Land Rover

Range Rover Sport (L494)

2014-2022 · Full-Size SUV ยท 6 engines
Best Engine โœ… Recommended (3.7)
870 NHTSA Complaints
0 Recalls
11 Fire Reports
28 Crash Reports
View all 3 generations of the Land Rover Range Rover Sport → ๐Ÿ“‹ Inspection checklist

Engine Reliability Ratings

AJ133 S/C

5.0L 8-cyl / 518 hp
โœ… Recommended (3.7)
24 complaints 8.0 per year Gasoline
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Complaint Breakdown

engine
9
electrical
7
transmission
4
body
3
other
2

Known Issues

Engine Issues (9 complaints)
Electrical System Issues (7 complaints)
Transmission Issues (4 complaints)

Td6 LEV3 LEV160

3.0L 6-cyl / 258 hp
โš ๏ธ Caution (2.8)
87 complaints 39.0 per year Diesel
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Complaint Breakdown

engine
26
fuel system
18
suspension
12
electrical
12
safety systems
11

Known Issues

Engine Issues (26 complaints)
Fuel System Issues (18 complaints)
Suspension Issues (12 complaints)

Supercharged LEV2 ULEV

5.0L 8-cyl / 510 hp
โš ๏ธ Caution (2.5)
154 complaints 77.0 per year Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV)
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Complaint Breakdown

steering
74
suspension
48
body
22
engine
10
other
10

Known Issues

Steering Issues (74 complaints)
Typical onset: 63,000โ€“108,000 mi
Suspension Issues (48 complaints)
Body/Trim Issues (22 complaints)

S/C LEV2 ULEV

5.0L 8-cyl / 510 hp
โš ๏ธ Caution (2.5)
72 complaints 72.0 per year Gasoline
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Complaint Breakdown

steering
26
suspension
20
engine
12
electrical
10
safety systems
8

Known Issues

Steering Issues (26 complaints)
Typical onset: 68,000โ€“81,364 mi
Suspension Issues (20 complaints)
Engine Issues (12 complaints)

AJ126

3.0L 6-cyl / 340 hp
โŒ Avoid (1.6)
46 complaints 23.0 per year Gasoline
2 fire reports
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Complaint Breakdown

engine
24
electrical
18
safety systems
4
cooling
4
other
4

Known Issues

Engine Issues (24 complaints)
Electrical System Issues (18 complaints)
Safety Systems Issues (4 complaints)

Supercharged LEV3 SULEV30

3.0L 6-cyl / 340 hp
โŒ Avoid (1.3)
300 complaints 44.0 per year Gasoline
9 fire reports 2 fatalities
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Complaint Breakdown

engine
82
steering
69
electrical
50
suspension
39
fuel system
32

Known Issues

Engine Issues (82 complaints)
Typical onset: 68,570โ€“104,000 mi
Steering Issues (69 complaints)
Typical onset: 71,107โ€“120,776 mi
Electrical System Issues (50 complaints)

3 additional engine variants with fewer than 10 complaints not shown.

Vehicle-Level Issues

These issues affect the Land Rover Range Rover Sport regardless of engine variant.

Steering Issues (169 complaints)
steering critical
Engine Issues (163 complaints)
engine critical
Suspension Issues (119 complaints)
suspension critical
Electrical System Issues (101 complaints)
electrical critical
Fuel System Issues (50 complaints)
fuel_system critical

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common 2014-2022 Land Rover Range Rover Sport problems?

The 2014-2022 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has accumulated 870 NHTSA complaints. The most frequently reported problem areas are Steering, Engine, Suspension. As with any used vehicle, a pre-purchase inspection and vehicle history report are recommended.

Which Land Rover Range Rover Sport engine is most reliable?

The 2014-2022 Land Rover Range Rover Sport was offered with 9 engine options. Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 3L 6-cyl has the lowest complaint density and is considered the most reliable choice for buyers.

Is the 2014-2022 Land Rover Range Rover Sport a good used car?

The 2014-2022 Land Rover Range Rover Sport can be a solid used car purchase depending on trim, mileage, and maintenance history. With 870 total NHTSA complaints on record, prospective buyers should review the known problem areas and check for open recalls before buying.

How many NHTSA complaints does the 2014-2022 Land Rover Range Rover Sport have?

The 2014-2022 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has 870 complaints filed with NHTSA as of our latest data pull. Complaint counts reflect owner-reported issues and do not necessarily indicate defects or safety risks on their own.

What recalls affect the 2014-2022 Land Rover Range Rover Sport?

There are 0 NHTSA recalls affecting some 2014-2022 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vehicles. Recall status varies by VIN โ€” check the NHTSA recall database at recalls.nhtsa.dot.gov with your specific VIN to confirm which campaigns apply.

What should I check before buying a used Land Rover Range Rover Sport?

Before buying a used Land Rover Range Rover Sport, verify all open recalls are completed via the NHTSA VIN lookup tool. Pay particular attention to Steering, Engine, Suspension, which are the most commonly reported problem areas. Request maintenance records, have an independent mechanic inspect the vehicle, and run a vehicle history report to check for prior accidents or title issues.

Does the Range Rover Sport have NHTSA crash test ratings?

NHTSA has not published crash test ratings for the 2014-2022 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. Not all vehicles are tested each year. For the latest NHTSA safety information, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.

Data from NHTSA federal complaints database. 870 complaints analyzed. Data confidence: high. Last updated: 2026-04-07.

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