2018 Land Rover Range Rover
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Engine
Engine leads by volume: 25 of 70 complaints (36%) mention it.
Complaints filed rose from 61 in 2017 to 70 in 2018.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | vs. 2018 Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 3,250–4,850 | 3,250–4,850 | 3,100–5,150 | 3,100–5,150 | 3,350–5,150 | |
| Combined MPG | 16–24 | 16–24 | 15–28 | 15–28 | 15–24 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 14–22 / 19–29 | 14–22 / 19–29 | 13–26 / 19–30 | 13–26 / 19–30 | 13–22 / 19–28 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 372–570 | 372–570 | 362–587 | 362–587 | 384–587 | |
| Complaints filed | 73 | 61 | 70 | 42 | 36 | |
| Recalls issued | 13 | 8 | 6 | 3 | 5 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 3 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 5 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 1 | |
| Injuries reported | 0 | 2 | 9 | 3 | 4 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 8 | 7 | 10 | 14 | 12 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2018 Land Rover Range Rover have?
6 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2018 Land Rover Range Rover?
Engine: 25 of 70 NHTSA complaints (36%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2018 Land Rover Range Rover get?
EPA rates it 15–28 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2018 Land Rover Range Rover?
EPA estimates $3,100–$5,150 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (16)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (S8) | 6 | 3.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 18 mpg | 24 mpg | 20 mpg | $3,900 | 439 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (S8) | 4 | 2.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 21 mpg | 27 mpg | 23 mpg | $3,350 | 384 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (S8) | 4 | 2.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Diesel | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 26 mpg (high) | 30 mpg (high) | 28 mpg (high) | $3,200 | 369 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic (S9) | 4 | 2.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 21 mpg | 29 mpg | 24 mpg | $3,250 | 371 g/mi |
| Configuration 5 | Automatic (S9) | 4 | 2.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 21 mpg | 29 mpg | 24 mpg | $3,250 | 377 g/mi |
| Configuration 6 | Automatic (S8) | 6 | 3.0L | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 17 mpg | 23 mpg | 19 mpg | $4,100 | 468 g/mi |
| Configuration 7 | Automatic (S8) | 6 | 3.0L | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 17 mpg | 23 mpg | 19 mpg | $4,100 | 468 g/mi |
| Configuration 8 | Automatic (S9) | 4 | 2.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 22 mpg | 29 mpg | 25 mpg | $3,100 (low) | 362 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 9 | Automatic (S8) | 8 | 5.0L | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 16 mpg | 21 mpg | 18 mpg | $4,300 | 491 g/mi |
| Configuration 10 | Automatic (S8) | 8 | 5.0L | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 16 mpg | 21 mpg | 18 mpg | $4,300 | 491 g/mi |
| Configuration 11 | Automatic (S8) | 8 | 5.0L | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 14 mpg | 19 mpg (low) | 16 mpg | $4,850 | 569 g/mi |
| Configuration 12 | Automatic (S8) | 8 | 5.0L | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 13 mpg (low) | 19 mpg (low) | 15 mpg (low) | $5,150 (high) | 587 g/mi (high) |
Show 4 more configurations
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 13 | Automatic (S8) | 8 | 5.0L | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 17 mpg | 22 mpg | 19 mpg | $4,100 | 474 g/mi |
| Configuration 14 | Automatic (S8) | 8 | 5.0L | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 15 mpg | 20 mpg | 16 mpg | $4,850 | 540 g/mi |
| Configuration 15 | Automatic (S8) | 6 | 3.0L | 4-Wheel Drive | Diesel | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 22 mpg | 28 mpg | 24 mpg | $3,750 | 412 g/mi |
| Configuration 16 | Automatic (S8) | 6 | 3.0L | 4-Wheel Drive | Diesel | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 22 mpg | 28 mpg | 24 mpg | $3,750 | 412 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 25 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 8 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 21 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| Brakes | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 4 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 18 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (6)
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA · Campaign 24V023000 · Jan 19, 2024
Defect: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Range Rover and Range Rover Sport vehicles equipped with a Surround Camera System. Water may enter into the rearview camera, which can cause the rearview camera image not to appear on the display or display a distorted image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence: A rearview camera image that does not display while in reverse decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rearview camera and add a new seal or replace the camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed to Range Rover owners March 4, 2024. Interim notification letters were mailed to Range Rover Sport owners March 7, 2024. Range Rover Sport owners will receive a second notice once remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N778.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS; EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE · Campaign 21V117000 · Feb 26, 2021
Defect: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC. (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, Discovery, and Range Rover Velar vehicles. The Auto High Beam (AHB) system does not indicate through the instrument cluster when the high beams are illuminated automatically. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence: The driver may be unaware that the high beams are illuminated, reducing visibility for oncoming traffic, and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. The recall began April 7, 2021. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N556.
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA · Campaign 19V603000 · Aug 16, 2019
Defect: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2018 Range Rover and Range Rover Sport vehicles equipped with Continental Surround Camera Systems. The back-up camera system may fail to display the rearview image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Consequence: Failure to display the rearview image will reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the infotainment system software, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2019. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N367.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING · Campaign 18V625000 · Sep 19, 2018
Defect: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2018 Land Rover Range Rover, Land Rover Range Rover Sport and Land Rover Discovery vehicles. The Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) system may be disabled without warning the driver that the system is not functional.
Consequence: If the AEB does not intervene when needed, without warning, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. The recall began October 17, 2018. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837, Option 9. Land Rover's number for this recall is N227.
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM · Campaign 18V139000 · Mar 1, 2018
Defect: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2018 Range Rover Velar vehicles. The air inlet door linkages for the ventilation system may detach, preventing the system from clearing fog or condensation from the windshield and windows.
Consequence: If condensation or fog cannot be cleared, the driver's visibility may be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software to control the length of movement of the ventilation actuator arm, free of charge. The recall began on April 16, 2018. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N143.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL · Campaign 18V087000 · Feb 5, 2018
Defect: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque, Range Rover Velar, and Land Rover Discover Sport vehicles equipped with a 2.0L gasoline engine. The fuel rail end caps may leak, possibly resulting in fuel vapor or liquid fuel leaking into the engine bay.
Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel rail, free of charge. The recall began on March 8, 2018. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N138.