2008 Land rover Lr2 problems
The Land Rover Freelander is a series of four-wheel-drive vehicles that was manufactured and marketed by Land Rover from 1997 to 2015. Initially a compact SUV built on a body-on-frame chassis, the second generation model, sold from 2007 to 2015 in North America and the Middle East as the LR2 and in Europe as the Freelander 2, transitioned to a car-based platform which placed it into the compact crossover SUV class, and was developed alongside the Volvo XC60, the Volvo S80 and the third generation Ford Mondeo. The name 'Freelander' is derived from the combination of 'Freedom' and 'Lander'.
After having built exclusively body-on-frame 4WD vehicles for half a century, the first generation Freelander was the brand's first model to use monocoque (unibody) structures, and was offered in three- and five-door body options, including a semi soft-top. The second generation (2007–2015) dropped all two-door options, leaving only a five-door estate car-like body, and – after 62 years – became the brand's first ever to offer a two-wheel drive option (as of 2010).
After a five-year hiatus, the two-door Freelanders were succeeded by the three-door versions of the Range Rover Evoque in 2011, and the five-door generation 2 was replaced by the Discovery Sport in 2015, the nameplate spanning two generations and less than eighteen years.
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Common 2008 Land rover Lr2 problems
The 2008 Land Rover LR2 has been reported to have several common problems based on complaints from owners. These issues range from electrical problems to mechanical failures, and can significantly impact the reliability and safety of the vehicle.
One of the most common problems reported by owners is electrical issues, which can include faulty central locking, fuel gauge inaccuracies, and handbrake malfunctions
. These electrical problems can be frustrating and potentially dangerous, as they can affect the overall functionality of the vehicle.
Another common problem reported by owners is the need for expensive clutch replacement. This can be a significant expense for LR2 owners, and can impact the overall cost of ownership for the vehicle
The 2008 LR2 has also been reported to have issues with its engine, including the use of a modified Ford Mondeo platform, which was criticized at the time of production
. This can impact the overall performance and reliability of the vehicle, and can be a concern for potential buyers.
In addition to these issues, the 2008 LR2 has also been reported to have problems with its transmission, brakes, and other mechanical components. These problems can impact the overall safety and reliability of the vehicle, and can be a concern for potential buyers.
Despite these issues, some owners have reported positive experiences with the 2008 LR2, noting that it is a comfortable and safe vehicle to drive. However, it is important for potential buyers to be aware of these common problems and to do their research before making a purchase.
In summary, the 2008 Land Rover LR2 has been reported to have several common problems, including electrical issues, expensive clutch replacement, engine and transmission problems, and other mechanical failures. Potential buyers should be aware of these issues and do their research before making a purchase.
Are Land Rover LR2 expensive to maintain?
Land Rover maintenance and repair costs by model
Of the models that RepairPal has data for, the LR2 is the most budget-friendly Land Rover, costing owners an average of $895 per year in maintenance and repairs.
How many miles will a Land Rover LR2 last?
Land Rovers have an average life span of 13 years or 200,000 miles when well cared for. Land Rover is the least reliable brand of car. Repair and maintenance fees for high-end cars like Land Rovers are often high.
Does 2008 LR2 have air suspension?
Unlike its bigger brothers--the LR3, Range Rover, and Range Rover Sport--the LR2 doesn't have an air suspension, so the ride height is set for its 8.3 inches of ground clearance.
Why won t my 2008 land rover LR2 start?
The most common reasons a Land Rover LR2 won't start are a dead battery, an alternator problem, or failed starter.
