2013 Land Rover Range Rover: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2013 Land Rover Range Rover: 6 recalls, 26 owner complaints and up to 16 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.
Airbags Vehicle recall #13V607000 · 2013 · 3,912 vehicles
What's wrong: In the affected vehicles, due to insufficient clearance, the supplemental restraint system (SRS) connector located in the driver and front passenger side seat of the vehicle May become disconnected.
Why it matters: If the connector becomes disconnected, the driver and/or passenger seat side air bag May not function. In the event of a crash necessitating side air bag deployment, the seat occupant is at an increased risk of injury.
The fix: Land rover will notify owners, and dealers will modify the area around the connector to prevent it from becoming disconnected, free of charge. The recall began on January 16, 2014. Customers May contact Land Rover at 1-800-637-6837, option 9. Land rover's number for this recall is p037.
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.
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.
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.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 3 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Electrical (5): the most common themes are electrical failure (4), door / lock issues (2).
- Airbags (4): the most common themes are warning light on (2).
- Speed control / throttle (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Body & structure (3): the most common themes are door / lock issues (2).
The 2013 Land Rover Range Rover has 26 owner complaints, ranking #14 of 37 Range Rover model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 27). Complaints peaked in 2016 (4 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 5 years old, at a median of 40,500 miles. Neighboring years: 2012 (20 complaints, 4 recalls), 2014 (42 complaints, 10 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.0 L 8-cyl | Automatic (S8) | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 | 20 | 16 | Premium |
| 5.0 L 8-cyl | Automatic (S8) | 4-Wheel Drive | 13 | 19 | 15 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2013 Land Rover Range Rover have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 vehicle recalls for the 2013 Land Rover Range Rover. 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 2013 Land Rover Range Rover problems?
Owners have filed 26 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (5), airbags (4), speed control / throttle (3).
What gas mileage does the 2013 Land Rover Range Rover get?
EPA ratings run up to 16 mpg combined (5.0 L, Automatic (S8)), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
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