Jeep Liberty
The 2013 Jeep Liberty presents an excellent reliability profile with no reported recalls or complaints, suggesting a robust ownership experience.
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Every section below is populated from the available EPA, NHTSA, and vehicle-specification data for this model.
Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year.
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years.
| Year | Body style | engine | Engine code | Transmission | Drivetrain | Cylinders | Displacement | Fuel type | Horsepower | Torque | Engine configuration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | suv | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | suv | Cylinders: 6, Displacement: 3.7, Fuel type: Regular, Horsepower: 210 hp, Torque: 235 lb-ft, Engine configuration: V6 | K | Automatic 4-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 6 | 3.7 | Regular | 210 hp | 235 lb-ft | V6 |
| 2011 | suv | Cylinders: 6, Displacement: 3.7, Fuel type: Regular, Horsepower: 210 hp, Torque: 235 lb-ft, Engine configuration: V6 | — | Automatic 4-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 6 | 3.7 | Regular | 210 hp | 235 lb-ft | V6 |
Pricing & configuration
Original pricing and model configuration where available.
| Year | msrp | currency | Base MSRP | MSRP range | Confidence | notes | Source | estimatedAt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2011 | currency: USD, Base MSRP: $23,250, MSRP range: $23,250 - $29,245, Confidence: 0.9, notes: Original MSRP range for the 2011 model year., Source: llm_estimate, estimatedAt: 6/7/2026 | USD | $23,250 | $23,250 - $29,245 | 0.9 | Original MSRP range for the 2011 model year. | llm_estimate | 6/7/2026 |
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year.
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability.
| Year | nhtsaSafetyRatings | tpms | Overall rating | Frontal crash | Side crash | Rollover | Rated vehicle |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | Overall rating: 3, Frontal crash: 2, Side crash: 4, Rollover: 3, Rated vehicle: 2012 Jeep Liberty SUV 4WD | standard | 3 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 2012 Jeep Liberty SUV 4WD |
| 2011 | Rollover: 3, Rated vehicle: 2011 Jeep Liberty SUV 4WD | standard | — | — | — | 3 | 2011 Jeep Liberty SUV 4WD |
Model year reports
2013
NewestThe 2013 Jeep Liberty presents an excellent reliability profile with no reported recalls or complaints, suggesting a robust ownership experience.
2012
The 2012 Jeep Liberty presents a mixed reliability picture.
2011
The 2011 Jeep Liberty offers a capable 4WD system and a robust V6 engine, but significant recall activity on steering and airbags warrants thorough inspection.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the Jeep Liberty?
Carfocal currently has 3 published Liberty reports, covering 2011 through 2013. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2013 Jeep Liberty presents an excellent reliability profile with no reported recalls or complaints, suggesting a robust ownership experience.
Published year coverage: 2011, 2012, 2013.
Is the Jeep Liberty reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every Jeep Liberty. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2013 jeep liberty presents an excellent reliability profile with no reported recalls or complaints, suggesting a robust ownership experience. and given its excellent reliability record, the 2013 jeep liberty could offer strong value if priced appropriately. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
3 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the Jeep Liberty?
Carfocal answers common-problem questions in the year-specific reports. Published guides currently cover 2011 through 2013.
Problem patterns will populate as repair-prediction coverage expands.
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 3
- Years tracked
- 3
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints