2009 Land Rover LR2
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- Air bags · Power train
PRIORITY 1 - CRITICAL 1. Crash Input Sensor Issue (B10A2-00 - Permanent) Why: Permanent crash sensor fault may affect airbag deployment and safety systems
- Power train
Rear differential problems. Today august 8, 2020 I had to put my vehicle back in the shop and it's the same issue that I had a year ago. I had the same whirring noise and I was told it was my rear differential going out. Got it replaced on march 31, 2019. Fast forward to today same noise same…
Rear differential problems. Today august 8, 2020 I had to put my vehicle back in the shop and it's the same issue that I had a year ago. I had the same whirring noise and I was told it was my rear differential going out. Got it replaced on march 31, 2019. Fast forward to today same noise same issue. This has got to be a recall issue. Too too many complaints about this exact same issue. This IS not a reasonable fix and to have to get the same thing replaced again within a year, unacceptable. Something needs to be done.
- Power train
Rear differential failure before 60,000 miles. Makes noise while driving. Manufacturer has acknowledged design issue.
- Power train
Premature failure of bearings, races and gears in rear differential.
- Power train
Rear end of LR2 started to hum at 62,522 miles. Brought it to land rover dealership and they told me that it was the rear differential and the cost of replacement would be $3000.00 dollars. No vehicle should be this costly at so low mileage and after further research this seems to be a common…
Rear end of LR2 started to hum at 62,522 miles. Brought it to land rover dealership and they told me that it was the rear differential and the cost of replacement would be $3000.00 dollars. No vehicle should be this costly at so low mileage and after further research this seems to be a common problem that land rover will not fix. Definetly recall worthy as this IS not safe and could be a road hazard. Noise has loudend after a week.
- Power train
Rear differential IS shot under 75,000 miles
- Power train
My 2009 LR2 vin: (xxxxx) had 70K when purchased last year. The rear differential bearing has degraded/failed and it making this loud whine or humming noise. There are numerous voluntary recall bulletins #407296 IS for 2010 and was dated 8/3/15. No mention of LR2'S 2009 and older. It IS the same…
My 2009 LR2 vin: (xxxxx) had 70K when purchased last year. The rear differential bearing has degraded/failed and it making this loud whine or humming noise. There are numerous voluntary recall bulletins #407296 IS for 2010 and was dated 8/3/15. No mention of LR2'S 2009 and older. It IS the same issue. It IS a safety hazard and land rover should fix it. There are thousands in need of repair and some have had theirs repaired multiple times. Please help us. parts of this document have been redacted to protect personally identifiable information pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(B)(6).
- Power train
Worn bearings in rear differential at 65K miles. Began to make a humming sound which became progressively louder as it wore. The sound was the loudest between 30-55 mph. The differential had to be replaced.
- Electrical system
Continuing to have endless problems of the battery draining for unknown reasons. when the battery drains too low the vehicle then goes into "crash mode" and I have to have it towed and the computer flashed to have the codes reset or else it's not drivable. it's happened on multiple occasions since I have owned the vehicle.
- Power train
Second rear differential needing to be replaced after <24K miles. the first was replaced after 68K miles. there IS a loud grinding noise coming from the rear of the truck. took the vehicle to the dealership and they advised what I thought that it was. land rover will not stand behind the part, tells me that it IS over the 1 year warranty period. too much of this part going bad and an expensive replacement.
- Suspension
Rear differential, excessive noise resulting from design flaw well documented by land rover. Cost of repair unreasonably high and IS a source of financial abuse by repair facilities. Actual cost IS approximately $200 in parts and 5 hours labor. Repair facilities quotes range from $2,800 - $9,300 by ignoring any alternative to a complete replacement.
