2009 Land Rover LR2 problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
One of the years to avoid
With 41 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 2.3 times the median LR2 year — the 2009 model ranks #2 of 8 LR2 years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.
The trouble concentrates in one system: transmission issues account for 56% of all reports (23 of 41), far ahead of electrical system at 6.
41
NHTSA complaints
0
Recalls
0
Investigations
0
Crash-involved
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries
0
Deaths
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NCAP overall
How does 2009 compare to other LR2 years?
What are the most common 2009 Land Rover LR2 problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission | 23 | 56% | ▼ down |
| Electrical System | 6 | 15% | ▼ down |
| Tires & Wheels | 5 | 12% | new |
| Suspension | 4 | 10% | — flat |
| Engine | 2 | 5% | ▼ down |
| Airbags | 1 | 2% | ▼ down |
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 LAND ROVER LR2. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED HE HEARD A GRINDING NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT…”
“CONTINUING TO HAVE ENDLESS PROBLEMS OF THE BATTERY DRAINING FOR UNKNOWN REASONS. WHEN THE BATTERY DRAINS TOO LOW THE VEHICLE THEN GOES INTO "CRASH MODE" AND I HAVE TO HAVE IT TOWED AND THE COMPUTER FLASHED TO HAVE THE CODES RESET OR ELSE IT'S NOT DRIVABLE. IT'S HAPPENED ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS SINCE…”
“TPMS SENSOR / VALVE STEM MADE OF ALUMINUM TYPE METAL. CRACKED IN HALF AND FELL OUT DUE TO CORROSION. RESULTED IN IMMEDIATE FLAT TIRE WHICH NEEDED TO BE REPLACED DUE TO RIDE ON DAMAGE. BOTH WIFE AND KIDS STRANDED IN CAR UNTIL I COULD CHANGE TO SPARE. BOTH LAND ROVER AND DEALER IN EDISON DENY KNOWING…”
“REAR DIFFERENTIAL, EXCESSIVE NOISE RESULTING FROM DESIGN FLAW WELL DOCUMENTED BY LAND ROVER. COST OF REPAIR UNREASONABLY HIGH AND IS A SOURCE OF FINANCIAL ABUSE BY REPAIR FACILITIES. ACTUAL COST IS APPROXIMATELY $200 IN PARTS AND 5 HOURS LABOR. REPAIR FACILITIES QUOTES RANGE FROM $2,800 - $9,300 BY…”
“ENGINE COOLANT HOSE QUICK CONNECT TO ENGINE WAS LEAKING AND CAUSED THE FAILURE OF THE ALTERNATOR.GULF COAST LAND ROVER SERVICE DEPARTMENT CHARGED ME $1,121.99 TO REPLACE THE ALTERNATOR, COOLANT HOSE AND REPLACEMENT COOLANT. NHTSA#10033405. *TR”
2009 Land Rover LR2 — common questions
Is the 2009 Land Rover LR2 reliable?
NHTSA data argues against it: 41 complaints put the 2009 model at #2 of 8 LR2 years. It is one of the LR2 years to avoid.
What are the most common 2009 LR2 problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are transmission (23 complaints), electrical system (6 complaints), tires & wheels (5 complaints).
Does the 2009 Land Rover LR2 have recalls?
No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2009 Land Rover LR2.
Which Land Rover LR2 years should you avoid?
Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the LR2 years to avoid are 2008, 2009. The cleanest record among LR2 years belongs to 2015.
Related
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.