2010 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER SPORT

Typical onset: 60,000-100,000 mi

Symptoms: Rattling noise on cold start that quiets after warmup, Check engine light with timing-related codes (P0016, P0017, P0018), Sudden loss of power or complete engine seizure in worst cases, Metal shavings in oil during changes

Fix: Timing chain tensioners and guides fail, allowing chain slack that destroys pistons, valves, and cylinder walls. Requires complete engine teardown or replacement. 35-50 labor hours for proper rebuild including new pistons, rings, head gaskets, and timing components. Many shops opt for used/remanufactured long blocks to save time.

Estimated cost: $12,000-18,000

Typical onset: 70,000-110,000 mi

Symptoms: Transmission fluid appears milky or strawberry-colored, Coolant level dropping without visible leaks, Harsh shifting or slipping between gears, Overheating transmission temperature warnings

Fix: Internal transmission cooler inside the radiator fails, allowing coolant and ATF to mix. Requires radiator replacement, complete transmission fluid flush (often multiple times), and new transmission oil cooler lines. If driven after contamination starts, transmission rebuild is also needed. 8-12 hours for cooler/radiator only, add 25-35 hours if transmission is damaged.

Estimated cost: $2,500-4,000 (cooler only), $8,000-12,000 (with transmission rebuild)

Typical onset: 80,000-130,000 mi

Symptoms: Loud whining or grinding noise from engine bay under acceleration, Loss of boost pressure and significant power reduction, Supercharger oil leaking from front seal, Check engine light with boost-related codes

Fix: Front bearing in the supercharger nose fails, or the rubber coupler disintegrates. Requires supercharger removal and rebuild or replacement. 12-16 hours including removal, rebuild, and reinstallation with new oil and gaskets.

Estimated cost: $3,500-5,500

Typical onset: 60,000-100,000 mi

Symptoms: Vehicle sitting low on one or more corners after sitting overnight, Suspension fault warnings on dashboard, Compressor running constantly or making loud cycling noises, Inability to raise or lower vehicle height

Fix: Air springs develop leaks and compressor wears out from overwork. Individual bags run $400-600 each plus 2-3 hours labor per corner. Compressor replacement is 3-4 hours. Most owners eventually convert to coil springs ($1,500-2,000) to avoid ongoing air suspension costs.

Estimated cost: $800-1,200 per air spring, $1,500-2,200 for compressor

Typical onset: 50,000-90,000 mi

Symptoms: Intermittent or complete no-start condition, Engine stalling while driving, especially when hot, Rough running and misfires under load, Fuel pump whining audible from rear of vehicle

Fix: Both the in-tank fuel pump module and high-pressure direct-injection pump on the engine can fail. In-tank module requires dropping the fuel tank (4-6 hours). High-pressure pump on engine is 3-5 hours and often damages the camshaft lobe it rides on, requiring additional head work.

Estimated cost: $1,200-1,800 (in-tank), $2,500-4,000 (high-pressure pump with cam lobe repair)

Typical onset: 70,000-120,000 mi

Symptoms: Fluid spots under vehicle after parking, Grinding or whining from drivetrain during acceleration, HDC/Terrain Response faults on dashboard, Clunking when shifting from Park to Drive

Fix: Seals fail in transfer case and differentials, leading to low fluid levels and eventual internal damage. Catching early means seal replacement (3-5 hours for transfer case, 2-3 hours per differential). If driven low on fluid, complete unit replacement needed. Transfer case is 8-12 hours to replace.

Estimated cost: $600-1,200 (seal replacement), $3,500-5,000 (transfer case replacement)

Typical onset: 60,000-100,000 mi

Symptoms: Coolant puddles under vehicle, usually passenger side, Sweet smell from engine bay, Overheating warnings, especially in traffic, Visible coolant weeping from front of engine or side of block

Fix: Water pump develops leaks from seal or housing cracks. Plastic thermostat housing also cracks frequently. Water pump is 5-7 hours on the supercharged V8 due to tight engine bay. Replace both together along with hoses and coolant.

Estimated cost: $1,200-2,000