2008 Land Rover Range Rover
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Recalls
3 recalls name the 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. Newest first.
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2012 Land Rover Range Rover vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan) and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A."…
Risk and remedy
Risk
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag assemblies, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2017. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is P082.
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 Land Rover Range Rover vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin…
Risk and remedy
Risk
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag assemblies, free of charge. The recall began March 2017. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is P081.
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2006-2012 Land Rover Range Rover vehicles manufactured April 15, 2005, to September 4, 2012. One or both of the flexible front brake hoses may rupture causing loss of brake fluid.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If one or both of the flexible brake hoses fails, the vehicle may require a longer distance to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left and right front brake hoses, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2015. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is P054.
Owner complaints
30 complaints1 involved a crash1 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Air bags · Suspension
Bought a SUV from a car lot was told the only problem it had was the o2 sensor needed to be changed test drive was good so had it a few days driving it got to be extremely bouncy ended up taking to my mechanic he said the struts are worn down nothing left on them the suspension was bad and the axles can snap anytime from how bad it bounces and said the airbag sensors are out
- Structure › Body › Door › Hinge and attachments
The contact owns a 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. The contact stated that while entering the front passenger side of the vehicle and using the passenger side hand grip, the hand grip fractured. Due to the failure, the contact fell backwards out of the vehicle and landed on her head and back. With the…
The contact owns a 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. The contact stated that while entering the front passenger side of the vehicle and using the passenger side hand grip, the hand grip fractured. Due to the failure, the contact fell backwards out of the vehicle and landed on her head and back. With the assistance of another pedestrian and her husband, the contact was taken to the hospital where a cat scan revealed internal bleeding around her head; the contact was able to be released the same day. Since the accident, the contact has had soreness and pain to both hands, back, neck and hip. The contact called the dealer where she was informed that the hand grips were not used for assistance into the vehicle but only for going over bumps in the road. The contact stated that she then read the owners manual and none of that information was listed. The manufacturer had yet to be notified of the failure. The vehicle had yet to be repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 92,000.
- Service brakes
TL* the contact owns a 2008 land rover range rover. The contact stated that after picking up her vehicle from land rover north haven (1700 boston post rd, guilford, ct 06437, (203) 453-7060) the brakes malfunctioned. The contact stated that the fluids were inspected along with the tires and brakes.…
TL* the contact owns a 2008 land rover range rover. The contact stated that after picking up her vehicle from land rover north haven (1700 boston post rd, guilford, ct 06437, (203) 453-7060) the brakes malfunctioned. The contact stated that the fluids were inspected along with the tires and brakes. The contact was informed that the front brakes needed to be replaced. The contact authorized the repairs. The contact stated that on the same day the brakes started to malfunction causing difficulty in slowing the vehicle. The contact stated that while driving in the city, the brake pedal was depressed and the vehicle failed to stop. The contact downshifted and pumped the brakes with the brake failure warning light illuminated. The vehicle was slowed and stopped using the parking brakes. The contact stated that the brake fluid reservoir was empty. The vehicle was towed back to the same dealer to be diagnosed. The vehicle was diagnosed with total brake failure. After approximately a month, the vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 97,000.
- Power train
My wife came to a complete stop at a stop sign. When she tried to pull off, the vehicle refused to move. Two good samaritans pushed her into a parking lot. Had this happened on the interstate, it could have caused an accident. Inspection a few days later revealed rusted and stripped splines on the…
My wife came to a complete stop at a stop sign. When she tried to pull off, the vehicle refused to move. Two good samaritans pushed her into a parking lot. Had this happened on the interstate, it could have caused an accident. Inspection a few days later revealed rusted and stripped splines on the transmission output shaft and transfer case mating part. During my research, I found that this IS a fairly common problem caused by electrolytic migration due to a lack of grease on the mating parts during assembly. Please note the absolutely clean areas of the transmission and transfer case apart from the rust dislodged during disassembly.
