Land Rover Known Faults

Known Faults

Models

Discovery Sport

2014–present

4 faults

Freelander 2

2006–2015

18 faults

Range Rover Evoque

2011–present

4 faults

Most Reported Faults

Transfer Box Oil Leak and Failure

Severe

2011-201860,000–130,000 miles£200–£2500

The Evoque's 4WD transfer box develops oil leaks from the output shaft seals. Neglected leaks lead to transfer box damage — a significant repair cost.

Timing Belt Failure

Critical

2011-201880,000–130,000 miles£600–£1000

The 2.2 TD4 Evoque uses a timing belt that must be replaced at 120,000 miles or 10 years — but many specialists recommend 80,000 miles given the consequences of failure.

9-Speed ZF Automatic Gearbox Shudder

Moderate

2014-20181–80,000 miles£100–£5000

Evoque models with the 9-speed ZF automatic gearbox suffer from shudder and hesitation at low speeds. Software updates helped but did not fully resolve the issue.

DPF Blockage

Moderate

2011-201840,000–90,000 miles£250–£1500

The Evoque TD4 is frequently used as a school-run and urban lifestyle vehicle — exactly the wrong use for a diesel SUV with a DPF. Blockage is common.

EGR Valve and Cooler Failure

Severe

2014-201970,000–140,000 miles£600–£1100

The Ingenium 2.0 TD4 engine in the Discovery Sport develops EGR valve and cooler failures. The cooler can cause coolant to enter the intake on higher-mileage examples.