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Land Rover Range Rover abs comes on

15 of the 964 owner complaints about the Land Rover Range Rover describe aBS light or ABS activating, most of them for the 1999 model year.

owner complaints
15
worst model year
1999
typical mileage
78,450
Is there a fix? There are 5 recalls for this area of the car. See below

By model year

  • 2017
    1
  • 2013
    1
  • 2005
    1
  • 2004
    3
  • 2003
    2
  • 2002
    1
  • 1999
    3
  • 1997
    1
  • 1994
    1
  • 1992
    1

What owners say

Filed May 5, 2021 · Brakes · 163,000 miles · CA

When I brake over speed bumps and downhills, the brakes vibrate and pulsate creating danger to stop hard. I've a had brake inspections and everything is ok. Abs system seems the problem and I wish I could repair it

Filed Feb 18, 2019 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 83,500 miles · NJ

I was driving and I got a message saying ABS inactive no stability control this happend 2 times already in the past month

Filed Aug 30, 2018 · Acceleration, Airbags · 22,000 miles · GA

Tl* the contact owns a 2017 land rover range rover. While driving between 45-60 MPH, the air bag warning indicator illuminated intermittently. Also, on a separate occasion, the engine revved without the accelerator pedal being depressed and the transmission warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to hennessy jaguar north atlanta (1505 mansell rd, alpharetta, ga 30009, (770) 587-2000) to be diagnosed, but the mechanic could not reproduce the failures. After further inquiries, the contact was informed of several failure codes including the air bag control circuit open fault, retrain control module fault, and ABS control module fault. The contact stated that the diagnostic code reader showed a total of 28 dtc fault codes. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was also informed that the vehicle was safe to drive. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 22,000.

Filed Feb 21, 2017 · Brakes, Electrical · 83,000 miles · PA

Car shipped from florida to pittsburgh. Upon arriving I drove the vehilce on the street and it stopped and had to wait to start again. Vehicle was only able to be driven a mile at a time beofre incident recurred. Abs break late stayed on from the beginning. To start vehilce two wires had to be connected together.transmission not functionable, starting problem, brake problem and electrical problem. Contacted dealer and dealer denied any problems with the vehicle. I had a mechanic verify all problems noted above two days later.. Relayed the information to the dealership and nothing was resolved.

Filed May 20, 2014 · Brakes, Suspension · 78,450 miles · VA

While vehicle is operating, the air suspension, ABS, brake, hdc warnings lights come on and vehicle locks front right break by itself without any brake being applied, when is wet or ice on the road, the vehicle slides towards the right. I contacted land rover customer service number to report the problems that I am having with the vehicle as this is extremely dangerous specially during the winter months, and was told that my vehicle VIN number does not appear as part of the recall for bad yaw rate sensors on their database. I know now from what I have read online, that this a mayor situation with many land rover owners, but the automaker refuses to acknowledge the problem, what are they waiting for, for people to die due to this deffective yaw rate sensors? I hope that you can do something for all land rover owners and finally get land rover to acknowledge the problem and correctly address them.

Filed Mar 1, 2013 · Brakes, Suspension · 73,956 miles · MD

Driving at 35 MPH on a slightly slope blvd. The 2004 range rover experience a sudden lack of control by driver. Immediately felt range rover weave slightly out of control and rear end dipping downward. The driver had to react quickly to compensate and regain control to continue driving safely. Immediately contacted (other-foreign) repair shop and drove 5 minutes to shop. Shop ase tech diagnosis problem as ABS control module failed. Reason for spontaneous air suspension lifts to vehicle when sitting in traffic. Tech notes: failure with air suspension will cause vehicle to lean (off balance) and may create hazardous driving conditions. Abs control module cost to repair $2,000. - $2,500 further diagnostic needed to determine possible other related issues to spontaneous air suspension lifting. If found leakage of suspension airbags, each air bag approximately $600 each on rear suspension. Owners feels this is an obvious and well known problem with range rovers (and other landrover models) which the manufacturer is ignoring. Owner feel manufacturer continuance to not addressing the issue may cause grave inquiry if and when suspension fails while driving.

Filed Nov 19, 2011 · Electrical, Suspension · IL

Purchased a 2005 lr3 in 2009 suspension fell in 2010 every since I've had issues with the hcd inactive switch. Hcd inactive was coming on prior to suspension falling and continues to as of 11/11. Abs light and airbag light also turns on anytime throughout the day and shuts off. Before the suspension fell I constantly paid dealer to diagnose and they did not find any problem with the suspension..shortly after while I was driving the suspension fell. As of 11/11 my ABS, hcd inactive lights keep turning on, the dashboard including radio lights blink on/off. Past two weeks while driving the car slows down and the steering wheel locks in place. Mechanic cannot find electrical issues. Mechanic did find my rear inner tires are bald and dangerous. After reviewing various rr complaints it is beyond my understanding why rr are able to continue to sell $60,000 trucks without any form of legal action. The company and public are aware of the faulty issues, the issues are dangerous and all common ie: suspensions falling, bald inner tires, gas leaks. The question raised are these sites, consumer complaints etc for customers to vent or for action to take place?? 2 years and I'm on my second set of tires!! People are busted for selling fake products such as purses, clothes, but rr is looked over for knowingly manufac., dangerous vehicles.

