TL the contact owns a 2004 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 mph, she noticed a grinding noise coming from the steering wheel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis. The technician stated that the rack and pinion would have to be replaced. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 4,500. Kmj.....updated 05/29/13 updated 06/10/2013

- Lodi, OH, USA

The contact owns a 2004 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that while her vehicle was parked in a residential driveway, she noticed something leaking from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis. The dealer stated that they had to replace the rack and pinion. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 40,000 and the current 52,000. Updated 8/23/12 updated 09/06/2012

- St. Paul , MN, USA

Letter from ftc forwarding correspondence from congressman mchugh on behalf of constituent concerning his complaint with Chrysler corporation regarding his Jeep Liberty. The consumer stated the check engine light illuminated due to a faulty oxygen sensor and a crunching sound was heard whenever the consumer made a right turn. The dealer informed the consumer the crunching sound was a result of power steering fluid leaking and the repair would cost $825. A new rack and pinion gear and pressure lines were needed. The consumer stated the vehicle only had 40,000 miles, however the dealer advised that the vehicle would still be safe to drive. However, while driving, there was a noise coming from the front drivers side wheel well. Just before the consumer could exit the highway, the left front wheel fell off the vehicle. The plastic fender above the dislodged wheel was ripped away.

- Fulton, NY, USA