MYRModel Year Report

2008 Land Rover LR2

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2008 Land Rover LR2
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:03:24.721Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Land Rover LR2 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2008 highlighted. 2008: 85 complaints 2008 2009: 30 complaints 2009 2010: 21 complaints 2010 2011: 13 complaints 2011 2012: 6 complaints 2012 2013: 12 complaints 2013 2014: 8 complaints 2014 2015: 6 complaints 2015
2008: 85 complaints
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YearComplaints
200885
200930
201021
201113
20126
201312
20148
20156

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

POWER TRAIN 39%

39% of complaints: power train — 33 distinct reports on file.

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My rear differential failed at 43k. This has been a common problem for LandRover 2008 LR2. The repair is costing me 5k to repair.

NHTSA ODI report, 20251207

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 14%

14% of complaints: electrical system — 12 distinct reports on file.

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3TIMES NOW FIRST BATTERY LIGHT GOES ON THEN ALL LIGHTS ON PANELS STARTS LIGHTING UP FOR NO REASON ANDCAR STARTS SLOWING DOWN AND THEN DIES WHILE DRIVING. IT HAPPENED ON A HIGHWAY AND ON BUSY RUSH HOUR. ALL SYSTEM SHUTS DOWN.

NHTSA ODI report, 20171110

ENGINE 12%

12% of complaints: engine — 10 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2008 LAND ROVER LR2. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 65 MPH, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED AS THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO LOSE POWER.

NHTSA ODI report, 20200929

3TIMES NOW FIRST BATTERY LIGHT GOES ON THEN ALL LIGHTS ON PANELS STARTS LIGHTING UP FOR NO REASON ANDCAR STARTS SLOWING DOWN AND THEN DIES WHILE DRIVING. IT HAPPENED ON A HIGHWAY AND ON BUSY RUSH HOUR. ALL SYSTEM SHUTS DOWN.

NHTSA ODI report, 20171110

THE A/C DOES NOT PUT OUT COOL AIR WHEN THE CAR IS NOT MOVING AT HIGH SPEEDS. THE OVERHEATING LIGHT CAME ON, UNSURE WHY. NOTHING WRONG WITH COOLANT. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20120524

VISIBILITY 5%

5% of complaints: visibility — 4 distinct reports on file.

SUSPENSION 5%

5% of complaints: suspension — 4 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20080229 — visibility

LAND ROVER IS RECALLING 12,353 MY 2008 LR2 VEHICLES BUILT WITH A SUNROOF. FAILURE OF EITHER THE LEFT OR RIGHT HAND SIDE SUNROOF GUIDE RAIL CAN OCCUR WHEN THE SUNROOF IS OPERATED. EXCESSIVE STRESS CA

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL RETENTION INSERTS TO BOTH SIDES OF THE GLASS PANEL GUIDE RAILS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 29, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT LAND ROVER AT 1-800-637-6837.

Campaign 08V055000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2008 Land Rover LR2 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (33 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (12 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (10 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 08V055000 (visibility) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2008 Land Rover LR2 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 2008 Land Rover LR2?

The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 39% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2008 Land Rover LR2 have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.