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The following section is an excerpt from Wikipedia's Jeep Liberty page on 14 April 2017, text available via the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported License.
The Jeep Liberty, or Jeep Cherokee (KJ/KK) outside North America, is a compact SUV that was produced by Jeep for the model years 2002–2012. Introduced as a replacement for the Cherokee (XJ), the Liberty was priced between the Wrangler and Grand Cherokee. It was the smallest of the 4-door Jeep SUVs until the car based 4-door Compass and Patriot arrived for 2007. The Liberty featured unibody-construction. It was assembled at the Toledo North Assembly Plant in the United States, as well as in other countries including Egypt and Venezuela. The Liberty ceased production on August 16, 2012. The next generation restored the previous nameplate of Jeep Cherokee that was always used outside of North America.
First generation KJ (2002–2007)
Inspired by styling from the Dakar[3] and Jeepster[4] concept vehicles, the Liberty was intended as a replacement for the discontinued Jeep Cherokee. The Liberty also marked a few firsts for Jeep. It was the first Jeep vehicle to use rack and pinion steering.[5] It's also the first Jeep to use the two then-new PowerTech engines; the 150 horsepower (110 kW) 2.4 L straight-4, which was discontinued in 2006, and the 210 horsepower (160 kW) 3.7 L V6, as well as a 2.8 L VM Motori turbo diesel (2005-2006 only) for the CRD versions. However, the Liberty was not the first Jeep vehicle to use an independent front suspension, as the Jeep Wagoneer first used it in the 1963 model. But, that independent front suspension was limited to four wheel drive versions and, even then, was a short lived option.[6] In addition, the Liberty was nominated for the North American Truck of the Year award for 2002.
Three trim levels were initially offered; the top end Limited, a more rugged looking Renegade and the base Sport. All were made available with either 2WD or 4WD. In 2005, all Liberty received a minor facelift. The 2005, 2006 Renegade and 2005 Rocky Mountain Edition Liberties received an exclusive flat hood and taller grille. In 2007, the Renegade trim level was replaced with the Latitude which appeared to focus more on an urban appearance and lost the Renegade trim's unique hood and grill.
Second generation KK (2008–2012)
The Jeep Liberty received a complete redesign for the 2008 model year with a more boxy and off-road look, like that of the 2007 Dodge Nitro, the latter of which lasted until its final production in December 2011. The 2008 Liberty debuted at the 2007 New York International Auto Show.[7]
With the smaller Patriot and Compass crossover SUVs now available to cater to MPG-conscious buyers, the four-cylinder engine was dropped from the Liberty's offerings. The iron-block, aluminum-head V6 was the only engine available for 2008. Towing capacity was 5,000 pounds (2,268 kg). Jeep discontinued the Liberty CRD for the American market because it couldn't meet tougher 2007 emissions standards for diesel engines. Transmission choices were both carry-overs: a six-speed manual or a four-speed automatic. Standard equipment included electronic stability control with roll mitigation, traction control, and anti-lock brakes with brake assist. New Features included standard side airbags. Optional features are rain-sensing wipers, Sirius Satellite Radio, Bluetooth, a navigation system, and the MyGig entertainment system, complete with a 30GB hard drive.
| 7 October 2016 15-55107 Steve Doyle v. Chrysler Group, LLC United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit Chrysler Group, LLC appeals the district court's order granting in part Steve Doyle's motion to certify a class in a diversity putative class action arising out of Doyle's purchase of replacement window regulators for 2002-2007 Jeep Liberty cars. Download 15-55107 Steve Doyle v. Chrysler Group, LLC - 373MB - 35:30 |
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| Date | Document Name & Details | Documents |
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| 29 January 2003 | Safety Compliance Testing for FMVSS 201: Occupant Protection in Interior Impact, Upper Interior Head Impact Protection 2003 Jeep Liberty 4-Door National Highway Traffic Safety Administration |  PDF - 8.9MB - 215 pages |
| 15 September 2003 | Safety Compliance Testing for FMVSS No. 110(Indicant): Tire Selection and Rims 2003 Jeep Liberty Sport, MPV National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 1.4MB - 24 pages |
| 10 June 2004 | Vehicle Safety Compliance Testing for FMVSS 208, Occupant Crash Protection; FMVSS 212, Windshield Mounting; FMVSS 219, Windshield Intrustion (Partial); FMVSS 301, Fuel System Integrity 2004 Jeep Liberty MPV National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | Part 1 PDF - 1.8MB - 150 pages Part 2 PDF - 22.4MB - 227 pages |
| 7 July 2004 | Safety Compliance Testing for FMVSS 301: Fuel System Integrity 2003 Jeep Liberty SUV National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 4.1MB - 40 pages |
| 31 August 2004 | Safety Compliance Testing for FMVSS 225: "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems" 2004 Jeep Liberty National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 6.5MB - 50 pages |
| classified date 2005 | Special Crash Investigation Report Case Vehicle: 2004 Jeep Liberty Sport, 4x4, 4-door SUV National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 5.9MB - 102 pages |
