2003 Land Rover NEW Range Rover
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2003 | 31 |
| 2004 | 34 |
| 2022 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
100% of complaints: power train — 31 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing differential unit and driveshaft.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
DIFFERENTIAL FAILURE ON MY 2003 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER. ALMOST GOT KILLED WHILE TRAVELING ON THE FREEWAY AT 65 MPH WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER. STOPPED AND PUT IN PARK AND VEHICLE STILL MOVED!!
NHTSA ODI report, 20070715
RANGE ROVER FRONT DIFFERENTIAL FAILURE - LEADING TO LOCK UP OF TRANSMISSION. IF I HAD BEEN TRAVELING AT SPEED A SERIOUS ACCIDENT WOULD HAVE OCCURRED. THE VEHICLES SHOULD ALL BE RECALLED BY THE MANUFACTURER AS IT IS A SAFETY ISSUE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20061012
WHILE DRIVING ON THE NEW JERSEY TURNPIKE TRAVELING AT A SPEED OF APPROXIMATELY 65-70 MILES AN HOUR MY TRUCK SUDDENLY MADE A LOUD NOISE AND IT FELT LIKE THE BRAKES LOCKED UP AND MELT GRINDING SOUNDS.
NHTSA ODI report, 20181021
10% of complaints: suspension — 3 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing front.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
EXCESSIVE INNER TIRE WEAR, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO LOSE CONTROL WHEN IT RAINS. UNSAFE SLIPPERY FEELING, AND VEHICLE SLIDING OFF THE ROAD ON THE HIGHWAY. VEHICLE HAS BEEN TO REPAIR SHOP 4 TIMES, AND COULD NOT CORRECT THE PROBLEM.
NHTSA ODI report, 20050419
IN OCTOBER 2013 WHILE I TOOK MY CAR TO A PRIVATE GARAGE FOR OIL CHANGE. THE MECHANIC NOTICED THAT THE FRAME ON MY VEHICLE WAS ROTTED OUT . HE CALLED ME INTO THE GARAGE AND SHOWED ME THE PROBLEM.
NHTSA ODI report, 20140313
Also filed under STRUCTURE
THE RANGE ROVER IS EQUIPPED WITH ELECTRONIC CROSS LINKED AIR SUSPENSION (WITH VARIABLE RIDE HEIGHT). VARIABLE HEIGHT SUSPENSION SYSTEM SWITCHES FROM LOW TO HIGH ON ITS OWN AND CREATES A GREATER RISK FOR ROLL OVER.
NHTSA ODI report, 20130609
3% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 1 distinct report on file.
3% of complaints: structure — 1 distinct report on file, most commonly citing body.
3% of complaints: service brakes — 1 distinct report on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
FRONT DIFFERENTIAL/DRIVESHAFT FAILURE
FRONT DIFF. / PROPELLER SHAFT FAILURE
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2003 Land Rover NEW Range Rover — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (31 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (1 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 2003 Land Rover NEW Range Rover 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 2003 Land Rover NEW Range Rover?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2003 Land Rover NEW Range Rover have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-15 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.