2020 Land Rover Range Rover Sport Problems & Issues

On the 2019-2023 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 3.0L Ingenium I6 petrol MHEV (AJ20-P6), recall 23V044 / N763 includes certain 2019–2023 Range Rover Sport vehicles with the 3.0-litre AJ20-P6 petrol engine. An incompletely drilled cam-carrier oil gallery can cause external oil leakage or increased oil entry into the intake; external leakage can create fire risk. The amended filing lists 2,552 US Sport vehicles and also traces affected replacement engines to their receiving vehicles, so eligibility depends on the VIN, not just the model year.

On the 2014-2022 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, the diesel Range Rover Sport suffers from DPF clogging when used predominantly for short trips. The DPF regeneration cycle requires sustained exhaust temperatures that are not achieved in city driving. The vehicle may attempt regeneration frequently, increasing fuel consumption and causing a diesel smell. If regeneration fails repeatedly, the DPF becomes permanently blocked.

On the 2019-2022 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 2.0L Ingenium I4 petrol PHEV (P400e), on the 2.0L Ingenium 4-cylinder petrol PHEV engine in the Range Rover Sport P400e, the water pump pulley drive belt can be damaged and come off or break apart. With no coolant flow, the engine overheats fast and the engine-mounted plastic coolant elbow ruptures. Coolant sprays onto the turbocharger heat shield, which can start an engine-bay fire. The recall covers 2019-2022 MY Range Rover Sport PHEV built Jun 16, 2018 to May 11, 2021 (1,256 US vehicles), up to when a redesigned elbow went into production.

On the 2019-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, nHTSA recall 26V248 identifies an internal DC-DC-converter boost-control microchip fault on certain 2019-2024 Range Rover Sport MHEVs that can stop 12V charging and lead to loss of drive power and exterior lighting. JLR communications also document 2023-2024 DC-DC warnings and 48V charging concerns. The primary evidence does not extend that recall population to 2025 or make the 48V battery, BECM and converter interchangeable causes.

On the 2005-2022 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, the Range Rover Sport rides on air springs. An electric compressor fills them, and valve blocks hold or release the air at each corner. Land Rover has issued bulletins for two compressor faults on this model. First-generation (L320) trucks, 2006-2013 in the US: Technical Bulletin LTB00420NAS3 says the air-suspension warning lamp may come on, the suspension may not raise the vehicle, and DTC C1A20-64 may be stored. The bulletin says this may be caused by a faulty compressor. These trucks were fitted with either a Hitachi compressor or an old-design AMK compressor, and the bulletin gives a different procedure depending on which one is fitted. Second-generation (L494) 2014-2015 trucks in certain VIN ranges: Service Action Q590 ("Air Suspension Compressor Blocked") covers a blocked compressor. An amber warning means the vehicle drives normally but will not lower, and the cluster shows "Suspension fault". A red warning means the vehicle sits above normal ride height, will not lower, and the cluster shows "Do not exceed 30 MPH". Land Rover expected most affected vehicles to need only a new compressor exhaust silencer and a chassis control module reconfiguration, and about one in five to need a new compressor. Owners also report that a compressor can burn out early when it has to keep refilling a leak, such as a leaking air spring or a valve block that leaks internally. In one documented 2006 L320 case, a replacement compressor and new front and middle valve blocks did not stop the compressor cycling. The cause turned out to be a used rear valve block that was leaking internally and letting air into the rear strut without a command from the module.

On the 2014-2022 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, the ZF 8HP70 eight-speed automatic transmission used in the L494 Range Rover Sport develops valve body and mechatronic unit faults. Symptoms include harsh shifts, delayed engagement, and occasional limp mode. The solenoids in the valve body wear and cause improper fluid routing. The transmission adapts by increasing line pressure, which accelerates wear on the clutch packs.

On the 2005-2022 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, the rear differential on the Range Rover Sport is prone to developing oil leaks from the pinion seal. The seal deteriorates from heat cycling and driveshaft vibration, allowing gear oil to seep out and coat the rear axle housing. If the fluid level drops too low, the differential gears and bearings can be damaged.

On the 2014-2022 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, jLR service communications for specified 2014-2020 Range Rover Sport vehicles document a Park Brake Needs Calibration warning, temporary failure to release, EPB warnings and actuator-stuck DTCs C2005-71, C2006-71, C2007-72 and C2008-72.