Land Rover Range Rover Sport recall history
Comprehensive recall and complaint data for the Land Rover Range Rover Sport, sourced from official National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) records.
Last updated: (NHTSA data snapshot)
At a Glance
Stats focus on model years from 1960 onwards. Earlier years appear in the detailed table below where data exists.
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Key Takeaways
A quick scan of where recalls and complaints concentrate for the Land Rover Range Rover Sport, based on aggregated NHTSA counts and campaign metadata.
- Coverage spans model years 2005–2025 with 83 recall campaigns and 654 complaints in NHTSA data.
- Years with the most recall activity: 2016 (11), 2015 (9), and 2014 (8).
- Years with the most complaint volume: 2011 (79), 2016 (59), and 2015 (56).
- Top recall themes: Seats and restraints, Other, and Airbags.
- Most reported complaint areas (across all years): Engine, Electrical system, Structure:body.
- Complaints are not proof of a defect, but repeated themes can be useful signals when researching a used vehicle.
- Always check your specific VIN for open recalls (open recalls are VIN-specific and can change over time).
Recall Themes
Instead of listing long campaign narratives, this groups recall campaigns into a few recurring areas. Each theme links back to official notices as evidence.
Seats and restraints
14 campaigns · Years: 2006, 2014–2017, 2021–2023, 2025These campaigns relate to seats, belts, airbags restraint integration, or child restraint anchoring components.
Other
6 campaigns · Years: 2015, 2018–2022, 2024These campaigns do not fit a single dominant theme, or the component taxonomy is broad.
Airbags
4 campaigns · Years: 2014–2016These campaigns relate to airbag system components and deployment/airbag readiness issues.
Electrical
4 campaigns · Years: 2006, 2017, 2020–2021These campaigns relate to wiring or electrical components that can cause warning lights, loss of function, or fire risk in some cases.
Engine and cooling
4 campaigns · Years: 2015, 2019–2024These campaigns relate to engine or cooling components where failures can lead to stalling or overheating risk.
Powertrain
3 campaigns · Years: 2006, 2024–2025These campaigns relate to drivetrain or transmission components that can affect shifting, power delivery, or control.
Visibility and lighting
3 campaigns · Years: 2018–2020, 2023These campaigns relate to lighting, glass, or visibility components (lamps, wipers, and related systems).
Brakes
2 campaigns · Years: 2006, 2014–2015These campaigns relate to braking system components that can affect stopping performance or warning behavior.
Most Reported Issues
Across all model years, the most frequently reported areas for the Land Rover Range Rover Sport in NHTSA complaint data are Engine, Electrical system, Structure:body.
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Year-by-Year Overview
Each row shows how often this model appears in NHTSA recalls and consumer complaints for a given model year. These are counts of campaigns and complaints, not risk predictions.
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2 | 3 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Back over prevention: sensing system: camera, Exterior lighting, Visibility/wiper. |
| 2024 | 4 | 15 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Engine, Power train, Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch. |
| 2023 | 4 | 17 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Electrical system, Engine, Lane departure: assist. |
| 2022 | 5 | 12 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Engine, Electrical system, Power train. |
| 2021 | 6 | 6 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Power train, Electrical system, Exterior lighting. |
| 2020 | 6 | 50 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Electrical system, Engine, Service brakes. |
| 2019 | 5 | 13 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Engine, Electrical system, Structure:body. |
| 2018 | 5 | 48 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Engine, Electrical system, Vehicle speed control. |
| 2017 | 6 | 42 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Engine, Electrical system, Fuel/propulsion system. |
| 2016 | 11 | 59 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Engine, Steering, Air bags. |
| 2015 | 9 | 56 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Engine, Steering, Electrical system. |
| 2014 | 8 | 54 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Engine, Electrical system, Structure:body. |
| 2013 | 1 | 39 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Fuel/propulsion system, Fuel system, gasoline, Service brakes. |
| 2012 | 1 | 39 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Engine, Fuel system, gasoline, Fuel/propulsion system. |
| 2011 | 2 | 79 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Structure:body, Fuel/propulsion system, Fuel system, gasoline. |
| 2010 | 2 | 48 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Fuel system, gasoline, Structure:body, Fuel/propulsion system. |
| 2009 | 0 | 14 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Electrical system, Suspension, Air bags. |
| 2008 | 0 | 17 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Air bags, Suspension, Fuel/propulsion system. |
| 2007 | 0 | 4 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Child seat:tether: connector/clip, Suspension:front:springs:air suspension system, Tires. |
| 2006 | 5 | 39 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Air bags, Power train:driveline:differential unit, Suspension. |
| 2005 | 1 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
What to Do Next
- Check open recalls by VIN on the official NHTSA site (open recalls are VIN-specific).
- If buying used, ask for proof of recall remedy completion (dealer paperwork helps).
- If symptoms match common complaint themes, consider a mechanic inspection before purchase or long trips.
Recall Evidence by Year
A compact evidence view of recall campaigns that include this model. The default text is an original summary line, with official notice text available on demand.
Most common areas involved: Latches/locks/linkages , Seat belts and Back over prevention
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⚠️ Important Safety Information
Recall Explained provides independent analysis of official NHTSA data. This site does not replace the official NHTSA VIN lookup and should not be treated as legal or safety advice for your specific vehicle.
For any safety concerns: Always check your VIN on the official NHTSA site and contact an authorized dealer.