1989 Land Rover Range Rover
Only 5 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 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1987 | 3 |
| 1988 | 2 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1990 | 13 |
| 1991 | 0 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1993 | 8 |
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1995 | 25 |
| 1996 | 35 |
| 1997 | 21 |
| 1998 | 24 |
| 1999 | 29 |
| 2000 | 26 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2002 | 14 |
| 2003 | 97 |
| 2004 | 51 |
| 2005 | 35 |
| 2006 | 52 |
| 2007 | 14 |
| 2008 | 30 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2010 | 14 |
| 2011 | 15 |
| 2012 | 19 |
| 2013 | 26 |
| 2014 | 41 |
| 2015 | 71 |
| 2016 | 73 |
| 2017 | 61 |
| 2018 | 24 |
| 2019 | 15 |
| 2020 | 20 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2022 | 3 |
| 2023 | 21 |
| 2024 | 10 |
| 2025 | 7 |
| 2026 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 5 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 5 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
SUDDEN ACCELERATION, CAUSING LOSS OF CONTROL/ACCIDENT/INJURY. (ATTORNEY FOR CLIENT) *SKD
NHTSA ODI report, 19960310
1 of 5 total reports mentions: steering.
Show complaint excerpts
NO SUMMARY INCLUDED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19991119
1 of 5 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.
Show complaint excerpts
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1989 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 176000. THE FUEL TANK IS CORRODED AT THE BOTTOM AND LEAKS GAS.
NHTSA ODI report, 20070608
1 of 5 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.
Show complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1989 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE PARKED, FUEL LEAKED FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR WAS THE VEHICLE REPAIRED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20141104
1 of 5 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.
Show complaint excerpts
NO SUMMARY INCLUDED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19991119
SAFETY TIMELINE
THE BOTTOM OF THE FUEL TANK CAN CORRODE OVER TIME ALLOWING FUEL TO LEAK.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FUEL TANK AND REPLACE THE TANK IF NEEDED.
Campaign 95V155000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1989 Land Rover Range Rover — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for steering issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 95V155000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL
BEST YEARS
WORST YEARS
FAQ
Is the 1989 Land Rover Range Rover 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 1989 Land Rover Range Rover?
The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 20% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1989 Land Rover Range Rover 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.