The 2017 Range Rover Sport with the 3.0L supercharged V6 is a capable luxury SUV plagued by catastrophic engine failures and cooling system weaknesses that can bankrupt unsuspecting owners. These aren't just high-mileage wear items—many engines fail prematurely due to fundamental design flaws.
Symptoms: Metallic knocking or ticking from engine bay, Sudden loss of power under load, Check engine light with misfire codes, Metal shavings in oil during changes, Oil consumption exceeding 1 quart per 1,000 miles
Fix: Complete engine rebuild or replacement required. Most failures trace to cylinder liner issues causing scoring, or bearing failures from oiling problems. Expect 30-40 labor hours for used engine swap, 50-70 hours for complete rebuild. Many shops won't touch rebuilds—replacement is safer.
Estimated cost: $12,000-22,000
Transmission Oil Cooler Failure and Cooler Line Leaks
Common · high severity
Typical onset: 50,000-90,000 mi
Symptoms: Transmission fluid leaking from front of vehicle, Pink fluid puddles under engine bay, Transmission overheating warnings, Harsh shifting or slipping when hot, Milky transmission fluid (coolant cross-contamination)
Fix: Cooler itself cracks or cooler lines corrode at connections. When cooler fails internally, coolant mixes with ATF—requiring full transmission flush or replacement. External leaks need cooler and lines replaced. 6-10 hours labor depending on contamination extent.
Estimated cost: $2,200-5,500
Supercharger Coupler Failure and Bearing Noise
Occasional · high severity
Typical onset: 60,000-100,000 mi
Symptoms: High-pitched whining from front of engine that increases with RPM, Sudden loss of boost/power, Rubber dust around supercharger pulley, Check engine light with boost pressure codes, Burning rubber smell
Fix: Rubber coupler between supercharger and drive pulley deteriorates and disintegrates. Sometimes bearings go first. Requires supercharger removal and rebuild or coupler replacement. 8-12 hours labor. Many owners upgrade to billet coupler during repair.
Estimated cost: $2,800-4,500
Timing Chain Stretch and Guide Wear
Occasional · high severity
Typical onset: 70,000-120,000 mi
Symptoms: Rattling on cold start that quiets after 5-10 seconds, Check engine light with cam/crank correlation codes, Rough idle or hesitation, Timing chain noise from front of engine
Fix: Chains stretch and guides wear, causing timing slop. Can lead to valve-to-piston contact if catastrophic. Requires front engine teardown: chains, guides, tensioners, VVT solenoids. 16-22 hours labor. Do water pump and thermostat while you're in there.
Estimated cost: $4,500-7,000
Transmission Mount Failure
Common · medium severity
Typical onset: 40,000-80,000 mi
Symptoms: Clunking when shifting from Park to Drive or Reverse, Vibration through cabin at idle in gear, Excessive movement felt during acceleration, Visual tears or separation in rubber mount
Fix: Hydraulic transmission mount tears or collapses, allowing excessive driveline movement. Relatively straightforward replacement but requires supporting transmission. 2-3 hours labor. Replace all motor mounts if budget allows—they fail similarly.
Estimated cost: $600-1,200
Fuel Filter/Fuel Pump Assembly Clogging
Occasional · medium severity
Typical onset: 60,000-100,000 mi
Symptoms: Hard starting after sitting overnight, Hesitation or stumbling during acceleration, Limp mode activation under heavy throttle, Fuel pressure codes, Stalling when fuel tank below 1/4 full
Fix: In-tank fuel filter clogs or pump weakens. Filter not serviceable separately in many cases—requires entire pump module. Tank must be dropped. 4-6 hours labor. Use quality fuel and keep tank above 1/4 to extend life.
Estimated cost: $1,200-2,200
Electrical Gremlins (Instrument Cluster and Module Failures)
Occasional · medium severity
Symptoms: Intermittent gauge failures or flickering displays, Random warning lights that clear on restart, Infotainment freezing or rebooting, Battery drain when parked, Module communication faults
Fix: Various control modules suffer from software glitches or solder joint failures. Diagnosis requires manufacturer scan tool. Software updates fix some issues; hardware replacement needed for others. Instrument cluster replacement runs 3-4 hours, other modules vary. Check for TSBs first.
Estimated cost: $800-3,500
Owner tips
Change engine oil every 5,000 miles maximum with quality synthetic—extended intervals kill these engines faster
Monitor oil level religiously; consumption is early warning sign of impending engine failure
Service transmission fluid every 40,000 miles despite 'lifetime fill' claim—prevents cooler and valve body issues
Budget $2,000-3,000 annually for unexpected repairs after 60,000 miles—these are not cheap to maintain
Get pre-purchase inspection focusing on engine compression test, oil analysis, and undercarriage leak check
Extended warranty is almost mandatory if buying used—engine replacement alone exceeds most vehicle values
Avoid unless you have deep pockets or comprehensive warranty—the engine failure risk alone makes this a financial gamble most DIYers and independents should pass on.
AI-assisted summary drawn from NHTSA recall data, our labor-times database, and platform knowledge. Not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection on a specific vehicle.
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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.
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front suspension knuckles, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed October 9, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. 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:ARM · 25V514000
2025-08-08 · PE25006
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 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: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.
Size-standard part numbers — verify your connector type before buying. Rear blades are model-specific; check the package's vehicle list.
Fuel economy figures are EPA data via fueleconomy.gov (median across matching trims). Performance figures are compiled estimates for the 2017 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 3.0L V6 Supercharged and can vary by trim.
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