2003 Land Rover Range Rover
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 |
|---|---|
| 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
48% of complaints: power train — 47 distinct reports on file.
16% of complaints: power train — 16 distinct reports on file.
11% of complaints: power train — 11 distinct reports on file.
8% of complaints: power train — 8 distinct reports on file.
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The contact owns a 2003 Land Rover Range Rover. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH on the highway, he felt a vibration and pulled over to inspect the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle then failed to exceed 35 MPH.
NHTSA ODI report, 20220606
DRIVING DOWN A ROAD LOST POWER AND MADE GRINDING NOISE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20171110
7% of complaints: power train — 7 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
FRONT DIFFERENTIAL/DRIVESHAFT FAILURE
FRONT DIFF. / PROPELLER SHAFT FAILURE
LAND ROVER IS RECALLING 19,168 MY 2003-2005 RANGE ROVER VEHICLES. THE FRONT DIFFERENTIAL COUPLING SLEEVE AND THE PROPELLER SHAFT MAY BE MISALIGNED, RESULTING IN SPLINE WEAR OVER A PERIOD OF TIME. AS
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A REVISED DESIGN OF THE PROPELLER SHAFT, THE FLANGE KIT AND HEAT SHIELD KIT. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 6, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT LAND ROVER AT 1-800- 637-6837.
Campaign 08V635000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2003 Land Rover Range Rover — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (47 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (16 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (11 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 08V635000 (power train) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2003 Land Rover Range Rover reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Land Rover Range Rover?
The most-reported component is power train:driveline:differential unit, accounting for 48% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2003 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.