Recall 10V550 affects 12,027 2008 Jeep Liberty vehicles for windshield wiper motor water intrusion. Repair is free at any franchised Jeep dealer.
Jeep recalled 12,027 2008 Liberty vehicles because excess adhesive in the windshield wiper motor allows water intrusion, leading to intermittent and then inoperative wiper operation. When the wipers fail, visibility drops and crash risk increases; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The windshield wiper motor on the 2008 Jeep Liberty is the electric motor that moves the wiper arms across the glass. When the driver turns the wipers on, the motor supplies the motion that lets the blades clear rain, road spray, and debris from the windshield. The system depends on the motor housing staying dry.
On these Liberty vehicles, the wiper motor contains excess adhesive. That extra adhesive allows water to get into the motor instead of keeping the electrical parts protected. Once water intrusion starts, the motor can work off and on before it stops operating. At that point, the wipers no longer move when the driver needs them.
There is no warning sign before failure. The first notice is intermittent wiper operation, or wipers that stop working after water has reached the motor.
Who's affected?
| 2008 Jeep Liberty | wiper system |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 12,027 |
Not every 2008 Jeep Liberty is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
A failing or inoperative windshield wiper system reduces driver visibility and increases crash risk. Treat weak or failed wiping as a safety issue, especially in rain or road spray. Schedule service soon. Repair will be free at any franchised Jeep dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2008 Jeep Liberty is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Jeep dealer and ask about the free windshield-wiper motor replacement that fixes the water-intrusion failure behind intermittent or inoperative wipers.
- Reference recall number 10V550 when you call, and give the dealer your VIN.
- Bring the recall notice if Chrysler mailed one to you.
- Avoid driving in rain or poor visibility until the wiper repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Jeep technician replaces the windshield wiper motor covered by recall 10V550. The repair instructions list the replacement as free of charge, and the recall record says the safety recall began on December 1, 2010. Until the dealer confirms the campaign is open for your VIN, ask the service desk to check the repair path and explain the parts process.
Timeline
| November 3, 2010 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 1, 2010 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V550?
Recall 10V550 covers 12,027 2008 Jeep Liberty vehicles with windshield wiper motors that contain excess adhesive. Water can enter the motor, causing intermittent and eventually inoperative wiper operation. That loss of visibility increases crash risk. Jeep dealers replace the wiper motor for free.
What should I do if my 2008 Jeep Liberty is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Liberty is included in recall 10V550. If it is, contact a franchised Jeep dealer to schedule the windshield wiper motor replacement. Reference recall number 10V550 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair this safety defect at no cost. For recall 10V550, a franchised Jeep dealer replaces the windshield wiper motor free of charge. The safety recall began on December 1, 2010.
What warning signs should I watch for?
Watch for intermittent windshield wiper operation. The recall describes wipers that work inconsistently and then become inoperative after water enters the motor. Reduced wiper function limits visibility in rain or road spray, so confirm your VIN and arrange the free dealer repair.
What if I bought my 2008 Jeep Liberty used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the original owner. If you never received a letter, check your VIN to confirm whether your Liberty is included, then call a franchised Jeep dealer with recall number 10V550.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/10V550000 |
|---|---|
| Jeep customer service | 1-800-853-1403 |
| NHTSA recall # | 10V550 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 10V550000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 3, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →