2005 Land Rover LR3

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2005 Land Rover LR3
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:03:05.042Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Land Rover LR3 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2005 highlighted. 2005: 96 complaints 2005 2006: 51 complaints 2006 2007: 17 complaints 2007 2008: 8 complaints 2008 2009: 3 complaints 2009
2005: 96 complaints
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YearComplaints
200596
200651
200717
20088
20093

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 18%

18% of complaints: electrical system — 17 distinct reports on file.

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After a heavy rainstorm in [XXX] , my 2005 Land Rover LR3 experienced catastrophic water intrusion through the A-pillar design flaw documented in Land Rover’s own TSB LA501-007. When I opened the passenger door, ~1.5 inches of water poured out.

NHTSA ODI report, 20250924

VEHICLE HAS A PROBLEM THAT ALLOWS WATER TO LEAK THROUGH THE SUN ROOF SEAL AND FRONT WINDSHIELD SEAL.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120515

SUSPENSION 14%

14% of complaints: suspension — 13 distinct reports on file.

TIRES 13%

13% of complaints: tires — 12 distinct reports on file.

POWER TRAIN 7%

7% of complaints: power train — 7 distinct reports on file.

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After a heavy rainstorm in [XXX] , my 2005 Land Rover LR3 experienced catastrophic water intrusion through the A-pillar design flaw documented in Land Rover’s own TSB LA501-007. When I opened the passenger door, ~1.5 inches of water poured out.

NHTSA ODI report, 20250924

AFTER COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP, THE ENGINE REVVED UP, ALMOST GETTING INTO AN ACCIDENT, HAD TO STAND ON THE BRAKE IN ORDER TO KEEP IT FROM TAKING OFF, IMMEDIATELY SHIFTED TO NEUTRAL, ENGINE CONTINUED RACING WHILE IN NUETRAL.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180304

AIR BAGS 7%

7% of complaints: air bags — 7 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20051024 — fuel system, gasoline

SOME SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES MAY HAVE FUEL TANKS THAT CONTAIN AN INTERNAL BREATHER PIPE THAT WAS NOT MADE TO SPECIFICATION. THIS COULD RESULT IN EXCESSIVE SWELLING AND CRACKING OF A GROMMET AND SUBSEQ

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL TANKS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 24, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT LAND ROVER AT 1-800-637-6837.

Campaign 05V376000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20060630 — electrical system

CERTAIN VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 114, 'THEFT PROTECTION.' WHEN THE IGNITION IS SWITCHED OFF, AFTER A PERIOD OF TIME, IT IS POSSIBLE

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE DRIVELINE CONTROL TRANSFER BOX ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT (ECU) WITH REVISED SOFTWARE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 30, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT LAND ROVER AT 1-201-818-8500.

Campaign 06V131000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20070312 — fuel system, gasoline

SOME SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES MAY HAVE FUEL TANKS THAT CONTAIN AN INTERNAL BREATHER PIPE THAT WAS NOT MADE TO SPECIFICATION. THIS COULD RESULT IN EXCESSIVE SWELLING AND CRACKING OF A GROMMET AND SUBSEQ

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL TANKS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 12, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT LAND ROVER AT 1-800-637-6837.

Campaign 07V011000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20070620 — equipment

CERTAIN AFTERMARKET THULE HITCH STYLE BICYCLE RACKS WITH FOLD DOWN STYLE BIKE ARMS. A PINCH BOLT EXISTS BETWEEN THE BIKE ARM BRACKET AND THE UPRIGHT ASSEMBLY OF THE HITCH STYLE BICYCLE RACK.

Remedy: THULE WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND PROVIDE A REPAIR KIT AND INSTRUCTIONS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 20, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT THULE AT 800-THULE91 (800-848-5391). NOTES: LAND ROVER PURC

Campaign 07E047000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20080730 — steering

LAND ROVER IS RECALLING 37,142 MY 2005-2006 LR3 AND RANGE ROVER SPORT VEHICLES. RELATIVE MOTION BETWEEN THE STEERING WHEEL HUB AND/OR THE STEERING COLUMN COWL WITH THE CLOCKSPRING, WHICH INCLUDES THE

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSERT 1MM SPACERS BETWEEN THE LOWER LEFT HAND SIDE OF THE COLUMN SWITCH MOUNTING POINT AND THE COLUMN LOCK TO IMPROVE THE ALIGNMENT OF THE COLUMN SWITCH. TWO FOAM PADS WILL ALSO BE FITT

Campaign 08V248000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2005 Land Rover LR3 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (17 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (13 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for tires issues (12 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 05V376000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 06V131000 (electrical system) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 07V011000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 07E047000 (equipment) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 08V248000 (steering) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 2005 Land Rover LR3 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 LR3?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 18% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2005 Land Rover LR3 have?

5 recalls on file for this model year.

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