2004 Land Rover Range Rover
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.
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
16% of complaints: steering — 8 distinct reports on file.
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THIS RANGE ROVER STEERING IS DEFINITELY, BLIND SPOT WARNING DOESN'T WORK, FUEL GAUGE NEVER NOW HOW MUCH FUEL IS IN THE TANK BEFORE IT RUNS OUT OF FUEL.
NHTSA ODI report, 20210301
16% of complaints: power train — 8 distinct reports on file.
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The contact owns a 2004 Land Rover Range Rover. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle independently downshifted without warning.
NHTSA ODI report, 20231221
14% of complaints: power train — 7 distinct reports on file.
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I WAS TRAVELING IN MY 2004 RANGE ROVER WITH 47K MILES ON I-H201 IN HAWAII AT 55 MPH WITH CRUISE CONTROL ON WHEN THE ENGINE SUDDENLY REVVED UP, THE WARNING SIGN CAME ON AND SAID TO PUT THE CAR IN NEUTRAL AND IT STOPPED ACCELERATING.
NHTSA ODI report, 20080311
MY HUSBAND, SON 10 YRS OLD, MYSELF , AND TWO PUGS WERE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY 31 AT APPX 65 MPH WHEN SUDDENLY OUR CAR MADE A LOUD CRACK NOISE AND SUDDENLY STOPPED ACCELERATING TELLING US TO PUT THE CAR IN NEUTRAL.
NHTSA ODI report, 20080302
2004 RANGE ROVER FRONT DIFFERENTIAL FAILURE ON HIGHWAY, SUDDENLY LOST POWER COULD HAVE BEEN VERY SERIOUS IN HEAVY TRAFFIC, HAD TODDLER AND INFANT IN CAR. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20080227
12% of complaints: suspension — 6 distinct reports on file.
10% of complaints: power train — 5 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
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
2004 Land Rover Range Rover — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for steering issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 08V635000 (power train) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2004 Land Rover Range Rover reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Land Rover Range Rover?
The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 16% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2004 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.