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2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

A typical year for this model

The 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport sits mid-pack among Range Rover Sport years: 46 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 39, with a single recall and one closed investigation.

Fuel System leads the complaint categories with 12 reports (26% of the total).

46

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

1

Investigations

7

Crash-involved

1

Fires reported

4

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2013 compare to other Range Rover Sport years?

Range Rover Sport NHTSA complaints by model year, 2013 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, 2013 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Fuel System1226%
Suspension613%
Brakes613%
Electrical System511%
Engine511%
Body & Structure49%
Steering37%
Other24%
Tires & Wheels12%
Driver Assistance12%
Airbags12%

Does the 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign 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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“MY CAR HAS HAD FOUR CLAIMS WITH RANGE ROVER WHERE THE CAR SUDDENLY STOP WHILE DRIVING . AGAIN MY CAR CAME OUT OF GEAR WHEN I USED THE KEYLESS REMOTE THE CAR BEGIN TO SUDDENLY ROLLLED. UPON ME TRYING TO STOP THE CAR FOR HARMING OTHERS I WAS INJURED. I HAVE MADE RANGE ROVER AWARE OF THE UNSAFE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · November 10, 2017 · crash

“The contact owns a 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact stated that the brake fluid warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that while having routine maintenance performed at the local dealer, she was informed that the brake line was cracked. The vehicle was not repaired. The…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · September 1, 2021

“WAS IN SUPERMARKET PARKING LOT, ABOUT TO PUT THE CAR IN PARK AND CAR ACCELARATED WITH FULL FORCE ON ITS OWN ONTO A FENCE IN FRONT OF PARKING SPACE.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · January 23, 2020 · crash

“My truck has antifreeze leaking into engine causing it to overheat caused damage to my engine and now it’s not drivable. I took my truck to dealership which video dealership sent me states this issue but they were charging me an outrageous amount for repairs at Land Rover in Parsippany ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · March 15, 2025

“MY CAR HAS HAD FOUR CLAIMS WITH RANGE ROVER WHERE THE CAR SUDDENLY STOP WHILE DRIVING . AGAIN MY CAR CAME OUT OF GEAR WHEN I USED THE KEYLESS REMOTE THE CAR BEGIN TO SUDDENLY ROLLLED. UPON ME TRYING TO STOP THE CAR FOR HARMING OTHERS I WAS INJURED. I HAVE MADE RANGE ROVER AWARE OF THE UNSAFE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · November 10, 2017 · crash

2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport — common questions

Is the 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport reliable?

It is close to typical for the Range Rover Sport: 46 NHTSA complaints, 1 recall, and 1 investigation on file.

What are the most common 2013 Range Rover Sport problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are fuel system (12 complaints), brakes (6 complaints), suspension (6 complaints).

Does the 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2013 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 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation 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.