2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
Only 14 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 14 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 | 62 |
| 2012 | 31 |
| 2013 | 33 |
| 2014 | 42 |
| 2015 | 53 |
| 2016 | 74 |
| 2017 | 56 |
| 2018 | 32 |
| 2019 | 19 |
| 2020 | 40 |
| 2021 | 10 |
| 2022 | 14 |
| 2023 | 21 |
| 2024 | 13 |
| 2025 | 8 |
| 2026 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 14 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
4 of 14 total reports mention: air bags.
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PASSENGER SIDE DASH IS SPLITTING ON TOP OVER THE AIR BAG BRACKET, 3 SEPARATE SPLITS. I AM CONCERNED AIR BAG WILL DEPLOY WHILE DRIVING AND CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO FRONT PASSENGER. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20120918
2 of 14 total reports mention: suspension.
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The Suspension system failed. I saw an car icon with two arrows on each side pointing down in orange color, indicating a problem with the Suspension, and then it felt like the car went down like a low-rider would.
NHTSA ODI report, 20250819
2 of 14 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.
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Fuel Tank Cover /Flange campaign does not include L320 2008 model.....
NHTSA ODI report, 20231102
1 of 14 total reports mentions: wheels.
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I LEASED CAR WITH CUSTOM WHEELS THE WHEELS DID NOT PROPERLY FIT THE CAR, THE WHEELS WERE NOT THE WEIGHT CLASSIFICATION FOR THE CAR AND THE DEALER DID NOT CHANGE DOOR PLACARD WHEN THEY CHANGED THE WHEELS AND ONE OF THE WHEELS CAME OFF WHILE I WAS...
NHTSA ODI report, 20091006
1 of 14 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
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I WAS STOPPED IN TRAFFIC AND AS THE TRAFFIC START MOVING I STEP ON THE GAS AND THE CAR DID NOT MOVE. I HAD TO ONCE AGAIN MOVE THE GEAR BACK TO D. IT HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES AND RANGE ROVER SAID THERE IS NO RECALL FOR IT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20140606
SAFETY TIMELINE
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
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (4 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 07E047000 (equipment) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2008 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 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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.