Engine
2.0L 4-cyl
How to read this file. Complaint records are unverified owner submissions to the federal safety agency. Counts are raw, not adjusted for sales volume or vehicle age. Recall campaigns apply to the model; only a VIN check shows whether this car is affected or repaired. Parts shown are named by an editorial note or listed as a search directory; none is a diagnosis. Full methodology.
Fault profile
Complaint-component records on this vehicle, grouped by family. A complaint naming two systems counts once in each.
Complaints are owner-reported and not verified by the agency.
Known issues
The component families with the most complaint records against this vehicle. Counts, crash and fire figures belong to the whole family, not to any single named issue. Parts listed are related system parts, not a diagnosis.
Brakes
38 complaint records6 crash reports
"VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP AT STOP SIGNS. *PH THE CONSUMER HAD THE BRAKES REPLACED ON THE VEHICLE, HOWEVER THE PROBLEM CONTINUED. *JB..."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse brakes parts in the directory →
Air bags
23 complaint records1 fire report17 crash reports
"CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION IN WHICH THE DRIVER'S OR PASSENGER'S AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK..."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse air bags parts in the directory →
Engine & cooling
22 complaint records1 crash report
"I HAVE TAKEN MY CAR IN FOR REPAIRS SEVERAL TIMES, AND THEY DONT SEEM TO BE ABLE TO REPAIR IT.NO SAFETY DEFECT MENTIONED. *AK..."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse engine & cooling parts in the directory →
Federal defect investigations
Formal investigations opened by the federal safety agency into this vehicle. An investigation is the step between a complaint pattern and a recall; not every one results in one.
| Investigation | Status | Component | Subject |
|---|---|---|---|
| PE02082 opened Nov 2002 | closed Apr 2003 | Seat Belts | SAFETY BELT CINCHING LATCH PLATE THERE ARE NO INJURIES OR FATALITIES ASSOCIATED WITH THIS ALLEGED DEFECT.WHILE CONDUCTING THIS INVESTIGATION, ODI FOUND THAT THE SUBJECT CINCHES MEET THE LOAD BEARING REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD 208, AND THAT MANY OF THE REPORTED... |
| RQ99010 opened Jun 1999 | closed Feb 2001 | Suspension | CONTROL ARM WELDS - led to recall 99V114000 There is no summary currently available |
Recall campaigns
Safety-recall remedies are normally provided at no charge. Under US federal law the mandatory free remedy applies when the vehicle was no more than 15 years old at the time the defect was determined; manufacturers often cover older vehicles voluntarily. Canadian rules differ. Confirm eligibility with the manufacturer using the VIN. Each campaign number links to the federal record.
| Campaign | Component | Summary | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01V154000 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. IN THE PRESENCE OF OIL AND HEAT, THE BRAKE BOOSTER VACUUM HOSE COULD SWELL AND LOOSEN FROM THE INTAKE MANIFOLD. | Normally free |
| 00V366000 | Child Seat | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. | Normally free |
| 00V194000 | Vehicle Speed Control | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS. VAPORS FROM THE POSITIVE CRANKCASE VENTILATION (PCV) SYSTEM CAN CONDENSE AND FREEZE INSIDE OF THE THROTTLE BODY WHEN THE VEHICLE IS OPERATED IN EXTREMELY COLD AMBIENT TEMPERATURES. | Normally free |
| 99V114000 | Suspension | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER CONTROL ARMS MAY HAVE BEEN INADEQUATELY WELDED BETWEEN THE PIVOT TUBE AND THE ARM. | Normally free |
| 99V043000 | Air Bags | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME FRONTAL (PASSENGER SIDE) AIR BAGS MAY NOT INFLATE PROPERLY. | Normally free |
Service bulletins and warranty extensions
Manufacturer communications to dealers on file with the federal agency: repair instructions, service campaigns, and warranty extensions. A warranty extension means the manufacturer may pay for a repair the recall table does not cover.
