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Land Rover Range Rover Sport problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Range Rover Sport from 2005 to 2026: 640 owner complaints and 105 recalls across 22 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2016 (77), 2011 (63), 2017 (59). Best fuel economy: 24 mpg combined (2021).

Land Rover Range Rover Sport
Photo: Aethonatic · CC0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Engine129
Electrical113
Steering93
Suspension73
Body & structure73
Other / unknown70
Fuel & propulsion66
Transmission & drivetrain43

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
200510–
200652614
20070415
200801415
20090815
201024115
201126315
201213215
201313315
201484419
201595519
2016117719
201765924
201853324
201972624
202084624
202181124
202271419
2023723–
202481721
202541322
20265122

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Land Rover Range Rover Sport?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2016 (77), 2011 (63), 2017 (59).

How many recalls has the Land Rover Range Rover Sport had?

Across 2005–2026, NHTSA lists 105 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).