2001 Land Rover Freelander
Only 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2000 | 1 |
| 2001 | 3 |
| 2002 | 226 |
| 2003 | 140 |
| 2004 | 69 |
| 2005 | 16 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 3 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
2 of 3 total reports mention: service brakes, hydraulic.
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SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20041130
2001 FREELANDER......17000MILES LEFT ROTOR STARTED GRINDING REPLACED BOTH ROTOR PADS......DRUMS WERE FINE. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20040419
1 of 3 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.
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2001 FREELANDER......17000MILES LEFT ROTOR STARTED GRINDING REPLACED BOTH ROTOR PADS......DRUMS WERE FINE. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20040419
1 of 3 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.
1 of 3 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2001 Land Rover Freelander — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (1 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 2001 Land Rover Freelander reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Land Rover Freelander?
The most-reported component is service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:rotor, accounting for 67% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2001 Land Rover Freelander have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.