2005 Land Rover LR3 fuel system problems
moderate 12 complaints filed with NHTSA
· avg repair $1,200
severe NHTSA 05V376000 29/08/2005
SOME SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES MAY HAVE FUEL TANKS THAT CONTAIN AN INTERNAL BREATHER PIPE THAT WAS NOT MADE TO SPECIFICATION
THE DRIVER MAY NOTICE FUEL ODOR, DRIVABILITY CONCERNS SUCH AS HESITATION, MISFIRE, STALLING, ROUGH RUNNING, OR DIFFICULTY IN STARTING AND THE 'CHECK ENGINE' LIGHT MAY BE ILLUMINATED. IF THE AMOUNT OF FUEL FLOWING INTO THE BREATHER PIPE REACHES THE VAPOR CANISTER AND EXCEEDS ITS CAPACITY, THE EXCESS FUEL MAY BE DISCHARGED ONTO THE GROUND. FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL TANKS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 24, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT LAND ROVER AT 1-800-637-6837.
fuel system
· filed 10/17/2010
PULLED INTO PARKING LOT AND CAR STALLED. TRIED RESTARTING AND PASSERBY SHOUTED TO STOP REPORTING FUEL GUSHING OUT FROM UNDER CAR. HAD CAR TOWED AND FIRE DEPARTMENT CLEAN UP FUEL. HAD THIS HAPPENED ON THE HIGHWAY CAR COULD HAVE CAUGHT FIRE. PARTS SAVED. PROBLEM RESULTED FROM CRACKED CONNECTOR ON FUEL TANK SENDING UNIT. THIS RESULTED IN THE FUEL LINE SEPARATING FROM THE FUEL TANK SO THAT THE FUEL…
fuel system
· filed 09/28/2005
DT: 2005 LAND ROVER LR3. THE CONSUMER STATED VEHICLE LOST POWER DUE TO FUEL TANK SEAL. THE CONSUMER'S VEHICLE WAS AT AN INTERSECTION AND ALMOST CAUSED AN ACCIDENT. THIS WAS THE FIRST TIME THIS HAPPENED. THE CONSUMER HAD THIS VEHICLE FOR 10 MONTHS. THE CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALERSHIP. THE VEHICLE STARTED LEAKING GASOLINE, THE DEALERSHIP SAID THEY WERE AWARE OF THIS PROBLEM. THE …
How serious is the fuel system problem on the 2005 Land Rover LR3?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 12 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $1,200 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the fuel system typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $1,200 for fuel system repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to fuel system?
Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover fuel system issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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