2005 Land Rover Range Rover Problems
- Complaints
- 35filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 60,020miles, 29 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 1campaigns on record
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 12 mpgcombined, 4.4L 8-cyl 4WD/AWD · 11 city / 15 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 35 consumer complaints for the 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. The part named most often is transmission and drivetrain, with 21 complaints (60% of the total), followed by steering (4) and electrical system (3). 29 of the complaints include a mileage, and 38% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 60,020 miles. Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, 1 a fire, 2 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 66 technical service bulletins for this model year. Transmission and drivetrain complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign covering the driveshaft and 5 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Steering complaints overlap with 14 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
Not compared (before 2008). Model years 2008–2023 of the same vehicle that have at least 25 complaints are compared, and a model needs at least 3 of them.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Steering4 11%
- Electrical system3 8.6%
- Engine cooling3 8.6%
- Equipment3 8.6%
- Suspension3 8.6%
- Engine2 5.7%
- Fuel system1 2.9%
- Body and structure1 2.9%
Also reported: Wheels (1).
Example complaints
Transmission and drivetrain: “My differential is leaking & I think it has cause my transmission to false.. I believe this has happen while in motion on the street in newyork ... I purchased the Range Rover from Land Rover of virginia in 2008.”
NHTSA complaint #10781886, filed 2015-10, 120,000 milesSteering: “The steering column will drop while driving. It is a known problem and Land Rover wants $1,900 or more to replace the steering column. I was travelling on the interstate and the steering wheel suddenly dropped on my knees. When I lifted my leg to apply the brakes, it caused the steering wheel to turn, causing me to swerve into traffic. I immediately called the Land Rover dealership and they said they have had complaints but it is not on the recall list. This is very dangerous.”
NHTSA complaint #10995345, filed 2017-06, 115,000 milesElectrical system: “Steering becomes hard regularly, have to restart vehicle to make the power steering reengage. This happens often; sometimes even when driving at high speed, power steering just goes out.”
NHTSA complaint #10534926, filed 2013-08, 75,256 milesEngine cooling: “Complaint: fire erupting from 2005 Range Rover hse 2005 Range Rover hse, purchased in 2004-5 from scottsdale, az Land Rover. On june 1, 2010, while vehicle occupant driving to work in phoenix, az, following dashboard message appeared with the abbreviation, trans failsafe prog. The Range Rover owners handbook, pg. 79, states that the above message means, a malfunction has occurred in the transmission. As to what to do, the handbook explains, drive carefully avoiding excessive revs and consult your retailer at the earliest opportunity. …”
NHTSA complaint #10343034, filed 2010-07, 36,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
38% of the 29 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 35,700 and 105,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2005 Land Rover Range Rover version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Range Rover 4WD/AWD | 4.4L 8-cyl | 5-speed automatic | 11 | 15 | 12 | $6,850 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 08V635000Dec 3, 2008Power train › Driveline › DriveshaftCovers: Land Rover Range Rover 2003–2005
Land rover is recalling 19,168 my 2003-2005 range rover vehicles. The front differential coupling sleeve and the propeller shaft may be misaligned, resulting in spline wear over a period of time. As the wear between the propeller shaft and the differential…
Recall details for the 2005 Land Rover Range Rover → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 66 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 10142770May 16, 2018Equipment. Issue: The wrong component maybe replaced when troubleshooting Bluetooth connectivity in car.
- 10134896Mar 26, 2018Steering, Wheels, Suspension. The steering wheel may exhibit a vibration / shimmy while driving.
- 10134881Mar 21, 2018Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. Issue: Powertrain Transmission Module Learn Adaption routine has been instated on SDD/Pathfinder.
- 10136669Mar 8, 2018Electrical system. The 'Service Required' warning text will not appear on the Instrument Cluster (IC) if a vehicle has reached its service point.
- 10125267Sep 14, 2017Equipment. Presentation from Dealer Shop Foreman Conference Call
- 10116190May 9, 2017Steering. Situation: The steering wheel may exhibit a vibration / shimmy while driving.
