The 2022 Range Rover L460 represents a major redesign with new MLA-Flex architecture and updated powertrains. While too new for widespread high-mileage failures, early adopters are already seeing significant P400 mild-hybrid engine issues and electrical gremlins that mirror classic Land Rover complexity.
Symptoms: sudden loss of power with check engine light, metallic knocking from lower engine, oil pressure warning, complete seizure in severe cases
Fix: Crankshaft bearing failure and piston ring issues are documented on early P400 engines, often requiring complete short block replacement or engine rebuild. This is a 25-35 hour job including diagnosis, removal, installation, and calibration. Some cases covered under warranty extension, but post-warranty failures are devastating.
Estimated cost: $18,000-28,000
DC/DC Converter Failure (48V Mild Hybrid System)
Occasional · high severity
Symptoms: vehicle won't start despite charged 12V battery, multiple electrical system warnings, complete loss of all vehicle functions, 48V system fault messages
Fix: The DC/DC converter bridges the 48V mild-hybrid battery to the 12V vehicle systems. When it fails, the entire vehicle is dead. NHTSA recall issued but doesn't cover all failure modes. Replacement takes 3-4 hours including system recalibration and software updates.
Estimated cost: $2,800-4,200
Backup Camera System Failure
Common · medium severity
Symptoms: intermittent black screen when shifting to reverse, camera view freezes or pixelates, complete loss of rear camera function, park assist disabled warnings
Fix: Multiple NHTSA recalls address this, but issues persist. Often requires camera module replacement AND software updates to infotainment system. Water intrusion at camera seal is common culprit. 2-3 hours labor including trim removal and recalibration.
Estimated cost: $1,200-1,800
Transmission Oil Cooler Line Leaks
Occasional · medium severity
Typical onset: 20,000-50,000 mi
Symptoms: transmission fluid spots under vehicle, low transmission fluid warnings, transmission overheating messages, harsh shifting when fluid level drops
Fix: The ZF 8-speed's cooler lines and connections leak at crimp points and quick-disconnects. Requires cooler line replacement and fresh ATF fill. Access is difficult on the L460 due to packaging. 4-6 hours labor depending on which line fails.
Estimated cost: $1,400-2,200
Pivi Pro Infotainment System Crashes and Freezes
Common · low severity
Symptoms: touchscreen becomes unresponsive, system reboots randomly while driving, navigation freezes or crashes, climate controls locked out during system freeze
Fix: The new Pivi Pro system has software stability issues. Most cases resolved with OTA updates or dealer reflash (1.5 hours), but some require complete infotainment module replacement (4-5 hours). Land Rover has issued multiple software updates but hasn't eliminated the issue.
Estimated cost: $200-3,500
Electronic Tailgate Latch Failure
Occasional · medium severity
Symptoms: tailgate won't open with button or key fob, manual release required repeatedly, tailgate ajar warning when fully closed, power tailgate operates but won't latch
Fix: Electronic latch mechanism fails, often due to moisture intrusion or internal motor failure. NHTSA recall issued for some VINs. Requires latch assembly replacement with tailgate trim removal. 2-3 hours labor plus recalibration to vehicle.
Estimated cost: $900-1,400
Owner tips
Verify warranty status before purchase—many 2022s still under factory coverage through 2026
Insist on complete service history showing transmission fluid changes every 40k miles despite 'lifetime fill' claims
Budget $2-3k annually for out-of-warranty repairs once factory coverage expires
Avoid early production 2022 models (built before 12/2021) which have highest rate of P400 engine issues
Only consider if still under comprehensive factory warranty—the P400 engine failures and electrical complexity make post-warranty ownership a financial gamble unless you have deep pockets or excellent extended coverage.
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.
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2020-2026 Land Rover Defender, 2021-2026 Discovery, and 2022-2026 Range Rover vehicles. The driver’s air bag clockspring connector may corrode, which can cause the air bag not to deploy as intended.
Consequence: An air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will apply a protective lubricant gel to the driver’s air bag connector terminals, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed August 3, 2026. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is D120.
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Velar and Land Rover Discovery, 2020-2023 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque, 2019-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, 2020-2024 Land Rover Range Rover, 2020 Land Rover Discovery Sport, 2020-2024 Land Rover Defender, 2021-2024 Jaguar F-Pace, and 2021-2022 Jaguar E-Pace mild-hybrid electric vehicles (MHEVs.) The DC-DC converter can fail due to an internal fault in the boost control microchip. A failure of the DC-DC converter will result in a loss of 12-Volt system charging and can lead to complete loss of drive power and exterior lighting.
Consequence: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The remedy for this recall is currently under development. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed June 17, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 800-637-6837. Land Rover's numbers for this recall are D126 and H575.
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA · 24V947000
2024-12-19
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Range Rover vehicles. Water may enter into the rearview camera, which can cause the rearview camera image not to appear on the display or display a distorted image.
Consequence: A rearview camera image that does not display can decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed April 22, 2025. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N946.
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA · 24V023000
2024-01-18
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Range Rover and Range Rover Sport vehicles equipped with a Surround Camera System. Water may enter into the rearview camera, which can cause the rearview camera image not to appear on the display or display a distorted image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence: A rearview camera image that does not display while in reverse decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rearview camera and add a new seal or replace the camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed to Range Rover owners March 4, 2024. Interim notification letters were mailed to Range Rover Sport owners March 7, 2024. Range Rover Sport owners will receive a second notice once remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N778.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS · 23V394000
2023-06-01
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Land Rover Range Rover vehicles. The rear taillight link may be damaged, which can cause exterior vehicle lights, including the rear light mounted in the body, taillights, brake lights, and turn signals to fail to illuminate.
Consequence: Exterior lights that fail to illuminate can decrease visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace or repair the rear lights as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 25, 2023. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N784.
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES · 23V324000
2023-05-04
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Land Rover Range Rover and 2023 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vehicles. The second-row seat armrest storage compartment latch may fail, allowing the objects from within to be unsecured in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 201, "Occupant Protection in Interior Impact."
Consequence: In the event of a crash, unsecured objects from within the armrest compartment may strike the vehicle occupants, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the locking arm of the second-row armrest storage compartment, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 3, 2023. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N789.
SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY · 23V252000
2023-04-06
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Land Rover Range Rover vehicles equipped with seven seats. The second-row left seat frame may have been insufficiently welded.
Consequence: An improperly welded second-row left seat frame may not adequately secure occupants during sudden braking or a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the second-row left seat frame, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 1, 2023. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N783.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION · 23V044000
2023-02-02
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Range Rover Sport, 2020-2023 Range Rover, Defender, 2022-2023 Discovery, and 2023 Range Rover Velar vehicles. The engine cam carrier oil channel may be blocked, which can lead to an oil leak.
Consequence: An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the engine cam carrier and related components as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2023. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N763.
Performance
Horsepower
395hp
Torque
406lb-ft
0–60 mph
5.8sec
Quarter mile
14.3sec
Top speed
140mph
Fuel economy (EPA)
City
19mpg
Highway
25mpg
Combined
21mpg
Fuel
Premium Gasoline
Capability & size
Towing capacity
7,716lb
Payload
1,213lb
Curb weight
5,456lb
Seating
5seats
EPA class
Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Wiper blades
Last year of fourth generation (L405); fifth generation (L460) introduced late 2022 as 2023 model may have different specifications
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 2022 Land Rover Range Rover 3.0L I6 Mild Hybrid and can vary by trim.
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