MYRModel Year Report

2005 Land Rover Freelander

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2005 Land Rover Freelander
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:55:21.342Z

Only 16 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 16 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
16

Too few to rank

Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 2005

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

2000: 1 complaint 2000 2001: 3 complaints 2001 2002: 226 complaints 2002 2003: 140 complaints 2003 2004: 69 complaints 2004 2005: 16 complaints 2005 16
2000: 1 complaint 2000 2001: 3 complaints 2001 2002: 226 complaints 2002 2003: 140 complaints 2003 2004: 69 complaints 2004 2005: 16 complaints 2005 16
2000: 1 complaint 2000 2001: 3 complaints 2001 2002: 226 complaints 2002 2003: 140 complaints 2003 2004: 69 complaints 2004 2005: 16 complaints 2005 16

2005: 16 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
20001
20013
2002226
2003140
200469
200516

Known problem areas

Only 16 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Engine and engine cooling

13 of 16 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine and cooling system.

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In mid July 2009, temperature gauge on 2005 Land Rover Freelander began acting erratically. Brought it to dealer in san antonio, tx.

NHTSA ODI report, 2009-08-20

Tl*the contact owns a 2005 Land Rover Freelander. While driving approximately 60 MPH, the temperature gauge reduced to its lowest reading. The engine began to overheat and suddenly the engine warning indicator illuminated on the instrument panel.

NHTSA ODI report, 2009-08-06

I bought 2005 landrover Freelander January 27TH, 2006 with 3770 mileage and about a week later, car was overheated and steam came out from the engine.

NHTSA ODI report, 2006-04-18

Power train

3 of 16 total reports mention: power train.

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Hard shift 1ST and 2ND gears and major power loss cannot exceed 35MPH dudley while driving in the city it wouldn't excel

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-12-21

Also filed under Vehicle speed control

Engine

2 of 16 total reports mention: engine.

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Was driving down the road during hurricane sandy and the car shifts (Or lags) into extremely low gear, maybe 5-10 MPH. The service engine, service engine soon, and other lights on dash came on and vehicle was lurching.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-01-05

Also filed under Electrical system

Electrical system

2 of 16 total reports mention: electrical system.

Vehicle speed control

1 of 16 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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    2005-01-10Air bags04V510000 Certain sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 208, 'occupant crash protection.' the deflector panel contained in the passenger…

    Remedy: Dealers have replaced the passenger air bag modules in all the affected vehicles.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    2005-09-08Latches/locks/linkages05V300000 On certain five door sport utility vehicles, it is possible to operate the interior door handle to open the door when the child safety lever is in the "On" Position.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the latch assembly. The recall began on September 8, 2005. Owners should contact Land Rover at 1-800-637-6837.

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    2005-10-14Engineering analysisClosed 2007-02-22 Brake light switch failure
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    2007-07-30Exterior lighting07V041000 On certain sport utility vehicles, the brake lights may remain illuminated even when the brake pedal is not depressed. Hill descent control (Hdc), traction control (Tc) and cruise control warning…

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the brake lamp operation and where required, adjust and/or replace the brake light switches with new switches of the same design until a newly designed brake lamp switch is…

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2005 Land Rover Freelander — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine and engine cooling: 13 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 04V510000 · Air bags
  • Recall 05V300000 · Latches/locks/linkages
  • Recall 07V041000 · Exterior lighting
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2005 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 2005 Land Rover Freelander?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 81% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2005 Land Rover Freelander have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.