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ProblemsByVinFile / 2008-LAND-ROVER-RANGE-ROVER-SPORTNHTSA data synced minutes ago
2008 · Land Rover
Land Rover Range Rover Sport problems
Light NHTSA footprint — 44 owner complaints and 1 active recall campaign. Either a clean record or thin data; we'll show what's there.
Reliability score
8.2 / 10
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
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Should you avoid this 2008 Range Rover Sport?
Generally reliable
Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally.
No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record
Reliability score 8.2/10 — above the segment average
1 recall campaign on file
Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model —
not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.
Buying a used 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport? Check these first
Here's what this model is known to do — so you can inspect for it, price it in, or
make the seller fix it before you sign.
What to inspect on this specific car
airbags — 16 owner reports
· tends to show around 73,850 mi · ~$1,100 to fix
brakes — 5 owner reports
· tends to show around 80,499 mi · ~$450 to fix
suspension — 5 owner reports
· tends to show around 57,333 mi · ~$900 to fix
powertrain — 4 owner reports
· tends to show around 114,931 mi · ~$2,500 to fix
⚠ The one to take seriously: brakes is flagged
severe on this model
, showing up around 80,499 mi.
Inspect it closely on a test drive.
Recalls to confirm are done
Run the VIN from the listing — 1 active recall on this model. Recall repairs are always free.
Verdict for buyers: 8.2/10 model. The priciest documented failure is
powertrain (~$2,500) — get the
seller's service records for it or inspect closely. Otherwise an average-risk used buy at a fair price.
We tell you what this model is known for and what to inspect — a vehicle-history report
tells you what this exact car has been through. Smart buyers get both.
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What owners are saying
recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
2008 Range Rover Sport· airbags
I have looked at blogs on the internet. This seems to be a recurring problem. The dashboard is now split on both sides of the passenger airbag. It cannot be repaired because it might affect the integrity of the airbag. This feels unsafe to me since I feel that the air bag…
Landrover is not notifying the owners of affected vehicles on the takata airbag recall. They say ' they are not having any problems' don't be concerned - they will notify owner when the have parts. This is taking way too long! *tr
The latest land rover / range rover has a red hexagon brake light with a yellow turn signal ring around it. When the brake light is on, it is very difficult to see the blinking turn signal. Isn't there supposed to be a minimum size for these lights? *tr
The front right brake line split and all the break fluid drained out causing the brakes to fail. The car was towed to a land rover dealer. In speaking with the dealer, there is no service directive by lr to replace the brakelines at some point. I spoke to lr today and they told…
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Certain aftermarket thule hitch style bicycle racks with fold down style bike arms
When moving the bike arm bracket to its down position, this pinch point has to potential of causing a severe laceration or amputation to the user's fingertips or hand.
Fix: Thule will notify owners and provide a repair kit and instructions free of charge. The recall began on june 20, 2007. Owners can contact thule at 800-thule91 (800-848-5391). Notes:
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Common questions
Is the 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 8.2 out of 10 based on 44 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.
Should you avoid the 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport?
On the NHTSA data, the 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport does not need avoiding. Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally. The record behind that call: No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record; Reliability score 8.2/10 — above the segment average; 1 recall campaign on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What should I check before buying a used 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport?
Inspect the airbags first — it's the most-reported issue on this model, with 16 owner complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 73,850 miles. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop. Also confirm any open recalls have been completed by running the VIN, and ask for service records covering the problem areas listed above.
Is the 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport a good used car to buy?
It scores 8.2 out of 10 on our NHTSA-based read of 44 owner complaints. The main thing to watch is airbags. Typical failure occurs around 73,850 miles. Priced fairly and clean on inspection, it's a reasonable used buy. Our data covers what this model is known for — pair it with a vehicle-history report on the VIN to see what that specific car has been through.
What's the most common problem on the 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is airbags, with 16 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 73,850 miles. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The airbags is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 73,850 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 44 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,100, 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 are not always better value.
Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database, last synced minutes ago. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2008/Land Rover/Range Rover Sport.
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