1996 Land Rover Range Rover Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 14%of 35 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 56,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the suspension of the 1996 Land Rover Range Rover, 14% of the 35 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 56,000 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.
“Eas fault; had in to dealer numerous times, replaced several parts. Always fails again within a few months. Spent over $2500 on it so far. Most recent failure nov 03; first failure may 02”
NHTSA complaint #10068008, filed 2004-04, 56,000 miles“These components all failed while driving down the interestate, putting me and my passenger in danger. The dealership does not feel that it is responcible for fixing the problem, although they cliam that it is very common. My extended warranty company, chrysler service contracts does not have it listed as a defect they cover. I would appreciate it if someone could look into the complain record for these specific problems and help me to find a resolution with Land Rover. Thank you very much for your time.no safety defect.”
NHTSA complaint #750100, filed 2001-08“Eas has failed, dealer already repaired. Eas light keep flashing, dealer can't fix problem. Suspension go to extend mode, dealer can't fix the problem”
NHTSA complaint #718244, filed 2000-02“Exhaust system malfunctioned. In addition, engine valve cover gasket failed, resulting in an oil leak. Also, sway bar bolts broke/transmission/door lock and latch/rear lamps and remote control failed.”
NHTSA complaint #518901, filed 1997-08Related service bulletins
- 10016661Mar 16, 2005Air suspension diagnostic guidelines-incorrectly diagnosed eas system faults.
Suspension: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 2 | 9% |
| 2021 | 4 | 33% |
| 2020 | 1 | 4% |
| 2019 | 1 | 7% |
| 2017 | 11 | 18% |
| 2016 | 20 | 25% |
| 2015 | 23 | 32% |
| 2014 | 5 | 12% |
| 2013 | 1 | 4% |
| 2012 | 2 | 10% |
| 2008 | 3 | 10% |
| 2007 | 2 | 14% |
| 2006 | 7 | 13% |
| 2005 | 3 | 9% |
| 2004 | 6 | 12% |
| 2003 | 4 | 4% |
| 2002 | 4 | 29% |
| 2001 | 1 | 14% |
| 2000 | 3 | 12% |
| 1999 | 1 | 3% |
| 1998 | 4 | 17% |
| 1996 | 5 | 14% |
| 1995 | 3 | 12% |
| 1994 | 3 | 30% |
| 1993 | 2 | 25% |
| 1990 | 1 | 8% |
Other parts of the 1996 Land Rover Range Rover
11 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
5 complaintsElectrical system
4 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
4 complaintsOther or unknown
3 complaintsAir bags
2 complaintsBody and structure
2 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
2 complaintsBrakes
1 complaintsEngine
1 complaintsEquipment
1 complaintsExterior lighting
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1996 Land Rover Range Rover
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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