What are the most common Land Rover Range Rover problems?
According to Au7o's analysis of 18,850+ owner reports, the 2003-2025 Land Rover Range Rover has 7 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Air Suspension Compressor Failure, Timing Chain Tensioner Failure on 5.0L AJ-V8, Sunroof Drain Blockage Causing Interior Water Leaks. Of these, 2 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.
Is the Land Rover Range Rover reliable?
The 2003-2025 Land Rover Range Rover has 7 known issues documented across 18,850+ owner reports. 2 issues are rated critical: Air Suspension Compressor Failure and Timing Chain Tensioner Failure on 5.0L AJ-V8. Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
How much does it cost to fix common Land Rover Range Rover problems?
Repair costs for known Land Rover Range Rover issues range from $150 to $8,000, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. The most critical issue, Air Suspension Compressor Failure, typically costs $1,200-$3,500 to repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.
What year Land Rover Range Rover is the most reliable?
Reliability varies across model years of the Land Rover Range Rover. Based on documented issues, problems are most commonly reported in earlier model years. Au7o recommends checking the specific known issues for your target year before purchasing, and having a pre-purchase inspection performed by a qualified mechanic. Our known issues database covers the 2003-2025 Land Rover Range Rover with 7 documented issues documented across 18,850+ owner reports.
What is the 2003-2021 Land Rover Range Rover Air Suspension Compressor Failure?
The Hitachi air suspension compressor is a well-known failure point on the Range Rover. The compressor runs excessively to compensate for leaking air springs, eventually overheating and burning out. Symptoms start with the vehicle sitting low overnight and progress to a complete… Repairs typically run $1,200-$3,500. Severity: high.
What is the 2010-2022 Land Rover Range Rover Timing Chain Tensioner Failure on 5.0L AJ-V8?
The Jaguar/Land Rover AJ-V8 5.0L engine suffers from timing chain tensioner failures. The hydraulic tensioners lose oil pressure on cold starts, allowing the timing chains to slap against the guides. Over time the guides wear and the chain stretches, leading to jumped timing and… Repairs typically run $4,000-$8,000. Severity: high.
What is the 2003-2021 Land Rover Range Rover Sunroof Drain Blockage Causing Interior Water Leaks?
The panoramic sunroof drain tubes on the Range Rover become blocked with debris, leaves, and dirt, causing water to back up into the headliner and drip into the cabin. Water pools in the footwells, saturates the carpets, and can damage the body control modules located under the f… Repairs typically run $150-$1,500. Severity: medium.
What is the 2003-2021 Land Rover Range Rover Air Spring Bladder Cracks and Leaks?
The rubber air spring bladders on the Range Rover deteriorate over time from UV exposure, road salt, and ozone. Cracks develop in the rubber, causing slow air leaks that worsen in cold weather. The vehicle will sag overnight on one or more corners and the compressor runs excessiv… Repairs typically run $600-$2,000. Severity: medium.
What is the 2013-2022 Land Rover Range Rover Parasitic Battery Drain from Infotainment and Modules?
The L405 Range Rover and L494 Range Rover Sport are prone to parasitic battery drain caused by electronic modules that fail to enter sleep mode. The infotainment system, Bluetooth module, and telematics unit are common culprits. The vehicle can drain a new battery in 3-5 days whe… Severity: medium.
What is the 2022-2025 Land Rover Range Rover Pivi Pro Infotainment System Freezing and Crashing?
The new L460 Range Rover's Pivi Pro infotainment system suffers from frequent freezes, black screens, and spontaneous reboots. The system can become completely unresponsive, taking climate controls and navigation offline. Some owners report the screen going black while driving, r… Severity: medium.
What is the 2010-2022 Land Rover Range Rover Supercharger Nose Cone Bearing Wear and Coupler Failure?
The Eaton TVS supercharger on the 5.0L V8 develops bearing wear in the nose cone assembly, producing a whining or grinding noise that increases with engine RPM. The supercharger coupler (snout coupler) also wears out, causing a rattling noise and reduced boost. Left unaddressed,… Repairs typically run $1,500-$4,000. Severity: medium.
