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NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD

2023 Land Rover Range Rover Sport

Recall and complaint safety record from NHTSA. This configuration has not been crash-tested.

6Recalls
21Complaints
0Investigations
ABOUT THE LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER SPORT

The Land Rover Range Rover Sport is a premium midsize SUV that occupies one of the most aspirational slots in the luxury off-road segment. Aimed at affluent buyers who want commanding on-road presence alongside genuine all-terrain capability, it competes with the Porsche Cayenne and BMW X5. The Sport trades on heritage, status, and a distinctly British character that sets it apart from German rivals.

VERDICT

The 2023 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 6 recalls and 21 owner complaints on file, giving it a light recall and complaint burden.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • shoppers who want the full federal safety picture in one place
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers generally praise the Range Rover Sport for its polished, upscale cabin, composed on-road ride, and impressive off-road capability that most owners will rarely fully exploit. Driving dynamics are described as surprisingly refined for a vehicle of its size and weight. Some reviewers flag concerns about interior material consistency and note that the ownership experience can feel complex, though the overall character of the vehicle earns consistent admiration.

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:DC/DC CONVERTER26V248000

Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy: The remedy for this recall is currently under development. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed June 17, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 800-637-6837. Land Rover's numbers for this recall are D126 and H575.

Reported 2026-04-17

STRUCTURE:EXTERIOR TRIM26V097000

Risk: A detached panoramic sunroof side trim can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of injury or crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the panoramic sunroof side finisher trim and secure it as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed June 19, 2026. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is D095.

Reported 2026-02-19

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS23V871000

Risk: Exterior lights that fail to illuminate can decrease visibility and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the right-side tailgate and body mounted lights, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed April 10, 2024. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N830.

Reported 2023-12-21

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES23V324000

Risk: In the event of a crash, unsecured objects from within the armrest compartment may strike the vehicle occupants, increasing their risk of injury.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the locking arm of the second-row armrest storage compartment, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 3, 2023. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N789.

Reported 2023-05-04

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS23V251000

Risk: Taillights and brake lights that do not illuminate correctly can reduce vehicle visibility or cause confusion for other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rear taillights, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 25, 2023. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N782.

Reported 2023-04-06

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION23V044000

Risk: An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the engine cam carrier and related components as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2023. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N763.

Reported 2023-02-02

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

21 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

1reported crash
0reported fire
0reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsElectrical System 13Engine 10Steering 5Unknown Or Other 2Service Brakes 2Lane Departure 2

Other Range Rover Sport years

Last verified 2026-07-03. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings, recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Land Rover Range Rover Sport 2023. Methodology · Disclosure