2017 Land Rover Range Rover Sport: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2017 Land Rover Range Rover Sport: 6 recalls, 59 owner complaints and up to 24 mpg combined.
Recalls
6 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Seat belts Vehicle recall #16V942000 · 2016 · 13,500 vehicles
What's wrong: The affected vehicles have seatbelt pretensioners that May not function properly in the event of a crash.
Why it matters: If the front seat seatbelt pretensioners do not function properly, the seat occupants May not be adequately restrained in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Land rover will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front seat belt assemblies, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 20, 2017.
Electrical Vehicle recall #17V679000 · 2017 · 21,998 vehicles
What's wrong: The instrument cluster (ic) May intermittently go blank.
Why it matters: A blank instrument cluster will not show important information like vehicle speed, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Land rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 19, 2017.
Electrical, Fuel system Vehicle recall #18V337000 · 2018 · 1,917 vehicles
What's wrong: The fuel gauge on these vehicles May indicate that the fuel level is low and illuminate the warning lamp, when the fuel tank actually has more fuel. The engine management software May also cut off the engine when the vehicle has traveled approximately 17 more miles.
Why it matters: If the engine were to shut off, it can cause loss of power brake assistance. An engine stall would cause a loss of drive power. Both scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Land rover will notify owners, and dealers will install a software update to correct the fuel level reading, free of charge. The recall began on June 22, 2018. Owners May Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land rover's number for this recall is n206.
Seat belts Vehicle recall #19V350000 · 2019 · 16,186 vehicles
What's wrong: The driver's seat belt emergency locking retractor (elr) May not lock as designed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 209, "seat belt assemblies."
Why it matters: If the driver brakes prior to a crash, the elr will not lock at the correct g-force level, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Land rover will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat belt assembly, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began September 10, 2019.
Seat belts Vehicle recall #22V219000 · 2022 · 14,812 vehicles
What's wrong: The driver's seat belt emergency locking retractor May not lock as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) numbers 209, "seat belt assemblies" and 208, "occupant crash protection."
Why it matters: During hard braking before a crash, the seat belt emergency locking retractor May not lock as intended, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 29, 2022.
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. 0 mention a fire, 1 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Steering (22): the most common themes are steering problems (18), warning light on (4), noise or vibration (2).
- Suspension (12): the most common themes are steering problems (2), noise or vibration (2).
- Other / unknown (8): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (2).
- Fuel & propulsion (8): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (4), warning light on (2).
The 2017 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has 59 owner complaints, ranking #3 of 22 Range Rover Sport model years for complaints (2.0× the average Range Rover Sport year). Complaints peaked in 2026 (26 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 8 years old, at a median of 40,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2016 (77 complaints, 11 recalls), 2018 (33 complaints, 5 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | 4-Wheel Drive | 22 | 28 | 24 | Diesel |
| 3.0 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | 4-Wheel Drive | 17 | 23 | 19 | Premium |
| 5.0 L 8-cyl | Automatic (S8) | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 | 19 | 16 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2017 Land Rover Range Rover Sport have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 vehicle recalls for the 2017 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 2017 Land Rover Range Rover Sport problems?
Owners have filed 59 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are steering (22), suspension (12), other / unknown (8).
What gas mileage does the 2017 Land Rover Range Rover Sport get?
EPA ratings run up to 24 mpg combined (3.0 L, Automatic (S8)), across 3 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2017 Land Rover Range Rover Sport repair manual?
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