I purchased this vehicle on [XXX] The vehicle was delivered to me on January 15th. This incident occurred [XXX]. The Engine system failed and is available for inspection. The engine failed and began smoking profusely which inhabited my ability to see as well as other drivers within distance, which put all drivers and passengers at risk. The problem has been confirmed by an independent service center. The vehicle was inspected by a NYS certified mechanic. The check engine light came one prior to the failure and was noticed 2 days after purchasing the vehicle. Which is when this incident occurred. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
The worst 2011 Land Rover Range Rover problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Airbags6
- Engine4
- Fuel system4
- Acceleration1
- Brakes1
Problems by type
Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.
- Airbags6
- Engine4
- Fuel system4
- Acceleration1
- Brakes1
- Electrical1
Recalls 3
Air bags: frontal: passenger side: inflator module
- What is wrong
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2011-2012 Land Rover Range Rover vehicles, originally sold, or ever registered, in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia, or "Zone B." Unless included in "Zone B" above, Land Rover is recalling certain 2010-2012 Land Rover Range Rover vehicles, originally sold, or ever registered, in Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming or "Zone C." These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
- Risk
- An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- Remedy
- Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began June 27, 2018. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1‑800‑637‑6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is P084.
Recall number 18V015000 · Recall details
Air bags: frontal: passenger side: inflator module
- What is wrong
- 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 Islands, or "Zone A." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" above, Land Rover is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 Land Rover Range Rover vehicles, originally sold, or ever registered, in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia, or "Zone B." Vehicles not originally sold or ever registered in either Zones A or B are not subject to this safety recall. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the front air bags, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
- 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.
Recall number 16V374000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist: hydraulic: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- 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
- 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.
Recall number 15V039000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2011 Land Rover Range Rover 216
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Smart Key Deactivated message on instrument cluster and unable to start their vehicle
- Engine Will Crank, No Start When At Operating Temperature
- Leaking windshield that caused the water ingress on the electrical component.
- There have been several FRED submissions for a customer allegation of a rear brake warning being...
- There have been several FRED submissions for a customer allegation of a brake noise concern.
- There have been several FRED submissions for a customer allegation of brake judder/vibration.
- Front / Rear Door Latch
- The front and/or rear parking aid system may be inoperative.
- A humming noise may be evident from the engine at idle.
- Issue: The wrong component maybe replaced when troubleshooting Bluetooth connectivity in car.
2011 Land Rover Range Rover fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.0L 8‑cyl | 4WD | 12 | 18-19 | 14-15 |
What 2011 Land Rover Range Rover owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
This issue occurred immediately after land rover replace the recalled airbags with a complimentary oil change. My mechanic says the timing chain guides wear pre maturely causing knock in motor which could lead to catastrophic failure. There is an updated timing chain , however this job is 2-4k dollars to complete. The engine had an odd knocking sound but I had no indicator lights to warn me to service it or do anything. Land rover serviced my vehicle and did warn me or make the repairs. Warranty is out. I purchased this vehicle new at over $100,000 to have engine problems after only 8 years is robbery!
The car was leaking gasoline. Like another complaint on this site and others on the internet, a plastic flange on the fuel pump cracks. The dealership has no idea of this known problem. I believe this should be a recall item because leaking fuel is unsafe and can cause a catastrophic fire, explosion and loss of life.
When I'm driving on the parkway the vehicle accelerates on it's own to 100mph+ then it cuts off.
2011 land rover range. Consumer writes in regards to knocking noise coming from engine. *ld the consumer stated the brakes were bad and unsafe.
Takata recall land rover refuses to replace airbags because we live in anchorage, ak. No dealership in anchorage
Smells like gas. Defective fuel flange.
While attempting to change a flat tire using the factory supplied vehicle jack, the jack fell over and caused the vehicle to fall, pinning my hand in between the spare tire and the rear left fender. The vehicle was stationary at the time with the emergency brake engaged. My hand was pinned for about 3-5 minutes before my son and a good samaritan were able to lift the vehicle off of my hand. I later had x-rays done, which were negative. My hand was cut and bruised, so I did have to get a tetanus shot.
I was driving down the freeway at approximately 70 MPH when my sunroof exploded for no apparent reason. It sounded like a shot gun went off in my car and scared me so bad I nearly lost control of the vehicle. I literally thought I was being shot at. It took me a second to realize what had happened. I looked around and there was glass all over myself (driver), and the front seats. Most of the glass landed in my child's car seat on the rear drivers side. Thankfully he wasn't in the vehicle. This is a serious problem. I thought at first it was a rock that bounced off the glass on the sunroof, but there was not a mark on the roof of the car. I filed an insurance claim and they are repairing it this coming saturday. In the meantime I have shut the sunroof cover to make sure glass isn't coming through the car.
2011 range rover. Consumer writes in regards to takata airbag safety recall. *ld the consumer stated the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time to complete the recall repair. Updated 10/24/2017
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Questions about the 2011 Land Rover Range Rover
Is the 2011 Land Rover Range Rover reliable?
Owners have filed 15 complaints about the 2011 Land Rover Range Rover, fewer than a typical Range Rover model year.
What is the 2011 Land Rover Range Rover year score?
The 2011 Land Rover Range Rover scores 83 out of 100 (good). The score compares it with the other model years of the Land Rover Range Rover: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2011 Land Rover Range Rover?
Airbags, with 6 complaints. Next is engine (4).
How many recalls does the 2011 Land Rover Range Rover have?
3 recalls, covering air bags and service brakes, hydraulic.
Was there a recall on the 2011 Land Rover Range Rover airbags?
Yes, 2 recalls: 18V015000, 16V374000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What gas mileage does the 2011 Land Rover Range Rover get?
Official estimates for the 2011 Land Rover Range Rover range from 14 to 15 mpg combined. The most efficient version (5.0L 8-cyl, 4WD) gets 12 city and 18-19 highway.
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