- Electronic stability control (esc) · Power train · Suspension
Rear differential - noticed that the vehicle had started to make humming noise and it seems the noise was coming from the rear of the vehicle. Land rover shop checked and said the noise IS coming from the tires. Replaced all 4 tires ($1500) and still the noise remained. Got it checked from two…
Rear differential - noticed that the vehicle had started to make humming noise and it seems the noise was coming from the rear of the vehicle. Land rover shop checked and said the noise IS coming from the tires. Replaced all 4 tires ($1500) and still the noise remained. Got it checked from two other land rover shops and both reached the same conclusion - rear differential / bearing failure!! My LR2 has never gone off-road. I called the land rover dealer and he quoted $8900 to replace the entire unit!! Unbelievable!! Online research shows this IS a very common problem LR2 owners are facing. Land rover must put a recall and fix this immediately to retain their reputation!!
- Electrical system · Power train · Suspension
I have 2009 LR2 with 93K miles on it. I got 130 multi point inspection by the honda dealer where I bought the car for the humming noise coming from the back. They gave me clean sheet with just 1 tire replacement needed. 1 week later I got the car checked by the land rover dealership and was told…
I have 2009 LR2 with 93K miles on it. I got 130 multi point inspection by the honda dealer where I bought the car for the humming noise coming from the back. They gave me clean sheet with just 1 tire replacement needed. 1 week later I got the car checked by the land rover dealership and was told its my rear differential which will cost north of $3K. I researched and come to know that there many people out there with this large cost problem with land rover... Why hasn't this been a part of recall??? I don't have $3K+ sitting around to address the problem. Please assist. Thank you *tr
- Power train
Noticed that the vehicle had started to make humming noise and it seems the noise was coming from the rear of the vehicle. Land rover shop checked and said the noise IS coming from the tires. Replaced all 4 tires ($1000) and still the noise remained. Got it checked from two other land rover shops…
Noticed that the vehicle had started to make humming noise and it seems the noise was coming from the rear of the vehicle. Land rover shop checked and said the noise IS coming from the tires. Replaced all 4 tires ($1000) and still the noise remained. Got it checked from two other land rover shops and both reached the same conclusion - read differential / bearing failure!! my LR2 has never gone off-road and the rear seats have been sparingly used. Called the land rover dealer and he quoted $8900 to replace the entire unit!! Unbelievable!! online research shows this IS a very common problem LR2 owners are facing. Land rover must put a recall and fix this immediately to retain their reputation!!
- Power train
Our LR2 has a failing rear differential which appears to be a common occurrence with LR2S. Danger of rear differential breaking/seizing and causing an accident. At present our drive train has a very loud and noticeable humming sound.
- Power train
The LR2 was driven by our daughter for several years, primarily highway mileage to and from college. In early 2015 the rover began to make a whining noise from the rear axle. over the course of two or three weeks the noise became progressively worse. after scheduling an appointment, land rover…
The LR2 was driven by our daughter for several years, primarily highway mileage to and from college. In early 2015 the rover began to make a whining noise from the rear axle. over the course of two or three weeks the noise became progressively worse. after scheduling an appointment, land rover indicated that we had a damaged rear differential that would need to be replaced for approximately $2500.00. I've owned a fair number of vehicles and do know a number of auto mechanics. no one seems to have ever heard of rear differential failing at approximately 50K miles. I pressed the service manager for an answer and he referred me to the main headquarters of land rover. they refused replacement under warranty and failed to provide adequate compensation for the repair. once again pressing the service manager, the option to repair and not fully replace the differential was offered with a 10% dealer discount. it IS apparent from google searches that this rear differential design flaw IS well known to land rover and could have been prevented through increased maintenance. it IS now a money maker for land rover on their lower end vehicles.
