Land Rover Range Rover knocking problems

Filed Sep 18, 2026 · Steering, Suspension · CA · crash

On July 27, 2026, while driving westbound on SR-62, the vehicle unexpectedly moved laterally and collided with the left-rear area of a commercial tractor-trailer. In the days before the crash, I recall hearing a knocking noise from the front and experiencing the vehicle pulling, but I did not understand these as signs of a safety defect. After the crash, the right-front upper suspension/steering-knuckle connection was catastrophically separated and displaced, the wheel and hub were out of their normal position, and the vehicle was not drivable. Photographs and videos preserve the post-crash condition. The vehicle was subject to an unrepaired JLR D041/the federal safety agency 25V‑514 safety recall for cracking of the front suspension upper knuckle joint. The recalled defect can cause the upper suspension arm to detach, compromise vehicle controllability, and increase the risk of a crash. The same failure mechanism is under the federal safety agency Engineering Analysis EA26003. The police report attributed the vehicle’s movement toward the adjacent lane to an unsafe lane change. However, no component-level mechanical inspection was performed, and the recalled steering-knuckle condition was not evaluated. I did not intentionally initiate a lane change. The vehicle’s observed trajectory is consistent with, but does not by itself prove, a sudden loss of directional control caused by a suspension or steering failure. An independent collision-repair assessment documents major right-front suspension, steering, wheel, cooling-system, and possible structural damage requiring computerized measurement and further inspection. The vehicle, failed components, and original photographs and videos have been preserved and are available for inspection. I experienced persistent neck soreness and stiffness after the impact; no ambulance transportation or medical treatment was requested at the scene.

Filed Aug 31, 2026 · Engine · TX

Following a routine oil and filter service and starter motor replacement at an authorized Land Rover dealer, the engine seized within 21 miles of vehicle delivery. The vehicle was brought to the dealer for a no-start condition. A prior independent shop had evaluated the vehicle and found exclusively electrical issues — no engine, fluid, or cooling concerns. The dealer performed a multi-point inspection confirming no fluid leaks and no engine concerns. The dealer then performed an oil and filter service and starter motor replacement. The dealer's own technician notes state the vehicle was started and the concern was confirmed rectified. One mile was driven across nine days of service. Fourteen minutes after taking delivery, warning lights appeared. The following morning, a RED Engine Overheating warning illuminated. The engine seized shortly thereafter, rendering the vehicle inoperable on a public road. The dealer confirmed in writing: spun bearing, rod knock, and metal shavings throughout the engine. The dealer's Service Manager also confirmed in writing that drained oil is not examined for metal contamination as part of their standard oil change procedure. A bearing in pre-failure condition sheds metal particulate into engine oil. This metal contamination would have been detectable in the drained oil had it been examined. The vehicle is currently inoperable and in the dealer's custody. The component is available for inspection upon request. Warning lamps appeared 14 minutes post-delivery. No warning lamps were present before the service visit. Problem has been confirmed by the dealer.

Filed Dec 30, 2025 · Steering · 53,000 miles · TX

The contact owns a 2017 Land Rover Range Rover. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and coming to a stop, the vehicle made an abnormal, loud knocking sound. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 25V514000(Steering); however, the parts to do the recall repair were not yet available. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer confirmed that the recall remedy parts were not available. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 53,000.

Filed Nov 25, 2025 · Steering, Suspension · 54,000 miles · PA

The contact owns a 2015 Land Rover Range Rover. The contact stated that while accelerating or making a turn, there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the front-end of the vehicle, and the vehicle vibrated. The contact stated that the failure had become more persistent and noticeable over time. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact related the failure to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 25V514000 (Steering); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 54,000.

