2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
Only 26 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 26 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 |
|---|---|
| 2005 | 0 |
| 2006 | 26 |
| 2007 | 4 |
| 2008 | 14 |
| 2009 | 8 |
| 2010 | 41 |
| 2011 | 63 |
| 2012 | 32 |
| 2013 | 33 |
| 2014 | 44 |
| 2015 | 54 |
| 2016 | 76 |
| 2017 | 59 |
| 2018 | 33 |
| 2019 | 25 |
| 2020 | 42 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2022 | 14 |
| 2023 | 23 |
| 2024 | 16 |
| 2025 | 13 |
| 2026 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 26 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
8 of 26 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing differential unit and driveline.
6 of 26 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing rear and air suspension system.
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AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM IS MALFUNCTIONING. VEHICLE BOUNCES ERRATICALLY AT ALL ROAD SURFACES. ERRATIC BOUNCING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS MAY CAUSE DRIVER TO OVERSEER AND LEADING TO A CATASTROPHIC (ACCIDENT) EVENT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20120531
Also filed under STEERING
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE TRAVELING 30 MPH THE AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM COLLAPSED, CAUSING TOTAL LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. IT WAS TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP, WHERE THE AIR SUSPENSION WAS RECALIBRATED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20060410
6 of 26 total reports mention: air bags, most commonly citing frontal.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
2006 RANGER ROVER SPORT- MAJOR COLLISION AIR BAG FOR DRIVER DID NOT DEPLOY, OWNER HAD CAR SERVICED AT DEALER A FEW DAYS PRIOR BECAUSE OF COMPLAINTS ABOUT ELECTRICAL FLICKERING ON DASH LIGHTS, NOT ADVISED OF RECALL THAT MAY BE PROBLEM.
NHTSA ODI report, 20080722
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER SPORT. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20071217
On your database for car safety my old 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport supercharged isn't on there for a recall so when I took it to the dealer he said there are no recalls well I submitted the number for the 2006 Land Rover Range Rover excluding...
NHTSA ODI report, 20240422
Also filed under ELECTRICAL SYSTEM and ENGINE
4 of 26 total reports mention: electrical system.
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I can be driving and the car will just cut off. The real danger was when I was on the freeway and I almost couldn't pull over to the side and a semi truck was behind me. That happened about 3 years ago.
NHTSA ODI report, 20211011
SUNROOF DRAIN TUBE BECOMES DRY ROUGH OVERTIME , CAUSING THE ELBOW ATTACHED TO THE SIDE FENDER TO BREAK OFF. INSTEAD OF WATER FROM THE RAIN DRAINING OUT .
NHTSA ODI report, 20190129
VEHICLE STEERING COLUMN WILL NOT LOCK. KEY WILL NOT START VEHICLE DUE TO ELECTRICAL PROBLEM IN THE STEERING COLUMN. THIS IS A VERY COMMON AND EXPENSIVE PROBLEM WITH RANGE ROVERS AND THE DEALER KNOWS IT. REPAIR IS $7,000.00 PLUS +
NHTSA ODI report, 20170927
4 of 26 total reports mention: steering, most commonly citing column.
SAFETY TIMELINE
CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH A INCORRECTLY BUILT SEAT BELT BUCKLE MOUNTINGS.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE SECOND ROW LEFT HAND SEAT BELT BUCKLE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN NOVEMBER 2, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT LAND ROVER AT 1-800-637-6837.
Campaign 05V501000 — check if this car was fixed
CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED WITH AN INCORRECTLY MANUFACTURED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION PARKING PAWL GUIDE PLATE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE PARKING PAWL GUIDE PLATE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 19, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT LAND ROVER AT 1-800-637-6837.
Campaign 05V502000 — check if this car was fixed
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
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES FITTED WITH 9J-19 INCH DIAMETER WHEELS, DURING CERTAIN VEHICLE MANEUVERS WHEN THE STEERING SYSTEM IS ON FULL LEFT LOCK AND THE SUSPENSION IS MOVING TOWARDS FULL COMPRESSION, THE LE
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE LEFT FRONT BRAKE FLEXI-PIPE ASSEMBLY AND REPLACE IT IF IT EXHIBITS SIGNS OF CHAFING, AND ALSO TO REPLACE THE LEFT FRONT 'CLIP-ON' WHEEL BALANCE WEIGHTS WITH 'STICK-ON' WHEEL B
Campaign 06V135000 — check if this car was fixed
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
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
2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 05V501000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 05V502000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 06V131000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 06V135000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 07E047000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 08V248000 (steering) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 31% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport have?
6 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.