2016 Land Rover RANGE ROVER
Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report
Quick Summary
The 2016 Land Rover RANGE ROVER has 95 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 3.5x the segment average of 27. The most common issue is steering problems (31% of all complaints), specifically: steering: linkages: knuckle: spindle: arm is cracking. air bag has had issues and the light stays on.. There are 12 recalls issued for this model year.
95
Total Complaints
12
Recalls Issued
—/5
Safety Stars
3.5x
vs Segment Avg
Known Problems(top 5 of 8)
STEERING
29 complaints- • Steering: linkages: knuckle: spindle: arm is cracking. Air bag has had issues and the light stays on.
- • The contact owns a 2016 Land Rover Range Rover. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V840000 (Steering); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact
- • The contact owns a 2016 Land Rover Range Rover. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact noticed a thumping sound coming from underneath the vehicle on the front driver's sid
“Steering: linkages: knuckle: spindle: arm is cracking. Air bag has had issues and the light stays on.”
— NHTSA complaint filing
When Problems Appear on the 2016 Land Rover RANGE ROVER
Based on 26 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 72K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 100-150K miles range.
STEERING
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 (12)
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2016 Range Rover and Range Rover Sport vehicles. A spring in the Keyless Vehicle Latching System (KV Latch) may get stuck, causing the left hand door to remain unlatched when the door is closed.
Risk: The unlatched door may open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
Fix: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the software, and inspect the KV latches, replacing them if necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 6, 2019. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N336.
Fuel Cost Calculator for 2016 Land Rover RANGE ROVER
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 2016 Land Rover RANGE ROVER
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 2016 RANGE ROVER, 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 95 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:
- ☐STEERING: Steering: linkages: knuckle: spindle: arm is cracking. Air bag has had issues and the light stays on.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐SUSPENSION: The dealership tried to sell me this 2016 red Range Rover …. I took it to a mechanic and paid to have it inspected and it has MANY SAFETY CONCERNS. I didn’t buy it, BUT it’s back on their lot for SALE Hoover Volkswagen Lithia Springs 1981 Thornton Rd Lithia Springs, GA 30122 (404) 282-3617 Please
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐FUEL SYSTEM: I HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO FILL THE GAS TANK COMPLETELY, AND THE PUMP SHUTS OFF MULTIPLE TIMES DURING THE REFUEL PROCESS EVERY TIME I PUMP GAS. I HAVE TRIED DIFFERENT ANGLES, DIFFERENT GAS STATIONS, TRIED TO REFUEL SLOWLY BUT IT STOPS MULTIPLE TIMES.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐OTHER: WHILE DAD WAS LOADING CAR FOR VACATION, 3 YEAR OLD GRANDSON SITTING ON RUNNING BOARD WHEN IT RETRACTED. TINY FINGERS NARROWLY ESCAPED AS RETRACTION OF BOARDS HAVE NO SAFETY CLEARANCE.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐RECALLS: Verify all 12 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 — Year Comparison
How does 2016 compare to other years? Fewer complaints = more reliable.
NHTSA Safety Rating
No NHTSA safety rating available
At a Glance
- Complaints
- 95
- Recalls
- 12
- Fire reports
- 0
- Crash reports
- 4
- Injury reports
- 0
- Segment avg
- 27
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