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2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport Fuel system Problems

Complaints
6about this part
Share
8%of 77 total for the year
Median mileage
80,156miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the fuel system of the 2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, 8% of the 77 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 80,156 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.

“The fuel tank support sheet metal has corroded away such that the fuel tank is not supported on the passenger side and may fall from the vehicle. This could cause sudden failure of the vehicle to be operated and possible fire from leaking fuel if the tank falls out.”

NHTSA complaint #11739019, filed 2026-05

“The Diesel Exhaust Fluid system on my 2016 Range Rover Sport has a recurring defect that triggers the warning “Incorrect Diesel Exhaust Fluid Quality Detected” followed by a “No engine starts in XX miles” countdown. This defect has happened repeatedly over several years despite multiple repairs including injector replacement, injector housing replacement and eventually a complete DEF tank assembly replacement. The failure always returns. …”

NHTSA complaint #11703706, filed 2025-12

“The contact owns a 2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact stated while parked at the gas station, the fuel gauge became inoperable. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the fuel sending unit needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure persisted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that recalls were VIN-specific and offered no assistance. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V337000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); however, the VIN was not included. …”

NHTSA complaint #11634666, filed 2025-01, 120,311 miles

“Shortly after purchase of the vehicle on November 26, 2021, the vehicle began experiencing repeated DEF (Diesel Exhaust Fluid), SCR, and DPF system failures, accompanied by dashboard warning indicators, drivability instability, reduced power warnings, and eventual shutdown conditions. The most serious safety concern is that when the DEF/emissions warning activates, the vehicle may enter reduced-power mode and ultimately become non-operable, creating a significant roadway safety hazard. …”

NHTSA complaint #11741124, filed 2026-05

“The contact owns a 2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the active grill sensor and fuel rail sensor needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the low-pressure sensor failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was then taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. …”

NHTSA complaint #11505325, filed 2023-02, 40,000 miles

Related service bulletins

Fuel system: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
202518%
202217%
202118%
202036%
2019312%
201839%
20171017%
201668%
201559%
2014511%
20131236%
20122063%
20112032%
20101332%
2008321%
200614%

Other parts of the 2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport

Steering
24 complaints
Engine
14 complaints
Suspension
11 complaints
Other or unknown
7 complaints
Air bags
5 complaints
Electrical system
5 complaints
Latches, locks and linkages
5 complaints
Seat belts
4 complaints
Body and structure
4 complaints
Transmission and drivetrain
3 complaints
Engine cooling
2 complaints
Lane departure
2 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology