Is the 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Sport reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is rated "typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Sport?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 45% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Sport have?

5 recalls on file for this model year.

2018 Land Rover Range Rover Sport

● Typical for this model

2018 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
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This year's complaint volume is within 30% of 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 33
Recalls: 5
Investigations: 1
Top problem: Engine

Complaints per year

2018: 33 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

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Engine

45% · 15 reports

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My family and I were driving home in my 2018 Range Rover Sport, which I purchased in 2019 from Land Rover of Sudbury (Massachusetts).

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-03-13

The engine overheating light came on followed by coolant level low. There was a rattling sound coming from underneath, the car slowed down, and smoke came into the air vents in the car and was smoking under the hood when pulled over.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-11-16

The 2018 model has a significant throttle delay when accelerating the car from a stop, resulting in delay in movement after pressing the accelerator pedal.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-06-06

Electrical system

24% · 8 reports

Vehicle speed control

12% · 4 reports

Suspension

9% · 3 reports

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Lower control arms failing, rubber gone creating uneven tire wear, driftng when driving and going over bumps. Less than 60k miles

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-21

Fuel/propulsion system

9% · 3 reports

Safety timeline

5 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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2018-10-17Forward collision avoidance18V625000 Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2018 Land Rover Range Rover, Land Rover Range Rover Sport and Land Rover Discovery vehicles.

Remedy: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. The recall began October 17, 2018. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837, Option 9.

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2019-10-02Back over prevention19V603000 Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2018 Range Rover and Range Rover Sport vehicles equipped with Continental Surround Camera Systems.

Remedy: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the infotainment system software, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2019. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837.

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2021-04-07Exterior lighting21V117000 Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC. (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, Discovery, and Range Rover Velar vehicles.

Remedy: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. The recall began April 7, 2021. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N556.

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2024-03-04Back over prevention24V023000 Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Range Rover and Range Rover Sport vehicles equipped with a Surround Camera System.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rearview camera and add a new seal or replace the camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed to Range Rover owners March 4, 2024.

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2024-07-18Back over prevention24V364000 Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Range Rover Sport vehicles equipped with a Surround Camera System.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rearview camera for damage. If no damage is found, the camera will be fitted with a new seal. If damage is found, the camera will be replaced and calibrated. Repairs will be performed free of charge.

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2026-04-24Engineering analysisOpen Front Steering Knuckle Fractures

Buy-smart checklist

2018 Land Rover Range Rover Sport — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Engine: 15 reports on file for this year.
Electrical system: 8 reports on file for this year.
Vehicle speed control: 4 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 18V625000 · Forward collision avoidance
Recall 19V603000 · Back over prevention
Recall 21V117000 · Exterior lighting
Recall 24V023000 · Back over prevention
Recall 24V364000 · Back over prevention

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FAQ

Is the 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Sport reliable?: Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Sport?: The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 45% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Sport have?: 5 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.