The 2015 Range Rover Sport with the 3.0L supercharged V6 is a capable luxury SUV undermined by catastrophic engine failures and transmission cooling issues that can total the vehicle. Budget heavily for major powertrain work if buying used.
Symptoms: Sudden metallic knocking or rattling from engine bay, Loss of oil pressure warning light, Engine seizure or catastrophic failure without warning, Metal debris visible in oil during oil changes
Fix: Complete engine rebuild or replacement required. Typical job involves 25-35 labor hours for long block replacement, plus machine work if rebuilding. This is a known pattern failure on these engines tied to bearing clearance issues and inadequate oil flow under certain conditions. Many shops recommend replacement over rebuild given the labor cost.
Estimated cost: $12,000-18,000
Transmission Oil Cooler Failure Leading to Cross-Contamination
Common · high severity
Typical onset: 50,000-90,000 mi
Symptoms: Transmission slipping or harsh shifting, Milky or strawberry-colored transmission fluid, Coolant level dropping with no external leaks, Overheating transmission or engine
Fix: Internal cooler fails, allowing coolant and ATF to mix. Requires transmission oil cooler replacement (8-12 hours), full transmission flush, and often transmission rebuild if contamination reached clutch packs. If caught early, flush and cooler replacement may suffice. This is a design flaw on the ZF 8-speed used in these vehicles.
Estimated cost: $2,500-8,000
Door Latch Mechanism Failure
Common · medium severity
Symptoms: Doors won't close or latch properly, Door ajar warning with doors closed, Inability to lock or unlock specific doors, Door won't open from inside or outside
Fix: Multiple recalls issued for door latch failures. Requires latch assembly replacement per affected door (2-3 hours per door). This is a known JLR issue across multiple models. Check if recalls were completed; if not, dealer may cover even out of warranty.
Estimated cost: $400-700
Transmission Mount Failure
Common · medium severity
Typical onset: 40,000-80,000 mi
Symptoms: Clunking when shifting from Park to Drive or Reverse, Excessive vibration during acceleration, Visible drivetrain movement when applying throttle, Transmission appears to sag when inspected underneath
Fix: The rear transmission mount tends to deteriorate prematurely. Replacement requires transmission support and removal of crossmember (3-4 hours). Use OE or premium mounts; aftermarket often fails quickly.
Estimated cost: $500-900
Supercharger Coupler/Snout Bearing Failure
Occasional · high severity
Typical onset: 70,000-110,000 mi
Symptoms: Grinding or whining noise from front of engine, Loss of power or boost, Check engine light with supercharger-related codes, Visible supercharger oil leaking from front seal
Fix: The coupler connecting the supercharger to the crankshaft or internal bearings fail. Requires supercharger removal and rebuild (12-16 hours). Some shops opt for remanufactured units to save machine time. This can cascade into full engine damage if debris enters the intake.
Estimated cost: $3,500-6,000
Air Suspension Compressor and Line Failures
Occasional · medium severity
Typical onset: 60,000-100,000 mi
Symptoms: Suspension warning light illuminated, Vehicle sagging at one or more corners, Compressor running constantly, Inability to raise or lower ride height
Fix: Air suspension compressor, bags, or airlines fail. Compressor replacement is 3-4 hours; individual air spring replacement is 2-3 hours per corner. Lines can crack and leak. Budget for diagnostic time as these systems can throw multiple faults.
Estimated cost: $1,200-3,000
Water Pump and Thermostat Housing Leaks
Occasional · medium severity
Typical onset: 50,000-90,000 mi
Symptoms: Coolant puddles under vehicle, Low coolant warning light, Overheating or temperature fluctuations, Visible coolant seepage from front of engine
Fix: Water pump and plastic thermostat housings develop leaks. Water pump replacement on the supercharged V6 is 5-7 hours due to tight packaging. Highly recommend replacing both together along with hoses. Overheating from these leaks can accelerate head gasket failure.
Estimated cost: $1,200-2,200
Owner tips
Change engine oil every 5,000 miles with high-quality synthetic regardless of what the computer says—these engines are sensitive to oil quality
Inspect transmission fluid color every oil change; early detection of cooler failure can save $5,000+
Service air suspension annually and address leaks immediately to prevent compressor burnout
Keep detailed records if purchasing used; engines that have been properly maintained have better survival rates
Budget $3,000-5,000 annually for repairs after 60,000 miles—these are not cheap to maintain
Only buy if you have a $15,000 emergency fund for engine replacement or are prepared to walk away from the vehicle when catastrophic failure occurs—it's not a matter of if, but when.
