2011 Land Rover RANGE ROVER SPORT
Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report
Quick Summary
The 2011 Land Rover RANGE ROVER SPORT has 82 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 1.6x the segment average of 51. The most common issue is body/structure problems (30% of all complaints), specifically: at 55 mph traveling on ga highway 17, the rear spoiler spontaneously detached from the frame. a piece of the spoiler surrounding the rear camera sheared from the bulk of the spoiler and was left dangling from the automobile. i was able to find the spoiler in a ditch fortunately not being hit by veh. There are 2 recalls issued for this model year. ⚠️ 1 fire report filed.
82
Total Complaints
2
Recalls Issued
—/5
Safety Stars
1.6x
vs Segment Avg
Known Problems(top 5 of 8)
BODY/STRUCTURE
25 complaints- • AT 55 MPH TRAVELING ON GA HIGHWAY 17, THE REAR SPOILER SPONTANEOUSLY DETACHED FROM THE FRAME. A PIECE OF THE SPOILER SURROUNDING THE REAR CAMERA SHEARED FROM THE BULK OF THE SPOILER AND WAS LEFT DANGLING FROM THE AUTOMOBILE. I WAS ABLE TO FIND THE SPOILER IN A DITCH FORTUNATELY NOT BEING HIT BY VEH
- • I HAVE AN ID NUMBER 10984367 BUT BELIEVE THE DOCUMENTS WERE NOT UPLOADED. THESE ARE IMPORTANT DOCUMENTS RECOGNIZING HILTON HEAD LAND ROVER WAS AWARE OF OTHER REAR SPOILER DETACHMENTS OTHER THAN MINE. PLEASE NOTE SERVICE MANAGER DENIED EVER HAVING HEARD OR SEEN OF THIS BUT SERVICE ADVISOR BOB ROBER
- • I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT 65 MILES PER HOUR AND ALL OF A SUDDEN THE REAR ROOF SPOILER FLEW OFF AND HIT THE CAR BEHIND ME. AFTER DOING SOME RESEARCH I FOUND THIS PROBLEM TO BE COMMON. I WAS SURPRISED TO SEE THAT THERE WAS NO RECAL FOR IT AS IT IS A VERY SERIOUS HAZARD TO ALL DRIVERS NEAR WHEN I
“AT 55 MPH TRAVELING ON GA HIGHWAY 17, THE REAR SPOILER SPONTANEOUSLY DETACHED FROM THE FRAME. A PIECE OF THE SPOILER SURROUNDING THE REAR CAMERA SHEARED FROM THE BULK OF THE SPOILER AND WAS LEFT DANGLING FROM THE AUTOMOBILE. I WAS ABLE TO FIND THE SPOILER IN A DITCH FORTUNATELY NOT BEING HIT BY VEH”
— NHTSA complaint filing
When Problems Appear on the 2011 Land Rover RANGE ROVER SPORT
Based on 45 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 90K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 60-100K miles range.
BRAKES
ENGINE
BODY/STRUCTURE
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 (2)
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 RANGE ROVER SPORT
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 RANGE ROVER SPORT
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 RANGE ROVER SPORT, 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 82 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:
- ☐BODY/STRUCTURE: AT 55 MPH TRAVELING ON GA HIGHWAY 17, THE REAR SPOILER SPONTANEOUSLY DETACHED FROM THE FRAME. A PIECE OF THE SPOILER SURROUNDING THE REAR CAMERA SHEARED FROM THE BULK OF THE SPOILER AND WAS LEFT DANGLING FROM THE AUTOMOBILE. I WAS ABLE TO FIND THE SPOILER IN A DITCH FORTUNATELY NOT BEING HIT BY VEH
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐FUEL SYSTEM: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER SPORT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A STRONG ODOR OF FUEL INSIDE AND OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE DUE TO THE ODOR. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO LAND ROVER TAMPA (11301 N FLORIDA AVE, TAMPA, FL 33612, (813) 930-2
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐ENGINE: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER SPORT (N/A). WHILE THE CONTACT WAS AT A COMPLETE STOP, HE NOTICED SMOKE AND A STRONG BURNING ODOR. THE CONTACT INSPECTED UNDERNEATH THE HOOD WITH THE GEAR PLACED IN PARK AND THE ENGINE IN OPERATION. THERE WERE SMALL FLAMES ERUPTING FROM THE BOTTOM O
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐BRAKES: I WAS TRYING TO PARK THE CAR AND WAS AT A LOW SPEED. THE BRAKES DID NOT RESPOND. I THEN STOOD UP, HOLDING ON TO THE STEERING WHEEL. THE CAR THEN STOPPED. A SIMILAR INCIDENT HAPPEND ABOUT THREE OR FOUR MONTHS AGO WHEN MY HUSBAND WAS DRIVING THE CAR. *TR
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐RECALLS: Verify all 2 recalls have been completed — free at any Land Rover dealer
- ☐General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)
Land Rover RANGE ROVER SPORT — 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
- 82
- Recalls
- 2
- Fire reports
- 1
- Crash reports
- 2
- Injury reports
- 1
- Segment avg
- 51
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