2010 Jeep Liberty Brakes Problems
NHTSA lists 29 brake complaints for the 2010 Jeep Liberty, 15% of all complaints filed for the year, tied to 6 crashes and 2 injuries. Two brake-related recalls (10V315000 and 10V009000) cover brake tube and brake booster defects. Median mileage at failure was 43,000.
- Brakes complaints
- 29
- 15% of 197
- Crashes reported
- 6
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 2
- Median mileage
- 43,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 2
Typical brake symptoms owners report
- Owners report sudden brake failure or greatly reduced stopping power at low speeds, sometimes resulting in a crash into the vehicle ahead.
- Some describe the ABS activating unexpectedly and increasing stopping distance, with the ABS, traction control, and stability control warning lights illuminating together.
- Several owners report rear brake pads wearing out repeatedly within a short span, needing replacement well before the front pads.
- One owner reported the vehicle rolling away after being parked with the engine running, followed by a separate brake pedal failure to stop the vehicle.
- A few complaints reference the two open brake recalls, with owners saying dealers had not yet performed the repair or denied the vehicle was covered.
When 2010 Jeep Liberty brake complaints were filed
First complaint Feb 12, 2010, latest Oct 16, 2021.
Brakes recalls for the 2010 Jeep Liberty
- NHTSA 10V315000Jul 7, 2010Brakes20,626 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinder
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.
Risk: This could lead to loss of brake fluid and reduced braking performance increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
- NHTSA 10V009000Jan 11, 2010Brakes20,045 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic
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.
Risk: This could result in brake failure without warning which could cause a crash.
Remedy: 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.
Brakes complaints by Liberty model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many brake complaints does the 2010 Jeep Liberty have?
- NHTSA lists 29 brake complaints for the 2010 Jeep Liberty, which is 15% of all 197 complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a brake recall for the 2010 Jeep Liberty?
- Yes. Two recalls cover brakes: campaign 10V315000 for improperly formed brake tubes and campaign 10V009000 for the brake booster input rod retaining clip.
- At what mileage do brake problems typically show up on the 2010 Liberty?
- NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 43,000 miles for brake-related complaints.
- Did the 2010 Jeep Liberty's brake issues cause crashes?
- NHTSA complaint records tied to brakes report 6 crashes and 2 injuries for the 2010 Liberty, with no reported fires.