mi

US $906
Rear driver-side electric window motor failed. 
50000 mi

US $465
repair electric windows repair electric windows 
61000 mi

US $500
Replaced alternator. replaced alternator 
49150 mi

US $582
replaced motor for driver's window 
59066 mi

US $295
replaced motor for left passenger window 
60566 mi

US $330
Starter replaced. starter replaced 
88000 mi Needed new battery 
106000 mi

US $189
Right front passenger window regulator failed. Replaced regulator and motor. 
106200 mi

US $130
Left rear window regulator failed - wonder when the other two will fail. THis is second window regulator replaced in last 1-1/2 mos. 
64000 mi

US $59
Multifunction turn signal switch replaced. Ordered part online and replaced myself. 

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2005 Jeep Liberty 4dr SUV

210-horsepower 3.7L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

39000 mi Fan switch on dashboard for heating, aircondtioning,would only operate on 4th (highest setting 1,2,3, would not operate.I have extented waranty that I paid 1200 for that didn't cover that part how convienent for the dealer or chrysler. 
94000 mi Blown front right speaker under warranty but still will cost money to replace 
84000 mi

US $100
seems I only bought new battery 2 years agoShop said battery was stamped 2009 maybe i bought an old battery from Auto Zone. This summer cleaned terminals and greased them everything was fine????????? 
72200 mi

US $75
Both headlights went out only high beams worked. Shop said needed both new headlight bulbs. 
88000 mi tire pressure sensor light not going off. Still has not been solved they said they ordered the part ansd have never called me to come in 
89000 mi

US $264
Air conditioner belts and clutch bearings the whole unit that is on the compressor. Air conditioner belts and clutch bearings the whole unit that is on the compressor. 
91000 mi Fan working but no Heat 
87800 mi

US $200
Car didn't start no sound what so ever. Had to have the car towed from work twice. Researched this problem with Jeep owners found out about ignition switch and actuator pin. My mechanic replaced ignition switch problem solved. Pin was OK. 
35960 mi Had power window switch replaced under warranty. 
83700 mi

C $3000
new battery and starter 
164000 mi

US $1800
AC condenser also had to be replaced. 
35692 mi Speedometer not working and engine light came on. Repair made at the dealer under warranty by replacing a speed sensor. 
119000 mi

US $200
TPMS light on. Replace two sensors. 
121000 mi

US $200
driver side window regulator 
124000 mi

US $300
LT REAR WINDOW REGULATOR 
127000 mi

US $325
TPMS Sensor 
174300 mi

US $320
Console Lt Rr Window switch inop. R&R Master Window Switch Assy. 
119000 mi

US $1250
AC clutch failed. Dealer said the compressor itself imploded and metal contaminated system, but doubt that - had AC clutch fail on 02 Liberty with same mileage, same symptoms, but clutch replacement not advised - got NAPA compressor. 
110000 mi Horn started blowing during rain. I pulled the fuse and it stopped but some idiot decided the horn fuse is shared with the power windows so I can't function without it. Shop looked it over and said windshield seal was leaking onto fusebox 
115000 mi

US $500
AC compressor seized up. Luckily I got it to the shop in time and only the compressor and belt had to be replaced. It didn't take anything else with it. My bud with a 2004 Jeep Liberty had the same issue but it was $1000 due to extra damage 
113100 mi

US $20
I had to replace the AC Blower motor resistor. It got to the point of where the AC would only work on setting 4, not 1-3. A Google search showed this as a common problem in this vehicle. Bought the part off of Amazon and now it works. 
155100 mi

C $800
Replaced a/c compressor with aftermarket part due to clutch failure 
185000 mi Auto locks failure, auto lights failure, radio failure. A fuse in the passenger compartment fusebox was lightly corroded. 
83000 mi

US $200
Blower fan resistor failed, replaced. this is the 2nd time in this cars history, 1st time occured at appx 30,000. 
84000 mi

US $120
Failed TPMS Sensor on passenger side wheel. 2nd occurrence (first was prior to being in the group) 

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2005 Jeep Liberty 4dr SUV

210-horsepower 3.7L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

77000 mi

US $300
Fuel tank sensor bad. Replaced. 
70000 mi

US $7
Diagnosed and replaced power mirror switch. 
89000 mi

US $20
AC was working but blower motor didn't. Burned out fan speed control resistor. Very easy repair. Resistor is located behind glove box. 
91000 mi

US $6
rear brake light exploded, no damage to lens. Owner repaired. 
95000 mi

US $230
Rear tail light blew again. A plastic lens inside of the housing had come loose and was resting on the bulb causing overheating. Front right headlight blew out. Replaced battery, rear tail lamp and front right headlamp 
121000 mi

US $43
Rear window wiper motor burned out 

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2005 Jeep Liberty 4dr SUV

150-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range

106000 mi Flat spot in fuel gage sending unit when sold. 

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2005 Jeep Liberty Electrical Problems

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