2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 8%of 63 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 108,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the brakes of the 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, 8% of the 63 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 108,000 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I was trying to park the car and was at a low speed. The brakes did not respond. I then stood up, holding on to the steering wheel. The car then stopped. A similar incident happend about three or four months ago when my husband was driving the car.”
NHTSA complaint #10504387, filed 2013-03, 10,000 miles“The contact owns a 2011 Range Rover Sport. The contact stated that after coming to a complete stop, while depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle suddenly lunged forward. The failure occurred on several occasions. On one occasion the vehicle lunged forward approximately ten feet. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer was notified of the failure. The manufacturer was not yet contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 108,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11418666, filed 2021-05, 108,000 miles“The contact owns a 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact stated that the vehicle was leaking fuel. The brake, fuel, and check engine warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the fuel tank flange needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The dealer stated that fuel was leaking in the front of vehicle near the engine. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number 21V635000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). …”
NHTSA complaint #11576822, filed 2024-03, 170,000 miles“The contact owns a 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended. In addition, the low brake fluid warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the brake pedal was dressed to the floorboard and then pumped several times before the vehicle stopped as needed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with corrosion to the brake lines. The contact was informed that the brake lines needed to be replaced. …”
NHTSA complaint #11703002, filed 2025-12, 110,000 miles“The contact owns a 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact stated that the brake pedal was depressed with excessive force, but failed to stop the vehicle. The contact activated the emergency brake in order to stop the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, who replaced the hydraulic brake booster, but the failure persisted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 5,000. Updated 03/24/15 updated 10/20/2015”
NHTSA complaint #10682111, filed 2015-02, 5,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11016648Mar 14, 2025There have been several FRED submissions for a customer allegation of brake judder/vibration.
- 11016647Mar 14, 2025There have been several FRED submissions for a customer allegation of a brake noise concern.
- 11016646Mar 14, 2025There have been several FRED submissions for a customer allegation of a rear brake warning being illuminated on the instrument cluster.
- 10116143Feb 27, 2017Front brake pad retaining pin difficult to remove
- 10106022Jan 5, 2015"re-issued dec 2015 issue: brake caliper discolouration. Cause: damage to the caliper finish while cleaning the vehicle and, or the road wheels"
- 10103501Jan 5, 2015"issue: a customer may report brake squeal from the front or rear of the vehicle since the routine replacement of the brake pads. Vehicles with standard brakes only. Cause: brake…
- 10103482Jan 5, 2015"issue: upon replacement of the front brake pads, the brake pad retaining pins may be difficult to remove. Vehicles fitted with high performance/brembo brakes, post 10 model year…
- 10204837Dec 19, 2014Technical Bulletin: Squeal Noise From Front Brakes During Light Braking - High Performance Brakes Only.
- 10103111Dec 19, 2014"situation: on vehicles fitted with the high performance brake system only, a 'squeal' noise from the front brakes may be evident during low-speed, light-to-moderate braking…
- 10071139Dec 19, 2014Summary to be provided on a future date.
Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2 | 15% |
| 2024 | 3 | 17% |
| 2023 | 4 | 17% |
| 2020 | 6 | 13% |
| 2018 | 1 | 3% |
| 2017 | 2 | 3% |
| 2015 | 2 | 4% |
| 2014 | 2 | 5% |
| 2013 | 6 | 18% |
| 2012 | 1 | 3% |
| 2011 | 5 | 8% |
| 2010 | 1 | 2% |
| 2009 | 2 | 25% |
| 2008 | 1 | 7% |
Other parts of the 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
25 complaintsFuel system
20 complaintsEngine
8 complaintsOther or unknown
4 complaintsSuspension
4 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
3 complaintsAir bags
2 complaintsElectrical system
2 complaintsEngine cooling
2 complaintsSteering
2 complaintsBack-over prevention (rear camera)
1 complaintsSeat belts
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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