2018 Land Rover Range Rover Sport: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Sport: 5 recalls, 33 owner complaints and up to 24 mpg combined.
Recalls
5 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Forward collision avoidance Vehicle recall #18V625000 · 2018 · 86 vehicles
What's wrong: The autonomous emergency braking (aeb) system May be disabled without warning the driver that the system is not functional.
Why it matters: If the aeb does not intervene when needed, without warning, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
The fix: Land rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. The recall began October 17, 2018.
Backup camera Vehicle recall #19V603000 · 2019 · 14,277 vehicles
What's wrong: The back-up camera system May fail to display the rearview image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Why it matters: Failure to display the rearview image will reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Land rover will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the infotainment system software, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2019.
Exterior lights, Exterior lights Vehicle recall #21V117000 · 2021 · 26,805 vehicles
What's wrong: Jaguar Land Rover north america, LLC. (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2018-2020 range rover, range rover sport, discovery, and range rover velar vehicles. The auto high beam (ahb) system does not indicate through the instrument cluster when the high beams are illuminated automatically. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 108, "lamps,…
Why it matters: The driver May be unaware that the high beams are illuminated, reducing visibility for oncoming traffic, and 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 began April 7, 2021.
Backup camera Vehicle recall #24V023000 · 2024 · 58,729 vehicles
What's wrong: Water May enter into the rearview camera, which can cause the rearview camera image not to appear on the display or display a distorted image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "rear visibility."
Why it matters: A rearview camera image that does not display while in reverse decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the rearview camera and add a new seal or replace the camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed to range rover owners March 4, 2024. Interim notification letters were mailed to range rover sport owners March 7, 2024. Range rover sport owners will receive a…
Backup camera Vehicle recall #24V364000 · 2024 · 22,268 vehicles
What's wrong: Water May enter into the rearview camera, which can cause the rearview camera image not to appear on the display or display a distorted image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "rear visibility."
Why it matters: A rearview camera image that does not display can decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the rearview camera for damage. If no damage is found, the camera will be fitted with a new seal. If damage is found, the camera will be replaced and calibrated. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 18, 2024.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 1 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Engine (15): the most common themes are overheating (5), stalls / loses power (4), fire / smoke (4).
- Electrical (8): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Other / unknown (5): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Speed control / throttle (4): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has 33 owner complaints, ranking #9 of 22 Range Rover Sport model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 29). Complaints peaked in 2019 (7 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 5 years old, at a median of 11,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2017 (59 complaints, 6 recalls), 2019 (26 complaints, 7 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 | 17 | 22 | 19 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Sport have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 vehicle recalls for the 2018 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 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Sport problems?
Owners have filed 33 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine (15), electrical (8), other / unknown (5).
What gas mileage does the 2018 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 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Sport repair manual?
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