Does the 2010 Jeep Liberty have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2010 Jeep Liberty, the most recent reported on July 7, 2010 (Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components, master cylinder). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2010 Jeep Liberty?

Owners have filed 197 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (41 complaints), followed by unknown or other (37).

How many 2010 Jeep Liberty complaints mention a crash or fire?

13 of 197 complaints report a crash and 4 a fire; 8 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2010 Jeep Liberty recalls and problems

2 recalls and 197 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2010 Jeep Liberty.

recalls

197

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2010 Jeep Liberty recalls

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components, master cylinder

NHTSA campaign 10V315000 · reported July 7, 2010 · CHRYSLER GROUP LLC · 20,626 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2010 left hand drive jeep liberty, dodge nitro and ram 1500 truck; right and left hand drive jeep wrangler vehicles. These vehicles may have been built with an improperly formed master cylinder to hydraulic control unit (hcu) brake tube assembly end flare.
The risk: 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. Owners may contact chrysler toll-free at 1-800-853-1403.

Service brakes, hydraulic

NHTSA campaign 10V009000 · reported January 11, 2010 · CHRYSLER GROUP LLC · 20,045 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2010 chrysler sebring; dodge avenger and nitro; jeep liberty, commander and grand cherokee; and model year 2009-2010 dodge ram truck. These vehicles may have been built with an improperly formed or missing brake booster input rod retaining clip.
The risk: 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. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Electrical system41
Unknown or other37
Fuel/propulsion system25
Engine20
Structure16
Air bags15
Exterior lighting14
Power train12
Service brakes12
Electronic stability control (ESC)11

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Aug 29, 2026 · Seats
Drivers side headrest (AHR) deployed unexpectedly with no impact of any kind. Upon inspection the AHR mechanism could not be reset due to a broken piece of plastic for a rod. Will not lock back into position.

Aug 26, 2026 · Unknown or other
On August 26, 2026, while driving my 2010 Jeep Liberty with approximately 72,000 miles, I was making a low-speed right turn from a stop when I suddenly felt a significant jolt that initially felt like I had driven over a large object. Immediately afterward, whenever I pressed the accelerator, the rear of the vehicle…

Jun 18, 2026 · Seats
The driver's side active headrest spontaneously deployed while driving down the highway.

Jun 18, 2025 · Engine
2017 their was a recall on the 2010 jeep liberty oil pump and we were not notify at all, […] the engine seized and the oil light came on and then the engine just stopped, It was full of oil and the oil was very clean, the mechanic look at it and said that the oil pump went out I am […] the jeep stop in the middle of…

Feb 19, 2025 · Unknown or other
I have replaced the TIPM in March of last year. It has gone out on me February 2024. I didn’t expect it to go out before 12 months. Help

Liberty model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2007	6	703	25	12
2008	4	541	11	4
2009	0	108	2	2
2010	2	197	13	4
2011	3	181	16	2
2012	2	385	19	14

Across all years, the 2002 Liberty has the most complaints (1,808). All Jeep Liberty years →

Questions

Does the 2010 Jeep Liberty have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2010 Jeep Liberty, the most recent reported on July 7, 2010 (Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components, master cylinder). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Jeep Liberty?: Owners have filed 197 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (41 complaints), followed by unknown or other (37).
How many 2010 Jeep Liberty complaints mention a crash or fire?: 13 of 197 complaints report a crash and 4 a fire; 8 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received August 29, 2026.