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title: "Recall: 2004-2007 Jeep Liberty Rear Suspension Control Arms Crack"
url: "https://pickuptrucktalk.com/2018/06/recall-2004-2007-jeep-liberty-rear-suspension-control-arms-crack/"
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published: "2018-06-01T13:21:46+00:00"
modified: "2025-07-23T15:21:12+00:00"
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# Recall: 2004-2007 Jeep Liberty Rear Suspension Control Arms Crack

By Pickup Truck + SUV Talk Staff

Published: 2018-06-01T13:21:46+00:00
Updated: 2025-07-23T15:21:12+00:00

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![](<https://pickuptrucktalk.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/api-model-year-image.jpeg>)FCA is recalling 2004-2007 Jeep Liberty SUVs for an issue where the rear suspension control arms could crack leading to a loss of vehicle control.

 

[NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V278000](<https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=18V278>)

 

**Manufacturer** Chrysler (FCA US LLC)

 

**Components** SUSPENSION

 

**Potential Number of Units Affected**239,904

 

**Summary**

 

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2004-2007 Jeep Liberty vehicles. The rear suspension lower control arms can fracture due to excessive corrosion, causing a loss of vehicle control.

 

**Remedy**

 

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear lower control arms, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin June 20, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler’s number for this recall is U38. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 12V-085. Vehicles included in that campaign are not included in this recall.

 

**Notes**

 

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

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