1991 Land Rover Range Rover: problems, recalls and reliability

3 recalls and 6 owner complaints on record; most reports concern service brakes, hydraulic.

Data updated weekly · latest recall Aug 1995

recalls

owner complaints

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typical failure mileage, mi

All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.

Among the quietest Range Rover years (#31 of 32 by complaints, age-adjusted)

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Common problems

Computed from 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.

Limited data: only 6 complaints on record for this model year - too few for percentage statistics. Bars show raw report counts; read them as individual owner reports, not reliability rates. For a fuller picture, check nearby model years.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic (brakes)3 complaints

Tires1 complaint

Fuel System, Gasoline (fuel pump, tank, lines)1 complaint

Seats1 complaint

“Brakes went out due to a relay burning. Brake light had came on right before the brakes went out, there was really no advance warning. Defect has caused consumer to come very close to an automobile accident. *ak”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Jun 2000

“Futura gls tires purchesed from pep boys exploded. Back tires disintegrated due to a bubble in size of a baseball in front tires, resulting in an accident. Driver broke nose and sprained wrist. *ak”Owner report · Tires · Dec 1999

“Recall 95v155000. Fuel tank has a leak and is corroded. Dealer contacted, and state the vehicle does not comply with recall. Problem still exists. Repairs are at owner's expense. *ak”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Nov 1998

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“While driving ABS light illuminates on dashboard continuously. Took vehicle to dealer. Dealer stated that computer chip needed to be replaced. Please provide any further information, and identification number. *ak”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic

When filing, owners marked a crash in 1 of these complaints and injuries in 0 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.

Recalls - 3 campaigns

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS91V069000 · May 1991

THE RIGHT REAR METAL BRAKE LINE COULD COME IN CONTACT WITH THE TOP OF THE RIGHT REAR SHOCK ABSORBER. THIS COULD LEAD TO AN EVENTUAL FLUID LEAK IN ONE OF THE TWO BRAKE CIRCUITS.

Remedy: REROUTE REAR METAL BRAKE LINES TO AVOID CONTACT WITH THE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER, AND REPLACE BRAKE LINES THAT HAVE CONTACTED THE SHOCK ABSORBERS.

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH91V222000 · Dec 1991

THE ELECTRICAL SWITCH ADJACENT TO THE BRAKE PEDAL WHICH OPERATES THE BRAKE LAMPS MAY FAIL TO OPERATE.

Remedy: REPLACE THE BRAKE LAMP SWITCH WITH AN IMPROVED VERSION.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY95V155000 · Aug 1995

THE BOTTOM OF THE FUEL TANK CAN CORRODE OVER TIME ALLOWING FUEL TO LEAK.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FUEL TANK AND REPLACE THE TANK IF NEEDED.

How other years compare

199013 complaints · 3 recalls 1991 (this page)6 complaints · 3 recalls

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 1991 Land Rover Range Rover reliable?

NHTSA has 6 owner complaints and 3 recall campaigns on record for the 1991 Land Rover Range Rover. The most complained-about area is service brakes, hydraulic.

Does the 1991 Land Rover Range Rover have open recalls?

3 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.