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2005 · Land Rover

Land Rover Range Rover problems

1 safety recall. 36 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
8.0 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Top trouble spots 4 categories with 3+ complaints

powertrain
21 reports · avg $2,500
severe
engine
5 reports · avg $3,100
severe
steering
4 reports · avg $700
moderate
suspension
3 reports · avg $900
moderate

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2005 Range Rover · powertrain
FRONT DIFFERENTIAL FAILURE. NO PRIOR WARNING. FAILED ON FREEWAY AT FREEWAY SPEED, 65/MPH TO 70/MPH. TRUCK COMPLETELY DISABLED. NO POWER FROM ENGINE TO WHEELS. I WAS BARELY ABLE TO CHANGE LANES AND GET TO SHOULDER OF FREEWAY (COASTING) WITHOUT CAUSING ACCIDENT. LAND ROVER PAID…
12/31/2007 · NHTSA ODI #10213308.0
2005 Range Rover · powertrain
WHILE TRAVELING 50 MPH ON FEEDER OF I-10, HEARD A LOUD NOISE WITH INSTANT WHEEL LOCKING, GAINED CONTROL AND PULLED OVER AS I HAD NO POWER. CPU SAID TO SELECT NEUTRAL WHICH I DID. ATTEMPTED TO PUT IN DRIVE AND HEARD A LOUD SCREECHING NOISE ALTHOUGH THE CAR WOULD NOT MOVE.…
12/20/2006 · NHTSA ODI #10176690.0
2005 Range Rover · powertrain Crash
AS I STARTED UP FROM A STOP AT A LIGHT I FELT A CLUNKING IN THE FRONT END. I STARTED TO INCREASE SPEED AND ATTEMPTED TO MAKE A SUDDEN TURN TO AVOID AN OBSTACLE IN THE ROAD. THE FRONT END FROZE UP.
12/10/2015 · NHTSA ODI #10809383.0
2005 Range Rover · suspension
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…
11/19/2011 · NHTSA ODI #10436446.0

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Active recalls showing 1 of 1

severe NHTSA 08V635000 03/12/2008

LAND ROVER IS RECALLING 19,168 MY 2003-2005 RANGE ROVER VEHICLES

CONTINUED VEHICLE OPERATION CAN EVENTUALLY RESULT IN THE SPLINES SHEARING AND A LOSS OF DRIVE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A REVISED DESIGN OF THE PROPELLER SHAFT, THE FLANGE KIT AND HEAT SHIELD KIT. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 6, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT LAND ROVER AT 1-800- 637-6837.

Common questions

Is the 2005 Land Rover Range Rover reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 8.0 out of 10 based on 36 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

What's the most common problem on the 2005 Land Rover Range Rover?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is powertrain, with 21 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The powertrain is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Land Rover Range Rover has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2005 Land Rover Range Rover?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 36 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $2,500, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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