2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 24about this part
- Share
- 31%of 77 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 92,000miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 24 complaints about the steering of the 2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, 31% of the 77 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 92,000 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The contact owns a 2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact stated that the rear passenger side door failed to close after repeated attempts to securely close the door. Upon investigation, the contact discovered Manufacturer Recall Number: N986 (Latches/Locks/Linkages) and NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V514000 (Steering); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The local dealer was made aware of the issue, and an appointment was scheduled for the recall repairs. …”
NHTSA complaint #11710648, filed 2026-01, 115,000 miles“The contact owns a 2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact stated that while driving 30 MPH and making a right turn, there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the steering wheel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the suspension upper knuckle joint was damaged and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to 24V840000 (STEERING); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. …”
NHTSA complaint #11653496, filed 2025-04, 72,476 miles“The contact owns a 2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact stated that while driving 2 MPH in the driveway, the rear latch opened unexpectedly. The trunk ajar message was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer to be repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V514000 (Steering) and 19V390000 (Latches/Locks/Linkages). The contact was informed that the parts were not yet available. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 92,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11745910, filed 2026-06, 92,000 miles“The contact owns a 2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V514000 (STEERING); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while driving at 40 MPH, the vehicle vibrated underneath his feet. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the lower control arms had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that the failure persisted. …”
NHTSA complaint #11687872, filed 2025-09, 111,000 miles“The contact owns a 2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact stated that while driving at high speeds, the vehicle independently drifted into another lane, and the contact slightly lost control of the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and a dealer; however, the cause of the failure was not determined. The contact recently discovered NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V514000 (Steering); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. …”
NHTSA complaint #11704513, filed 2025-12, 58,000 milesRelated recalls
- 25V514000Aug 8, 2025Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Range Rover and Range Rover Sport vehicles. The front suspension upper…Covers: Land Rover Range Rover Sport 2014–2017, Range Rover 2014–2017
Related service bulletins
- 10178132Jul 27, 2020A customer may report that the heated steering wheel does not heat up when selected.
- 10178118Jul 9, 2020Customer reports of steering wheel mis-alignment.
- 10178117Jul 9, 2020Customer reports of steering wheel mis-alignment.
- 10165210Aug 8, 2019Customer states the steering is heavier than expected.
- 10165186Aug 1, 2019There is an increased noise when turning the steering wheel and a notchy feel to the steering. This bulletin provides diagnostic advice in advance of changes to the TOPIx…
- 10164582Jun 13, 2019Customer states the steering is heavier than expected.
- 10162671Jun 13, 2019Customer states the steering is heavier than expected.
- 10160455Apr 11, 2019Vehicle steering feel heavier than expected
Steering: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 8% |
| 2024 | 2 | 11% |
| 2023 | 5 | 22% |
| 2021 | 1 | 8% |
| 2020 | 1 | 2% |
| 2019 | 2 | 8% |
| 2018 | 2 | 6% |
| 2017 | 22 | 37% |
| 2016 | 24 | 31% |
| 2015 | 17 | 31% |
| 2014 | 4 | 9% |
| 2013 | 3 | 9% |
| 2012 | 2 | 6% |
| 2011 | 2 | 3% |
| 2010 | 1 | 2% |
| 2006 | 4 | 15% |
Other parts of the 2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
14 complaintsSuspension
11 complaintsOther or unknown
7 complaintsFuel system
6 complaintsAir bags
5 complaintsElectrical system
5 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
5 complaintsSeat belts
4 complaintsBody and structure
4 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
3 complaintsEngine cooling
2 complaintsLane 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 Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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