2019 Land Rover Range Rover Sport: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2019 Land Rover Range Rover Sport: 7 recalls, 26 owner complaints and up to 24 mpg combined.
Recalls
7 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Engine Vehicle recall #19V040000 · 2019 · 2,587 vehicles
What's wrong: The affected vehicles are equipped with v6 or v8 engines whose crankshaft pulley retaining bolt May fracture possibly resulting in engine failure.
Why it matters: Engine failure can increase the risk of crash.
The fix: Land rover has notified owners, and dealers will replace the crankshaft pulley center retaining bolt, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 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.
Engine & cooling Vehicle recall #23V044000 · 2023 · 6,724 vehicles
What's wrong: The engine cam carrier oil channel May be blocked, which can lead to an oil leak.
Why it matters: An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the engine cam carrier and related components as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2023.
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.
Electrical Vehicle recall #26V248000 · 2026 · 170,169 vehicles
What's wrong: Insufficient electrical load balancing during times of high demand can lead to a current overload condition and malfunction of the dcdc converter. A failure of the dc-dc converter will result in a loss of 12-volt system charging and can lead to complete loss of drive power and exterior lighting.
Why it matters: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the central software, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed June 17, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available.
Electrical Vehicle recall #26V599000 · 2026 · 23,677 vehicles
What's wrong: The dc-dc converter May malfunction due to an electrical overload that can occur during high power demand. Additionally, a software error can cause the dc-dc converter to stop functioning at vehicle start-up under certain circumstances. Failure of the dc-dc converter will result in the loss of 12-volt system charging and can lead to complete loss of drive power and exterior lighting.
Why it matters: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed November 13, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Electrical (9): the most common themes are electrical failure (5), stalls / loses power (2), warning light on (2).
- Engine (9): the most common themes are leaks (3), fire / smoke (3), warning light on (2).
- Other / unknown (7): the most common themes are leaks (5), fire / smoke (3).
- Steering (2): the most common themes are steering problems (2).
The 2019 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has 26 owner complaints, ranking #12 of 22 Range Rover Sport model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 29). Complaints peaked in 2026 (15 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 7 years old, at a median of 10,107 miles. Neighboring years: 2018 (33 complaints, 5 recalls), 2020 (46 complaints, 8 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 2019 Land Rover Range Rover Sport have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 7 vehicle recalls for the 2019 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 2019 Land Rover Range Rover Sport problems?
Owners have filed 26 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (9), engine (9), other / unknown (7).
What gas mileage does the 2019 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 2019 Land Rover Range Rover Sport repair manual?
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