GradeJeep Liberty Reliability Grade
Poor reliability
Grade a specific Jeep Liberty
Reliability changes from year to year. Pick a model year to see its grade, then add mileage and price to get a deal score and estimated miles remaining.
The Jeep Liberty earns a D overall reliability grade from GradeMyCar, with a D for its engine and a C+ for its transmission. It ranks 13th of 15 compact SUVs we grade. The engine (D) is the weaker of its two major components, so ask for oil-change records and have a mechanic check for leaks and oil consumption. Grades are based on 8,867 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2002-2012 model years, adjusted for how many were sold.
Jeep Liberty reliability by year
Overall grade for each model year, from owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Tap a year to see its full grade.
Years to avoid: 2002–2003 (stalling / loss of power) and 2005–2008 (stalling / loss of power)
How long does the Jeep Liberty last?
A rough estimate for the model across all years, not measured for each model year.
Jeep Liberty vs. other compact SUVs
| Model | Engine | Trans. | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota RAV4 | A- | A | A- |
| Toyota Venza | A- | A- | A- |
| Mazda CX-5 | B | B | B+ |
| Nissan Rogue | B+ | B- | B |
| Chevrolet Equinox | C+ | B | B |
| Subaru Forester | B | B | B |
| Volkswagen Tiguan | B- | B+ | B |
| Honda CR-V | C+ | B+ | B- |
| Kia Sportage | C- | B+ | B- |
| Mitsubishi Outlander | B | C+ | B- |
| GMC Terrain | C | C+ | C+ |
| Hyundai Tucson | D | C+ | C |
| Jeep Liberty | D | C+ | D |
| Ford Escape | F | F | F |
| Jeep Cherokee | D | F | F |
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Is the Jeep Liberty reliable?
Poor reliability. The Jeep Liberty earns a D overall reliability grade from GradeMyCar, with a D for its engine and a C+ for its transmission. It ranks 13th of 15 compact SUVs we grade. The engine (D) is the weaker of its two major components, so ask for oil-change records and have a mechanic check for leaks and oil consumption. Grades are based on 8,867 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2002-2012 model years, adjusted for how many were sold.
How many miles will a Jeep Liberty last?
We estimate a well-maintained Jeep Liberty lasts around 160,000 miles. That's a rough figure for the model across all years, not measured for each model year, so check the grade for the year you're looking at.
What are the best years for the Jeep Liberty?
No Jeep Liberty model year stands out as exceptionally reliable in NHTSA owner complaints. The best-graded years are 2009, 2010 and 2011.
What Jeep Liberty years should I avoid?
Based on NHTSA owner complaints, the Jeep Liberty years to be most careful with are 2002, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007 and 2008. The 2002 grades a D overall (engine D, transmission C), and its top engine/transmission problem is stalling / loss of power, which a recall covers. The 2003 grades a D overall (engine D, transmission C), and its top engine/transmission problem is stalling / loss of power, which a recall covers.
Is the Jeep Liberty transmission reliable?
GradeMyCar grades the Jeep Liberty transmission a C+ (average reliability). Reliability varies by model year, so grade the specific year you're looking at.
Is the Jeep Liberty engine reliable?
GradeMyCar grades the Jeep Liberty engine a D (poor reliability).