2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
Only 8 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 8 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 8 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
3 of 8 total reports mention: electrical system.
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There are KNOWN areas around the A pillar, windshield, and sunroof that leak and allow water to enter the vehicle and pool up in the wiring channels next to the doors, the water causes shorts and corrosion in the wiring which causes faults (Check...
NHTSA ODI report, 20240129
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER SPORT. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE SUSPENSION LOW WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE STALLED. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD.
NHTSA ODI report, 20150911
2 of 8 total reports mention: suspension.
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER SPORT. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE SUSPENSION LOW WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE STALLED. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD.
NHTSA ODI report, 20150911
2 of 8 total reports mention: service brakes.
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FRONT BRAKE LINE HOSE FAILURE..BRAKE WENT ALL THE WAY TO FLOOR. I WAS STOPPED, PUT CAR IN REVERSE, FOOT STILL ON THE BRAKE, ALL THE SUDDEN MY FOOT WENT TO THE FLOOR. I PUMPED BRAKE BUT STILL TO THE FLOOR.
NHTSA ODI report, 20171116
2 of 8 total reports mention: air bags.
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THE AIR BAG LIGHT DOES NOT GO OUT, AND THE DEALER CLAIMS THERE IS NOTHING WRONG WITH THE AIR BAG, HOWEVER IT FAILED THE STATE INSPECTION DUE TO THE AIR BAG ISDUE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180309
1 of 8 total reports mentions: wheels.
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Spare tire wheel - no longer holds air. The section of the wheel that holds the "bead" has corroded. I checked another owner's wheel and it had similar corrosion. I believe it is systemic.
NHTSA ODI report, 20220515
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (2 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 2009 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 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.