2002 Land Rover Freelander: grinding or squealing brakes

Filed Mar 3, 2012 · Engine · 95,235 miles · UT

I was driving the car away from my house and the engine died. It wouldn't restart and after about 2 minutes of trying, it started making a grinding noise. When I took it to a mechanic, he said it had blown the head gasket, then the piston rod had collapsed, so the engine was virtually ruined. The vehicle had 96,000 miles on it. Land rover produced thousands of these vehicles with faulty engines(the 2.5 v-6). I also want to know if there is a class-action lawsuit filed against land rover and how to get involved with it.

Filed Nov 15, 2010 · Brakes, Engine · 120,840 miles · CA

1 numerous problems over several years, including (but not limited to) sudden loss of coolant and oil. And yesterday, a strong smell of hot oil, and sudden squealing from right, front wheel. 2 complete loss of engine power. Vehicle is no longer drivable. 3 contacted landrover.

Filed Mar 2, 2010 · Airbags, Brakes · FL

Engine issues. Replaced vacuum hose to 6th cylinder. Also, the timing belt is making noise and the mechanic has advised I will need a new engine. The car only has 68,850 miles. Also, have repaired the brakes on five occasions and they still squeak. Had to repair the window regulator. The SRS light and engine service light is on.

Filed Jan 5, 2005 · Brakes, Electrical · 5,000 miles · CA

While applying the brake pedal, the consumer heard a loud squeaking noise. Then, the vehicle vibrated uncontrollably. Consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and pulled over. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection, who determined the brake rotors and pads needed to be replaced, and replaced them. However, the problem recurred. *ak the consumer stated the coolant system failed and the vehicle had electrical problems.

Filed Aug 11, 2004 · Brakes · 17,900 miles · MN

I own a 2002 freelander with less the 18,000 miles. Brake pads went from good to grinding metal in one day with no signs. I bought extended warranty for $3,000. Since the truck has under 50,000 miles land rover will not cover. What kind of service is this. Road side assistance did a great job picking up my truck but I was informed that my local land rover has no cars for loaners due to another facility closing in eden prairie minnesota. So here I sit with no wheels. If this is not going to be repaired under any of my warranties you will see a lawsuit brought against land rover. Look at the complaints on this truck for brakes, these are factory defects. You should not have to replace brakes and rotors every 10,000 miles.

Filed Apr 19, 2004 · Brakes · 16,500 miles · GA

Its really a 2001 freelander, there is no 2001 freelander in the search options....but anyways I havent had any problems at all with my car until about 16500 miles and my left rotor started grinding so I had to get both of my front pads replaced and the drums were fine. I dont think that the pads should go out this soon, I still have the original tires on, and they will need to be replaced in the next year, but the pads went out so soon. Everything is fine now....its a great car.

Filed Dec 10, 2003 · Electrical, Seats · NM · fire

2002 land rover freelander experienced a vehicle fire.*mr the consumer addressed dealership several times, land rover told him that the vehicle did not meet the mexico lemon law guidelines and they were not in any position to repurchase the vehicle. The consumer also complained about other problems with the vehicle such as electrical problems, the rear passenger door did not unlock with the remote, drivers rear seat did not fold, the rear window did not go up when it was cold and the drivers seat was squeaky. The consumer had made numerous complaints to the dealership before the fire occurred. *cb