2008 Land rover Lr2 car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Land rover Lr2 problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Power train problems
- Electrical system problems
- Engine problems
- Engine and engine cooling problems
- Unknown or other problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2008 Land rover Lr2 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2008 Land rover Lr2
The NHTSA has received 83 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2008 Land rover Lr2. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2008 Land rover Lr2 vehicles.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-05-28
- VIN: SALFP24N58H
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: I bought the 2008 Land Rover LR2 3 years ago and since then I've had to replace the motor transmission hoses tons of modules starter alternator and three batteries in the past year if that's not worse or bad enough I've spent $8,000 and I only paid five forts but the biggest problem now that I'm facing is the battery has gone or the vehicle is going into what's called a crash mode because the battery has a parasitic drain that Land Rover knows about and is a bulletin about but they will not cover or fix or give me any help whatsoever that I've called numerous times to wear the battery drops to certain below a certain voltage and will not communicate with the BCM control module so until then I have to get a software update that's going to cost about $400 in the closest Land Rover dealership is 2 hours away which is going to be another $500 to have it towed there I put three batteries in this vehicle and all three batteries have been drained immediately and there's a software update that they know about and they're admitting in a bulletin but they will not fix or cover and I'm at my wits and I put $8,000 in this vehicle and it's been on the road 4 months in the past 3 years and I have documentation paperwork for all the amount of fixes I've had done to it to prove my purchases my batteries and everything all I'm trying to do is get this software update done on my vehicle so that I can try and sell it or get it back on the road because I have not been able to drive it for 3 years and I've had to call six tow trucks in the amount of 3 years which cost me on $200 a pop and I'm at my Wit's End on what to do from here because I can't get any answers or help from Land Rover they tell me they're not responsible and keep passing the book off to someone else and then I finally have done the research online for the past year on what the exact problem was cuz everyone else kept telling me it was a bad battery when I knew it wasn't because I've already replaced the battery three
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-11-01
- VIN: SALFP24NX8H
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2008 Land Rover LR2. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed and making either a right or left turn, the vehicle made an abnormal sound. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who informed the contact that the rear differential needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 39,000. The contact stated the rear differential had to be replaced in the amount of $3400.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-11-28
- VIN: SALFP24NX8H
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: I have a 2008 Land Rover LR2 in mint condition and regularly maintained by a Land Rover dealer and purchased new from a LR dealer in Pittsburgh. It only has 39K miles and always parked indoors. Last year I noticed a humming, grinding sound coming from the rear wheels.I took it twice to the Fort Myers Florida LR dealer for service but they could not find the problem other than that the differential needed flushing (unusual for 39K miles). Finally took it to LR dealer two weeks ago in Naples, Florida and it was determined that the rear differential needed replacement. It was explained to me by the Asst. Service Mgr. that it was not safe to drive as the wheels could seize and cause an accident. No warning lamps indicated the problem. Land Rover refused to pay for replacement ($10K quoted cost) citing 4 year warranty period was over despite way below 50K mile warranty. Discovered over 30 similar problems reported on LR2 model on "carcomplaints.com".
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-10-20
- VIN: salft24n18h
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2008 Land Rover LR2. The contact stated that the vehicle would not start with the key in the ignition. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and diagnosed with body control module failure. The body control module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired and remained at the dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 89,000.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-05-11
- VIN: SALFR24N68H
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: THE SUNROOF SIDE RAILS HAVE BROKEN AND THE PLASTIC PIECES ARE LODGED IN THE SUNROOF. IT WILL NOT OPERATE AND SEEMS DANGEROUS TO DRIVE.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-09-24
- Fire: 1
- VIN: SALFS24N18H
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2008 LAND ROVER LR2. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 65 MPH, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED AS THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO LOSE POWER. AS THE CONTACT PULLED THE VEHICLE OVER, BLACK SMOKE HAD COME THROUGH THE PASSENGER AIR VENTS. UPON INSPECTION OF THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT SAW FLAMES COMING FROM THE ENGINE. A TRANSPORTATION SERVICE VEHICLE HAPPENED TO BE BEHIND AND WITNESSED THE FAILURE. THE SERVICE OFFICER ASSISTED HIM WITH THE FIRE AND THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS CALLED AND THE FIRE WAS EXTINGUISHED. THE CONTACT WAS UNCERTAIN IF A FIRE REPORT WAS FILED. NO INJURIES WERE REPORTED AS A RESULT OF THE FIRE. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED AS A RESULT OF THE FIRE AND WAS INITIALLY TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. LATER ON, THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO LAND ROVER DENVER(6160 S BROADWAY, LITTLETON, CO 80121). THE CAUSE OF THE FIRE HAD YET TO BE DETERMINED. THE MANUFACTURER HAD YET TO BE NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 208,000.
