2017 Land Rover RANGE ROVER
Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report
Quick Summary
The 2017 Land Rover RANGE ROVER has 84 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 3.1x the segment average of 27. The most common issue is steering problems (19% of all complaints), specifically: upon starting one morning i noticed the vehicle’s steering was heavier than usual. the next day, i heard strange noises like a knocking upon pressing the accelerator, and then the brake. the 3rd day, the steering column started making a scrubbing noise.. There are 7 recalls issued for this model year. ⚠️ 2 fire reports filed.
84
Total Complaints
7
Recalls Issued
—/5
Safety Stars
3.1x
vs Segment Avg
Known Problems(top 5 of 8)
STEERING
16 complaints- • Upon starting one morning I noticed the vehicle’s steering was heavier than usual. The next day, I heard strange noises like a knocking upon pressing the accelerator, and then the brake. The 3rd day, the steering column started making a scrubbing noise.
- • The contact owns a 2017 Land Rover Range Rover. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V514000 (Steering); however, the part to do the recall repair was not available. The dealer was contacted, and the contact was informed that the parts were not available. The contact stated
- • The contact owns a 2017 Land Rover Range Rover. The contact stated that while in reverse(R), the steering wheel was turned to the left while reversing down the driveway at approximately 3 MPH, the passenger’s side front tire fell into the wheel well. The contact stated there was no warning light was
“Upon starting one morning I noticed the vehicle’s steering was heavier than usual. The next day, I heard strange noises like a knocking upon pressing the accelerator, and then the brake. The 3rd day, the steering column started making a scrubbing noise.”
— NHTSA complaint filing
When Problems Appear on the 2017 Land Rover RANGE ROVER
Based on 28 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 50K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 30-60K 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 (7)
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Range Rover and Range Rover Sport vehicles. The driver's seat belt Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) may not lock as designed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
Risk: If the driver brakes prior to a crash, the ELR will not lock at the correct g-force level, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat belt assembly, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began September 10, 2019. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N333.
Fuel Cost Calculator for 2017 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 2017 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 2017 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 84 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:
- ☐STEERING: Upon starting one morning I noticed the vehicle’s steering was heavier than usual. The next day, I heard strange noises like a knocking upon pressing the accelerator, and then the brake. The 3rd day, the steering column started making a scrubbing noise.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐SUSPENSION: I am the owner of a 2017 Land Rover Range Rover (VIN: [XXX] ). I recently discovered a crack in the front steering knuckle of my vehicle, which I believe poses a significant safety risk. This type of failure could result in a sudden loss of control, especially at higher speeds or during turns, poten
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐ENGINE: VEHICLE LOST POWER ON TWO OCCASIONS. BOTH INSTANCES TOOK PLACE WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STOPPED IN TRAFFIC WITH THE DRIVER'S FOOT ON THE BRAKE. VEHICLE SHUT ITSELF OFF AND PUT ITSELF IN PARK WITH NO INPUT FROM THE DRIVER. VEHICLE'S ONBOARD TRACKING SOFTWARE RECORDED BOTH EVENTS. ONE EVENT TOOK PLACE ON
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐ELECTRICAL: 2017 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO (TFT) VIRTUAL DISPLAY INSTRUMENT CLUSTER SAFETY RECALL. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE INSTRUMENT PANEL WOULD FLASH AND DISPLAY VARIOUS WARNING MESSAGES. THE DEALER COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS DUE TO HAVE A RECAL
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐RECALLS: Verify all 7 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 2017 compare to other years? Fewer complaints = more reliable.
NHTSA Safety Rating
No NHTSA safety rating available
At a Glance
- Complaints
- 84
- Recalls
- 7
- Fire reports
- 2
- Crash reports
- 0
- Injury reports
- 1
- Segment avg
- 27
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