2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 18%of 33 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 72,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the brakes of the 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, 18% of the 33 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 72,000 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.
“Traded in 2013 ford explorer 2wd for 39k miles Range Rover Sport from a maserati dealer in daytona beach. The salesman promised a inspection report and we took for a test drive along I 95 southbound. I commented on braking and mild shaking of steerung wheel (juddering). Upon returning to dealer parking lot, inspected brake pads and rotos visably and appear to be an issue. I tried to get Land Rover dealers to check vehicle and called two from maserati dealer, but had to wait a week to get in. So I took the rrs and signed a we owe you form. …”
NHTSA complaint #10893842, filed 2016-08, 39,900 miles“Emergency brake failed while driving. No warning light or any symptom present. Fortunately no accident resulted. Reason was because emergency brake was locked on the entire time without knowing and became non-functional. Damaged most wheel components on rear driver side. Diagnosis: malfunctioned emergency brake actuator. Very common problem with this model car. This should not happen.”
NHTSA complaint #11080092, filed 2018-03, 72,000 miles“I'm not sure how to explain but, there's so much going on with the vehicle. I purchased the vehicle as is but, was told they did an inspection and it was cleared. I was told that the brakes was brand new because, we heard squeaking. We took the vehicle for a diagnostic test because of the brakes. We got a quote for over 6114.00. What!! Brakes, suspension, hub, Wheel barren, Wheel aligment. What?? I just got this vehicle August 10, 2021 and this was November when this came up. We only had the brakes done which we paid over 1,000 and we were going to do the rest at another time. …”
NHTSA complaint #11454062, filed 2022-02“The contact owns a 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact stated that the brake fluid warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that while having routine maintenance performed at the local dealer, she was informed that the brake line was cracked. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 86,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11437831, filed 2021-10, 86,000 miles“The contact owns a 2014 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact stated while driving approximately 45-50 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed but went to the floorboard and failed to respond. The contact engaged the parking brake and manually shifted into a lower gear, causing the vehicle to gradually stop. The contact veered to the side of the road. The contact stated upon inspecting the vehicle, he noticed that the driver's side subframe was wet. The contact was able to drive to his destination. …”
NHTSA complaint #11494744, filed 2022-11, 116,000 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.
- 10167318Oct 14, 2019EPB (Emergency Park Brake) is applied and will not release. The EPB applied light is not on. The ABS (Anti-lock braking system), DSC (Dynamic stability Control) and brake warning…
- 10116143Feb 27, 2017Front brake pad retaining pin difficult to remove
- 10203395Jan 5, 2015Brake Switch Adjustment and Setting Procedure - Excessfive brake pedal pressure required to get the auto transmission out of park, warning lights on the instrument pack with…
- 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.
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 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
12 complaintsSuspension
5 complaintsElectrical system
4 complaintsBody and structure
4 complaintsEngine
3 complaintsSteering
3 complaintsEngine cooling
2 complaintsOther or unknown
2 complaintsAir bags
1 complaintsElectronic stability control
1 complaintsLane departure
1 complaintsWheels
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2013 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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