2018 Land Rover Range Rover Sport VIN Check, Recalls & Reliability
The 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has mixed reliability. There are 19 recalls and 167 owner complaints on file for the 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. Severity signals include 8 crash-related complaints and 3 fire-related complaints. The most commonly reported problem areas are: Electrical System (29), Unknown Or Other (25), Power Train (24).
Range Rover Sport reliability snapshot
Data sourced from Auto Reliability Index, aggregating NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, and RepairPal repair-cost records.
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Most-reported 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Sport issues
Owner-reported problem categories from NHTSA complaint filings. Counts reflect complaints per category for the most-recent model year on file.
- Electrical System29
- Unknown Or Other25
- Power Train24
- Engine21
- Structure7
- Steering5
Pre-purchase inspection checklist for the 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
Hands-on checks distilled from real NHTSA complaint patterns and recall histories. Bring this list to a test drive or mechanic inspection.
- Inspect coolant pipes and connectors for leaks
- Test infotainment system for screen freezing or blackouts
- Check for any signs of electrical system failures or recalls
- Verify power steering functionality and check for warning alerts
- Ensure backup camera operates consistently
- Inspect for any visible coolant leaks or low coolant warnings
- Test vehicle acceleration from a stop for any delay
2018 Range Rover Sport recalls (10)
Every NHTSA safety recall logged against the 2018 Range Rover Sport. A VIN check confirms whether any recall remains unrepaired on a specific vehicle.
- BACK OVER PREVENTIONNHTSA 24V023000Jan 18, 2024
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Range Rover and Range Rover Sport vehicles equipped with a Surround Camera System. Water may enter into the rearview camera, which can cause the rearview camera image not to appear on the display or display a distorted image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence: A rearview camera image that does not display while in reverse decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the rearview camera and add a new seal or replace the camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed to Range Rover owners March 4, 2024. Interim notification letters were mailed to Range Rover Sport owners March 7, 2024. Range Rover Sport owners will receive a second notice once remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N778.
- EXTERIOR LIGHTINGNHTSA 21V117000Feb 25, 2021
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC. (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, Discovery, and Range Rover Velar vehicles. The Auto High Beam (AHB) system does not indicate through the instrument cluster when the high beams are illuminated automatically. 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: The driver may be unaware that the high beams are illuminated, reducing visibility for oncoming traffic, and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. The recall began April 7, 2021. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N556.
- BACK OVER PREVENTIONNHTSA 19V603000Aug 15, 2019
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2018 Range Rover and Range Rover Sport vehicles equipped with Continental Surround Camera Systems. The back-up camera system may fail to display the rearview image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Consequence: Failure to display the rearview image will reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the infotainment system software, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2019. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N367.
- FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCENHTSA 18V625000Sep 13, 2018
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2018 Land Rover Range Rover, Land Rover Range Rover Sport and Land Rover Discovery vehicles. The Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) system may be disabled without warning the driver that the system is not functional.
Consequence: If the AEB does not intervene when needed, without warning, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. The recall began October 17, 2018. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837, Option 9. Land Rover's number for this recall is N227.
- BACK OVER PREVENTIONNHTSA 24V364000May 23, 2024
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Range Rover Sport vehicles equipped with a Surround Camera System. Water may enter into the rearview camera, which can cause the rearview camera image not to appear on the display or display a distorted image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence: A rearview camera image that does not display can decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the rearview camera for damage. If no damage is found, the camera will be fitted with a new seal. If damage is found, the camera will be replaced and calibrated. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 18, 2024. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N901. These vehicles were previously recalled under 24V-023 for this same issue and will need to have the new remedy completed.
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINENHTSA 18V087000Feb 1, 2018
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque, Range Rover Velar, and Land Rover Discover Sport vehicles equipped with a 2.0L gasoline engine. The fuel rail end caps may leak, possibly resulting in fuel vapor or liquid fuel leaking into the engine bay.
Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel rail, free of charge. The recall began on March 8, 2018. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N138.
- TIRESNHTSA 18V088000Feb 1, 2018
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque convertible vehicles equipped with 20-inch wheels. The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) may be incorrectly set and thus may not illuminate the warning on the instrument panel when a tire's pressure is 25% below the recommended cold inflation pressure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."
Consequence: If the vehicle fails to warn the driver of low tire pressure, driving the vehicle may result in tire tread separation, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the TPMS setting to correct the illumination setting, free of charge. The recall began on March 9, 2018. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N164.
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGESNHTSA 23V393000Jun 1, 2023
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2017-2020 Land Rover Discovery vehicles. The UniLatch Keyless Vehicle (KV) entry function may fail to properly latch the rear passenger doors, which can result in the doors opening while driving. In addition, the instrument cluster open-door warning light may fail to alert the driver of this condition.
Consequence: Rear passenger doors that open while driving can increase the risk of a crash. An instrument cluster warning light that fails to alert the driver about unsecured doors can increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will disable the UniLatch Keyless Vehicle (KV) entry function, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 26, 2023. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N798.
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEMNHTSA 20V143000Mar 12, 2020
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Discovery vehicles equipped with low line headlight assemblies. When towing a trailer with the trailer lights connected to the trailer socket and the vehicle's Daytime Running Lights (DRL) are on, the trailer lights may not function.
Consequence: If the trailer lights are not working, following traffic won't be aware the vehicle is slowing down or stopping, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the Body Control Module software, free of charge. The recall began April 13, 2020. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N428.
- VISIBILITYNHTSA 18V139000Mar 1, 2018
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2018 Range Rover Velar vehicles. The air inlet door linkages for the ventilation system may detach, preventing the system from clearing fog or condensation from the windshield and windows.
Consequence: If condensation or fog cannot be cleared, the driver's visibility may be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software to control the length of movement of the ventilation actuator arm, free of charge. The recall began on April 16, 2018. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N143.
2018 Land Rover Range Rover Sport on the road
19,186 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Sport units were sold new in the US — a key signal for the size of today's used-market inventory.
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Reliability verdict for the 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
The 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Sport demonstrates an elevated reliability risk, significantly underperforming compared to segment averages. With a score of 47 out of 100, it falls well below the typical benchmark of 66. The high number of recalls, totaling 19, indicates an elevated level of manufacturer-acknowledged issues.
Complaints are broadly distributed across several critical categories, including the electrical system, engine, power train, and other unspecified issues, each with a notable number of reports. This distribution suggests a lack of reliability in multiple fundamental areas, compounding the risk for potential buyers.
Given these factors, the 2018 Range Rover Sport presents a high overall risk level for reliability concerns.
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2018 Land Rover Range Rover Sport — Frequently asked questions
Is the 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Sport reliable?
The 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Sport demonstrates an elevated reliability risk, significantly underperforming compared to segment averages. With a score of 47 out of 100, it falls well below the typical benchmark of 66. The high number of recalls, totaling 19, indicates an elevated level of manufacturer-acknowledged issues.
How many recalls does the 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Sport have?
10 NHTSA safety recalls have been issued for the 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. A VIN check confirms whether any remain unrepaired on a specific vehicle.
What are the most common 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Sport problems?
The most-reported 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Sport problem areas are: Electrical System (29), Unknown Or Other (25), Power Train (24).
Should I run a VIN check on a 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Sport?
Yes. A VIN report verifies title brands, odometer history, accident records, and recall completion on a specific 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, complementing the model-year reliability data on this page.