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ProblemsByVinFile / 2011-LAND-ROVER-RANGE-ROVER-SPORTNHTSA data synced 1 hour ago
2011 · Land Rover
Land Rover Range Rover Sport problems
81 owner complaints and 1 active recall campaign on file. Here's the breakdown — what's serious, what's noise, what a working mechanic would actually do about it.
Reliability score
7.6 / 10
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
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Critical
1
Severe
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Moderate
Should you avoid this 2011 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 7.6/10 — 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 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
body — 24 owner reports
· tends to show around 90,213 mi · ~$1,500 to fix
fuel system — 9 owner reports
· tends to show around 124,200 mi · ~$1,200 to fix
airbags — 8 owner reports
· tends to show around 58,801 mi · ~$1,100 to fix
brakes — 8 owner reports
· tends to show around 73,056 mi · ~$450 to fix
⚠ The one to take seriously: engine is flagged
severe on this model
, showing up around 48,052 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: 7.6/10 model. The priciest documented failure is
engine (~$3,100) — 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 Range Rover Sport· airbags
Takata recall. My range rover is a part of the airbag recall and I'm unable to trade-in the car while the recall is open. I need to be able to trade-in the car, as I'd like to purchase a new car.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 land rover range rover. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA campaign number: 16v374000 (air bags) and stated that the part needed was unavailable to perform the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The contact…
At the beginning of the year my car started going into limp mode and shutting down. I had it inspected and the purge valve was faulty and I paid to have it replaced in august 2021. In the past month it’s started dying while driving, mostly as I’m pulling up to a stoplight. The…
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Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2010-2011 Range Rover Sport vehicles
If the spoiler detaches while driving, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the spoiler assembly. If the spoiler has not delaminated, a new adhesive will be applied to fully secure the upper spoiler cover. If the outer surface of the rear spoiler has detached, been lost or damaged, a new spoiler will be installed. The repairs will be performed free of charge. Final Owner letters were mailed May 21, 2021. Owners can contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-369-1000. Land Rover's number for this recall is N499.
Common questions
Is the 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.6 out of 10 based on 81 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2011 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 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport?
On the NHTSA data, the 2011 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 7.6/10 — 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 Range Rover Sport?
Inspect the body first — it's the most-reported issue on this model, with 24 owner complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 90,213 miles. Average repair cost runs about $1,500 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 Range Rover Sport a good used car to buy?
It scores 7.6 out of 10 on our NHTSA-based read of 81 owner complaints. The main thing to watch is body. Typical failure occurs around 90,213 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 Range Rover Sport?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is body, with 24 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 90,213 miles. Average repair cost runs about $1,500 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The body is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,500 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 90,213 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 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 81 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,500, 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/Range Rover Sport.
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