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2003 Jeep Liberty repairs by problem area

Engine (43%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (16%)

Brakes and Traction Control (2%)

Suspension and Steering (10%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (22%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (2%)

Other (5%)

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2003 Jeep Liberty suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (25%)

$100 - $499 (33%)

< $100 (42%)

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Chart based on 12 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2003 Jeep Liberty 4dr SUV

210-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed manual 4WD w/low range

150000 mi

US $85
Replaced power steering pump 

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2003 Jeep Liberty 4dr SUV

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

65000 mi

US $650
Ball joints left front end [upper& lower]. Right same. Decided to do both sides. 
84940 mi I bought this SUV, in 2005, Shortly after purchasing it we noticed a noise on cold startup which turned out to be a power steering pump, issue covered by dealer, replaced starter, radio speakers, waterpump and PS pump, all on their dime. 
118500 mi I kept hearing a strange noise over speed bumps, like something rubbing. So I ordered Monroe complete replace springs and shocks preassembled for the front suspension. Update: ended up being stabilizer bar bushings. Lubed them. 
136000 mi When I was making a slow left turn the right front suspension upper control arm ball joint broke and the front wheel and steering fell apart. There was an old recall for the part, but I never received a notice. Paid for by the recall. 
69000 mi Lower ball joint replaced - recall. Had nearly split apart. 
88000 mi

US $210
changed the front struts/coil springs 
90000 mi Replaced back suspension springs. Also replaced bumper stop. 
130400 mi

US $750
Complete rebuild/replacement of steering and front suspension, including control arms, bushings, end links, steering rack, tie rods, ball joints, hubs/bearings, lug nuts, struts, CV shafts. Also rebuilt CV joints on front 4x4 driveshaft. 
133000 mi

US $200
Replaced rear shocks, springs, and jounce bumpers 
169150 mi

US $150
replaced rear lower control arms and shocks due to failed control arm bushings 

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2003 Jeep Liberty 4dr SUV

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

222000 mi

US $197
The car experienced a severe vibration after rotating the tires. Discount Tire said that one wheel was bent and did NOT rotate the left tires. The Repair Shop said that the only thing that they could suggest was to replace the Rear shocks. 
85000 mi

US $600
Installed KYB Gas adjust shocks/struts. Also F/R springs replaced with OME brand. Wheel alignment included in price. Ride and handling restored to better than new. 2inch increase in ride height. Money well spent. 

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2003 Jeep Liberty Suspension Problems

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