2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport problems, complaints & recalls

2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport recalls (2)

• Recall 21V635000Aug 12, 2021111,746 vehicles
  FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP:MOUNTING PLATE/FLANGE

  Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Range Rover Sport and 2010-2016 LR4 vehicles equipped with 3.0L V6 or 5.0L V8 engines. The fuel outlet flange mounted on the fuel tank may crack, possibly resulting in a fuel leak.

  Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

  Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel outlet flange, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed October 7, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed May 11, 2022. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N623.

• Recall 20V623000Oct 8, 202021,834 vehicles
  STRUCTURE:BODY

  Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2010-2011 Range Rover Sport vehicles. The upper cover on the rear spoiler may detach from the vehicle.

  Risk: If the spoiler detaches while driving, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the spoiler assembly. If the spoiler has not delaminated, a new adhesive will be applied to fully secure the upper spoiler cover. If the outer surface of the rear spoiler has detached, been lost or damaged, a new spoiler will be installed. The repairs will be performed free of charge. Final Owner letters were mailed May 21, 2021. Owners can contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-369-1000. Land Rover's number for this recall is N499.

NHTSA defect investigations

• PE20018Opened Nov 5, 2020Closed Mar 24, 2022led to recall 21V635000

  Fuel Tank Outlet Flange Leak

  The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened PE20-018 on November 5th, 2020, to investigate fuel leak allegations in vehicles equipped with fuel tank outlet flange Part Number AH229039AB. ODI based the investigation on six consumer complaints it had received and, using information gathered from RQ19-004, five field reports and 200 warranty claims in the subject vehicles. At the closing date of PE20-018, the number of related complaints received by ODI has risen to fifteen. In response to an ODI Information Request (IR) letter, Land Rover identified: 57 additional warranty claims (257 total…

• PE20007Opened May 7, 2020Closed Oct 30, 2020led to recall 20V623000

  Spoiler Cover Detachment

  The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) analyzed complaints received from the public and complaint data submitted by Jaguar Land Rover North America (JLR) in response to the Information Request (IR) letter for PE20-007. ODI identified a total of 132 non-duplicative reports alleging incidents in which the spoiler cover detached from the certain Range Rover vehicles while in motion, including 3 resulting in broken windshields, 6 involving detached spoilers striking trailing vehicles with damage unknown, and 4 in which the subject vehicle driver observed trailing traffic swerve to avoid the det…

Recent 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport complaints

Excerpts of the newest owner complaints, lightly cleaned of personal details. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

1. Filed Jul 15, 2026TXEngine

   My vehicle overheated due to a cracked rear engine coolant pipe. The vehicle is out of warranty and has been inoperable since August 2025 due to repair cost.

   NHTSA complaint #11750592 · source
2. Filed Feb 4, 2026NYElectrical System

   My 2011 Range Rover Sport HSE experienced a severe fuse box failure. Fuses F15, F18, and F20 melted, causing wiring damage and disabling multiple systems. This failure appears to be due to a design or manufacturing defect and poses a serious fire hazard, putting the vehicle and occupants at risk. Upon research, it appears that almost every Range Rover Sport (LR3/320) from 2010–2013 suffers from this issue, indicating a widespread, systemic problem rather than an isolated…

   NHTSA complaint #11715446 · source
3. Filed Jan 22, 2026MASuspension

   The fuel tank strap, also known as a fuel tank heat shield, protects the gas tank from debris during driving and off-road use. The original part number is WFN500021 which replaces WFI500053. Due to the metal chosen to make this shield, and the materials of other parts around it, it suffers from galvanic corrosion. As the tank shield starts to rust, that causes rust in other areas to start as well. The shield on my vehicle has probably about 30-40% of its original life left,…

   NHTSA complaint #11712607 · source
4. Filed Dec 4, 2025110,000 miWIBrakes

   The contact owns a 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended. In addition, the low brake fluid warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the brake pedal was dressed to the floorboard and then pumped several times before the vehicle stopped as needed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with…

   NHTSA complaint #11703002 · source
5. Filed Oct 22, 2025135,000 miMIBody & Structure

   The contact owns a 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the front cover on the spoiler detached and flew off the vehicle. The contact became aware that the spoiler cover had detached after arriving at the destination and parking the vehicle. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V623000 (Structure). The dealer was made aware of the failure and the open recall; however, the contact was…

   NHTSA complaint #11695027 · source
6. Filed Oct 12, 2025NYBody & StructureDriver Assistance & Safety Tech

   I was on the highway and the rear spoiler over the back window flew off with the camera installed in the spoiler. The rear camera no longer works as a result of the spoiler flying off the vehicle. I contacted Land Rover of Brooklyn and was informed that they will not make the repair or honor the recall.

   NHTSA complaint #11692950 · source
7. Filed Oct 11, 2025AZFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   Smell gasoline and gasoline on ground. Recall exists for fuel tank but informed my model is not covered but the flange must be damaged as car is currently leaking gas. Car is at Range Rover dealership who says not covered but their is an existing safety recall for my 2011 Range Rover Sports

   NHTSA complaint #11692767 · source
8. Filed Sep 6, 2024PAEngineTransmission & Drivetrain

   The car vibrates a lot. I bought this car 2 months ago and it's my first Land Rover. I loved the car. I want to use it to cross the United States and then take it to Europe. This year I want to do something different because I lost a son at the beginning of the year. I really need the car. I want to cross all of the United States by car. I need the car to be safe.

   NHTSA complaint #11612958 · source

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Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data, as of Oct 10, 2026. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology