2016 Land Rover RANGE ROVER problems and owner complaints
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
73 owner complaints analyzed
13 distinct recall campaigns
65,500 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 2016 model year. Data snapshot: . 22 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Steering is the most frequently named component, appearing in 29 of 73 complaints (39.7%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Steering behavior | 31 | 42.5% |
| Fuel system concerns | 10 | 13.7% |
| Braking behavior | 5 | 6.8% |
| Transmission and shifting | 1 | 1.4% |
| Engine operation | 1 | 1.4% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Steering | 29 |
| Suspension | 18 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 9 |
| Unknown Or Other | 7 |
| Engine | 6 |
| Electrical System | 5 |
| Power Train | 5 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 3 |
Steering: 29; Suspension: 18; Fuel/Propulsion System: 9; Unknown Or Other: 7; Engine: 6; Electrical System: 5; Power Train: 5; Latches/Locks/Linkages: 3
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 4 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 6 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 3 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 1 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 7 |
| 150,000 and above | 1 |
Under 25,000: 4; 25,000 to 49,999: 6; 50,000 to 74,999: 3; 75,000 to 99,999: 1; 100,000 to 149,999: 7; 150,000 and above: 1
100,000 to 149,999 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (7). 51 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2016 | 1 |
| 2017 | 4 |
| 2019 | 3 |
| 2020 | 1 |
| 2021 | 2 |
| 2022 | 1 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2024 | 5 |
| 2025 | 33 |
| 2026 | 18 |
2016: 1; 2017: 4; 2019: 3; 2020: 1; 2021: 2; 2022: 1; 2023: 5; 2024: 5; 2025: 33; 2026: 18
Pattern summary
Steering leads the component reports. Steering behavior appears in 31 complaint narratives. Fuel system concerns appears in 10 complaint narratives. Braking behavior appears in 5 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Complaint evidence
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 11618334 · 2024-10-06 (October 6, 2024)
The steering knuckles on our 2016 Land Rover Range Rover cracked at the upper ball joint. This issue has been discovered in Canada as well as the UK. Land Rover has recalled vehicles in both Canada and the UK, but not the USA market. The recall in the UK is recall number R/2022/341 (7303). Land Rover wants over $3,000 just for the parts. I spent a lot of money and my time replacing these so my family was safe. Here is my video on the subject: [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11618334 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11634163 · 2025-01-05 (January 5, 2025)
Steering: linkages: knuckle: spindle: arm is cracking. Air bag has had issues and the light stays on.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11634163 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11387414 · 2021-01-10 (January 10, 2021)
I HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO FILL THE GAS TANK COMPLETELY, AND THE PUMP SHUTS OFF MULTIPLE TIMES DURING THE REFUEL PROCESS EVERY TIME I PUMP GAS. I HAVE TRIED DIFFERENT ANGLES, DIFFERENT GAS STATIONS, TRIED TO REFUEL SLOWLY BUT IT STOPS MULTIPLE TIMES.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11387414 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11712532 · 2026-01-21 (January 21, 2026)
My Land Rover is experiencing rusted fuel tank shields. The reason this problem occurs is because of a process called galvanic corrosion. The fuel tank shield is bolted onto an aluminum heat shield, and the pairing of these two different metals accelerates the corrosion. Land Rover has acknowledged this problem.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11712532 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11242230 · 2019-08-07 (August 7, 2019)
WHILE DRIVING DOOR THE HIGHWAY MY DRIVERS SIDE PASSENGER DOOR CAME OPEN WITH MY DAUGHTER IN LAW IN THE REAR SEAT AS WELL AS MY 6 MONTH OLD GRANDAUGHTER. WHEN THIS HAPPEN..THE SCREAMING AND HOLLERING FROM THE BACK SEAT CAUSED MY, THE DRIVER, TO SLAM ON BRAKES AND PULL TO THE SHOULDER HITTING A SAFETY GUARD RAIL AND DAMAGING MY REAR BUMPER. LAND ROVER REPRESENTATIVE SAID THEY COULD NOT ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY AND TOLD ME TO CONTACT MY INSURANCE COMPANY FOR REPAIR.
Owner-reported narrative. 36,500 miles reported. Look up ODI 11242230 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11670392 · 2025-06-30 (June 30, 2025)
While driving the vehicle in early February, I experienced a severe stability issue that caused the vehicle to nearly roll over while turning. The vehicle has since developed extreme wobbling, bouncing from left to right, especially when braking or turning. A loud crackling noise is present when making right turns. These symptoms are visibly apparent from outside the vehicle and severely affect steering and handling. I was transporting my wife in labor at the time of the near-rollover. We now have a newborn, and this vehicle poses a serious ris…
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11670392 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11207539 · 2019-05-14 (May 14, 2019)
THERE NEEDS TO BE A FIRMWARE UPDATE TO THE TRANSMISSION SHIFT LOGIC OR AT THE VERY LEAST IF A DOOR IS SENSED AS OPEN AUTOMATICALLY PLACE VEHICLE IN PARK. BACKSTORY....I'VE OWNED THIS VEHICLE FOR 2+ YEARS AND HAVE MISTAKENLY PLACED THE VEHICLE IN REVERSE (VIA THE DODGE RAM STYLE PRNDL SELECTOR). WHEN THIS HAPPENS I USUALLY CATCH IT BEFORE I EXIT THE VEHICLE. ADMITTEDLY IT HAS HAPPENED AND I'VE ALMOST BEEN RUN OVER BY MY OWN CAR. THIS IS A HUGELY DANGEROUS ISSUE.
Owner-reported narrative. 32,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11207539 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11717277 · 2026-02-11 (February 11, 2026)
I am reporting a catastrophic engine failure involving a 2016 Land Rover Range Rover Supercharged 5.0L (VIN: [XXX] ) with approximately 88,000 miles. The vehicle experienced sudden engine failure due to a timing chain malfunction. Timing chain failure in this engine platform can result in immediate engine stall and total loss of propulsion without warning. A sudden engine stall while driving presents a serious safety risk, including loss of power steering assist, reduced braking performance, and increased risk of collision. The 5.0L AJ133 eng…
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