Filed Nov 24, 2025 · Electrical, Engine · CA

In January 2025 I noticed light ticking/knocking at startup, idle, and while driving. On January 23, 2025 I searched online for how to check the oil level and for an L322 dipstick location (there is none). Only after finding a YouTube video with an undocumented override (double-pressing the “Cancel” button) was I able to see the oil level on January 31, 2025, and it showed zero. I added oil immediately, but the knocking gradually worsened over the following months until very loud clattering began on July 4, 2025. The electronic oil level monitoring and warning system failed. When I followed the owner’s manual procedure to check the oil, the display repeatedly showed “Oil Level Not Available” and never gave any low-oil or no-oil warning, even when the actual oil level was zero. Because this system is the only way to check oil level on this vehicle (there is no dipstick), it prevented me from knowing the engine had no oil. The engine then suffered progressive internal bearing/rod damage and now makes extremely loud clattering. The vehicle and components are still in my possession and are available for inspection upon request. The system’s failure meant I unknowingly drove the vehicle with zero oil, which can cause sudden engine failure, loss of power, and possible engine seizure while driving at highway speed. I used this vehicle on Los Angeles freeways, so a sudden loss of power could have led to an accident or left me stranded in a dangerous location. The vehicle now runs with severe clattering and is unsafe to drive, so I have parked it to avoid a complete failure in traffic. The vehicle has been parked since the severe failure on July 4, 2025 because I have not yet been able to afford towing and diagnostic work. There were no low-oil or oil-pressure warning lamps at any time. Prior to the failure, when I tried to check the oil level using the procedure in the owner’s manual, the display repeatedly showed the message “Oil Level Not Available.”

Filed Nov 10, 2025 · GA

While driving, my husband noticed a clunking or knocking noise coming from the front of the vehicle. He contacted the dealership in September and was told they were experiencing a system outage and could not assist us at that time. We continued to drive the vehicle, and soon after, the steering began to feel loose and started pulling to one side. While I was driving, the car suddenly jerked sharply, and I temporarily lost control of the steering. The vehicle felt increasingly unstable and unsafe to drive. Eventually, the car completely shut off while I was driving on the interstate.

Filed Oct 30, 2025 · Steering · TX

The contact owns a 2017 Land Rover Range Rover. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 25V514000 (STEERING). However, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the vehicle, especially while driving over small bumps in the roadway. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that on a separate occasion, while in reverse(R) and turning the steering wheel to the left, there was an abnormal clicking sound coming from the wheel well. No warning lights were illuminated. Most recently, while driving uphill, the brake pad wear warning light was illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the abnormal sounds persisted and were getting louder. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Oct 22, 2025 · Transmission · NC · crash · 1 injury

Incident Description: On April 4, 2025, after placing the vehicle in "Park," it suddenly and rapidly began reversing without driver input. The open door struck me, knocking me to the ground and the vehicle rolled over my legs, groin and arm before stopping after colliding with a dirt pile. This resulted in severe injuries and hospitalization. The vehicle’s gear selector is the rotary dial type. Post incident diagnostic reports showed communication faults between the shifter assembly and transmission control. Jaguar Land Rover North America (JLRNA) currently has the vehicle under extended diagnostic evaluation but has not provided a confirmed root cause. The malfunction may relate to electronic gear-shift or transmission control failures. I am reporting this incident for federal safety review, as this defect presents a potential risk of uncommanded vehicle movement and serious bodily harm. Additional Information: The vehicle remains in JLRNA custody. Original diagnostic codes were recorded by their engineer. I have experienced significant injury and loss of use. I request the federal safety agency’s review and tracking of this defect for other potential affected vehicles.

Filed Sep 30, 2025 · Steering · NC

The contact owns a 2016 Land Rover Range Rover. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 25V514000 (STEERING); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the vehicle while attempting to turn to the right or the left. The contact stated that on a separate occasion, while depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle jerked, and the vehicle hesitated while coming to a stop. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Sep 5, 2025 · Suspension · 37,000 miles · CA

The contact owns a 2021 Land Rover Range Rover. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, and the contact heard an abnormal knocking sound. The contact stated that the knocking sound was getting louder and louder. The contact stated that the failure occurred while turning. The contact stated that an unknown warning light was illuminated and independently turned off. In addition, the contact stated the sound was like the vehicle was falling apart. The dealer was made aware of the failure; however, the contact was informed that the repair was not covered under warranty. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with a failed front driver's side control arm and lower rear guard. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact referenced an unknown recall; however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 37,000. The VIN was unavailable.