2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 4%of 77 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 24,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, 4% of the 77 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 24,000 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.
“Rear differential needed to be replaced with less then 40,000 miles. No extreme driving, mainly city driving. No lights or warnings, just a rubbing noise. Took it to a dealer and outside mechanic, both confirmed it needed to be replaced.”
NHTSA complaint #11397531, filed 2021-02, 40,000 miles“On multiple occasions vehicle has been in reverse as indicated by gear shift and dash yet the vehicle has moved forward as if it were in drive instead. Reported to dealership and manufacturer without resolve.”
NHTSA complaint #11112351, filed 2018-07, 8,000 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 2026-05Related service bulletins
- 10249854Jan 12, 2024After thermostat replacement, the instrument cluster says that the engine is overheating while driving.
- 10240351Jul 17, 2023Misfire or rough running
- 10240350Jul 17, 2023Misfire or rough running
- 10229595Dec 20, 2022Malfunction Indicator Lamp
- 10227430Nov 8, 2022Low speed front end driveline clunk - V8
- 10227429Nov 8, 2022Low speed front end driveline clunk - V8
- 10215521Jun 10, 2022Diesel engine pcm calibration - cancelled
- 10213027May 18, 2022Lack/Loss of Power
- 10213026May 18, 2022Lack/Loss of Power
- 10212993May 13, 2022Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Incorrect Calibration
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 3 | 17% |
| 2023 | 1 | 4% |
| 2022 | 4 | 29% |
| 2021 | 2 | 15% |
| 2020 | 4 | 8% |
| 2018 | 1 | 3% |
| 2017 | 2 | 3% |
| 2016 | 3 | 4% |
| 2015 | 5 | 9% |
| 2014 | 2 | 5% |
| 2012 | 4 | 13% |
| 2011 | 3 | 5% |
| 2010 | 1 | 2% |
| 2006 | 8 | 31% |
Other parts of the 2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
24 complaintsEngine
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 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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