- Service brakes · Vehicle speed control
On four different occasions over the course of about 10 years, with foot pressing hard on brake toward bottom left side of the brake, the car accelerated. first time, I was at an atm. foot was on the brake. I was leaning out the window getting money out of the atm and the car accelerated. a…
On four different occasions over the course of about 10 years, with foot pressing hard on brake toward bottom left side of the brake, the car accelerated. first time, I was at an atm. foot was on the brake. I was leaning out the window getting money out of the atm and the car accelerated. a loud noise of it ramping up and then it jolted forward. I immediately sat back straight in the car keeping my foot on the brake. within about 3 feet the car stopped. second time was at a fast food restaurant. leaning out to get the food, the car accelerated. Made the loud ramping up sound. jerked forward and immediately stopped. third time, at a pharmacy drive through, leaning out to get the medications, foot on the brake. car accelerated. loud ramping up noise. lunged forward about 2 feet then stopped. most recent time, I was getting a ticket at a parking garage gate. leaned out to press the button to get the ticket. 100% positive my foot was on the brake. pressed hard on the bottom left side of the brake so as to not slip. the car made the ramping up sound, then accelerated. when I heard the noise, I immediately sat straight and kept my foot on the brake the entire time. it went about 15 feet without stopping - the entire length of the gate bent and then scrapped down the side of my car. (tried hard to drive around it after it bent). I released the brake and then pressed it again and the car stopped. I was able to park it in a parking space immediately in front maybe 100 yards away. I took it to the dealer after the last incident. they were unable to replicate the issue. they insisted my foot must have pressed the accelerator or the carpet must have been pushed up under the accelerator (the car has rubber matts, there IS no carpet) as a work around, I now always put it in park with the emergency brake on whenever I'm at a drive through.
- Power train
I was traveling down the interstate during rush hour, approximately 75 mph keeping up with the flow of traffic. When the vehicle acted as if it went into neutral. I was able to get the SUV to the side of the road without causing any accidents. When I tried to place the vehicle in park it made a…
I was traveling down the interstate during rush hour, approximately 75 mph keeping up with the flow of traffic. When the vehicle acted as if it went into neutral. I was able to get the SUV to the side of the road without causing any accidents. When I tried to place the vehicle in park it made a grinding sound and began to roll backwards. I then applied the emergency brake on to keep it in place. I had it towed to my house, and at a later date during inspection of the drive train I had noticed that the left drivers side trans axle had separated from the front differential of my range rover. At that point I realized how lucky I was to not have been evolved in any sort of major collision. I began to do a little research and read of many similar cases that involved the front wheels locking up at highway speeds. I am so grateful that did not happen in my case, because I was traveling on a busy stretch of interstate during rush hour. I later contacted land rover USA to file a recall claim, and they informed that there was not any safety recall for this model year and part.
- Air bags · Unknown or other
Brought my car for an urgent airbag safety recall matter solicited by land rover and the nhtsa described as a matter that "can cause serious injury or death". Scheduled appointment two weeks in advance and was assured orally and in writing that "if required (the business will) provide a loaner…
Brought my car for an urgent airbag safety recall matter solicited by land rover and the nhtsa described as a matter that "can cause serious injury or death". Scheduled appointment two weeks in advance and was assured orally and in writing that "if required (the business will) provide a loaner vehicle for free". I arrived on time to my appointment and was told that no loaners are available. I have scheduled several appointments for today basing on the fact that I will have a vehicle, I took time off from work and I invested time and money to drive to solon for the safety recall appointment. I would like to receive a written apology from mr ralph lombardi or whoever scheduled this appointment and wasted my time and money. And I would like to know how IS this matter going to be remedied. IS there compensation for my aggravation? IS there a consequence for this unprofessional business practice?
- Service brakes
TL* the contact owns a 2008 land rover range rover. The contact stated that the vehicle began to leak brake fluid. The fluid continued to leak over time and would not stop. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was towed to knoxville land rover (10215 parkside dr, knoxville, tn…
TL* the contact owns a 2008 land rover range rover. The contact stated that the vehicle began to leak brake fluid. The fluid continued to leak over time and would not stop. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was towed to knoxville land rover (10215 parkside dr, knoxville, tn 37922, (865) 777-3000), but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 102,000.