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-04-10
- VIN: SALFS24N28H
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 LAND ROVER LR2. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SUNROOF CEASED IN THE OPENED POSITION. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ONE TRACK WAS FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO LAND ROVER BIRMINGHAM LOCATED AT 3000 TOM WILLIAMS WAY, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35210, WHERE IT WAS STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT SUBJECTED TO A RECALL. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT A SPECIALIST WAS NEEDED TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 146,000.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-02-01
- VIN: SALFS24N68H
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: HUMMING NOISE WHEN DRIVING DUE TO FAULTY DIFFERENTIAL. ONLY HAS 40,099 MILES....ALSO STARTS SOME DAYS AND OTHER DAYS MAY TAKE UP TO 3 TIMES BEFORE IT WILL START WITHOUT DYING. TOOK TO SEVERAL SHOPS THAT SAID THEY CAN'T FIGURE OUT PROBLEM AND THEY CALLED LANDROVER ONLY TO BE TOLD, THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM AND NO ONE SOLUTION HAS BEEN FOUND TO FIX IT. THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR 3 YEARS AND NO ONE CAN FIX.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-11-07
- VIN: SALFR24N08H
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: MY AUTOMOBILE'S BATTERY DIES (I HAVE BOUGHT 2 NEW BATTERIES) OR RUNS OUT OF CHARGE WHEN IT GETS TOO COLD OR WHEN I DO NOT DRIVE IT FOR 3 DAYS OR MORE. SOMETIMES, AS I AM DRIVING IT ON A HIGHWAY, IT JUST CUTS OFF, AND I HAVE TO WAIT FOR AT LEAST 10 MINUTES AND START IT AGAIN. SOMETIMES IT STARTS, SOMETIMES IT DOESN'T. THEN I HAVE TO WAIT LONGER.
VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-10-10
- VIN: SALFP24N98H
- Components: VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: THE WINDSHIELD IS SEPARATING FROM THE GLASS, AND GETTING SMALL CRACKS TOO AT THE EDGES, WHICH CAN BE DANGEROUS BREAKING DIRECTLY WHILE DRIVING ANYTIME. I DON'T EXACTLY WHEN IT HAS HAPPENED, BUT NOTICED IT NOW.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-10-02
- VIN: SALFS24N78H
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: PREMATURE FAILURE OF BEARINGS, RACES AND GEARS IN REAR DIFFERENTIAL.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-06-24
- VIN: SALFP24N78H
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: I PURCHASED THE CAR IN MARCH OF 2017 WITH 101,000 MILES ON IT. IT NOW HAS 119,000. AS OF 24 JUN 2019, THE REAR END BEGAN MAKING A NOISE WHILE TURNING. I TOOK IT TO A LOCAL IMPORT REPAIR SHOP. MY MECHANIC INFORMED ME THAT THE DIFFERENTIAL IS CURRENTLY BEING HELD TOGETHER WITH ZIP-TIES. ZIP. TIES. AS I HAVE NEVER HAD WORK DONE ON THE REAR END OF THE CAR, THAT MEANS THAT THE ZIP-TIES WERE PUT ON BEFORE I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE. I HAVE NO IDEA WHEN BUT THE REAL QUESTION IS THIS: HOW LONG IS A DIFFERENTIAL SUPPOSED TO LAST? THE DIFFERENTIAL IS CURRENTLY LOCKED INTO ALL-WHEEL DRIVE ALL THE TIME. THE DIFFERENTIAL ALONE WILL COST $4900. THE FLUIDS WILL COST $40. I AM NOT SURE ABOUT THE NUMBER OF HOURS OF LABOR BUT IT WON'T BE OVER A DAY. SO LET'S SAY A DAY OF LABOR WOULD BE 8 HRS AT A RATE OF $120/HOUR. 4900+40+960 = 5900. RIGHT NOW, MY VEHICLE IS ONLY WORTH 2,200. I OWE NO LOAN BUT I AM UPSIDE-DOWN NONETHELESS. THIS IS NOT WEAR AND TEAR. THIS DIFFERENTIAL WAS POORLY DESIGNED. THE POOR DESIGN WAS EXACERBATED WHEN THE DIFFERENTIAL WAS NOT DEALT WITH. IF NOT REPLACED, THE LOCKED DIFFERENTIAL WILL DESTROY THE TRANSMISSION. THEN WHAT WILL I DO?
