2015 Land Rover Range Rover Sport: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2015 Land Rover Range Rover Sport: 9 recalls, 55 owner complaints and up to 19 mpg combined.
Recalls
9 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #15V042000 · 2015 · 29,311 vehicles
What's wrong: In the affected vehicles, the brake vacuum hose May have been incorrectly routed allowing a hole to be worn ito it.
Why it matters: If a hole is worn into the brake vacuum hose, a complete loss of braking assistance could occur, lengthening the distance required to stop the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Land rover will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake vacuum hose and correctly route it, as necessary, free of charge. Any brake vacuum hose that is damaged will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began March 2, 2015.
Engine & cooling Vehicle recall #15V069000 · 2015 · 2 vehicles
What's wrong: In the affected vehicles, the 3.0l v6 supercharged engines May have improperly torqued connecting rod bolts. As a result, the connecting rod May separate from the crankshaft and the engine May seize.
Why it matters: If the engine seizes there is an increased risk of a crash.
The fix: Land rover will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected engines, free of charge. The recall began February 27, 2015.
Wheels Vehicle recall #15V092000 · 2015 · 28 vehicles
What's wrong: The affected vehicles have wheel lug nuts that May crack and detach from the wheel hub stud.
Why it matters: If one or more of the wheel lug nuts crack or detach from the wheel hub, the remaining lug nuts May be unable to keep the wheel secured to the vehicle. If the wheel detaches, loss of vehicle control would result, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Land rover will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wheel nuts with new wheel nuts, free of charge. The recall began March 23, 2015.
Airbags Vehicle recall #15V093000 · 2015 · 61,793 vehicles
What's wrong: In the affected vehicles, a light weight adult front seat passenger May be improperly classified by the occupant classification system (ocs) and, as a result, the front seat passenger air bag May be disabled.
Why it matters: If the front passenger air bag is disabled during a vehicle crash, there is an increased risk of injury.
The fix: Land rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the ocs software, free of charge. The recall began April 9, 2015.
Latches & locks Vehicle recall #15V385000 · 2015 · 65,372 vehicles
What's wrong: In the affected vehicles, the doors May unlatch unexpectedly when closed.
Why it matters: If a vehicle door unlatches, the distraction May increase the risk of a crash and/or a vehicle occupant May fall out of the vehicle if they are not wearing a seatbelt, increasing their risk of injury.
The fix: Land rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the keyless entry software, free of charge. The recall began August 6, 2015.
Seats Vehicle recall #15V600000 · 2015 · 856 vehicles
What's wrong: In the affected vehicles, the second row seat back May not latch properly, especially in the center section.
Why it matters: In the event of a crash, if the seat back is not properly latched, the seat belt May not properly restrain the occupant, increasing their risk of injury.
The fix: Land rover will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the second row seat mechanism, replacing it as required, free of charge. The recall began on November 12, 2015.
Latches & locks Vehicle recall #19V392000 · 2019 · 65,385 vehicles
What's wrong: Due to a problem with the keyless vehicle latching system (kv latch), the doors May appear to be closed but May be unlatched.
Why it matters: The unlatched door May open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Land rover will notify owners, and dealers will inspect for any issues with the kv system, disabling the kv mechanisms if necessary, and update the kv latch software, free of charge. The recall began July 18, 2019.
Latches & locks Vehicle recall #20V387000 · 2020 · 6,211 vehicles
What's wrong: These vehicles were previously recalled and repaired under recall 19v-392, however the repair May not have been completed properly. Due to a problem with the keyless vehicle latching system (kv latch), the doors May appear to be closed but May be unlatched.
Why it matters: Unlatched doors May open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Land rover will notify owners, and dealers will inspect for any issues with the kv system, disabling the kv mechanisms if necessary, and update the kv latch software, free of charge. The recall began November 30, 2020.
Steering Vehicle recall #25V514000 · 2025 · 121,509 vehicles
What's wrong: The front suspension upper knuckle joint May crack, which can result in suspension arm detachment.
Why it matters: Suspension arm detachment can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the front suspension knuckles and install a retaining bracket or replace the knuckle, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 11, 2026.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 2 mention a fire, 1 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Steering (17): the most common themes are steering problems (14), warning light on (6).
- Engine (11): the most common themes are warning light on (5), electrical failure (2).
- Suspension (11): the most common themes are steering problems (3).
- Other / unknown (6): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2015 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has 55 owner complaints, ranking #4 of 22 Range Rover Sport model years for complaints (1.9× the average Range Rover Sport year). Complaints peaked in 2026 (14 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 9 years old, at a median of 67,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2014 (44 complaints, 8 recalls), 2016 (77 complaints, 11 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | 4-Wheel Drive | 17 | 22 | 19 | Premium |
| 5.0 L 8-cyl | Automatic (S8) | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 | 19 | 16 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2015 Land Rover Range Rover Sport have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 9 vehicle recalls for the 2015 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2015 Land Rover Range Rover Sport problems?
Owners have filed 55 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are steering (17), engine (11), suspension (11).
What gas mileage does the 2015 Land Rover Range Rover Sport get?
EPA ratings run up to 19 mpg combined (3.0 L, Automatic (S8)), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
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