2017 Land Rover Range Rover Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Sep 16, 2026 · 62 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Range Rover years
Far more complaints than other years 4th of 32 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 62 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Land Rover Range Rover. That ranks 4th out of 32 Range Rover model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is steering (16 complaints, 26%), typically at around 78,682 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 fire, 2 injuries. There are 8 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 3 defect investigations involving it.

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Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2017 Land Rover Range Rover problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Steering16 · ~78,682 mi
Suspension11
Electrical System8 · ~72,399 mi
Engine7 · ~3,000 mi
Fuel/propulsion System6 · ~41,500 mi
Structure6 · ~90,399 mi
Unknown or Other6 · ~30,000 mi
Air Bags3 · ~22,000 mi
Lane Departure3 · ~30,000 mi
Power Train3 · ~22,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Steering1626%78,682——
Suspension1118%———
Electrical System813%72,399——
Engine711%3,000——
Fuel/propulsion System610%41,500——
Structure610%90,399——
Unknown or Other610%30,000——
Air Bags35%22,000——
Lane Departure35%30,000——
Power Train35%22,000——
Service Brakes35%15,631——
Engine and Engine Cooling23%67,785——
Fuel System, Gasoline23%76,550——
Seat Belts23%46,000——
Electronic Stability Control (esc)12%1,261——
Exterior Lighting12%———
Fuel System, Diesel12%33,000——
Seats12%———
Vehicle Speed Control12%22,000——
Visibility/wiper12%1,220——
Wheels12%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2025, with 22 complaints
2017: 4201742018: 4201842019: 2201922020: 1202012021: 3202132022: 1202212023: 4202342024: 3202432025: 222025222026: 18202618

n = 62 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2017 Land Rover Range Rover recalls (8)

Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.

Steering:linkages:knuckle:spindle:armAug 13, 2026 · NHTSA campaign 26V527000 · 14 vehicles

Problem: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Range Rover vehicles. The front suspension knuckles may have been replaced with incorrect parts during a prior recall remedy repair.

Risk: An incorrect suspension knuckle may not perform as expected, possibly resulting in a loss of vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the front suspension knuckles, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 30, 2026. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is D148.

Steering:linkages:knuckle:spindle:armAug 8, 2025 · NHTSA campaign 25V514000 · 121,509 vehicles

Problem: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Range Rover and Range Rover Sport vehicles. The front suspension upper knuckle joint may crack, which can result in suspension arm detachment.

Risk: Suspension arm detachment can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the front suspension knuckles and install a retaining bracket or replace the knuckle, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 11, 2026. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's numbers for this recall are D019, N759, D041, and D027. This recall expands and replaces previous NHTSA recall number 24V840.

Seat belts:front:retractorApr 5, 2022 · NHTSA campaign 22V219000 · 14,812 vehicles

Problem: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Range Rover and Range Rover Sport vehicles. The driver's seat belt emergency locking retractor may not lock as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies" and 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Risk: During hard braking before a crash, the seat belt emergency locking retractor may not lock as intended, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 29, 2022. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N678. This recall replaces NHTSA recall number 19V-350. Vehicles previously inspected under recall 19V-350 that did not receive a replacement seat belt assembly will need to have this new recall remedy performed.

Seat beltsMay 9, 2019 · NHTSA campaign 19V350000 · 16,186 vehicles

Problem: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Range Rover and Range Rover Sport vehicles. The driver's seat belt Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) may not lock as designed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."

Risk: If the driver brakes prior to a crash, the ELR will not lock at the correct g-force level, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat belt assembly, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began September 10, 2019. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N333.

Electrical system:software; fuel system, gasolineMay 23, 2018 · NHTSA campaign 18V337000 · 1,917 vehicles

Problem: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2017 Land Rover Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, and Discovery vehicles. The fuel gauge on these vehicles may indicate that the fuel level is low and illuminate the warning lamp, when the fuel tank actually has more fuel. The engine management software may also cut off the engine when the vehicle has traveled approximately 17 more miles.

Risk: If the engine were to shut off, it can cause loss of power brake assistance. An engine stall would cause a loss of drive power. Both scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will install a software update to correct the fuel level reading, free of charge. The recall began on June 22, 2018. Owners may Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N206.

Electrical system: instrument cluster/panelOct 26, 2017 · NHTSA campaign 17V679000 · 21,998 vehicles

Problem: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2017 Land Rover Range Rover and Range Rover Sport vehicles. The instrument cluster (IC) may intermittently go blank.

Risk: A blank instrument cluster will not show important information like vehicle speed, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 19, 2017. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N124.

Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pumpAug 4, 2017 · NHTSA campaign 17V490000 · 1 vehicles

Problem: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling one 2017 Land Rover Range Rover vehicle. A bolt used to attach the high pressure fuel pump may be too long. As a result, the fuel pump may not be properly secured and the fuel line may crack and leak.

Risk: A fuel line crack may leak fuel into the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire.

Fix: Land Rover will notify the owner, and a dealer will replace both fuel pumps and the associated fuel lines, free of charge. The recall began September 16, 2017. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N074.

Seat belts:pretensionerDec 29, 2016 · NHTSA campaign 16V942000 · 13,500 vehicles

Problem: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2017 Land Rover Discovery Sport vehicles and 2016-2017 Land Rover Range Rover and Range Rover Sport vehicles. The affected vehicles have seatbelt pretensioners that may not function properly in the event of a crash.

Risk: If the front seat seatbelt pretensioners do not function properly, the seat occupants may not be adequately restrained in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front seat belt assemblies, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 20, 2017. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is P095.

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

  • Front Steering Knuckle Fractures (EA26003) — opened Apr 24, 2026, still open.
  • Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture (EA21002) — opened Sep 17, 2021, still open.
  • Front Steering Knuckle Fractures (PE25006) — opened Jun 27, 2025, closed Apr 24, 2026, led to recall 25V514.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

I took my Range Rover in for a recall issue and was told my fuel tank shield is corroded and failing. This is a very serious issue and seems to be a recurring problem due to galvanic corrosion from reaction of steel and aluminum contact. It isn't an easy, or cost effective fix due to having to…

Fuel/propulsion System · received Sep 16, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11764605

Fuel tank shield have rusted and deteriorated to the extent that the fuel tank is no longer protected.

Fuel/propulsion System · received Jun 5, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11742355

On [XXX], my 2017 Land Rover Range Rover HSE Td6 diesel (VIN: [XXX] ) suffered a complete, catastrophic engine failure without warning at approximately 70 mph on [XXX] . My wife and our two infant sons (ages [XXX] and [XXX] ) were passengers. There were no prior warning lights or symptoms. The…

Power Train · received May 25, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11739888

Per a factory recall — NTSB has ordered the following recall; Manufacturer Recall Number D027 NHTSA Recall Number 25V-514 Recall Status Recall Incomplete, remedy not yet available Summary A concern has been identified on certain 2014 and all 2015 to 2017 ModelYear Range Rover (L405) and Range…

Suspension · received Apr 16, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11731721

My 2017 Land Rover, Range Rover has rusted fuel tank shields. I have owned this vehicle for seven of its nine years and has been babied. When I brought my Range Rover in for a NTSB MANDATED FACTORY RECALL THEY neglected even noting this issue. Which is a very common issue, I brought my rover into…

Fuel/propulsion System · received Apr 16, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11731729

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Land Rover Range Rover?

Owners most often report steering, suspension, electrical system problems. The top one, steering, accounts for 16 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2017 Land Rover Range Rover?

Yes, 8 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2017 Land Rover Range Rover a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Range Rover model years, the 2017 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.