Land Rover Freelander recalls and problems
6 recalls and 455 owner complaints for 5 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
6
Complaints
455
Crashes reported
7
Fires reported
11
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Land Rover Freelander by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 Freelander | 3 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 Freelander | 3 | 69 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 Freelander | 5 | 140 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 Freelander | 3 | 226 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 0 |
| 2001 Freelander | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most reported Land Rover Freelander problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 298 | |
| Power Train | 128 | |
| Electrical System | 65 | |
| Visibility | 56 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 45 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 40 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 29 | |
| Structure | 16 | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 16 | |
| Engine | 14 |
All Land Rover Freelander recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07V-041 | Feb 9, 2007 | 2002–2005 | Exterior Lighting | On certain sport utility vehicles, the brake lights may remain illuminated even when the brake pedal is not depressed. |
| 05V-300 | Jun 28, 2005 | 2002–2005 | Latches/Locks/Linkages | On certain five door sport utility vehicles, it is possible to operate the interior door handle to open the door when the child safety lever is in the "on" position. |
| 04V-489 | Oct 7, 2004 | 2003 | Structure | On certain sport utility vehicles, an incorrect weld nut was installed. |
| 04V-347 | Jul 12, 2004 | 2002–2004 | Structure | Certain sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. |
| 04V-207 | May 5, 2004 | 2003 | Latches/Locks/Linkages | On certain sport utility vehicles, the child door lock on the left hand rear door can become disengaged. |
| 04V-510 | Jan 28, 2004 | 2005 | Air Bags | Certain sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Land Rover Freelander?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2002 Land Rover Freelander has the most reports (226). Check the 2002 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Land Rover Freelander have?
NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls covering Land Rover Freelander model years 2002–2005.
What are the most common Land Rover Freelander problems?
Owners report engine and engine cooling, power train, electrical system problems most often.