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Jeep Liberty

Report: Front/Rear Differential Pinion Seal/Transfer Case Leaks are Common

Jeep Liberty Problem
30 Reports

Model Years Affected: 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010

Drive Trains Affected: 4WD, Automatic Transmission

Average Mileage: 106,847 mi (3,300 mi - 820,000 mi)

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Leaks at the front and/or rear differential pinion seal and from the transfer case are common. Low fluid level in the differential or transfer case can result in bearing failure. Damaged bearings commonly cause a whine or growl type noise.

  • Report #1
    rachaelguay, 2004 Jeep Liberty, 4WD, 95,000 mi
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    front pinion seal is leaking.

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  • Report #2
    Visitor, 2006 Jeep Liberty, 4WD, 93,000 mi
  • Report #3
    Visitor, 2004 Jeep Liberty, 4WD, 27,000 mi

    transfer case output seal

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  • Report #4
    Visitor, 2007 Jeep Liberty, 4WD, 46,000 mi

    Rear axle pinion seal leaking

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  • Report #5
    Visitor, 2004 Jeep Liberty, 4WD, 112,000 mi
  • Report #6
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    The rear differential is starting to leak. What a hassle this Jeep has been, and we have 2 years left of payments. What a ripoff, Never use 4 Your Car Connection in Seneca, Pa 16346

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  • Report #7
    Visitor, 2002 Jeep Liberty, 131,000 mi
  • Report #8
    Visitor, 2006 Jeep Liberty, 4WD, 39,000 mi
  • Report #9
    Visitor, 2004 Jeep Liberty, 4WD, 73,000 mi

    Front and Rear Pinion Seal Leaking.

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  • Report #10
    Visitor, 2006 Jeep Liberty, 4WD, 40,000 mi

    Front and rear pinion seals leaking.

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  • Report #11
    Visitor, 2005 Jeep Liberty, 4WD, 115,000 mi

    Front/Rear Differential Pinion Seal/Transfer Case Leak replaced Pinion seal $300.00! errr

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  • Report #12
    Visitor, 2004 Jeep Liberty, 4WD, 820,000 mi

    Leaking in the rear differential pinion seal

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  • Report #13
    Visitor, 2008 Jeep Liberty, 4WD, 42,800 mi

    had the pinon seal changed and now there is a slight noise and a small viberation in it. not a happy camp with this did not have this problem until they fixed the pinon seal..

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  • Report #14
    Visitor, 2004 Jeep Liberty, 4WD, 100,000 mi

    First the rear and now the fron pinion seal leaks, 179.00 each done at jeep

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  • Report #15
    Visitor, 2007 Jeep Liberty, 4WD

    front end makes a growel noise at low speeds dealer claims I need new pinion bearing and says it will cost $1000. to $1900. is this right it seems like alot?

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  • Report #16
    eddyjb, 2008 Jeep Liberty, 4WD, 3,300 mi
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    leaking pinoin seal

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  • Report #17
    HenryKa, 2009 Jeep Liberty, 4WD, 37,155 mi
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    Leak found by Jeep dealer during oil change. Seal changed that very day - this Jeep has a lifetime powertrain warranty without any deductible (!!) and also a purchased lifetime bumper to bumper warranty with a $100 deductible. Total cost here: $0.00
    I'll report on any other issues as we go along.

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  • Report #18
    Norlica60, 2003 Jeep Liberty, Automatic Transmission, 12,700 mi
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    i am having exactly the same problem, I already replaced the wheel bearings and the mechanic told me that my differential is out, that either get a new one or rebuild will fix the problem, he said it will cost between $850.00 to $1000.00 to fix this problem, he also said that the bearings in the differential need to be change, I found this cost extremely expensive, my speed sensor went bad, already replaced but my speedometer still not working, I noticed some like oil leaks from the differential. How expensive will be to fix this problem, what is the risk of me driving long distances? please help.

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  • Report #19
    Visitor, 2007 Jeep Liberty, 4WD, 45,000 mi

    rear pinion seal leaking

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  • Report #20
    Visitor, 2005 Jeep Liberty, 4WD, 88,000 mi

    Front Pinion seal worn completely and supposidly the front drive shaft... told by Jeep dealership.

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  • Report #21
    Visitor, 2004 Jeep Liberty, 4WD, 120,000 mi
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