2011 Land Rover LR4
Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report
Quick Summary
The 2011 Land Rover LR4 has 25 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 1.0x the segment average of 25. The most common issue is fuel system problems (44% of all complaints), specifically: while the engine is running or in accessory mode fuel is being released from a crack in the gas tank access cover. there is a strong smell of fuel near the passenger side rear door area. i researched this issue and replace the faulty part before it had the potential to start a fuel vapor fire.. There is 1 recall issued for this model year. ⚠️ 3 fire reports filed.
25
Total Complaints
1
Recalls Issued
—/5
Safety Stars
1.0x
vs Segment Avg
Known Problems(top 5 of 7)
FUEL SYSTEM
11 complaints- • WHILE THE ENGINE IS RUNNING OR IN ACCESSORY MODE FUEL IS BEING RELEASED FROM A CRACK IN THE GAS TANK ACCESS COVER. THERE IS A STRONG SMELL OF FUEL NEAR THE PASSENGER SIDE REAR DOOR AREA. I RESEARCHED THIS ISSUE AND REPLACE THE FAULTY PART BEFORE IT HAD THE POTENTIAL TO START A FUEL VAPOR FIRE.
- • Vehicle is leaking fuel from the fuel tank area. The bottom of the tank is wet with fuel. Seems to be coming from the top of the tank. Skid plate is in place and not damaged.
- • What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Fuel tank How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Slowly leaking fuel during operation. Noticed while parked in driveway. Smell odor. Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed b
“WHILE THE ENGINE IS RUNNING OR IN ACCESSORY MODE FUEL IS BEING RELEASED FROM A CRACK IN THE GAS TANK ACCESS COVER. THERE IS A STRONG SMELL OF FUEL NEAR THE PASSENGER SIDE REAR DOOR AREA. I RESEARCHED THIS ISSUE AND REPLACE THE FAULTY PART BEFORE IT HAD THE POTENTIAL TO START A FUEL VAPOR FIRE.”
— NHTSA complaint filing
When Problems Appear on the 2011 Land Rover LR4
Based on 16 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 98K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 100-150K miles range.
FUEL SYSTEM
Mileage figures are self-reported by owners in NHTSA complaint filings. Peak bucket = the mileage range with the most complaints for that component; it reflects when owners noticed and reported problems, not necessarily when the fault first occurred.
Recalls (1)
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Range Rover Sport and 2010-2016 LR4 vehicles equipped with 3.0L V6 or 5.0L V8 engines. The fuel outlet flange mounted on the fuel tank may crack, possibly resulting in a fuel leak.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel outlet flange, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed October 7, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed May 11, 2022. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N623.
Fuel Cost Calculator for 2011 Land Rover LR4
Live EIA pricesBased on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.
5-Year Gas Price History
EIA weekly retail data · 2021 → todaySource: US Energy Information Administration weekly retail gasoline prices.
Estimated Insurance Cost for 2011 Land Rover LR4
How this estimate is calculated
Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.
Maintenance & Warranty
Land Rover New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage
These are the terms for a new Land Rover. If you're buying a used 2011 LR4, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Land Rover dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.
Estimated Repair Costs
Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.
🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist
Based on 25 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:
- ☐FUEL SYSTEM: WHILE THE ENGINE IS RUNNING OR IN ACCESSORY MODE FUEL IS BEING RELEASED FROM A CRACK IN THE GAS TANK ACCESS COVER. THERE IS A STRONG SMELL OF FUEL NEAR THE PASSENGER SIDE REAR DOOR AREA. I RESEARCHED THIS ISSUE AND REPLACE THE FAULTY PART BEFORE IT HAD THE POTENTIAL TO START A FUEL VAPOR FIRE.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐OTHER: THE RUBBER FINISH ON THE DIALS TO ADJUST THE AIR CONDITIONER TEMPERATURE ARE PEELING OFF AND HAVE BECOME STICKY LIKE GLUE. THIS IS A KNOWN PROBLEM AND IS REGULARLY COMPLAINED ABOUT IN LAND ROVER FORUMS. THIS SHOULD BE A RECALL AS IT HAS AFFECTED 80% OF ALL VEHICLES WITH THESE DIALS. THE ONLY WAY TO
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐ENGINE: ENGINE SEIZED AT 106K MILES STILL WITHIN GUIDELINES OF LAST OIL CHANGE. LAND ROVER DEALER INDICATES ENGINE FAILURE IS DUE TO LOW OIL. THE OIL LEVEL WAS AT 1.7 QUARTS. THE OIL LEVEL WARNING SYSTEM NEVER ALERTED. THE OIL PRESSURE LEVEL INDICATOR REMAINED NORMAL. THERE ARE MULTIPLE COMPLAINTS ONLI
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐BRAKES: WARNING LAMPS FAILURE, BRAKE SYSTEM - AMBER FAILED TO ILLUMINATE FOR WORN BRAKE PADS AND DUE TO SEVERITY OF DAMAGE TO PADS AND ROTOR, BRAKE SYSTEM -RED SHOULD OF ILLUMINATED INDICATING POSSIBLE FAULT WITH THE ELECTRONIC BRAKE DISTRIBUTION (EBD) SYSTEM. WE SOUGHT OUT ASSISTANCE WITH LAND ROVER AND TO
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐RECALLS: Verify all 1 recall have been completed — free at any Land Rover dealer
- ☐General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)
Land Rover LR4 — Year Comparison
How does 2011 compare to other years? Fewer complaints = more reliable.
NHTSA Safety Rating
No NHTSA safety rating available
At a Glance
- Complaints
- 25
- Recalls
- 1
- Fire reports
- 3
- Crash reports
- 1
- Injury reports
- 0
- Segment avg
- 25
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