- Power train
Rear differential failure. *tr
- Power train
My 2009 land rover LR2, has sounded very loud while driving on the highway. I thought it may have just been a tire issue that they were old and needed rotated or replaced. While my car was in the shop for an alarm system repair the dealership did a multipoint inspection. They said nothing was…
My 2009 land rover LR2, has sounded very loud while driving on the highway. I thought it may have just been a tire issue that they were old and needed rotated or replaced. While my car was in the shop for an alarm system repair the dealership did a multipoint inspection. They said nothing was leaking or immediately wrong but I should get it back in for a more thorough inspection. I did and found my rear differential needs replaced. From researching I have found this his been a widespread and known issue dating back to the 2008 model. *tr
- Power train · Suspension
Rear differential went at 47K miles! Started hearing a humming noise on acceleration that progressively got worse over the next month. I researched the problem online, finding out that many people were experiencing the same thing around 50K miles and that it was the rear differential. I called land…
Rear differential went at 47K miles! Started hearing a humming noise on acceleration that progressively got worse over the next month. I researched the problem online, finding out that many people were experiencing the same thing around 50K miles and that it was the rear differential. I called land rover explaining the problem, but because I was no longer under warranty, I would be responsible for the entire cost. But before they could do anything, I needed to bring the car in and pay $125 so they could put the car on the lift and confirm it was in fact the rear differential. If it was the rear differential it would cost around $2500-3000! I explained that this issue IS well documented on the internet, in multiple land rover forums and for a majority of people it IS happening just after the warranty expires. They said there was noting they could do about it, the part has not been recalled. I ended up taking the car to a local mechanic, who confirmed the problem (for free!) and charged me $1800. He got the part from land rover, it cost 1250 and additional 100 for the fluid/oil that was needed, otherwise the 1 year warranty would be voided. Land rover you should be ashamed of yourself! The rear differential should not go on a 5 year old vehicle with only 47K miles! I only drive locally to and from work, and have never driven the vehicle off road! This should be covered. *tr
- Electrical system
I bought this car new in 2009 ( was used as a retired loaner for 4 months- had 7000 miles on it when bought) had this for 5 years now, IS a low mileage at 59000, would only use this to drive to and from work/home, did not ever engage in any off roading at all not once, had only used this terrain…
I bought this car new in 2009 ( was used as a retired loaner for 4 months- had 7000 miles on it when bought) had this for 5 years now, IS a low mileage at 59000, would only use this to drive to and from work/home, did not ever engage in any off roading at all not once, had only used this terrain response feature maybe few times in the last 2-3 winters ( when we had snow); all the sudden I noticed, a light saying terrain response system de-activated...i don't remember doing or pushing any button prior to the incident, so I brought my vehicle to land rover in orland park- they told me that the terrain response system had failed; they couldn't tell me what would cause such problem. the terrain response system IS not a wear and tear thing, it IS a safety feature that has failed for no apparent reason. I brought up a case to the head office of land rover of america and they refuse to look further into this problem, such a disappointment; land rover IS over-rated, I will never buy another one again. *tr
- Tires · Wheels
While driving my 2009 land rover LR2 on the highway, my tire blew out. upon investigation, the tire pressure monitoring system - that came with the car, installed by land rover - had corroded and caused the tire to collapse. this was very dangerous as my tire went from full to empty at a high…
While driving my 2009 land rover LR2 on the highway, my tire blew out. upon investigation, the tire pressure monitoring system - that came with the car, installed by land rover - had corroded and caused the tire to collapse. this was very dangerous as my tire went from full to empty at a high rate of speed. I replaced the tire and TPMS. a few months later, the same thing happened while again driving at a high speed on the highway. I lost control of the vehicle and fortunately was able to pull over without incident. upon investigation, all three remaining land rover TPMS had corroded and while one had collapsed, the other two were vulnerable. we were very fortunate that no one was injured. this IS a very serious, dangerous issue. land rover should be taking responsibility, protecting its' drivers and passengers, and issuing a recall. *tr
- Power train
At approximately 64000 miles my 2009 land rover LR2 rear differential failed. I noticed a loud, high pitched, humming sound while traveling at high speeds. this sound progressively got worse. it IS so loud now that you cannot talk at a normal level while the car IS moving. land rover diagnosed…
At approximately 64000 miles my 2009 land rover LR2 rear differential failed. I noticed a loud, high pitched, humming sound while traveling at high speeds. this sound progressively got worse. it IS so loud now that you cannot talk at a normal level while the car IS moving. land rover diagnosed this issue and confirmed the problem. there IS a technical bulletin that lr has distributed to address this issue. they are aware of it and are not offering customers any compensation. this problem IS pervasive throughout this model year and 2008 LR2S - land rover should be taking responsibility for the issue, recalling those cars affected, and protecting their drivers. *tr
- Power train › Driveline › Differential unit
TL* the contact owns a 2009 land rover LR2. the contact stated that while driving approximately 60 mph, the vehicle emitted a humming noise which became louder during higher speeds. the problem recurred multiple times. the vehicle was taken to a dealer. the technician diagnosed that the rear…
TL* the contact owns a 2009 land rover LR2. the contact stated that while driving approximately 60 mph, the vehicle emitted a humming noise which became louder during higher speeds. the problem recurred multiple times. the vehicle was taken to a dealer. the technician diagnosed that the rear differential malfunctioned and needed to be repaired. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure and the approximate failure mileage was 58,000.