- 10105863Oct 30, 2015Electrical system, Equipment. "issue the wrong component maybe replaced when troubleshooting bluetooth connectivity in car. Cause the front control display interface module(touchscreen) has no effect on bluetooth connectivity in…
- 10105723Sep 21, 2015Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). "situation: the windshield wipers may make a squeak noise, judder, or streak the windshield. Cause: this may be caused by a build-up of dirt and grease on the surface of the windshield glass."
- 10105538Jul 23, 2015Equipment. "issue: a customer may report a concern that when the vehicle is started there is no cabin audio at all from any sources. If the nav button is pressed a 2-5 second period of am/ fm radio can be…
- 10105425Apr 8, 2015Equipment, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). "situation: the roof opening panel motor may not operate. Service part egq000010 uses a motor that at 2010 model year was changed to a webasto motor (along with further harness changes). The…
Other model years of the Land Rover Range Rover
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 9 | 3,300 | 5 | — | 23 | — | Too new |
| 2024 | 10 | 21,000 | 10 | — | 20 | — | Too new |
| 2023 | 22 | 17,000 | 11 | — | — | — | Too new |
| 2021 | 12 | 37,000 | 5 | — | 18 | — | Not enough data |
| 2020 | 27 | 950 | 5 | — | 18 | 53 · Typical | Rising |
| 2019 | 15 | 17,000 | 3 | — | 18 | — | Rising |
| 2018 | 28 | 4,750 | 4 | — | 18 | 43 · Typical | Stable |
| 2017 | 62 | 53,000 | 8 | — | 16 | 53 · Typical | Rising |
| 2016 | 79 | 61,000 | 13 | — | 19 | 48 · Typical | Rising |
| 2015 | 71 | 70,000 | 8 | — | 19 | 52 · Typical | Rising |
| 2014 | 42 | 32,000 | 10 | — | 19 | 54 · Typical | Rising |
| 2013 | 26 | 40,500 | 6 | — | 16 | 35 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2012 | 20 | 51,906 | 4 | — | 15 | — | Falling |
| 2011 | 15 | 88,936 | 3 | — | 15 | — | Rising |
| 2010 | 14 | 75,000 | 5 | — | 14 | — | Not enough data |
| 2009 | 5 | 111,303 | 4 | — | 14 | — | Not enough data |
| 2008 | 30 | 98,500 | 3 | — | 14 | 0 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2007 | 14 | 72,953 | 3 | — | 14 | — | Not enough data |
| 2006 | 53 | 91,836 | 2 | — | 14 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2005 | 35 | 60,020 | 1 | — | 12 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2004 | 51 | 73,000 | 1 | — | 12 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2003 | 97 | 66,052 | 1 | — | 13 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2002 | 14 | 72,730 | 0 | — | 12 | — | Not enough data |
| 2001 | 7 | 80,000 | 1 | — | 13 | — | Not enough data |
| 2000 | 26 | 79,500 | 3 | — | 13 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1999 | 29 | 92,590 | 5 | — | 13 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1998 | 24 | 78,500 | 3 | — | 13 | — | Stable |
| 1997 | 21 | 100,000 | 3 | — | 13 | — | Stable |
| 1996 | 35 | 152,000 | 3 | — | 13 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1995 | 25 | 79,650 | 7 | — | 13 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1994 | 10 | 110,000 | 0 | — | 13 | — | Not enough data |
| 1993 | 8 | 93,000 | 0 | — | 12 | — | Not enough data |
| 1992 | 6 | 151,000 | 0 | — | 13 | — | Not enough data |
| 1990 | 13 | — | 3 | — | 13 | — | Not enough data |
| 1989 | 5 | 213,000 | 1 | — | 12 | — | Not enough data |
All Land Rover Range Rover model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2005 Land Rover Range Rover have?
NHTSA recorded 35 consumer complaints for the 2005 Land Rover Range Rover as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is reported most often?
Transmission and drivetrain is named most often, in 21 complaints (60% of the total), followed by steering with 4.
Has the 2005 Land Rover Range Rover been recalled?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2005 Land Rover Range Rover get?
The EPA rates the 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (Range Rover, 4.4L 8-cyl) at 12 mpg combined, 11 city and 15 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $6,850 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2005 Land Rover Range Rover reported?
Among the 29 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 60,020 miles and the middle half falls between 35,700 and 105,000 miles; 38% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.