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-11-09
- VIN: SALFS24N78H
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: "TAKATA RECALL" WHEN MOVING AT LOW OR REGULAR SPEED AND TURNING, THERE IS A RUMBLING STUMPING SOUND COMING FROM THE REAR. I TOOK IT TO THE SHOP AND IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL WAS THE ISSUE. ON RESEARCHING THE LAND-ROVER FORUM, I FOUND THAT MY ISSUE WAS NOT PECULIAR TO ME ALONE BUT IT WAS A MAJOR ISSUE WITH OTHER 2008 LR2 OWNERS AND COSTLY TO CHANGE TOO. HOWEVER LAND-ROVER ISSUED A TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN LTB00342 (ISSUE 3) IN AUG 2011) ABOUT THIS. WHY NOT A RECALL FOR THE FAULTY REAR DIFFERENTIAL OR FREE REPLACEMENT OF THE
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-07-15
- VIN: SALFP24N78H
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: MY WIFE AND I STARTED NOTICING A HUMMING NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR END OF THE VEHICLE THAT SEEMS TO SLOWLY BE GETTING WORSE. THEN WE STARTED GETTING A TRANSMISSION FAULT ERROR MESSAGE ON THE DASH. STARTED DOING RESEARCH AND HAVE FOUND MANY OTHERS WITH THE SAME SYMPTOMS BEFORE THEIR REAR DIFFERENTIAL GOES OUT COMPLETELY. WE ARE DRIVING THE LR2 ACROSS COUNTRY A FEW TIMES THIS NEXT YEAR. IT'S PROBALY GOING TO GO OUT AT SOME POINT. IF THIS IS SUCH A WELL KNOWN ISSUE. I DON'T UNDERSTAND WHY A RECALL HASN'T BEEN ISSUED!
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-08-05
- VIN: SALFP24N58H
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: LIKE 1000S OF OTHER OWNERS, MY LR2 NEEDS REAR DIFFERENTIAL REPLACED. WHY NHTSA HAS NOT REVIEWED THIS IS UNBELIEVABLE. THE VOLVO'S BUILT WITH SAME DESIGN HAVE PROBLEMS WITH REAR DIFFERENTIAL FAILING AS WELL. THE COST OF THIS REPAIR $2400-3000.. HAS THE NHTSA EVEN LOOKED INTO THIS? THIS IS AN EXPENSIVE REPAIR AND I'M READING BLOGS WHERE MANY PEOPLE ARE ATTEMPTING TO DO THE REPAIRS THEMSELVES N GIVING EACH OTHER 'TRIAL N ERROR' TIPS. OTHERS ARE POSTING ASKING WHAT'S THE WORST THAT CAN HAPPEN IF THEY DON'T DO THE REPAIRS. WELL, THE TRANSMISSION CAN LOCK UP CAUSING AN ACCIDENT. SO WHAT WILL IT TAKE FOR A RECALL TO BE AT LEAST CONSIDERED? THIS SEEMS TO BE VERY SIMILAR TO TOYOTA PRIUS RECALL SEVERAL YEARS AGO. AND IT TOOK HOW MANY DEATHS BEFORE A RECALL WAS ISSUED?? OR FORD PINTO CASE SAD THING HERE IS... NHTSA SHOULD BE LISTENING TO THE CONSUMERS! YET SEEMS LIKE NOT MUCH HAS CHANGED OR MAYBE FORGOTTEN....
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-07-07
- VIN: SALFP24N28H
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: REAR DIFFERENTIAL
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-04-22
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: THERE IS A LOUD HUMMING NOISE COMING FROM THE DRIVER'S SIDE REAR WHEN GOING 25MPH+
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-02-22
- VIN: SALFS24N88H
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL HAS FAILED AND NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. VERY COMMON PROBLEM WITH THIS YEAR AND MODEL AFFECTING THE TRANSMISSION AND SAFETY OF ANYONE IN OR AROUND THE VEHICLE.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-02-12
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: I JUST BOUGHT A USED 2008 LAND ROVER LR2 AND I STARTED HEARING NOISES FROM REAR END WENT TO INDEPENDENT SPECIALIST FOR LAND ROVER HE TOLD ME THAT THIS ISSUE IS A COMMON IN THIS CAR...BAD REAR DIFFERENTIAL...HAVE A SCHEDULED APPOINTMENT W HIM IN TUESDAY ALSO HE TOLD TO CONTAC THE LAND.ROVER OF AMERICA BUT THEY R NOT GOING TO DO ANYTHING BUT IT'S THEIR FAULT! PLEASE NHTSA CAN DO SOMETHING W IT? THANK YOU
