2002 Land Rover Range Rover
Only 14 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 14 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 | 52 |
| 2005 | 35 |
| 2006 | 52 |
| 2007 | 14 |
| 2008 | 30 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2010 | 14 |
| 2011 | 15 |
| 2012 | 20 |
| 2013 | 26 |
| 2014 | 41 |
| 2015 | 71 |
| 2016 | 73 |
| 2017 | 61 |
| 2018 | 26 |
| 2019 | 15 |
| 2020 | 23 |
| 2021 | 12 |
| 2022 | 3 |
| 2023 | 21 |
| 2024 | 10 |
| 2025 | 8 |
| 2026 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 14 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
9 of 14 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing differential unit and driveshaft.
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DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY GOING ABOUT 55 MPH THE CAR STARTED SHAKING I ALMOST HIT A CAR AND COULD HAVE DROVE OFF THE SIDE OF THE FREEWAY AS I LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE I WAS SO SCARED THERE WAS NO WARNING.
NHTSA ODI report, 20130708
4 of 14 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing air suspension system.
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WHILE DRIVING AT 60 MPH ON THE MARYLAND 495 BELTWAY (HIGHWAY) MY VEHICLE (STEERING WHEEL, BODY OF VEHICLE, MYSELF, ETC.) JUST STARTED SHAKING VIOLENTLY AND EXTREMELY HARD TO CONTROL.
NHTSA ODI report, 20160809
Also filed under STEERING
PURCHASED VEHICLE 1-28-06. BROKE DOWN ON 2-05-06, EIGHT DAYS LATER. HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO THE NEAREST LAND ROVER DEALER WHERE THEY IDENTIFIED MANY PROBLEMS WITH THE CAR INCLUDING SOME THAT MAKE THE CAR UNSAFE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20060206
Also filed under ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
4 of 14 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing exhaust system and belts and associated pulleys.
2 of 14 total reports mention: equipment, most commonly citing radio/tape deck/cd etc..
2 of 14 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
FRONT DIFFERENTIAL/DRIVESHAFT FAILURE
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2002 Land Rover Range Rover — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (9 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (4 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (4 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 2002 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 2002 Land Rover Range Rover?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 64% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2002 Land Rover Range Rover have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.