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9004275 Jul 2020 | Electrical System | KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. | |
| 08-049-20 Apr 2020 | Electrical System | Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are necessary. | |
| 31-006-19 Nov 2019 | Structure | Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage. | |
| 31-003-19 Nov 2019 | Equipment | Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts. | |
| 31-005-19 Nov 2019 | Equipment | Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts. |
Show 55 more bulletins
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3100619 Nov 2019 | Equipment | Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage. | |
| 3100319 Nov 2019 | Structure | Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts. | |
| 3100519 Nov 2019 | Structure | Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts. | |
| R2118796A Feb 2016 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling. | |
| 9002519 Mar 2013 | Equipment | 82212076, 82203694 - Fabric Cleaner This "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in California, the otc states (Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington dc), and some ladco states (Illinois,... | |
| 0802801 Aug 2005 | Exterior Lighting | MOISTURE ACCUMULATION INSIDE A VENTED HEADLAMP ASSEMBLY CONDITION. *TT | |
| 0802502 Dec 2002 | Air Bags | AIR BAG LIGHT ON WITH ERRONEOUS DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) STORED ENERGY FAULT SET. *TT | |
| 1802002 Jun 2002 | Unknown Or Other | FLASH PROGRAMMING FAILURE RECOVERY. *SLC | |
| 2400101B Aug 2001 | Equipment | SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE AN AUDIBLE A/C NOISE. *SLC | |
| 1801701 Jul 2001 | Engine And Engine Cooling | ON SOME VEHICLES, THE ENGINE MAY UNDERSHOOT THE NORMAL IDLE SPEED WHEN BRAKING THE VEHICLE TO A STOP WITH THE CLUTCH DEPRESS AND / OR EXHIBIT ENGINE ROUGHNESS IMMEDIATELY AFTER MANUALLY SWITCHING THE A/C SYSTEM OFF. *TT | |
| 2200501 Jul 2001 | Wheels | EXPERIENCING RATTLE NOISE COMING FROM THE WHEEL COVER OVER BUMPS. *TT | |
| 0801001 May 2001 | Electrical System | SUBJECT REGARDING AIRBAG / CLOCK SPRING SERVICE FOR VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING 2002 MODEL YEAR JEEP LIBERTY. *TT | |
| 1801201 May 2001 | Equipment | SUBJECT REGARDING GENERIC SCAN TOOL (GST), PUBLICATION NO. 81-170-00008 PROVIDED WITH THIS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN TO PROVIDE REFERENCE INFORMATION WHEN USING GENERIC SCAN TOOL ON OBDII VEHICLES. *TT | |
| 2601200 Dec 2000 | Unknown Or Other | INFORMATION ON SERVICE PUBLICATION UPDATES. *JB | |
| 2300800B Nov 2000 | Seats | SUBJECT REGARDING CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHORS. *TT | |
| 1801900 Oct 2000 | Engine And Engine Cooling | SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT HIGH ALTITUDE ENGINE HESITATION FROM A STANDING START, HIGH LOAD BUMP / SURGE, ENGINE BUCK BOBBLE OR BOUNCE AND SHAKE, LIGHT LOAD SURGE AND / OR HEAVY LOAD SURGE. *TT | |
| 220200 Oct 2000 | Wheels | SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A RATTLING NOISE COMING FROM THE WHEEL COVER OVER BUMPS ON VEHICLES WITH 14 INCH STEEL WHEELS. *TT | |
| 082700 Sep 2000 | Air Bags | SUBJECT REGARDING NON-DEPLOYED AIRBAG HANDLING PROCEDURES. *TT | |
