1992-2002 Land Rover Range Rover: Reliability

Updated: 11/23/08

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1992-2002 Land Rover Range Rover 

  • Price Range:  $1,900 - $12,200
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Our reliability study for this generation Land Rover Range Rover includes details on average repair costs, manufacturer recalls, and everything you need to know to gauge the long-term reliability of this generation Land Rover Range Rover .

Trouble Spots

Consumer Guide's® Auto Editors have scoured repair bulletins and questioned mechanics to search for commonly occurring problems for a particular vehicle. In some cases we also give possible manufacturer-suggested solutions. In many instances these trouble spots are Technical Service Bulletins posted by the manufacturer, however, we have our own expert looking at additional vehicle problems.

Accessory belt: Serpentine drive belt comes off when idler pulley breaks. Should be replaced as a dealer recall. (2000)

Climate control: If the heating, air conditioning, and ventilation systems do not work properly, a new circuit board (logic control) must be installed. (1997)

Engine misfire: Some vehicles were built with a crankshaft timing gear that was not properly hardened. If it has already been replaced, you will see red paint on the engine's front lifting eye. The company is replacing the gears beyond the normal warranty period. (1995-96)

Fuel odors: When refueling, the pump nozzle may click off at full flow requiring a much slower flow due to a twisted breather pipe at the fuel-tank filler neck. (1992-96)

Hard starting: Difficult starting or a no-start is probably due to a bad ignition coil which has overheated. (The pitch may have even leaked out.) The ignition module is the root cause. (1992-94)

Oil leak: A revised output seal can remedy transfer gearbox oil leak. (1992-98)

Transmission leak: Water can enter the transmission breather tube and, in cold weather, freeze causing the transmission to leak. (1995-98)

Transmission noise: The transfer case makes a whining noise, but a gear-lever kit has been designed to fix it. (1994-95)

Consumer Guide® Estimated Repair Costs

This table lists costs of likely repairs for comparison with other vehicles. The dollar amount includes the cost of the part(s) and labor (based on $50 per hour) for the typical repair without extras or add-ons. Like the pricing information, replacement costs can vary widely depending on region. Expect charges at a new-car dealership to be slightly higher.
Item Name Repair Cost
A/C Compressor $1,240
Alternator $610
Automatic Transmission or Transaxle $1,250
Brakes $400
Clutch, Pressure Plate, Bearing $990
Exhaust System $460
Radiator $840
Shocks and/or Struts $680
Timing Chain or Belt $880
Universal Joints $235
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