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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.
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH · 20V387000
2020-07-02
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Range Rover and 2014-2016 Range Rover Sport vehicles. These vehicles were previously recalled and repaired under Recall 19V-392, however the repair may not have been completed properly. Due to a problem with the Keyless Vehicle Latching System (KV Latch), the doors may appear to be closed but may be unlatched.
Consequence: Unlatched doors may open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will inspect for any issues with the KV system, disabling the KV mechanisms if necessary, and update the KV Latch software, free of charge. The recall began November 30, 2020. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Land Rover's number for this recall is N476.
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH · 19V392000
2019-05-24 · EA18004
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Ranger Rover and 2014-2016 Range Rover Sport vehicles. Due to a problem with the Keyless Vehicle Latching System (KV Latch), the doors may appear to be closed but may be unlatched.
Consequence: The unlatched door may open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will inspect for any issues with the KV system, disabling the KV mechanisms if necessary, and update the KV Latch software, free of charge. The recall began July 18, 2019. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N335. Note: Vehicles in this recall were previously recalled under recall number 15V-385 and need to be remedied again.
SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY · 15V600000
2015-09-25
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2015 Range Rover and Range Rover Sport vehicles manufactured June 2, 2015, to June 11, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the second row seat back may not latch properly, especially in the center section.
Consequence: In the event of a crash, if the seat back is not properly latched, the seat belt may not properly restrain the occupant, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the second row seat mechanism, replacing it as required, free of charge. The recall began on November 12, 2015. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is P072.
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH · 15V385000
2015-06-17
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Range Rover vehicles manufactured July 26, 2012, to March 9, 2015, and 2014-2016 Range Rover Sport vehicles manufactured February 18, 2013, to March 5, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the doors may unlatch unexpectedly when closed.
Consequence: If a vehicle door unlatches, the distraction may increase the risk of a crash and/or a vehicle occupant may fall out of the vehicle if they are not wearing a seatbelt, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the keyless entry software, free of charge. The recall began August 6, 2015. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is P068.
WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS · 15V092000
2015-02-18
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2015 Land Rover Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, and LR4 vehicles manufactured January 6, 2015, to January 23, 2015. The affected vehicles have wheel lug nuts that may crack and detach from the wheel hub stud.
Consequence: If one or more of the wheel lug nuts crack or detach from the wheel hub, the remaining lug nuts may be unable to keep the wheel secured to the vehicle. If the wheel detaches, loss of vehicle control would result, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wheel nuts with new wheel nuts, free of charge. The recall began March 23, 2015. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is P056.
AIR BAGS · 15V093000
2015-02-18
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Land Rover Range Rover vehicles manufactured August 23, 2012, to February 5, 2015, and 2014-2015 Range Rover Sport vehicles manufactured June 16, 2013, to February 5, 2015. In the affected vehicles, a light weight adult front seat passenger may be improperly classified by the occupant classification system (OCS) and, as a result, the front seat passenger air bag may be disabled.
Consequence: If the front passenger air bag is disabled during a vehicle crash, there is an increased risk of injury.
Remedy: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the OCS software, free of charge. The recall began April 9, 2015. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is P059.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE · 15V069000
2015-02-06
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling one model year 2015 Range Rover Sport vehicle manufactured November 16, 2014, and one 2015 LR4 vehicle manufactured November 11, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the 3.0L V6 supercharged engines may have improperly torqued connecting rod bolts. As a result, the connecting rod may separate from the crankshaft and the engine may seize.
Consequence: If the engine seizes there is an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected engines, free of charge. The recall began February 27, 2015. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is P055.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS · 15V042000
2015-01-28
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Land Rover Range Rover vehicles manufactured August 16, 2012, to January 8, 2014, and 2014-2015 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vehicles manufactured May 7, 2013, to February 12, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the brake vacuum hose may have been incorrectly routed allowing a hole to be worn ito it.
Consequence: If a hole is worn into the brake vacuum hose, a complete loss of braking assistance could occur, lengthening the distance required to stop the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake vacuum hose and correctly route it, as necessary, free of charge. Any brake vacuum hose that is damaged will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began March 2, 2015. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is P052.
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