land rover LR2 problems
0 safety recalls. 30 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
Top trouble spots 3 categories with 3+ complaints
What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
PRIORITY 1 - CRITICAL 1. Crash Input Sensor Issue (B10A2-00 - Permanent) Why: Permanent crash sensor fault may affect airbag deployment and safety systems
I BOUGHT THIS CAR NEW IN 2009 ( WAS USED AS A RETIRED LOANER FOR 4 MONTHS- HAD 7000 MILES ON IT WHEN BOUGHT) HAD THIS FOR 5 YEARS NOW, IS A LOW MILEAGE AT 59000, WOULD ONLY USE THIS TO DRIVE TO AND FROM WORK/HOME, DID NOT EVER ENGAGE IN ANY OFF ROADING AT ALL NOT ONCE, HAD ONLY…
CONTINUING TO HAVE ENDLESS PROBLEMS OF THE BATTERY DRAINING FOR UNKNOWN REASONS. WHEN THE BATTERY DRAINS TOO LOW THE VEHICLE THEN GOES INTO "CRASH MODE" AND I HAVE TO HAVE IT TOWED AND THE COMPUTER FLASHED TO HAVE THE CODES RESET OR ELSE IT'S NOT DRIVABLE. IT'S HAPPENED ON…
AT APPROXIMATELY 64000 MILES MY 2009 LAND ROVER LR2 REAR DIFFERENTIAL FAILED. I NOTICED A LOUD, HIGH PITCHED, HUMMING SOUND WHILE TRAVELING AT HIGH SPEEDS. THIS SOUND PROGRESSIVELY GOT WORSE. IT IS SO LOUD NOW THAT YOU CANNOT TALK AT A NORMAL LEVEL WHILE THE CAR IS MOVING.…
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Common questions
Is the 2009 Land Rover LR2 reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 8.4 out of 10 based on 30 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2009 Land Rover LR2 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 2009 Land Rover LR2?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is powertrain, with 20 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 LR2 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 2009 Land Rover LR2?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 30 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.