- Electrical system · Engine
2ND complaint! See nhtsa ID number: 10471434. Ref service bulletin no.: tb-0081, engine vent hose coolant leak.coolant leak caused the failure of the alternator again, this time leaving my child stranded on the side of the road! Gulf coast land rover repaired the leak and alternator in 2012 at a…
2ND complaint! See nhtsa ID number: 10471434. Ref service bulletin no.: tb-0081, engine vent hose coolant leak.coolant leak caused the failure of the alternator again, this time leaving my child stranded on the side of the road! Gulf coast land rover repaired the leak and alternator in 2012 at a cost of $1122. But, did not fix the problem so here I go again! I will have to pay to tow the vehicle in for repair and land rover will charge me a bloody fortune to replace the defective vent hose (and alternator) that damaged the alternator with another hose that will eventually fail! *tr
- Tires › Pressure monitoring and regulating systems · Wheels
TPMS sensor / valve stem made of aluminum type metal. Cracked in half and fell out due to corrosion. Resulted in immediate flat tire which needed to be replaced due to ride on damage. Both wife and kids stranded in car until I could change to spare. Both land rover and dealer in edison deny knowing…
TPMS sensor / valve stem made of aluminum type metal. Cracked in half and fell out due to corrosion. Resulted in immediate flat tire which needed to be replaced due to ride on damage. Both wife and kids stranded in car until I could change to spare. Both land rover and dealer in edison deny knowing anything about this failure and insist it IS the first of it's kind. I find that hard to believe. They should pay for a new tire and 4 new sensors to be installed. This IS dangerous and needs to be addressed. *tr
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10239284The customer reports a whine/ humming noise while driving - Freelander 2 / LR2 and Evoque only.
- 10239282The gearshift interlock button inoperative or spring has come adrift (See Attached)
- 10224520Technical Bulletin: Transmission Fault - Tr action Reduced' Message Displayed
- 10224497Technical Bulletin: Flat Battery
- 10214042Technical Bulletin: Transmission Fault - Tr action Reduced' Message Displayed
- 10214019Technical Bulletin: Flat Battery
- 10214018Technical Bulletin: Squeaks & Rattles Kit Availability
- 10212852Fuel Level and Fuel Pump supply related SPA Pinpoint Test Enhancements.
- 10206635Software Update.
- 10204789Technical Bulletin: Alarm False Activation / 'Hood Open' Message Displayed on Instrument Cluster
- 10204737Technical Bulletin: Fuel Gauge Operation Inaccuate
- 10204716Technical Bulletin: Fuel Gauge Operation Inaccuate
- 10204715Technical Bulletin: Fuel Gauge Operation /DTC U0128-00 Stored
- 10189225When attempting to update the Navigation maps to a newer level the update fails and the Navigation becomes either slow to respond or no functionality at all.
- 10186743RESCINDED - Windshield Wiper Noise / Judder / Streak - RESCINDED
- 10182154The front and/or rear parking aid system may be inoperative.