| 082000 Jun 2000 | Electrical System | A CONDITION MAY EXIST WHERE WATER MAY ENTER THE HORN INTERIOR AND CAUSE DAMAGE. THE HORN MAY NOT WORK OR THE CUSTOMER MAY REPORT THAT THE HORN SOUNDS QUIETER THAN BEFORE. *TT | |
| 082100 Jun 2000 | Equipment | SUBJECT REGARDING ANTENNA MAST INSTALLATION FOR 2000 - 2001 MODEL YEAR VEHICLES. *TT | |
| 240400 Jun 2000 | Equipment | SUBJECT REGARDING AN A/C CLUNK TYPE SOUND AT INITIAL ENGINE STARTUP. *TT | |
| 081200 Apr 2000 | Unknown Or Other | CONCERNS WITH THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER GAUGE POINTERS ON WRONG SIDE OF POINTER STOPS. *TT | |
| 0016 Apr 2000 | Power Train | SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE DELAYED TRANSAXLE ENGAGEMENT ON A COLD START. *TT | |
| 080800 Mar 2000 | Unknown Or Other | CONCERNS WITH AN INOPERATIVE OR INTERMITTENT REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) TRANSMITTER. *TT | |
| 090600 Mar 2000 | Engine And Engine Cooling | SUBJECT PERTAINS TO CHANGES TO THE TIMING BELT TENSIONER COMPONENTS. *TT | |
| 190200 Mar 2000 | Electrical System | BRIEF INFORMATION REGARDING IGNITION LOCK CYLINDER SERVICE. *TT | |
| 230800 Mar 2000 | Seats | SUBJECT REGARDING CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHORS. *TT | |
| 080600 Feb 2000 | Electrical System | THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES A REVISED WIRE SPLICE PROCEDURE AND RELATED PARTS. *TT | |
| 230600 Feb 2000 | Structure | SUBJECT REGARDING WATER LEAK FROM THE TOP EDGE OF THE RIGHT AND / OR LEFT FRONT DOOR. *TT | |
| 180100 Feb 2000 | Engine And Engine Cooling | SUBJECT REGARDING MISDIAGNOSED LEAK DETECTION PUMP SYSTEMS WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P1494, P0442 P0455, OR P0456. *TT | |
| 230200 Feb 2000 | Latches/Locks/Linkages | DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION IS NOW OFFERING INTERNAL EMERGENCY TRUNK RELEASES FOR SELECTION VEHICLES. *TT | |
| 030100 Feb 2000 | Power Train | SUBJECT PERTAINING TO DRIVESHAFT REMOVAL INFORMATION. *TT | |
| 235599 Dec 1999 | Structure | A CONDITION MAY EXIST WHERE THE B-PILLAR APPLIQUE USED ON DOORS HAS A BROWN HAZE OR APPEARS DISCOLORED. *TT | |
| 190799 Dec 1999 | Steering | THIS BULLETIN INCLUDES INFORMATION TO DIAGNOSE AND REPAIR A POWER STEERING NOISE. *TT | |
| 235399 Dec 1999 | Structure | CONCERNS WITH WATER LEAKING FROM TOP EDGE OF RIGHT FRONT DOOR. *TT | |
| 084199 Dec 1999 | Equipment | SUBJECT REGARDING CD MECHANISM SHIPPING PROCEDURE. *TT | |
| 235199 Nov 1999 | Unknown Or Other | A CONDITION MAY EXIST WHERE THE OUTBOARD EDGES OF THE INSTRUMENT PANEL TOP COVER DO NOT STAY PROPERLY SEATED. *TT | |
| 235099 Nov 1999 | Structure | SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CREAKING NOISE WHILE THE VEHICLE IS DRIVEN THROUGH SUDDEN / QUICK TURNS OR OVER BUMPS. *TT | |
| 083799 Nov 1999 | Air Bags | DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION IS NOW OFFERINB AIRBAG ON / OFF SWITCHES FOR SELECTED VEHICLES. *TT | |
| 234699 Nov 1999 | Seats | ADDRESSING CONCERNS WITH HIGH EFFORT REQUIRED TO ADJUST THE FRONT SEATS FORWARD FROM THE REAR POSITION. *TT | |
| 234599 Nov 1999 | Structure | SUBJECT REGARDING DECK LID RATTLE, WATER LEAKS INTO TRUNK FROM DECK LID SEAL AND / OR DUST INTRUSION INTO TRUNK. *TT | |
| 210599A Sep 1999 | Power Train | THIS BULLETIN ANNOUNCES THE AVAILABILITY AND INSTALLATION OF A RESUABLE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OIL PAN GASKET. *TT | |
