2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport steering problems

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

24 owners have reported steering problems with the 2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, 36% of all complaints about this model year. The typical problem appeared around 92,000 mi.

Steering complaints
24
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Related recalls
1
Median mileage
92,000 mi

Specific components reported

Steering covers: Power steering, steering column and wheel, loss of steering assist.

ComponentComplaints
Steering24

Steering complaints across Land Rover Range Rover Sport years

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Steering complaints by model year. The 2016 is highlighted.

Mileage when the problem appeared

Under 10k10k–30k430k–60k460k–100k4100k–150k3150k+
Complaints that list mileage, grouped by odometer reading.

Related recalls

  • Recall 25V514000Aug 8, 2025121,509 vehicles
    STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM

    Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Range Rover and Range Rover Sport vehicles. The front suspension upper knuckle joint may crack, which can result in suspension arm detachment.

    Risk: Suspension arm detachment can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the front suspension knuckles and install a retaining bracket or replace the knuckle, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 11, 2026. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's numbers for this recall are D019, N759, D041, and D027. This recall expands and replaces previous NHTSA recall number 24V840.

What owners say

  1. Filed Aug 17, 2026GASteering
    The contact owns a 2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V514000 (Steering); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted three times, and each time parts were not available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue; however, it could not provide an ETA for when parts…
    NHTSA complaint #11757386 · source
  2. Filed Jul 28, 2026NCSteering
    The contact owns a 2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V514000 (Steering); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a…
    NHTSA complaint #11753236 · source
  3. Filed Jun 23, 202692,000 miCABody & StructureSteering
    The contact owns a 2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact stated that while driving 2 MPH in the driveway, the rear latch opened unexpectedly. The trunk ajar message was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer to be repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V514000 (Steering) and 19V390000 (Latches/Locks/Linkages). The contact was informed that the parts were not yet available. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted.…
    NHTSA complaint #11745910 · source
  4. Filed Jun 22, 2026130,000 miINSteering
    The contact owns a 2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the suspension fault warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with a failed front knuckle and suspension failure. The dealer confirmed that the failure was consistent with an unrepaired recall repair. The contact was informed that parts were unavailable. The dealer was contacted several times, but the contact was…
    NHTSA complaint #11745713 · source
  5. Filed Apr 20, 202658,000 miILEngineSteering
    The contact owns a 2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact stated that there was a slight shaking coming from the steering while driving at various speeds. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact was concerned about driving the vehicle. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V514000 (Steering). The local dealer was contacted, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted on three occasions, but…
    NHTSA complaint #11732452 · source
  6. Filed Mar 10, 2026FLSteeringSuspension
    I am filing a complaint regarding an unresolved safety recall affecting my 2016 Range Rover Sport TDV6, VIN: [XXX] . This vehicle is subject to Recall D019 (NHTSA Recall 25V-514). Despite the recall being issued, I have contacted the dealership multiple times and have repeatedly been told that the remedy or required parts are not yet available. There has been no clear timeline provided for when the repair will be available. Both the front and rear components associated with…
    NHTSA complaint #11723457 · source
  7. Filed Mar 2, 2026163,000 miOHSteeringSuspension
    The contact owns a 2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact stated that the suspension warning lights were intermittently flashing. The contact was notified about NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V514000 (Steering); during a State Inspection. The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were on backorder. The contact called two other dealers, Land Rover Dublin (5775 Venture Dr Ste B, Dublin, OH 43017), and Land Rover Easton (3867 Morse Rd Suite L, Columbus, OH…
    NHTSA complaint #11721342 · source
  8. Filed Jan 27, 2026170,000 miCOSteering
    The contact owns a 2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V514000 (STEERING); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while the brake pedal was depressed, there was an abnormal grinding sound coming from the front passenger’s side of the vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated. The dealer was contacted and confirmed that the part was not yet available. Most…
    NHTSA complaint #11713684 · source
  9. Filed Jan 16, 202650,000 miVASteering
    The contact owns a 2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V514000 (STEERING); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact indicated that the vehicle…
    NHTSA complaint #11711343 · source
  10. Filed Jan 13, 2026115,000 miMNBody & StructureSteering
    The contact owns a 2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact stated that the rear passenger side door failed to close after repeated attempts to securely close the door. Upon investigation, the contact discovered Manufacturer Recall Number: N986 (Latches/Locks/Linkages) and NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V514000 (Steering); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The local dealer was made aware of the issue, and an appointment was scheduled for the…
    NHTSA complaint #11710648 · source
  11. Filed Jan 12, 2026GASteering
    The contact owns a 2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V514000 (STEERING); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, an abnormal sound was coming from the vehicle while turning to the left or the right. In addition, the vehicle was vibrating abnormally. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an…
    NHTSA complaint #11710442 · source
  12. Filed Dec 12, 2025103,381 miNVTowedSteering
    The contact owns a 2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle. Additionally, the contact stated that the front driver's side of the vehicle had lowered unexpectedly, and the vehicle drove unsteadily. The vehicle was driven back to the residence. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for inspection. The contact was informed that an unknown part underneath the…
    NHTSA complaint #11704681 · source

Other 2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport problem areas

  • Engine (14)
  • Suspension (11)
  • Other / Unknown (7)
  • Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion (6)
  • Body & Structure (6)
  • Airbags (5)
  • Electrical System (4)
  • Driver Assistance & Safety Tech (2)
  • Transmission & Drivetrain (2)
  • Lighting (1)
  • Seats & Seat Belts (1)

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Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. 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