- 10177599These SKUs are Exhaust Manifolds with Catalytic Converters. The customer communication requested return of unsold inventory due to a loss of CARB certification. These SKUs can no longer be sold as they do not meet CARB standards, but parts on vehicles are not effected.
- 10177598These SKUs are Exhaust Manifolds with Catalytic Converters. The customer communication requested return of unsold inventory due to a loss of CARB certification. These SKUs can no longer be sold as they do not meet CARB standards, but parts on vehicles are not effected.
- 10146152Issue: Customers / Dealers may report a concern with the condition of Seat Covers
- 10146148Issue: This SSM is to support the description provided in Technical Bulletin LTB00631 for compact key low level repair.
- 10145631Issue: Customers / Dealers may report a concern with the condition of Seat Covers
- 10145627Issue: This SSM is to support the description provided in Technical Bulletin LTB00631 for compact key low level repair.
- 10142770Issue: The wrong component maybe replaced when troubleshooting Bluetooth connectivity in car.
- 10142767Issue: The Touch Screen (TS) also known as Front Control Display Interface Module (FCDIM) or High Level Display Front (HLDF) on occasions may fail to download software correctly resulting in no communications with the module and blank screen.
- 10134903Customers report the ECO Stop/Start is not working. Retailers are testing the primary battery using the Midtronics EXP-1080 tester which is reporting the battery is serviceable. The vehicle then returns with the same Customer concern of ECO Stop/Start inoperative. If a Midtronics GRX-3080 is used, the primary battery fails the test. Replacement of the primary battery resolves the concern.
- 10134896The steering wheel may exhibit a vibration / shimmy while driving.
- 10127529When attempting to update the Navigation maps to a newer level the update fails and the Navigation becomes either slow to respond or no functionality at all.
- 10127510Issue: Unable to resolve all customer concerns after successful recharge of a vehicle's primary or secondary battery.
- 10125267Presentation from Dealer Shop Foreman Conference Call
- 10116190Situation: The steering wheel may exhibit a vibration / shimmy while driving.
- 10106362"Issue customers / dealers may report a concern with the condition of seat covers cause lack of understand of leather as a natural product and the conditions it may cause."
- 10106346"Issue: land rover dealers / customers may report that the hood / bonnet 'open' messsage IS illiminated in the instrument pack even though the hood / bonnet IS closed cause: there IS a potential that an internal spring could become dislodged"
- 10106103"Should a vehicle have black spots identified on the front grille, please carry out the following repair procedure (see attachment ""img_2720"")."
- 10106053"Issue: withdrawal of technical service bulletin (ltb00833v2) relating to tailgate switch malfunction. Cause: part supply constraints."
- 10106052"Issue: L538 & L359 halogen bulb(s) blowing within the 12 month warranty of the bulb. Halogen bulb - lr044458. Cause: ltb00841 has been temporarily removed from topix in order to procure sufficient parts from jlr suppliers - parts are due to be made available to markets in week 4 of 2016, upon which, the bulletin will be released for publication."
- 10106024"Re-issued dec 2015 issue: excessive rumble/humming noise or high pitched whine coming form the rear of the vehicle cause: root cause, pinion tail bearing spalling caused by subsurface material deformation. Cause of subsurface deformation IS static overload."
- 10106022"Re-issued dec 2015 issue: brake caliper discolouration. Cause: damage to the caliper finish while cleaning the vehicle and, or the road wheels"
- 10106021"Re-issued dec 2015 issue: when completing a repair on components in the power assisted steering system, debris may be found within the power steering fluid system which could lead to system contamination and a deterioration in system performance. Cause: internal debris from a suspected component malfunction may result in the power steering fluid becoming contaminated."
- 10106020"Re-issued dec 2015 a large number of oxygen sensors that have been replaced in the north american market have been returned to the supplier (denso) to investigate for possible defects."
- 10106019"Re-issued dec 2015. Should a vehicle have black spots identified on the front grille please carry out the following repair procedure."
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