The 2017 Range Rover with the 5.0L supercharged V8 is a luxurious but maintenance-intensive vehicle plagued by catastrophic engine failures, transmission oil cooler leaks, and electrical gremlins that require specialty tools and expertise to diagnose properly.
Symptoms: Metallic knocking or rattling from engine bay, especially on cold start, Sudden loss of power with check engine light and low oil pressure warning, Metal shavings in oil during service, White smoke from exhaust indicating coolant intrusion
Fix: Complete engine teardown reveals scored cylinders, spun bearings, or cracked pistons. Most shops recommend short block replacement or full engine rebuild. 35-50 hours labor plus core charges. JLR extended warranty covered some cases through 2020, but most owners are on their own now.
Estimated cost: $15,000-25,000
Transmission Oil Cooler Leak
Common · high severity
Typical onset: 50,000-90,000 mi
Symptoms: Pink or red fluid pooling under vehicle near transmission bell housing, Transmission slipping or harsh shifting when hot, Overheating transmission warning on instrument cluster, Burnt smell from undercarriage after highway driving
Fix: The ZF 8HP transmission cooler lines and integrated cooler fail, allowing cross-contamination between coolant and ATF. Requires transmission removal, complete fluid flush, cooler replacement, and often torque converter replacement. 12-18 hours labor. Catch it early or risk total transmission failure.
Estimated cost: $3,500-6,500
Fuel System Contamination and Pump Failure
Occasional · high severity
Symptoms: Hard starting or extended cranking, especially when tank is below half, Rough idle and hesitation under acceleration, Fuel smell in cabin or near fuel tank area, Check engine light with fuel pressure/mixture codes
Fix: The in-tank fuel pump and filter assembly fails prematurely, often due to debris or ethanol sensitivity. NHTSA recall addressed some units, but failures continue. Requires fuel tank drop, pump/filter module replacement, and full system cleaning. 6-9 hours labor. Some cases required complete fuel system purge due to contamination.
Estimated cost: $2,200-3,800
Instrument Cluster and Electrical System Faults
Common · medium severity
Typical onset: 30,000-70,000 mi
Symptoms: Intermittent gauge failure - speedometer, tach, or fuel gauge going dead, Multiple warning lights illuminating simultaneously with no actual faults, Infotainment system freezing or rebooting randomly, Electrical accessories (windows, seats, mirrors) operating erratically
Fix: Gateway module, instrument cluster, or body control module software corruption or hardware failure. Requires JLR diagnostic tools (SDD/Pathfinder) for proper diagnosis. Simple software updates solve 30% of cases; hardware replacement needed otherwise. 2-5 hours diagnostic/programming labor plus module cost.
Estimated cost: $800-3,200
Transmission Mount Failure
Common · medium severity
Typical onset: 60,000-100,000 mi
Symptoms: Clunking or banging when shifting from Park to Drive/Reverse, Excessive vibration at idle in gear, Visible sagging of transmission when inspected on lift, Harsh engagement during acceleration from stop
Fix: The rear transmission mount tears or separates, allowing excessive drivetrain movement. Common on all ZF 8HP-equipped Range Rovers due to weight and torque. Replacement requires transmission support and subframe access. 3-5 hours labor. Inspect all engine/trans mounts while in there.
Estimated cost: $600-1,200
Seat Belt Pretensioner and Retractor Faults
Occasional · medium severity
Symptoms: Seat belt warning light remains illuminated with all belts fastened, Front seat belts fail to retract smoothly or lock up unexpectedly, Clicking or grinding noise from seat belt mechanism, Check message for restraint system malfunction
Fix: Multiple NHTSA recalls addressed pretensioner wiring and retractor mechanism failures. Requires seat belt buckle, retractor, or pretensioner replacement. JLR-specific parts only. 2-4 hours labor per seat depending on component. Some cases need B-pillar trim removal and wiring harness repair.
Estimated cost: $800-1,800
Owner tips
Run oil analysis every 5,000 miles to catch bearing wear before catastrophic failure - worth every penny on the 5.0L SC
Check transmission fluid color and level every oil change; pink or milky = immediate action needed
Use Top Tier fuel exclusively and add fuel system cleaner every 3,000 miles to combat ethanol-related pump issues
Budget $3,000-5,000 annually for unexpected repairs after warranty expires - these are not cheap to maintain
Find an independent shop with JLR factory tools (SDD software minimum) before buying - dealer-only diagnostics get expensive fast
Only buy if you have a comprehensive extended warranty or $10K+ emergency fund - the engine failure risk alone makes this a financial gamble for the average used buyer.
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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.
Consequence: Suspension arm detachment can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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 September 5, 2025. 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:RETRACTOR · 22V219000
2022-04-05
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."
Consequence: During hard braking before a crash, the seat belt emergency locking retractor may not lock as intended, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: 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 BELTS · 19V350000
2019-05-09
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."
Consequence: If the driver brakes prior to a crash, the ELR will not lock at the correct g-force level, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: 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.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE · 18V337000
2018-05-23
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.
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: 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.
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.
Consequence: A blank instrument cluster will not show important information like vehicle speed, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
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.
Consequence: A fuel line crack may leak fuel into the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: 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:PRETENSIONER · 16V942000
2016-12-29
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.
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: 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.
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