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2011 · Land Rover
Land Rover LR2 problems
Light NHTSA footprint — 13 owner complaints and 1 active recall campaign. Either a clean record or thin data; we'll show what's there.
Reliability score
8.6 / 10
Above-average reliability for the segment. Few systemic issues on file.
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Should you avoid this 2011 LR2?
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 8.6/10 — 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 2011 Land Rover LR2? 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
powertrain — 5 owner reports
· tends to show around 62,610 mi · ~$2,500 to fix
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: 8.6/10 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
2011 LR2· engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 land rover lr2. The contact stated that the engine made strange noises when the vehicle was started and while driving approximately 30 MPH. In addition, the engine continued to run when the contact attempted to turn off the ignition. The contact…
Tl* the contact owned a 2011 land rover lr2. While driving approximately 35 MPH, another vehicle crashed into the front of the contact's vehicle. As a result, the air bag deployed, but did not inflate. The contact and the front passenger hit the windshield and sustained injuries…
Noticed a loud noise from rear of vehicle while driving. The greater the speed the louder the noise. Dealer inspection confirmed rear differential failing and needs replacement. Vehicle has 38,000 miles and still has the original factory tires. Rear differential failing before…
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 land rover lr2. While driving 55 MPH, a loud humming noise was coming from the rear of the vehicle. The faster the vehicle accelerated, the louder the noise became. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the rear…
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Land rover is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 lr2 vehicles manufactured from november 12, 2009, through august 23, 2010
The driver's frontal airbag may not deploy as intended or at all and therefore will not be able to properly protect the driver, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will install a spacer into the driver's airbag clock spring harness connector. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before december 13, 2010. Owners may contact land rover at 800-637-6837.
Common questions
Is the 2011 Land Rover LR2 reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 8.6 out of 10 based on 13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2011 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.
Should you avoid the 2011 Land Rover LR2?
On the NHTSA data, the 2011 Land Rover LR2 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 8.6/10 — 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 2011 Land Rover LR2?
Inspect the powertrain first — it's the most-reported issue on this model, with 5 owner complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 62,610 miles. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 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 2011 Land Rover LR2 a good used car to buy?
It scores 8.6 out of 10 on our NHTSA-based read of 13 owner complaints. The main thing to watch is powertrain. Typical failure occurs around 62,610 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 2011 Land Rover LR2?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is powertrain, with 5 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 62,610 miles. 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. Typical failure occurs around 62,610 miles. 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 2011 Land Rover LR2?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 13 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 are not always better value.
Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database, last synced 1 hour ago. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2011/Land Rover/LR2.
Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics.
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