2003 Land Rover Discovery II engine problems

Filed Dec 11, 2016 · Engine, Transmission · 158,510 miles · AZ

Engine started knocking after I purchased it and I had just got the best recommended oil an spark plugs / wires no money to repair

Filed Apr 3, 2014 · Engine · 85,000 miles · TX

My engine started making a knocking sound and then a sound similar to metal scratching metal. I had a master mechanic look at the engine and had several part replaced 1500.00 worth to be exact and still the sound occurs. I contacted land rover and because my vehicle is used and over the warranty there was nothing they could do but suggest a new engine. I have researched and it appears this is a known issue and has been acknowledge by land rover that the land rover discovery 2003 the oil pump was faulty, however have denied any kind of solution to the problem to multiple customers other than suggesting a new engine. I don't understand as a consumer we can be expected to be held responsible for repairs on a vehicle which the manufacture knowing and willingly manufacture the a vehicle with faulty equipment. Although I understand there is no safety risk to this faulty equipment its still wrong to produce a technical with faulty equipment. I am other customers are hoping by contacting the federal safety agency something will be done.

Filed Feb 4, 2014 · Engine · 55,000 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 land rover discovery. The contact stated while driving the vehicle would suddenly stall. The failure was diagnosed by the dealer who confirmed that the engine oil pump was faulty and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 55,000.

Filed Jan 7, 2013 · Engine · 150,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 land rover discovery ii. The contact stated that the oil pump failed, causing the engine to seize and fail. The contact took the vehicle to a mechanic and was told that because the oil pump failed, the engine would need replacing. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not available. The failure and current mileage was 150,000.

Filed Dec 18, 2012 · Engine · 75,000 miles · TX

I have experienced the same online issue with my land rover discovery ii, my VIN is not the same however the same exact issues. "2003 discovery series ii oil pump failure" I have a load knocking noise coming from my engine, the vehicle is still running, and oil changes, treatments etc cannot stop the knock. Not getting any warning lights of low pressure however it is at the land rover dealership of fort worth now and they confirmed the same. This a $12,000 fix for an issue that should have been a recall or notice to the public. I have over 300 postings on line about the same issues but all in 60 mins of looking and sure there are thousands more. I'm not sure how to search for recalls over in great britain being that someone told me that?s where my vehicle was imported from with the salty VIN number but any direction would be appreciated.

Filed Feb 19, 2012 · Engine · 89,000 miles · TX

While driving low mileage 2003 discovery ii se7, engine began to knock in upper engine area on driver side. Pulled into local repair shop immediately and was told it was not a rod as the noise dissipates when idled above 1000 RPM. Took it to a local land rover shop and was told it was either a bad oil pump or the sleeve in the cylinder at the back of the engine has come loose and is knocking up against the head gasket. Technician privately indicated both are known issues and that a new engine is required in either case and that lr north america knows of the issues and has refused to assist owners or issue a recall. Cost of new engine is between $8,000 and 12,000 depending on who you talk with. Since the only real issue so far is the noise factor (sounds like a diesel while idling), technician further advised it would be best to keep driving the lr until it completely failed as the price of new engine would not be more and I should get as much from the original as possible. Request the federal safety agency lobby on behalf of owners to get this issue resolved between owners and lrna. Issues are obvious manufacturing defects and lr should be held accountable for the problem and offer some type solution to the consumer. The federal safety agency should issue some sort of fine if possible to force lr to make good on their product.

Filed Jul 4, 2011 · Engine · 57,000 miles · NJ

I own a 2003 land rover discovery se. This vehicle only has 57,000 miles and has been very well maintained. Recently I noticed a tap coming from the engine. I immediately took it over to the local land rover dealer. After a couple of days, I was informed that it needed a new engine in order to fix this problem, at a cost of $14,000. What a joke! There is a widespread problem with these trucks maintaining adequate oil pressure in order to keep them running properly. Once again the consumer gets the shaft. I am now stuck, along with a lot of other lr owners, faced with a huge repair bill. This matter should have been looked into as a possible recall.

Filed Aug 21, 2010 · Engine, Locks · 86,000 miles · TX

I have experienced what appears to be the same oil pump symptoms others have complained of. Despite reading "full", my truck seems to have difficulty adequately lubricating. So, some days it's sounded like a tank!!

Filed Apr 2, 2010 · Engine · 61,000 miles · WA

I purchased a 2003 land rover discovery series ii hse with 44k miles. In february 2008, I brought the vehicle to land rover dealer to have a full inspection of the vehicle. The inspection report noted that vehicle was in great condition with no issues needing to be addressed. But along with the evaluation paper work provided by the land rover dealer was a land rover technical alert. The technical alert stated the following;' discovery series ii (lt) 3a771801 ' 3a808362 situation oil pump failures on 2003 discovery series ii vehicles may be the result of a manufacturing error. Locating dowel pins may be slightly misaligned permitting assembly of the oil pump to the engine block, but placing stress on the pump housing which can ultimately lead to leakage or failure. Resolution whenever an oil pump failure is encountered on vehicles within the above VIN range the only effective repair currently available is replacement of the complete engine assembly including the front cover/oil pump manufactured to the latest tolerances. My land rover VIN number falls within the identified VIN number range of affected vehicles. Jump ahead to 2010. While driving the vehicle on 26 march 2010, the oil light came and the engine began to make rumbling sounds. I turned off the vehicle. Fearing the worst, I had the vehicle towed at a cost of $545 to my mechanic. My mechanic confirmed that the oil pump had failed. I spoke to the land rover dealer and to land rover of north america. Neither would cover the repair in spite of the technical alert published and provided by them on this condition. The estimated cost to repair the vehicle is $10,000. I believe that I am responsible for the ownership and reasonable risks associated with a used vehicle. But, the issue with my vehicle is not reasonable. Land rover made a manufacturing 'error', published it and then left the 'error' to the consequence and expense of myself.

Filed Dec 13, 2009 · Engine · 99,000 miles · FL

2003 land rover discovery oil pump failure. Land rover is aware of this problem and does not want to do a recall.