Filed Feb 20, 2009 · Suspension · 75,384 miles · AL

All range rovers from 2003-2005 have a full air ride suspension that supports the vehicle on all four corners. The concern is that the airbag that supports the front of the vehicle, ruptures and throws the vehicle off balance while cornering causes a loss of control of the vehicle. When the air suspension fails it also deactivates the anti-lock brakes making the vehicle unsafe to drive because of a lack of ABS control. This is a problem that land rover is aware of and are not making any attempt to address. This is a $1200.00-$1500.00 repair for one side (left or right) not both front air bags that support the front of the vehicle. If this concerned is researched you will be amazed at the number of repairs that are done and paid for by range rover owners, because this safety issue is not reported or addressed. I am experiencing this issue now.

Filed Sep 14, 2008 · Brakes · 131,000 miles · NE

I was driving my '99 range rover when my ABS, traction control and brake lights lit. Within minutes, I lost control of my brakes. Upon inspection, my brake pads were in good condition, the brake fluid canister was full (and there were no leaks), and when I checked my brake lines, I found that brake fluid was not pumping into the two rear brakes. I did research online and found that there were hundreds of people that have experienced the same problem: a failure of the brake modular unit. During the first half of 1999, the manufacturer used plastic components in the construction of the unit, but changed the plastic to steel. Since then, the owners of vehicles with plastic components have suffered brake failures resulting from the break down of the plastic components. This is absolutely a safety issue and there needs to be a recall. People could die!

Filed Nov 14, 2006 · Brakes · 25,087 miles · MI

Dear sir, have you been aware of an inadvertent long travel issue of service brake at older (series I-ii) ranger rovers ? This is already a known issue in japan by initiating a surprise audit by japan ministry of land infrastructure and transport (mlit) against the national sales company, premium automobile incorporation (japan) a few years ago. Not only a small volume (more than 50 cases), there have been lots of market feedbacks regarding this issue. This phenomenon is caused not only by the foul of ABS unit itself (caused by some metal debris within the ABS unit), but also fouls of actuator, ABS pump unit, and the pressure regulator. Once again the phenomenon experienced by lots of japanese customers is always the same; inadvertent long brake travel scarcely to shaffe the service brake pedal pad with the floor panel. In addition, the rear brake force was inactive when this foul occurs. Thus this phenomenon is utterly a safety related issue, I am still wondering why the japan ministry is reluctant to let the manufacturer initiate a recall campaign in japan. The last thing I would like to add; this is not a japan unique issue but must be a known issue not only in the states but also at other nations. Regards, range rover owner.

Related recalls

Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist: vacuum: hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsReported January 28, 2015 · 29,311 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Land Rover Range Rover vehicles manufactured August 16, 2012, to January 8, 2014, and 2014-2015 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vehicles manufactured May 7, 2013, to February 12, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the brake vacuum hose may have been incorrectly routed allowing a hole to be worn ito it.
Risk
If a hole is worn into the brake vacuum hose, a complete loss of braking assistance could occur, lengthening the distance required to stop the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake vacuum hose and correctly route it, as necessary, free of charge. Any brake vacuum hose that is damaged will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began March 2, 2015. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1‑800‑637‑6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is P052.

Recall number 15V042000 · Recall details

Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist: hydraulic: hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsReported January 27, 2015 · 74,648 vehicles affected
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

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc: caliperReported July 3, 2000 · 314 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. One or both of the bolts that retain the brake caliper to the axle may have missed a final assembly torque operation. Consequently they may be loose or possibly missing.
Risk
Caliper disengagement from the axle could result causing reduced vehicle stability when braking and possibly locking up of the affected wheel.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect these vehicles to verify that the proper torque has been applied.

Recall number 00V187000 · Recall details

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsReported June 16, 1995 · 2,114 vehicles affected
What is wrong
A flexible brake hose that connects the hydraulic pump to the anti-lock brake system (ABS) valve block assembly can leak causing loss of brake fluid.
Risk
Loss of brake fluid can result in the inoperation of primary brake circuit, including the rear brakes, and loss of ABS operation with a consequent reduction in braking performance and possible increased braking distances. Also, brake fluid leakage in the engine compartment could cause a fire if there is a source of ignition.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the vehicles to determine if it is fitted with the suspect hose and then replace the suspect hose with the latest design.

Recall number 95V123000 · Recall details

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsReported May 1, 1991 · 2,271 vehicles affected
What is wrong
The right rear metal brake line could come in contact with the top of the right rear shock absorber. This could lead to an eventual fluid leak in one of the two brake circuits.
Risk
The leak of fluid from the rear metal brake line couldcause reduced braking effectiveness and increase stopping distance.
Remedy
Reroute rear metal brake lines to avoid contact with the rear shock absorber, and replace brake lines that have contacted the shock absorbers.

Recall number 91V069000 · Recall details

Questions about the Land Rover Range Rover abs

Why does the abs come on in the Land Rover Range Rover?

Owners who report it most often also describe brake failure, airbag warning light and steering wheel locks up.

Which Land Rover Range Rover years have aBS light or ABS activating problems?

The model years with the most reports are 1999 (3 complaints), 2004 (3 complaints) and 2003 (2 complaints).

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