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P0303 on JEEP LIBERTY

Severity
Medium
NHTSA Reports
2
Most Affected
2006, 2012

What P0303 Means on Your JEEP LIBERTY

Real JEEP LIBERTY Owner Reports (Source: NHTSA Complaints Database)

"Vehicle started exhibiting a cyl #3 misfire showing code p0303 and all the signs included in tsb 09-007-06. was also diagnosed by the dealer and having defective cylinder valves and valve locks."

— 2006 JEEP LIBERTY owner • ENGINE • Filed 03/15/2011

"I was driving my vehicle on the street when my check engine light came on and the car started to run rough and then the engine light started flashing. i parked it on a side street and had it towed to mechanic. i was told that the 3 & 5 cylinder was misfiring."

— 2012 JEEP LIBERTY owner • POWER TRAIN • Filed 01/11/2019

Data from NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. All reports are filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Common Causes of P0303 on JEEP LIBERTY

50%
50%

Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

Complaint Trend by Year

2006
1
2012
1

What To Do Next

  1. 1
    Check for recalls on YOUR VIN

    Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. Free repairs if your vehicle is covered.

  2. 2
    Get a proper diagnosis

    A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50-$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.

  3. 3
    Compare repair quotes

    Get 2-3 quotes. Dealer vs independent shop prices often differ 30-50% for the same repair.

P0303 on Other Vehicles

Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (U.S. Department of Transportation) and the SAE J2012 OBD-II standard. Code definitions follow the SAE J2012 / ISO 15031-6 standard. Owner reports are filed directly with NHTSA by vehicle owners. This information is provided for educational purposes only and should not replace professional automotive diagnosis. Always consult a qualified mechanic for vehicle repair decisions.

Last updated: March 2026