- Air bags
TL* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 land rover range rover. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v374000 (air bags); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall…
TL* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 land rover range rover. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v374000 (air bags); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The ranger rover dealer (holmes european motors, 1221 e bert kouns industrial loop suite a, shreveport, la 71105, (318) 212-1300) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. The contact had not experienced a failure.
- Power train
Front end differential locked up on the interstate without warning. Front tires will not turn and are completely locked up. This would have been a wreck if there were other drivers on the road at the same time. Had it towed to a service shop, and a mechanic said the front end differential IS completely blown up and should be a factory recall.
- Fuel/propulsion system
I am writing to alert you to a serious potential safety design problem that caused a slow leak in the fuel line system with my 2008 range rover hse and to ask for your help for further potential fire hazard investigation. the aluminum metal design of the fuel rail developed a seal leak in the…
I am writing to alert you to a serious potential safety design problem that caused a slow leak in the fuel line system with my 2008 range rover hse and to ask for your help for further potential fire hazard investigation. the aluminum metal design of the fuel rail developed a seal leak in the damper that caused a slow fuel leak that I only noticed recently as I was watching my wife back the vehicle down the driveway. I walked over, touched the liquid and smelled it to verify in fact that it was a fuel leak. It was clear that the leak had been there for quite a while but went undetected due to lack of fuel vapor entering the interior of the car or detection by any of the vehicles safety/warning systems. Apparently, the vehicle was not designed to detect or alert for small but steady fuel system leaks. I took the vehicle to a land rover dealership where it was diagnosed with a fuel rail damper seal failure. vehicle was repaired but what's more troubling IS that they replaced the part 'in kind' with no design improvement
- Air bags
Takata recall..i received a letter from jaguar land rover north america re: the safety recall P081: takata passenger airbags informing me components are available to replace the airbags for my 2008 range rover. however, when I contacted my land rover retailer (land rover sacramento) I was told that they had no inventory available until september or august 2017 and could not accommodate me in the meantime.
- Air bags
TL* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 land rover range rover. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 17v015000 (air bags) and stated that the part was not available within a reasonable time frame to schedule the recall repair. The dealer did not give a specific date for…
TL* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 land rover range rover. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 17v015000 (air bags) and stated that the part was not available within a reasonable time frame to schedule the recall repair. The dealer did not give a specific date for when the part would become available. The manufacturer would not provide a loaner vehicle until the parts become available. The manufacturer could not provide an estimated date for when the contact's vehicle would receive the recall repair. The contact stated that the air bag indicator randomly illuminated. The failure mileage was unknown. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
- Air bags
Takata recall - no dealer in my area, within driving distance
- Air bags
Takata recall. This has been in effect since last summer. range rover has not made any attempt to remedy problem and I am driving around everyday with an eminent danger to me and my family. I have made numerous calls to dealership as well as range rover headquarters in nj to no avail. I was…
Takata recall. This has been in effect since last summer. range rover has not made any attempt to remedy problem and I am driving around everyday with an eminent danger to me and my family. I have made numerous calls to dealership as well as range rover headquarters in nj to no avail. I was treated rudely at the headquarters and told that there was nothing that could be done and no promise of remedy in the future. I think this IS outrageous and should require your attention. I will take this to the media if I do not receive some kind of action.
- Air bags
Landrover IS not notifying the owners of affected vehicles on the takata airbag recall. They say ' they are not having any problems' don't be concerned - they will notify owner when the have parts. This IS taking way too long! *tr
- Air bags
TL* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 land rover range rover. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v374000 (air bags), but the part was unavailable for months. The dealer was contacted several times, but was unable to provide a reasonable time frame as to when the…
TL* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 land rover range rover. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v374000 (air bags), but the part was unavailable for months. The dealer was contacted several times, but was unable to provide a reasonable time frame as to when the vehicle would be repaired. The manufacturer could not provide an estimated date for when the vehicle would receive the recall repair. The contact was not experiencing a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
- Air bags · Service brakes
TL* the contact owns a 2008 land rover L322 (na). The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign numbers: 15v039000 (service brakes, hydraulic) and 16v374000 (air bags). The parts needed for the repair were not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of…
TL* the contact owns a 2008 land rover L322 (na). The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign numbers: 15v039000 (service brakes, hydraulic) and 16v374000 (air bags). The parts needed for the repair were not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect and vin tool confirms parts not available.
