1997 Land Rover Range Rover
Only 21 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 21 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 |
|---|---|
| 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 21 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
2 of 21 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.
2 of 21 total reports mention: engine.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, SMOKE BEGAN TO EMIT THROUGH THE VENTS AND THE HOOD. THE CONTACT DISCOVERED THAT THERE WAS FIRE COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD.
NHTSA ODI report, 20141229
1 of 21 total reports mentions: visibility.
1 of 21 total reports mentions: visibility.
1 of 21 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
WHEN GOING FROM PARK TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED OUT OF CONTROL. WENT INTO GARAGE, PUSHED THE WALL AWAY THEN THE CAR WAS PUT IN REVERSE STILL ACCELERATING; THE IGNITION WAS TURNED OFF, PUT IN PARK, THEN IT ROLLED BACKWARDS 12 FEET BY ITSELF.
NHTSA ODI report, 19970609
SAFETY TIMELINE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. CERTAIN UNDERHOOD HOSE AND TUBING COMPONENTS CAN FAIL ALLOWING FLUID TO LEAK, SUCH AS ENGINE COOLANT, WINDSHIELD WIPER FLUID, AND AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THESE VEHICLES AND REPLACE THESE COMPONENTS. NOTE THAT NOT ALL COMPONENTS WILL NEED TO BE REPLACED.
Campaign 98V149000 — check if this car was fixed
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. AS A RESULT OF WATER INGRESS AND SUBSEQUENT ICE BLOCKAGE, THE TRANSMISSION BREATHER TUBE CAN BECOME CLOGGED, EXPELLING TRANSMISSION FLUID FROM THE DIPSTI
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE TRANSMISSION BREATHER TUBE FROM THE INNER FENDER AND A SECTION OF THE HOSE WILL BE CUT AT AN ANGLE. THIS ACTION WILL REMOVE THE END OF THE BREATHER TUBE FROM ANY POOLED WATER
Campaign 99V007000 — check if this car was fixed
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. COOLANT SYSTEM LEAKS HAVE BEEN IDENTIFIED IN AREAS WHERE THE COOLANT COULD BE SUBJECTED TO ELEVATED TEMPERATURES.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL MAKE A SERIES OF MODIFICATIONS TO SEVERAL UNDERHOOD HOSE COMPONENTS TO ELIMINATE THE RELEASE OF ENGINE COOLANT.
Campaign 00V328000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1997 Land Rover Range Rover — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 98V149000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
- Verify recall 99V007000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
- Verify recall 00V328000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1997 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 1997 Land Rover Range Rover?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling:cooling system, accounting for 10% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1997 Land Rover Range Rover have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.