2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Range Rover Sport years
- Far more complaints than other years 2nd of 22 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 63 complaints with NHTSA about the 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. That ranks 2nd out of 22 Range Rover Sport model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is structure (25 complaints, 40%), typically at around 77,000 miles. Complaints mention 2 crashes, 1 fire, 1 injury. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 2 defect investigations involving it.
- 63owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 2NHTSA investigations
- 2complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Structure | 25 | 40% | 77,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 10 | 16% | 90,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 10 | 16% | 133,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 8 | 13% | 102,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 4 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 3 | 5% | 162,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 3 | 5% | 108,291 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 2 | 3% | 114,601 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 2 | 3% | 5,300 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 3% | 5,750 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 3% | 7,500 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Air | 2 | 3% | 139,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 2 | 3% | 6,150 | — | — |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Child Seat | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 2% | 110,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 2% | 46,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump:mounting plate/flange
Problem: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Range Rover Sport and 2010-2016 LR4 vehicles equipped with 3.0L V6 or 5.0L V8 engines. The fuel outlet flange mounted on the fuel tank may crack, possibly resulting in a fuel leak.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel outlet flange, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed October 7, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed May 11, 2022. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N623.
Structure:body
Problem: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2010-2011 Range Rover Sport vehicles. The upper cover on the rear spoiler may detach from the vehicle.
Risk: If the spoiler detaches while driving, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the spoiler assembly. If the spoiler has not delaminated, a new adhesive will be applied to fully secure the upper spoiler cover. If the outer surface of the rear spoiler has detached, been lost or damaged, a new spoiler will be installed. The repairs will be performed free of charge. Final Owner letters were mailed May 21, 2021. Owners can contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-369-1000. Land Rover's number for this recall is N499.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Fuel Tank Outlet Flange Leak (PE20018) — opened Nov 5, 2020, closed Mar 24, 2022, led to recall 21V635000.
- Spoiler Cover Detachment (PE20007) — opened May 7, 2020, closed Oct 30, 2020, led to recall 20V623000.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
My vehicle overheated due to a cracked rear engine coolant pipe. The vehicle is out of warranty and has been inoperable since August 2025 due to repair cost.
My 2011 Range Rover Sport HSE experienced a severe fuse box failure. Fuses F15, F18, and F20 melted, causing wiring damage and disabling multiple systems. This failure appears to be due to a design or manufacturing defect and poses a serious fire hazard, putting the vehicle and occupants at risk…
The fuel tank strap, also known as a fuel tank heat shield, protects the gas tank from debris during driving and off-road use. The original part number is WFN500021 which replaces WFI500053. Due to the metal chosen to make this shield, and the materials of other parts around it, it suffers from…
The contact owns a 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended. In addition, the low brake fluid warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the brake…
The contact owns a 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the front cover on the spoiler detached and flew off the vehicle. The contact became aware that the spoiler cover had detached after arriving at the destination and parking the…
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport?
Owners most often report structure, fuel/propulsion system, fuel system, gasoline problems. The top one, structure, accounts for 25 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Range Rover Sport model years, the 2011 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.