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-11-01
- VIN: SALFS24N78H
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: 3TIMES NOW FIRST BATTERY LIGHT GOES ON THEN ALL LIGHTS ON PANELS STARTS LIGHTING UP FOR NO REASON ANDCAR STARTS SLOWING DOWN AND THEN DIES WHILE DRIVING. IT HAPPENED ON A HIGHWAY AND ON BUSY RUSH HOUR. ALL SYSTEM SHUTS DOWN. IF WINDOWS ARE OPEN THERE IS NO WAY TO SECURE. IN ONE INSTANCE THE KEY WAS IN THE IGNITION AND WAS NOT ABLE TO RETRIEVE IT THIS IS NOT BEING RECOGNIZED ADDRESSED BY LAND ROVER. CANNOT KEEP ON IGNORING THIS ISSUE. UNFORTUNATELY NOT EVERYONE REPORTS TO THE MANUFACTURER, SOMEONE HAS TO DO SOMETHING THIS PROBLEMS ARE DRAINING THE WALLETS OF CONSUMERS BECAUSE EACH TIME CARS HAVE TO BE TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP TO UNLOCK SYSTEM RELOAD SOFTWARE ONLY TO START A DIAGNOSE. ENDING UP WITH THOUSANDS IN REPAIRS . POLICE HAD TO STOP TO PUT FLARES LAST TIME THE CAR BROKE BECAUSE IT WAS DANGEROUS TO WAIT IN THE DARK FOR TOWING
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-07-24
- VIN: SALFP24N48H
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: MY STEERING COLUMN HAS LOCKED ON ME THREE TIMES AFTER STOPPING MY CAR. WHEN I WOULD REENTER, IT WOULD NOT START BUT MY STEERING COLUMN WOULD TURN. THE DEALERSHIP, EACH TIME, SAID MY STEERING COLUMN WAS LOCKED BECAUSE I NEEDED A BODY CONTROL MODULE, THEN A NEW BATTERY, AND THE 3RD TIME I HAD A BAD STEERING COLUMN. HOWEVER, IT WAS NEVER A RECALL. I SAW SEVERAL COMPLAINTS OF THIS ONLINE, THOUGH NO ONE HAS BEEN KILLED AS A RESULT OF IT. THE CATCH IS THAT IT HAS CAUSED ME AND OTHERS LOTS OF MONEY (OVER $1400.00) EACH TIME THIS PROBLEM OCCURS. IT HAS NEVER STOPPED WHILE I AS DRIVING (ALWAYS STATIONARY), BUT IT DOES MAKE ME NERVOUS THAT IT MIGHT OR SIMPLY THAT I MAY GET STRANDED AGAIN WITH TOW AND REPAIR COSTS.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-06-01
- VIN: SALFT24N58H
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: ENGINE FAN STOPPED WORKING.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-05-01
- VIN: SALFT24N68H
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: REAR DIFFERENTIAL FAILURE
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-05-18
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: 1ST TIME AFTER CAR WAS PARKED IN COSTCO, LEFT WITH MY DAUGHTER AND ALL OUR GROCERIES AND AFTER A COUPLE IF BLOCKS, WITHOUT ANY SIGN THE CAR SLOWLY DIED, WHILE DRIVNG. IT WAS 9 PM AND WAS THE MIDDLE OF BUSY ROAD. DANGEROUS. NOTHING ELECTRICAL WORKED, COULD N CLOSE WINDIWS, PUT NEUTRAL TO MOVE CAR FRIM INTERSECTIONWT HAD IT TOWED TO CAR CENTER AND CHANGED BATTERY. AFTER A COUPLE IF WEEKS LAST THURSDAY EVE, IN MY BUILDING GARAGE INSERTED KEY IN ENGINE, DID NOT TURN ON AT ALL. THE DRIVER DISPLAY SHOWED CHECK SYSTEM AS USUAL AND LIGHTS WERE ON, BUT VEHICLE WOULD NOT START. HAD IT TOWED AGAIN TO VEHICLE CENTER, THEY RECOMMENDED TO TOW IT AGAIN TO DEALER. I HAVE CHECKED ON LINE MANY COMPLAINTS WITH THE SAME ISSUE, NO RECALL ON THE VEHICLE, THERE IS A COMPUTER PROBLEM THAT CAN LEAVE FAMILIES STRANDED IN DANGEROUS SITUATIONS EITHER WITH BRAND NEW BOUGHT VEHICLE OR AFTER A COUPLE IF YEARS. IT SEEMS THAT LAND ROVER IS NOT RECOGNIZING THE COMPUTER, SOFTWARE PROBLEM THEY HAVE. AND THEY KEEP CHARGING THOUSANDS TO THE CONSUMERS FOR DEFAULT ISSUES IN THEIR ELECTRICAL, SOFTWARE SYSTEMS
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-05-15
- VIN: SALFP24N38H