- Air bags
Dash board starting cracking perfectly around where the airbag IS located in dashboard. My car IS kept in covered garage to my house.
- Air bags
TL* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 land rover range rover. The contact was unable to trade in the vehicle because it was included in nhtsa campaign number: 16v374000 (air bags). The part for the repair was unavailable. The manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall…
TL* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 land rover range rover. The contact was unable to trade in the vehicle because it was included in nhtsa campaign number: 16v374000 (air bags). The part for the repair was unavailable. The manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available. updated 09/06/16*lj updated 09/08/16.*jb
- Air bags
I have looked at blogs on the internet. this seems to be a recurring problem. The dashboard IS now split on both sides of the passenger airbag. it cannot be repaired because it might affect the integrity of the airbag. this feels unsafe to me since I feel that the air bag could deploy at any time without impact.
- Seat belts
The seatbelt will not engage and lock which renders the equipment inoperable and a safety liability.
- Service brakes, hydraulic
2008 land rover range rover. consumer writes in regards to front brake hose recall notice repairs. *smd the dealer found the right front brake hose blown and leaking. the consumer submitted receipts for reimbursement, after receiving recall # 15v039000. *Jb
- Suspension
TL* the contact owns a 2008 land rover range rover. While driving approximately 15 mph, the driver side suspension suddenly lowered and the "faulty suspension" sensor light illuminated. The passenger side suspension also suddenly lowered. While driving the vehicle with the lowered suspension, the…
TL* the contact owns a 2008 land rover range rover. While driving approximately 15 mph, the driver side suspension suddenly lowered and the "faulty suspension" sensor light illuminated. The passenger side suspension also suddenly lowered. While driving the vehicle with the lowered suspension, the vehicle would bounce up and down and was very unstable. The cause of the failure was not diagnosed. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 65,000.
- Service brakes
The front right brake line split and all the break fluid drained out causing the brakes to fail. The car was towed to a land rover dealer. In speaking with the dealer, there IS no service directive by lr to replace the brakelines at some point. I spoke to lr today and they told me that after…
The front right brake line split and all the break fluid drained out causing the brakes to fail. The car was towed to a land rover dealer. In speaking with the dealer, there IS no service directive by lr to replace the brakelines at some point. I spoke to lr today and they told me that after warranty its the owners problem to monitor the car. The dealer also noted that another lr model, the sport, there IS a maintenance directive to replace the brake hoses at 75,000 miles. obviously, this IS a very serious issue. Someone could have been injured or killed. This car has been under dealer care since it was purchased. Brake lines should not fail these days. *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.
- 10224567Technical Bulletin: Windshiefld Wiper Noise/Judder/Streak
- 10224513Technical Bulletin: Loss of Customer Radio/Clock Preferences with Different Keys.
- 10224499Technical Bulletin: Wheel/Tire Balancing and Optimization
- 10224475Technical Bulletin: Steering Column Issues Requiring Replacement
- 10214089Technical Bulletin: Windshiefld Wiper Noise/Judder/Streak
- 10214035Technical Bulletin: Loss of Customer Radio/Clock Preferences with Different Keys.
- 10214021Technical Bulletin: Wheel/Tire Balancing and Optimization
- 10214018Technical Bulletin: Squeaks & Rattles Kit Availability
- 10213997Technical Bulletin: Steering Column Issues Requiring Replacement
- 10206635Software Update.
- 10206634Air Conditioning compressors premature failure due to incorrect run in procedure
- 10206633Software Update.
- 10206618Oil leak from transfer case output flange - 2008 to 2010 model year
- 10204818Technical Bulletin: Door Mirror Judders During Powerfold Operation
- 10204746Technical Bulletin: Front Air Spring - Lower-Level Repair Kit
- 10204713Technical Bulletin: CD Player Pauses/Locks Up
- 10142770Issue: The wrong component maybe replaced when troubleshooting Bluetooth connectivity in car.
- 10136669The 'Service Required' warning text will not appear on the Instrument Cluster (IC) if a vehicle has reached its service point.
