2008 Land Rover Range Rover
This year had at least 30% fewer 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 | 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
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
43% of complaints: air bags — 13 distinct reports on file.
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Bought a SUV from a car lot was told the only problem it had was the o2 sensor needed to be changed test drive was good so had it a few days driving it got to be extremely bouncy ended up taking to my mechanic he said the struts are worn down...
NHTSA ODI report, 20260402
Also filed under SUSPENSION
20% of complaints: service brakes — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.
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ON FOUR DIFFERENT OCCASIONS OVER THE COURSE OF ABOUT 10 YEARS, WITH FOOT PRESSING HARD ON BRAKE TOWARD BOTTOM LEFT SIDE OF THE BRAKE, THE CAR ACCELERATED. FIRST TIME, I WAS AT AN ATM. FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20190721
Also filed under VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
13% of complaints: power train — 4 distinct reports on file.
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE WOULD JERK VIOLENTLY.
NHTSA ODI report, 20110808
10% of complaints: suspension — 3 distinct reports on file.
7% of complaints: structure — 2 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hinge and attachments.
INJURYShow complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. The contact stated that while entering the front passenger side of the vehicle and using the passenger side hand grip, the hand grip fractured.
NHTSA ODI report, 20220310
DRIVING SOUTH ON I-75 AT 70 MPH,(SPEED LIMIT), AND THEIR WAS A HIGH PITCHED SOUND, FOLLOWED BY 2 METAL SOUNDING CLICKS, AND WE PULLED TO THE SIDE OF THE INTERSTATE, HOWEVER, PRIOR TP GETTING OFF THE INTERSTATE THE CAR STARTED SHAKING VIOLENTLY,...
NHTSA ODI report, 20080512
Also filed under STEERING
SAFETY TIMELINE
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2006-2012 Land Rover Range Rover vehicles manufactured April 15, 2005, to September 4, 2012.
Remedy: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left and right front brake hoses, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2015. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837.
Campaign 15V039000 — check if this car was fixed
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 Land Rover Range Rover vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South...
Remedy: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag assemblies, free of charge. The recall began March 2017. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837.
Campaign 16V374000 — check if this car was fixed
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2012 Land Rover Range Rover vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto...
Remedy: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag assemblies, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2017. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837.
Campaign 17V015000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2008 Land Rover Range Rover — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (13 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (4 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 15V039000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V374000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V015000 (air bags) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2008 Land Rover Range Rover reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Land Rover Range Rover?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 43% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2008 Land Rover Range Rover have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.