2010 Jeep Liberty: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2010 Jeep Liberty: 2 recalls, 197 owner complaints and up to 18 mpg combined.
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Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #10V009000 · 2010 · 20,045 vehicles
What's wrong: These vehicles May have been built with an improperly formed or missing brake booster input rod retaining clip.
Why it matters: This could result in brake failure without warning which could cause a crash.
The fix: Chrysler will replace the brake booster input rod retaining clip free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during February 2010.
Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #10V315000 · 2010 · 20,626 vehicles
What's wrong: These vehicles May have been built with an improperly formed master cylinder to hydraulic control unit (hcu) brake tube assembly end flare.
Why it matters: This could lead to loss of brake fluid and reduced braking performance increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the brake tubes free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during August 2010.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 4 mention a fire, 8 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Electrical (41): the most common themes are electrical failure (16), door / lock issues (13), stalls / loses power (11).
- Other / unknown (37): the most common themes are leaks (12), electrical failure (6).
- Fuel & propulsion (25): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (6), fire / smoke (5).
- Engine (20): the most common themes are warning light on (7), leaks (4), noise or vibration (4).
The 2010 Jeep Liberty has 197 owner complaints, ranking #9 of 13 Liberty model years for complaints (well below the 683 average). Complaints peaked in 2014 (35 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 5 years old, at a median of 61,480 miles. Neighboring years: 2009 (108 complaints, 0 recalls), 2011 (181 complaints, 3 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.7 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 | 22 | 18 | Regular |
| 3.7 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 15 | 21 | 17 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2010 Jeep Liberty have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2010 Jeep Liberty. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2010 Jeep Liberty problems?
Owners have filed 197 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (41), other / unknown (37), fuel & propulsion (25).
What gas mileage does the 2010 Jeep Liberty get?
EPA ratings run up to 18 mpg combined (3.7 L, Automatic 4-spd), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2010 Jeep Liberty repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.