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2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport recalls & problems

The 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has 2 safety recalls and 63 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is structure (25 complaints).

Recalls2safety recalls
Complaints63filed by owners
Crashes · fires2 · 1reported in complaints
Injuries · deaths1 · 0reported in complaints

Safety recalls

Fuel system, gasolineAug 12, 2021

Delivery › Fuel pump › Mounting plate/flange

Recall 21V635000111,746 vehiclesopened after NHTSA action (ODI)

Problem
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.
Fix
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.

Components: Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump › Mounting plate/flange; Fuel system, gasoline

StructureOct 8, 2020

Body

Recall 20V62300021,834 vehiclesopened after NHTSA action (ODI)

Problem
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.
Fix
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.

Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.

Crash test ratings

2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport SUV 4WD

OverallNot Rated
Frontal crashNot Rated
Side crashNot Rated
RolloverNot Rated

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program). Ratings are comparable only between vehicles of similar size and weight, and ratings from 2011 on use tougher tests than earlier years. Photos: NHTSA.

Fuel economy

Range Rover Sport

15mpg combined
City / highway13 / 18 mpg
FuelPremium Gasoline

5 L · 8 cyl · Automatic (S6) · 4-Wheel Drive · about $5,500/year to fuel

Range Rover Sport

14mpg combined
City / highway12 / 17 mpg
FuelPremium Gasoline

5 L · 8 cyl · Automatic (S6) · 4-Wheel Drive · about $5,850/year to fuel

EPA estimates from fueleconomy.gov for each engine and transmission sold. Annual cost is the EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year at its current fuel and electricity price assumptions. Your results will vary.

What owners report

Problem areaComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesTypical mileage*
StructureBody; Body › Tailgate › Hinge and attachments2510077,000 mi
Fuel system, gasolineDelivery › Fuel pump › Mounting plate/flange; Storage › Tank assembly › Filler pipe and cap11000133,000 mi
Fuel/propulsion system1000090,000 mi
Engine8000102,000 mi
Suspension4000—
Power train3101—
Unknown or other3000—
Engine and engine cooling2010—
Steering2000—
Electrical system2000—
Service brakes2000—
Air bags2101—

*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.

Recent owner complaints

Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.

NHTSA defect investigations