When driving and the vehicle comes to a stop, car rolls forward while the break pedal is engaged, dealer stated land rover sport 2006 hse, fault code on module needs an upgrade, which the customer is charged. Hence, if the computer module is not upgraded, "vehicles can become inoperable due to transmission or engine complications at further cost to the owner" ( claudia, at landrover n.a. 800 637…
2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport powertrain problems
moderate 8 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $2,500 · see powertrain across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
8
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$2,500
When does it fail?
Of the 8 powertrain complaints filed for the 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 25,000-50,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
Powertrain accounts for 31% of every owner complaint on file for this vehicle — the dominant problem area across 4 categories tracked.
Among the 7 model years of Land Rover Range Rover Sport in our records for powertrain problems, this one ranks #2 by owner-complaint volume.
What owners are reporting 3 most recent
Rear driver's side tire blew out with only 26,000 miles on car, a 2006 range rover sport. I was traveling 65 MPH on the garden state parkway. Car had been serviced regularly and there was no prior warning. I had to take it to the closest dealer once tire was repaired, as aaa road service felt it was unsafe to drive home because the other rear tire looked just as bad. Dealer initially said it…
2006 range rover sport. Consumer states vehicle became inoperable due to a loud grinding noise *tgw the dealer informed the consumer the front differential was bad on the vehicle. When the drain plug was removed, the fluid had overheated and was full of metal shavings. The technician removed the differential and found the paint delaminated from the inside of the differential.
Had powertrain trouble with your 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport?
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Common questions
How serious is the powertrain problem on the 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 8 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $2,500 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the powertrain typically fail?
Across the 8 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most powertrain failures cluster between 26,000 and 50,000 miles, with the median around 39,885. A quarter of owners report trouble before 26,000; a quarter make it past 50,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $2,500 for powertrain 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 powertrain?
No active recalls currently cover powertrain issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2006/Land Rover/Range Rover Sport.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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