- 10134896The steering wheel may exhibit a vibration / shimmy while driving.
- 10134881Issue: Powertrain Transmission Module Learn Adaption routine has been instated on SDD/Pathfinder.
- 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."
- 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."
- 10105863"Issue the wrong component maybe replaced when troubleshooting bluetooth connectivity in car. Cause the front control display interface module(touchscreen) has no effect on bluetooth connectivity in the car and as such may be incorrectly diagnosed and replaced as the source of the issue."
- 10105723"Situation: the windshield wipers may make a squeak noise, judder, or streak the windshield. Cause: this may be caused by a build-up of dirt and grease on the surface of the windshield glass."
- 10105538"Issue: a customer may report a concern that when the vehicle IS started there IS no cabin audio at all from any sources. If the nav button IS pressed a 2-5 second period of am/ fm radio can be heard and then returns back to no audio. Issue will only self-recover after an ignition cycle. Cause: currently under analysis."
- 10105466"Issue over half of failed radio head units or separate cd players are found to have been loaded with incorrect media which IS not compatible with land rover infotainment systems. Cause this IS to make you aware of the types of media that may cause the unit to fail with the customer."
- 10105425"Situation: the roof opening panel motor may not operate. Service part egq000010 uses a motor that at 2010 model year was changed to a webasto motor (along with further harness changes). The supersession IS not backwards compatible and the original part IS no longer available to order. Cause: this may be caused by a faulty roof opening panel motor."
- 10105410"Situation: the transmission malfunction indicator lamp (mil) may be illuminated and diagnostic trouble codes (dtc) p0729 to p0735, p0783, and p2702 to p2704 are stored in the transmission control module (tcm). Cause: this may be caused by wear of the stator lead-free bush causing a loss of pressure to the e-clutch."
- 10105405"Issue only applicable to software versions 30.3 (gen 3) fk72-14c104-af and 29.3 (gen 2) dpla-14c104-ag when checking for fault codes logged in the kvm (keyless vehicle module) also known as the rfa (remote function actuator) f000-63/u3000-63, control module - circuit/ component protection time-out IS logged. Cause this dtc IS set when the kvm has gone through a self reset"
- 10104241"Issue: customer complains of damage/marking on the surface of the vehicles instrument pack lens. Cause: damage/marking caused by object impact against the lens. Staining/discoloration contamination caused by using any type of cleaning product on lens. Important: owners handbook specifies to clean with a lightly moistened cloth and do not use chemical agents or domestic cleaners action where a customer concern IS reported, please order the lens kit for the relevant model"
- 10104201"Issue over half of failed radio head units or separate cd players are found to have been loaded with incorrect media which IS not compatible with land rover infotainment systems. Cause this IS to make you aware of the types of media that may cause the unit to fail with the customer. They are copy control compact discs (cccd) recordable compact discs (cd-r) rewritable compact discs (cd-rw) eco discs, which are very thin, only 0.6MM. Please refer to attachment for examples of discs that are known to have caused damage."
- 10103361"Situation: this IS an information only bulletin to aid in the diagnosis of hydraulic power steering issues. Action: when diagnosing customer concerns relating to the hydraulic power steering system, refer to the service information below."
- 10102683"Issue: reports have been received of engine damage occurring, which IS caused by the use of non-approved engine induction / fuel injection cleaning equipment or materials. This includes, but IS not limited to, ""vacu-flush"" type equipment. Cause: the use of non-approved equipment can cause the engines to hydro-lock, or cause other engine damage, and sometimes the only possible repair IS to replace the engine."
- 10102124"Situation: the steering column may require replacement due to certain issues or damage. Cause: this may be caused by one or more of the following: inoperative tilt mechanism; steering column lock mechanism issue; reach spindle thread damage; and/or rotational 'click' noises attributed to internal steering column bearings."
- 10102101"Issue: discoloration or peeling of the front or rear land rover or range rover badge"
- 10102081"Issue: jaguar land rover have been made aware of concern with symptom driven diagnostics (sdd) on dvd 139 where you are unable to select the model year after the vehicle identification number (vin) read. Cause: the concern was identified as a corrupted java component. This has now been resolved with the latest update."
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