| January 2005 | On-Site Certified Advanced 208-Compliant Vehicle Investigation Vehicle - 2004 Jeep Liberty Sport National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 569KB - 15 pages |
| January 2005 | Calspan On-Site Certified Advanced 208-Compliant Vehicle Crash Investigation Vehicle: 2005 Jeep Liberty National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 173KB - 11 pages |
| September 2005 | On-Site Certified Advanced 208-Compliant Vehicle Investigation Vehicle - 2005 Jeep Liberty Sport National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 656KB - 21 pages |
| classified date 2006 | Special Crash Investigation Report Case Vehicle: 2002 Jeep Liberty, 4x4, 4-door SUV National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 7.3MB - 119 pages |
| June 2007 | Not-in-Traffic Surveillance Calspan On-Site Back Over Investigation Vehicle: 2003 Jeep Liberty National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 1,759KB - 21 pages |
| 1 May 2008 | Safety Compliance Testing for FMVSS 201: Occupant Protection in Interior Impact, Upper Interior Head Impact Protection 2008 Jeep Liberty Sport 4X4 National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 4.3MB - 174 pages |
| 25 August 2008 | Safety Compliance Testing for FMVSS No. 111: Rearview Mirrors (Other Than School Buses) 2008 Jeep Liberty 5-Door MPV National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 4.0MB - 65 pages |
| 17 September 2008 | Safety Compliance Testing for FMVSS 207: Seating Systems 2008 Jeep Liberty 5-Door MPV National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 11.2MB - 129 pages |
| October 2010 | FMVSS 135 Safety Compliance Testing: Light Vehicle Brake Systems 2010 Jeep Liberty Sport, 4-Door 4WD, SUV National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 18.5MB - 74 pages |
| 12 January 2011 | Safety Compliance Testing for FMVSS 126: Electronic Stability Control Systems 2010 Jeep Liberty National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 39.5MB - 83 pages |
| 7 June 2011 | NHTSA Recall 11V315000 2011 Chrysler 200, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country, 2011 Dodge Avenger, 2011 Dodge Caliber, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan, 2011 Dodge Journey, 2011 Dodge Nitro, 2011 Jeep Compass, 2011 Jeep Liberty, 2011 Jeep Patriot, 2011 Jeep Wrangler National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | Recall Page - 1 page |
| 7 June 2011 | Updated Defect Information Report for Chrysler Group LLC From: David D. Dillon, Chrysler Group, LLC To: Claude Harris, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA Recall 11V315000 | PDF - 340KB - 4 pages |
| 14 June 2011 | Steering Column From: Jennifer Timian, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration To: David Dillon, Chrysler Group, LLC NHTSA Recall 11V315000 | PDF - 26KB - 3 pages |
| 28 June 2011 | NHTSA Identification Number 11V-315 From: David D. Dillon, Chrysler Group, LLC To: Claude Harris, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA Recall 11V315000 | PDF - 26KB - 1 page |
| 28 June 2011 | Safety Recall L23: Steering Column Pivot Rivets From: David D. Dillon, Chrysler Group, LLC To: Claude Harris, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA Recall 11V315000 | PDF - 234KB - 2 pages |
| July 2011 | Safety Recall L23: Steering Column Pivot Rivets Chrysler Group, LLC NHTSA Recall 11V315000 | PDF - 3.7MB - 11 pages |
| 7 October 2011 | RECALL QUARTERLY REPORT -- QUARTER ENDING 9/30/11 From: David R. Bernier, Chrysler Group, LLC To: Claude Harris, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA Recall 11V315000 | PDF - 56KB - 3 pages |
| 6 January 2012 | RECALL QUARTERLY REPORT -- QUARTER ENDING 12/31/11 From: David R. Bernier, Chrysler Group, LLC To: Nancy Lummen Lewis, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA Recall 11V315000 | PDF - 85KB - 2 pages |
| 2 April 2012 | RECALL QUARTERLY REPORT -- QUARTER ENDING 3/31/12 From: David D. Dillon, Chrysler Group, LLC To: Nancy Lummen Lewis, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA Recall 11V315000 | PDF - 38KB - 2 pages |
| 6 July 2012 | RECALL QUARTERLY REPORT -- QUARTER ENDING 6/30/12 From: David D. Dillon, Chrysler Group, LLC To: Nancy Lummen Lewis, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA Recall 11V315000 | PDF - 104KB - 2 pages |
| 5 October 2012 | RECALL QUARTERLY REPORT -- QUARTER ENDING 9/30/12 From: David R. Bernier, Chrysler Group, LLC To: Nancy Lummen Lewis, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA Recall 11V315000 | PDF - 39KB - 2 pages |
| 7 January 2013 | RECALL QUARTERLY REPORT -- QUARTER ENDING 12/31/12 From: David R. Bernier, Chrysler Group, LLC To: Nancy Lummen Lewis, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA Recall 11V315000 | PDF - 1.1MB - 2 pages |
| Date | Article | Author/Source |
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| 28 July 2001 | DaimlerChrysler: Hoping New SUV Sales Will Soar  | John Birchard, VOA News |
| 6 July 2006 | 2006 Jeep Liberty, Ready To Venture In The Off Road | Stacey Wilson |
| 12 August 2006 | For Recall: 2002-2006 Jeep Liberty | Terry Brown |
| 10 April 2007 | Jeep: The Old Is New Once Again | Anthony Fontanelle |
| 25 January 2008 | New Jeep Liberty Reviewed | Anthony Fontanelle |
| 20 November 2014 | Consumer Advisory: NHTSA Urges Owners of Model Year 2002-2007 Jeep Liberty and 1993-1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee Vehicles to Get Recalled Cars Fixed | NHTSA |
| Post Date | Description | Price | Location |
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| 22 October 2017 | 2003 Jeep Liberty  | GSA Auction | Fort Meade, Maryland  |
