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2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Worth extra scrutiny

The 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport sits mid-pack among Range Rover Sport years: 50 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 39, with 2 recalls and 2 closed investigations.

Body & Structure leads the complaint categories with 13 reports (26% of the total).

50

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

2

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2010 compare to other Range Rover Sport years?

Range Rover Sport NHTSA complaints by model year, 2010 highlighted92 complaints2005: 0 complaints2006: 39 complaints2007: 4 complaints2008: 17 complaints2009: 14 complaints2010: 50 complaints2011: 82 complaints2012: 52 complaints2013: 46 complaints2014: 61 complaints2015: 75 complaints2016: 92 complaints2017: 73 complaints2018: 51 complaints2019: 25 complaints2020: 68 complaints2021: 16 complaints2022: 24 complaints2023: 39 complaints2024: 22 complaints2025: 12 complaints2026: 0 complaints
Range Rover Sport NHTSA complaints by model year, 2010 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Fuel System1326%
Body & Structure1326%
Electrical System510%
Other510%
Engine36%
Airbags24%
Driver Assistance24%
Visibility & Wipers12%
Brakes12%
Latches & Locks12%
Lighting12%
Speed Control12%
Steering12%
Transmission12%

Does the 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

21V635000Fuel SystemAugust 12, 2021 · 111,746 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

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.

20V623000Body & StructureOctober 8, 2020 · 21,834 units

Defect

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2010-2011 Range Rover Sport vehicles. The upper cover on the rear spoiler may detach from the vehicle.

Consequence

If the spoiler detaches while driving, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the spoiler assembly. If the spoiler has not delaminated, a new adhesive will be applied to fully secure the upper spoiler cover. If the outer surface of the rear spoiler has detached, been lost or damaged, a new spoiler will be installed. The repairs will be performed free of charge. Final Owner letters were mailed May 21, 2021. Owners can contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-369-1000. Land Rover's number for this recall is N499.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“I NOTED THAT THE REAR SPOILER CONSISTS OF TWO MAIN PARTS THAT ARE FASTENED TOGETHER, HOWEVER OVER TIME THE TWO SECTIONS BECOME SEPARATED. THERE DOES APPEAR TO BE A CURRENT RECALL NOTED FOR THIS ISSUE, HOWEVER IN THE DEALERS INITIAL NOTIFICATION IT WAS INDICATED THEY WOULD FOLLOW UP WITH ADDITIONAL…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · June 15, 2020

“FUEL LEAKS FROM THE TOP OF THE TANK DUE TO A FAULTY FUEL PUMP FLANGE/SEAL COVER. SEE THE ATTACHMENT WHICH INDICATES THE REPAIR THAT WAS NECESSARY.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · November 8, 2018

“WHILE DRIVING THE CAR WASH IN BRENTWOOD, TN. I HEARD A LOUD POP. THE SPOILER CAME OFF THE TOP OF THE ROOF. THE WIND DEVICE MUST HAVE BLOWN IT OFF? I HAVE TAPED IT DOWN WITH 3M DOUBLE SIDED TAPE. IT IS NOT SECURED.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · September 30, 2020

“DRIVING AT HIGHWAYS SPEEDS IN THE EVENING AND LOST POWER IN BOTH HEADLIGHTS FOR ABOUT ONE SECOND. THIS HAPPENED TWICE ON MY WAY HOME WITHIN MINUTES OF EACH OTHER. EACH TIME MY LIGHTS WENT OUT I HEARD A CLICKING SOUND NEAR THE GLOVE COMPARTMENT. I TOOK THE CAR TO THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY REPLACED…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · January 2, 2013

“WHILE DRIVING THE RESTRICTED PERFORMANCE LIGHT TURN ON, THE AIR BAGS LIGHT TURN ON, THE STEERING WHEEL LOCK,TRANSMISSION FAULT LIGHT TURN ON,AFS LIGHT TURN ON WITH PASSENGER CLICKING SOUND TURNING OFF/ON RADIO. SMOKE COMING OUT FROM UNDER THE HOOD”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · March 11, 2021

2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport — common questions

Is the 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport reliable?

It is close to typical for the Range Rover Sport: 50 NHTSA complaints, 2 recalls, and 2 investigations on file.

What are the most common 2010 Range Rover Sport problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are body & structure (13 complaints), fuel system (13 complaints), electrical system (5 complaints).

Does the 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened 2 investigations into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Land Rover Range Rover Sport years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Range Rover Sport years to avoid are 2016, 2011, 2015, 2017, 2020, 2014, 2018, 2019, 2022, 2021. The cleanest record among Range Rover Sport years belongs to 2026.

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.