2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than this model's typical year.
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 |
|---|---|
| 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
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
40% of complaints: structure — 25 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing body and hinge and attachments.
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I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT 65 MILES PER HOUR AND ALL OF A SUDDEN THE REAR ROOF SPOILER FLEW OFF AND HIT THE CAR BEHIND ME. AFTER DOING SOME RESEARCH I FOUND THIS PROBLEM TO BE COMMON.
NHTSA ODI report, 20190328
While driving the RRS the rear spoiler separated from the vehicle and flew off. Fortunately the road was quiet and the spoiler landed in the grass next to the road.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240104
17% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 11 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing filler pipe and cap and mounting plate/flange.
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The contact owns a 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact stated that the vehicle was leaking fuel. The brake, fuel, and check engine warning lights were illuminated.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240312
See attached document for complaint
NHTSA ODI report, 20231201
16% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 10 distinct reports on file.
13% of complaints: engine — 8 distinct reports on file.
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My vehicle overheated due to a cracked rear engine coolant pipe. The vehicle is out of warranty and has been inoperable since August 2025 due to repair cost.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260715
8% of complaints: service brakes — 5 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing air and hydraulic.
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I WAS TRYING TO PARK THE CAR AND WAS AT A LOW SPEED. THE BRAKES DID NOT RESPOND. I THEN STOOD UP, HOLDING ON TO THE STEERING WHEEL. THE CAR THEN STOPPED. A SIMILAR INCIDENT HAPPEND ABOUT THREE OR FOUR MONTHS AGO WHEN MY HUSBAND WAS DRIVING THE CAR.
NHTSA ODI report, 20130325
SAFETY TIMELINE
Spoiler Cover Detachment
Fuel Tank Outlet Flange Leak
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2010-2011 Range Rover Sport vehicles. The upper cover on the rear spoiler may detach from the vehicle.
Remedy: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the spoiler assembly. If the spoiler has not delaminated, a new adhesive will be applied to fully secure the upper spoiler cover.
Campaign 20V623000 — check if this car was fixed
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Range Rover Sport and 2010-2016 LR4 vehicles equipped with 3.0L V6 or 5.0L V8 engines.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel outlet flange, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed October 7, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed May 11, 2022. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837.
Campaign 21V635000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for structure issues (25 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (11 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (10 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 20V623000 (structure) has been completed.
- Verify recall 21V635000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport?
The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport have?
2 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.