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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 1J4PN2GK5BW555538 · Checked Aug 26, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 7

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1J4PN2GK5BW•••••• 2011 Jeep LIBERTY

This build draws 2.2× more complaints than the average 2011 Jeep LIBERTY build (7 vs 3).

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158on the model
50builds in total
Most reported Electrical System 2 Power Train 1 Engine 1 Fuel System 1

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Electrical System Feb 2021
My airbag light came on a few weeks ago and hasn't stopped going on and off it makes that annoying sound the whole trip every time I drive, the heat won't cut on it blows cold air I've had it looked at and repaired allegedly but it still won't blow hot air, the car keeps…
Structure Jun 2018
This jeep liberty has a sky slider roof which opens like a convertible top. The top malfunctioned when trying to open it and we were unable to close it electronically with the control buttons. It remained partially open at the front and along the sides. This happened while using…
Visibility Apr 2015
The contact owns a 2011 jeep liberty. The contact stated that the sun roof failed to open or close. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the sun roof retractor failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure.…
Fuel System Mar 2014
During fuel fill-up, directly after the pump automatically shuts off, a large amount of gas will spill back out of the filler hose. This happens at all gas stations. During the first time, I was standing right next to the gas and had gasoline splashed on my pants a shoes. I have…
Engine May 2013
The contact owns a 2011 jeep liberty. The contact stated that coolant was leaking onto the driver's side floorboard area. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the heater core was defective and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 1J4PN2GK5BW555538 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.