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: I OWN A LAND ROVER LR2 2008, AND IT STARTED MAKING A HUMMING NOISE FROM THE BACK END STARTING AROUND 50,000 MILES. THE NOISE HAS PROGRESSIVELY GOTTEN LOUDER. AFTER CHANGING TIRES, DIFFERENTIAL FLUIDS, AND BRINGING IT TO A MECHANIC (INDEPENDENT), THE PROBLEM WAS DIAGNOSED AS A FAULTY DIFFERENTIAL SYSTEM. ONLINE RESEARCH CONFIRMS THIS PROBLEM AS COMMON AMONG THIS MAKE MODEL AND YEAR. LAND ROVER NORTH AMERICA HAS NOT ISSUED ANY RECALLS FOR THE FAULTY DIFFERENTIAL SYSTEM AND IS NOT CORRELATED TO ANY FAULT OF THE OWNER/DRIVER. THE HUMMING NOISE IS LOUDEST WHEN ACCELERATING OR CRUISING. THE SOUND SOFTENS WHEN DE-ACCELERATING OR WHEN TURNING TO THE "RIGHT". CONTINUED USE OF A FAULTY REAR DIFFERENTIAL WILL RESULT IN THE GEARS LOCKING UP AND POSSIBLY LEADING TO AN ACCIDENT. FAULTY DIFFERENTIALS ARE NOT THE RESULT OF DRIVING PATTERNS NOR MAINTENANCE NEGLECT. CURRENT RATES TO FIX REAR DIFFERENTIALS ON THIS MAKE AND MODEL ARE BETWEEN $3K AND $5K AND LAND ROVER NORTH AMERICA DOES NOT OFFER ANY FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE. ONLINE RESEARCH INDICATES THIS PROBLEM IS A PATTERN AND A TREND AND LAND ROVER SHOULD ISSUE AN OFFICIAL RECALL.
2008 Land rover Lr2 recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 1 recalls for different components of the 2008 Land rover Lr2.
- Manufacturer: LAND ROVER
- Components: VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
- Summary: LAND ROVER IS RECALLING 12,353 MY 2008 LR2 VEHICLES BUILT WITH A SUNROOF. FAILURE OF EITHER THE LEFT OR RIGHT HAND SIDE SUNROOF GUIDE RAIL CAN OCCUR WHEN THE SUNROOF IS OPERATED. EXCESSIVE STRESS CAN DEVELOP IN THE OVER-MOLDED BRACKET WHICH COULD LEAD TO CRACKING DURING NORMAL SUNROOF OPERATION. IF CRACKS OCCUR AND PROPAGATE IN A CERTAIN AREA OF THE GUIDE RAIL, FRAGMENTS OF THE PLASTIC OVER-MOLD MATERIAL MAY DETACH FROM THE GUIDE RAIL AND OBSTRUCT THE OPERATION OF THE SUNROOF.
- Consequence: THE OBSTRUCTION COULD CAUSE THE SUNROOF, WHEN OPERATED, TO BIND, TWIST, AND POTENTIALLY DETACH FROM THE OPERATING MECHANISM. IF THE SUNROOF IS SUBSEQUENTLY CYCLED AND A VERTICAL FORCE APPLIED, I.E., A CUSTOMER MANUALLY AIDING THE ROOF TO CLOSE OR WIND LIFT, THE GLASS PANEL CAN BECOME FULLY DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL RETENTION INSERTS TO BOTH SIDES OF THE GLASS PANEL GUIDE RAILS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 29, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT LAND ROVER AT 1-800-637-6837.
Negative 2008 Land rover Lr2 car reviews
Positive 2008 Land rover Lr2 car reviews
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Hi there! I hope you're doing well. I just wanted to share my experience with my LR2 SE that I purchased back in October 2007. At the time, I was in graduate school and needed a reliable winter vehicle to get me around. I looked at a few different SUVs in the mid $30K price range, including Nissan Pathfinders, but the LR2 won me over after the test drive. I have to say, I couldn't be happier with my decision! It's been a fantastic car for me, especially on road trips. The LR2 is so easy to drive and the seats are incredibly comfortable. It's not too big, but still has plenty of space to carry whatever I need. Plus, it's compact enough to drive in town every day. And when it comes to bad weather, this car really shines! The snow terrain response setting is phenomenal, and the headlights and nav are top-notch. Overall, I'm really glad I went with the LR2 and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a reliable and comfortable SUV.
