Range Rover (L405)
Reliability Overview
The L405 ran from 2013 through 2022, ten model years of monocoque aluminum chassis, air suspension, and rotating engine lineups. NHTSA has logged 834 complaints across that span, a high number that reflects both the volume of L405s sold and the genuine reliability challenges this generation accumulated. Steering, suspension, and electrical systems dominate the complaint pattern, accounting for nearly half of all filings.
The standout problem child in the powertrain catalog is the 3.0L supercharged V6 (LEV3 SULEV30) used from 2014 through 2019. It collected 240 complaints, more than any other variant in the generation, and earns an "avoid" rating with a score of 1.3 in this dataset. Steering, engine-system, and electrical are the top buckets flagged. The 5.0L AJ133 supercharged V8 used from 2018 through 2021 is the other "avoid" entry at 1.9, with engine, electrical, and safety-system complaints leading the cluster. Buyers shopping the L405 used should treat both as elevated-risk options.
The better-rated choices on this generation are the later 3.0L Td6 diesel (2.9, caution) and the AJ120P6 inline-six mild hybrid that arrived in 2020 (2.3, caution). Neither earns "recommended" status. The 2.0L four-cylinder variants used in select years rate higher (3.6 to 4.4), but their complaint volumes (2 to 10 filings each) are too thin to draw firm conclusions; most fall below the dataset's 10-complaint threshold for ranking purposes.
Vehicle-level issues are dominated by steering (187 complaints) and suspension (120). The L405 ran with air suspension across all trims, and the failure pattern matches what's well-known on the secondary market: air struts, compressor units, and ride-height sensors that fail past 60,000 to 80,000 miles. Engine (95) and electrical (89) clusters round out the top four. Twelve fire reports and two fatalities in the dataset are not a high frequency given production volume but are not zero either.
For the full cross-generational reliability picture and which model years on the L405 have the lowest complaint density, our most-reliable Range Rover years guide walks through the data year by year.
Engine Reliability Ratings
AJ20P4
2.0L 4-cyl / 398 hpView details
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Td6 LEV3 LEV160
3.0L 6-cyl / 258 hpView details
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S/C LEV2 ULEV
5.0L 8-cyl / 510 hpView details
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Supercharged LEV2 ULEV
5.0L 8-cyl Turbo / 510 hpView details
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AJ120P6
3.0L 6-cyl / 395 hpView details
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AJ133 S/C
5.0L 8-cyl Turbo / 518 hpView details
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Supercharged LEV3 SULEV30
3.0L 6-cyl / 340 hpView details
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3 additional engine variants with fewer than 10 complaints not shown.
Vehicle-Level Issues
These issues affect the Land Rover Range Rover regardless of engine variant.
Buyer's Guide
For someone shopping a used L405, the model years matter more than the generation label. The 2013 launch year and the 2014-2017 supercharged V6 cars carry the heaviest complaint loads. The 2020-2022 cars with the AJ120P6 inline-six mild hybrid are the better proposition on the back end of the generation, though the rating still sits in caution.
Pre-purchase inspection should center on three systems. First, air suspension: have all four corners checked for ride-height history, listen for compressor cycling at idle, and inspect the air struts for visible bag wear. Replacement of all four corners runs into five figures at a JLR dealer. Second, the steering rack and tie-rod assemblies, given that 187 of 834 complaints sit there. A sloppy or wandering steering feel during a 30-minute drive is a meaningful flag. Third, on supercharged V6 and V8 cars, request documentation of any supercharger nose-drive, water-pump, or coolant-system service performed.
The diesel Td6 and the AJ120P6 mild hybrid score better than the supercharged engines but still rate caution, not recommended. There is no truly safe-feeling engine choice on this generation in NHTSA's filings. For buyers willing to look at multiple Range Rover generations, our most-reliable years guide lays out the year-by-year complaint density across L322, L405, and L460.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most common 2013-2022 Land Rover Range Rover problems?
The 2013-2022 Land Rover Range Rover has accumulated 834 NHTSA complaints. The most frequently reported problem areas are Steering, Suspension, Engine. As with any used vehicle, a pre-purchase inspection and vehicle history report are recommended.
Which Land Rover Range Rover engine is most reliable?
The 2013-2022 Land Rover Range Rover was offered with 10 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 2013-2022 Land Rover Range Rover a good used car?
The 2013-2022 Land Rover Range Rover can be a solid used car purchase depending on trim, mileage, and maintenance history. With 834 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 2013-2022 Land Rover Range Rover have?
The 2013-2022 Land Rover Range Rover has 834 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 2013-2022 Land Rover Range Rover?
There are 0 NHTSA recalls affecting some 2013-2022 Land Rover Range Rover vehicles. Recall status varies by VIN — 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?
Before buying a used Land Rover Range Rover, verify all open recalls are completed via the NHTSA VIN lookup tool. Pay particular attention to Steering, Suspension, Engine, 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 have NHTSA crash test ratings?
NHTSA has not published crash test ratings for the 2013-2022 Land Rover Range Rover. Not all vehicles are tested each year. For the latest NHTSA safety information, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Data from NHTSA federal complaints database. 834 complaints analyzed. Data confidence: high. Last updated: 2026-04-07.