Model year guide

2011 Jeep Liberty

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2011 Jeep Liberty is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 190 on record.

2011 Jeep Liberty at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints180
Combined18 mpg
Typical price$12,017

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2011 Jeep Liberty recalls 3

Seats:front Assembly:head Restraint NHTSA Campaign #17V640000 · 10/10/2017

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2012 Jeep Liberty and 2012-2013 Chrysler 200 and Dodge Avenger vehicles. A component within the occupant restraint controller (ORC) may fail and prevent the active headrests from deploying in the event of a rear-end crash.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ORC as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 4, 2017. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is T56.

Electrical System NHTSA Campaign #13V282000 · 02/07/2013

Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Sebring and 200 vehicles manufactured June 28, 2011, through December 13, 2012; model year 2011-2013 Dodge Avenger vehicles manufactured June 25, 2011, through January 14, 2013; model year 2011-2012 Dodge Nitro vehicles manufactured June 17, 2011, through December 15, 2011; and model year 2011-2012 Jeep Liberty vehicles manufactured June 17, 2011, through August 15,…

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will flash the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) or replace the occupant restraint control module, as needed, free of charge. The recall began on November 19, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N…

Steering:column NHTSA Campaign #11V315000 · 08/06/2011

CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011DODGE JOURNEY, JEEP WRANGLER, CHRYSLER 200, CHRYSLER 200 CONVERTIBLE, DODGE AVENGER, DODGE NITRO, JEEP LIBERTY, DODGE CALIBER, JEEP COMPASS, JEEP PATRIOT, DODGE GRAND CARAVAN AND CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY VEHICLES. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH A MISSING OR INCORRECTLY INSTALLED STEERING COLUMN PIVOT RIVET.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT FOR RIVET PRESENCE AND ALIGNMENT AND REPAIR THE STEERING COLUMN PIVOT AS REQUIRED, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 4, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2011 Jeep Liberty common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 180 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.

2011 Jeep Liberty MPG & running costs

Combined18 mpg
City16 mpg
Highway22 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,500

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2011 Jeep Liberty worth?

Low
$9,000
Typical price
$12,017
High
$15,200

From 189 comparable 2011 Jeep Liberty listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2011 Jeep Liberty costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$17,500
Depreciation (5 yrs)$7,250
Total$24,750
Per mile$0.33

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($12,017) with the same model 5 model-years older ($4,781), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2011 Jeep Liberty trims & engines on record

Trims
Sport · Limited · Limited Edition · Renegade
Engines
3.7L 6-cyl

2011 Jeep Liberty vehicles on record

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2011 Jeep Liberty — frequently asked questions

Does the 2011 Jeep Liberty have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2011 Jeep Liberty. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2011 Jeep Liberty?

Based on 180 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, electrical system, power train.

What gas mileage does the 2011 Jeep Liberty get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2011 Jeep Liberty at about 18 mpg combined (16 city / 22 highway).

How much is a 2011 Jeep Liberty worth?

Comparable 2011 Jeep Liberty listings run roughly $9,000–$15,200, typically around $12,017 (from 189 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.