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
- 8
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2009: 8 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2005 | 0 |
| 2006 | 26 |
| 2007 | 4 |
| 2008 | 14 |
| 2009 | 8 |
| 2010 | 41 |
| 2011 | 63 |
| 2012 | 32 |
| 2013 | 33 |
| 2014 | 44 |
| 2015 | 55 |
| 2016 | 77 |
| 2017 | 59 |
| 2018 | 33 |
| 2019 | 26 |
| 2020 | 46 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2022 | 14 |
| 2023 | 23 |
| 2024 | 18 |
| 2025 | 13 |
| 2026 | 1 |
| 2027 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 8 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
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, 2024-01-29
Also filed under Structure
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, 2015-09-11
Also filed under Suspension and exterior lighting
Suspension
2 of 8 total reports mention: suspension.
Service brakes
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, 2017-11-16
Air bags
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, 2018-03-09
Tires
2 of 8 total reports mention: tires, most commonly citing pressure monitoring and regulating systems.
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I purchased four Bridgestone Alenza AS Ultra tires (255 / 50R 19 107 W XL front and back) from Costco at 2700 Potomac Mill Circle, Woodbridge, VA on [XXX]. These tires were specifically for a 2009 Range Rover Sport HSE.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-06-21
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Suspension: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 2 reports on file for this year.
Other years of this model
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- 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 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.