| 233599 Sep 1999 | Seats | INFORMATION ON CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHORS. *TT | |
| 8331/8332 Sep 1999 | Engine And Engine Cooling | EMISIONS RECALL 8331/8332 REGARDING EXCESS HYDROCARBONS. *TT | |
| 233499 Aug 1999 | Structure | SUBJECT REGARDING FOAM BLOCKS, BUMPER FASCIA MOUNTED. *TT | |
| 241799 Aug 1999 | Visibility | VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT VIBRATION OR NOISE FROM THE HVAC BLOWER MOTOR. *TT | |
| 182099 Aug 1999 | Equipment | EXPERIENCING A HARSH A/C INITIAL ENGAGEMENT - CLUNK NOISE. *TT | |
| 081699A Jun 1999 | Unknown Or Other | CONDITIONS WITH INOPERATIVE OR INTERMITTENT REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) TRANSMITTER. *TT | |
| 020499 Jun 1999 | Suspension | SUBJECT REGARDING STABILIZER BAR LINK BOLT SERVICE INFORMATION. *TT | |
| 9902B Jun 1999 | Structure | SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION ON POWER DOOR LOCK / REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) SHIPPING MODE DEACTIVATION. *TT | |
| 081699 May 1999 | Unknown Or Other | CONDITIONS WITH INOPERATIVE OR INTERMITTENT REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) TRANSMITTER. *TT | |
| 231699 May 1999 | Structure | CONDITIONS WITH DECKLID DOES NOT OPEN WITH FIRST CYCLE OF KEY FOB OPERATION. *TT | |
| 081499 May 1999 | Engine And Engine Cooling | CONDITIONS WITH VEHICLE START AND STALL OR VEHICLE NO-START. *TT | |
| 090199A May 1999 | Engine And Engine Cooling | EXPERIENCING A SHAKE IN THE STEERING WHEEL AND / OR SEAT AT IDLE. *TT | |
| 231399 Apr 1999 | Visibility | CONCERNS WITH HIGH WINDOW CRANKING EFFORTS OR SLOW POWER WINDOW OPERATION. *TT |
Showing 60 of 62 distinct bulletins on file for this vehicle.
Before you buy this vehicle
A test-drive checklist generated from this vehicle's own complaint and recall record.
- Brake hard once from speed on an empty road.A pull to one side, a pulsing pedal, a pedal that sinks at a stop, or an ABS light that stays lit are the brake complaints on this vehicle presenting themselves.
- Watch the airbag warning light through a full key cycle.It should light on start and go out within seconds. A light that stays on, or never lights at all, means the system needs attention. Run the VIN for inflator recalls specifically.
- Cold-start it yourself and listen for the first thirty seconds.Knocking, ticking that fades as it warms, or blue or white smoke on startup are the sounds of this vehicle's engine cluster. Check the oil level and the coolant color, and ask whether the engine or its head gaskets have ever been out.
- Run the VIN against open recalls before you negotiate.This vehicle has 5 recall campaigns on file. An open recall needs VIN-specific confirmation. Many are quick, no-charge fixes and worth negotiating over; an unresolved do-not-drive advisory, or a remedy the manufacturer has not yet made available, should stop the purchase until it is resolved.
- Ask for the service history in writing, then read it against this page.The complaint families above are where owners of this vehicle report trouble. Repairs in exactly those systems are evidence the car had the problem; no such repairs could mean it never developed it, or that it was never fixed. The test-drive items above are how you tell those apart.
Parts search directory
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