Land Rover LR4 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 139 owner complaints and 7 safety recalls on file for the Land Rover LR4, across 7 model years (2010–2016). The 2016 model year has the most complaints (33). The most reported problem area overall is fuel/propulsion system.
Land Rover LR4 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical LR4 year: 2016. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2016 LR4: 33 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2012 LR4: 25 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2011 LR4: 23 complaints, 1 recall
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2014 LR4: 12 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2015 LR4: 13 complaints, 4 recalls
- 2010 LR4: 16 complaints, 1 recall
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Land Rover LR4 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion System | 34 | 7 | 2 |
| Engine | 32 | 7 | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 26 | 7 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 20 | 6 | 3 |
| Power Train | 10 | 6 | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 9 | 5 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Air Bags | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | 4 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Steering | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Structure | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Suspension | 4 | 4 | 1 |
| Parking Brake | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Equipment | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Land Rover LR4 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 LR4 | 33 | 2 | — | Engine | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2015 LR4 | 13 | 4 | — | Electrical System | Fewer complaints than other years |
| 2014 LR4 | 12 | 2 | — | Engine | Fewer complaints than other years |
| 2013 LR4 | 17 | 3 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | About as many complaints as other years |
| 2012 LR4 | 25 | 2 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | More complaints than other years |
| 2011 LR4 | 23 | 1 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | More complaints than other years |
| 2010 LR4 | 16 | 1 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | Fewer complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Land Rover LR4 years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2016 (33) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical LR4 year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Land Rover LR4?
Fuel/propulsion System, with 34 complaints across 7 model years.
How many recalls does the Land Rover LR4 have?
7 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.