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2023 Land Rover Range Rover Sport problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Worth extra scrutiny

The 2023 Land Rover Range Rover Sport sits mid-pack among Range Rover Sport years: 39 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 39, with 6 recalls and no defect investigations.

Electrical System leads the complaint categories with 13 reports (33% of the total).

39

NHTSA complaints

6

Recalls

0

Investigations

2

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

NCAP overall

How does 2023 compare to other Range Rover Sport years?

See all Range Rover Sport years to avoid →

What are the most common 2023 Land Rover Range Rover Sport problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System1333%
Engine1026%
Steering513%
Driver Assistance38%
Brakes25%
Other25%
Visibility & Wipers13%
Speed Control13%
Suspension13%
Transmission13%

Does the 2023 Land Rover Range Rover Sport have recalls?

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

26V248000Electrical SystemApril 17, 2026 · 170,169 units

Defect

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Velar and Land Rover Discovery, 2020-2023 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque, 2019-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, 2020-2024 Land Rover Range Rover, 2020 Land Rover Discovery Sport, 2020-2024 Land Rover Defender, 2021-2024 Jaguar F-Pace, and 2021-2022 Jaguar E-Pace mild-hybrid electric vehicles (MHEVs.) The DC-DC converter can fail due to an internal fault in the boost control microchip. A failure of the DC-DC converter will result in a loss of 12-Volt system charging and can lead to complete loss of drive power and exterior lighting.

Consequence

A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

The remedy for this recall is currently under development. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed June 17, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 800-637-6837. Land Rover's numbers for this recall are D126 and H575.

26V097000Body & StructureFebruary 19, 2026 · 178 units

Defect

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2023-2026 Range Rover Sport and Range Rover vehicles. The panoramic sunroof side finisher trim may not be properly secured and can detach.

Consequence

A detached panoramic sunroof side trim can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of injury or crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the panoramic sunroof side finisher trim and secure it as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed June 19, 2026. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is D095.

23V871000LightingDecember 21, 2023 · 4,347 units

Defect

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2023 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vehicles. Moisture may accumulate in the right-side tailgate and body mounted lights, which can cause the right-side exterior vehicle lights, including the brake, outer marker, reversing, and turn indicator lights to fail to illuminate.

Consequence

Exterior lights that fail to illuminate can decrease visibility and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the right-side tailgate and body mounted lights, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed April 10, 2024. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N830.

23V324000Latches & LocksMay 4, 2023 · 12,587 units

Defect

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Land Rover Range Rover and 2023 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vehicles. The second-row seat armrest storage compartment latch may fail, allowing the objects from within to be unsecured in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 201, "Occupant Protection in Interior Impact."

Consequence

In the event of a crash, unsecured objects from within the armrest compartment may strike the vehicle occupants, increasing their risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the locking arm of the second-row armrest storage compartment, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 3, 2023. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N789.

23V251000LightingApril 6, 2023 · 5 units

Defect

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2023 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vehicles. The vehicles are equipped with incorrect rear taillights that do not illuminate correctly. In addition, the brake lights may not illuminate correctly. 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

Taillights and brake lights that do not illuminate correctly can reduce vehicle visibility or cause confusion for other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the rear taillights, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 25, 2023. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N782.

23V044000EngineFebruary 2, 2023 · 6,724 units

Defect

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Range Rover Sport, 2020-2023 Range Rover, Defender, 2022-2023 Discovery, and 2023 Range Rover Velar vehicles. The engine cam carrier oil channel may be blocked, which can lead to an oil leak.

Consequence

An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the engine cam carrier and related components as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2023. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N763.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

electrical failure of dc to dc converter, confirmed by manufacturer while driving on the highway i got an error message and immediately afterward the entire car shut down. no power steering, no brakes, no lights or hazards, no airbag. i was able to stop the car by gliding into an embankment in the…

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · January 30, 2026 · crash

electrical failure of dc to dc converter, confirmed by manufacturer while driving on the highway i got an error message and immediately afterward the entire car shut down. no power steering, no brakes, no lights or hazards, no airbag. i was able to stop the car by gliding into an embankment in the…

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · January 30, 2026 · crash

Since buying this car brand new it’s been nothing but problem after problem. Newest problem is one I’ve been researching and long history of this issue. Needs to be recalled. It’s a DcDc issue very well known parts are on lengthy back order and the cost is astronomical!!! Please help !!!

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · December 22, 2025

Car started flashing "Lane assist not available" and steering wheel locked out.. it seems like no power steering anymore.. i am taking it to dealership but could been a major accident.

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · March 19, 2024

As i was driving out of the Costco parking lot the car read an error “stop safely. Electrical fault detected” within seconds the car completely shut off. No power. Brakes shut off. Steering shut off.

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · November 30, 2025

2023 Land Rover Range Rover Sport — common questions

Is the 2023 Land Rover Range Rover Sport reliable?

It is close to typical for the Range Rover Sport: 39 NHTSA complaints, 6 recalls, and no investigations on file.

What are the most common 2023 Range Rover Sport problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (13 complaints), engine (10 complaints), steering (5 complaints).

Does the 2023 Land Rover Range Rover Sport have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns affecting the 2023 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.

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.