2008 Jeep Liberty Jeep Liberty 2008

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2008 Jeep Liberty repairs by problem area

Engine (29%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (10%)

Brakes and Traction Control (10%)

Suspension and Steering (11%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (26%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (10%)

Other (4%)

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2008 Jeep Liberty suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (7%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (29%)

$100 - $499 (43%)

< $100 (21%)

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Chart based on 14 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2008 Jeep Liberty 4dr SUV

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

74000 mi

US $425
mechanic discoverd the LF uppr arm was worn, excessive - in a 2008 jeep????. anyway - had it replaced. 

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2008 Jeep Liberty 4dr SUV

210-horsepower 3.7L V6 4-speed automatic RWD

17000 mi Spring Clip in Steering column - was making squeaking sound when turning. 
133000 mi

US $280
Replaced rear shocks, normal wear. 
63000 mi Wobbling/shimmying while driving, more severe when braking. Brakes found to be fine, tires balances/rotated - issue not corrected. 

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2008 Jeep Liberty 4dr SUV

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

104000 mi

US $610
Replaced rear shocks and front struts. 
78500 mi

US $900
right upper and lower tie rod + additional parts had failed 
48860 mi Right front axle seal leaking. Warranty repair. 
52260 mi

C $620
The steering extension universal joint was lightly knocking when turning the vehicle steering wheel. Parts need replacement. 
65720 mi

C $184
Right tie rod replaced. Tire store noticed replacement was required while replacing tires. 
138600 mi

US $300
Transfer lines (2) on steering gear ruptured and were replaced. Entire steering rack had to be purchased to harvest lines. 
21000 mi

US $140
Front wheel bearing failed, replaced. 

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2008 Jeep Liberty 4dr SUV

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

80000 mi

US $400
Upper ball joint was loose and required upper control arm replacement plus alignment 
75640 mi

C $547
Front ball joints (steering vibrated when applying breaks lightly). While the wheels were off it was apparent that the brakes were finished ( they were the original factory ones). The pad sand disks were replaced 
83700 mi

C $2500
Front struts, rear springs and shock absorbers, one tie-rod end. The original equipment was not that good. I hope the Old Man Emu replacements are better. So far, so good. A jitter going uphill has been eliminated. 

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2008 Jeep Liberty Suspension Problems

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