2002 Jeep Liberty vs 2003 Jeep Liberty
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2002 Jeep Liberty | 2003 Jeep Liberty |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,808 | 1,349 |
| Recall campaigns | 8 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 94 | 64 |
| Investigations | 8 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 174 | 134 |
| Fire reports | 21 | 11 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–17 | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 83,500 mi | 71,853 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Jeep Liberty | Jeep Liberty |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 546 | 390 |
| Suspension | 494 | 436 |
| Structure | 108 | 111 |
| Electrical System | 118 | 72 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 88 | 83 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 82 | 89 |
| Visibility | 65 | 92 |
| Power Train | 84 | 64 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 138 | 90 |
| Stalling | 86 | 69 |
| Rust / corrosion | 50 | 56 |
| Vibration / shaking | 40 | 39 |
| Check engine light | 37 | 16 |
| Clunking / rattling | 30 | 15 |
| Steering problems | 18 | 17 |
| Overheating | 14 | 0 |
2002 Jeep Liberty
2003 Jeep Liberty
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.