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Congratulations on completing your first month and 1000 miles with your LR2! It's great to hear that you've been receiving positive comments on the car's appearance and that you're enjoying the ride, especially since you were transitioning from a sedan. The driver's seat seems to be spacious enough for tall people, which is fantastic. I'm glad to hear that you opted for the upgraded sound system and lighting package, as they seem to be enhancing your driving experience. It's unfortunate that the bluetooth phone system has been causing some issues, but hopefully, LR is working on a solution. Overall, it sounds like LR has done an excellent job with the redesign. Thank you for sharing your thoughts!
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The ride and design of the car are great, however, there is a major issue with the car shifter getting locked into neutral. Despite going to the dealer twice in less than two weeks, the problem persists and the dealer is unable to find any issue when checking the system. I am wondering if anyone else has experienced this problem and if there are any solutions available.
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I traded 'down' to the LR2 from the Range Rover Sport and I absolutely love this SUV. In some ways, it is even more enjoyable than the Sport. It has more interior room than the Sport, a comparable stereo, and looks just as good, all for 2/3rds of the price. Although I have only owned this vehicle for a month, it has had no problems, which is a great improvement compared to my experience with the Sport in the same time period. I highly recommend it!
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I work out of town for a living and average around 40,000km a year on my vehicles. The Land Rover LR2 has been the best vehicle I have owned. I have owned everything from trucks to cars to vans, but I wouldn't drive anything other than my Land Rover. Admittedly, the cargo space is a little tight, but aside from that, this vehicle is solid! Living in Canada, going through the 7 months of Canadian winters, you need a reliable vehicle. Aside from the scheduled maintenance, I haven't had a single issue with it. Even after putting 30000 km on it in 9 months, the engine still purrs like a kitten. Thanks for the dependability, Land Rover. Good job!
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Land Rover LR2 Repair: Service and Maintenance Cost
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Are you having problems with your 2008 Land rover Lr2?
Devon O'Connell 2024-11-02
I have experienced several issues with my Land Rover, including the car cutting out while driving, the gas gauge malfunctioning, and the car staying on even after removing the key. Unfortunately, these issues have resulted in the car being bought back as a lemon. While I have had a difficult experience, I am confident in my decision to not purchase another Land/Range Rover in the future.
Sven Thompson 2024-08-02
Hi there! I hope you're doing well. I wanted to share my experience with my LR2. Unfortunately, I've had to take it to the dealership for repairs for 35 of the 90 days that I've owned it. It seems that the parts needed to fix it are quite complicated to obtain. For example, I've been waiting for two weeks for a gasket for my new cylinder head. Can you believe that I had to replace a cylinder after only 90 days? On top of that, I've had some trouble with the car not starting or stalling out. Have you experienced anything similar with your car?
Jefferey Runolfsdottir 2024-07-25
I really liked the appearance of the SUV, but unfortunately, I had some issues with maintenance. I had to replace the brakes and rotors at 22,000 miles, which was unexpected, and then the tires needed to be replaced at 28,000 miles. I was told that this was the average lifespan for brakes and the maximum for tires. Additionally, I experienced air noise and front-end steering problems from the beginning. Ultimately, I decided to trade in the SUV for a BMW, which has been a better fit for me. While I was disappointed with the upkeep of the SUV, I am glad to have moved on to a vehicle that better suits my needs.
Eleazar Considine 2024-06-17
Hello! We wanted to share our experience with our Land Rover. Unfortunately, we had some issues with our car breaking down at only 2800 miles. We were concerned about the coolant levels and the Land Rover team has been working on the issue for the past 3 weeks. We understand that this may be a common issue with other buyers as well. We appreciate the Land Rover team's efforts to resolve the issue, but we are still concerned about the safety of the car. We hope that a solution can be found soon. Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Bertram Reynolds 2024-06-11
The car is only 30 days old, yet it has already been in for service three times. The first two times were due to a faulty passenger seat airbag sensor, and now it has refused to start three times in just two days, with the check engine and battery lights coming on. Unfortunately, LR didn't have the P/N for the part that needed to be replaced, which resulted in a 2.5 week wait. However, LR eventually shipped the part all the way from the UK. While the price of the LR2 was great, it seems that the saying 'you get what you pay for' may apply. Despite this, we are still hopeful that the LR2 will meet our expectations.