2011 Land Rover Lr2 Problems

Severe Issues

Used LAND ROVER LR2 shoppers should review this model-year complaint and recall record before making an offer. Based on 13 real NHTSA owner complaints, with Transmission / Drivetrain the most reported area.

20108 years2012

Before you buy

This 2011 Land Rover Lr2 has 13 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Transmission / Drivetrain.

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13
Complaints
1
Crashes
Fires
2
Injuries
Fatalities
2
Recalls

2011 Land Rover Lr2 Fuel Economy

✓ EPA Official Data

EPA official fuel economy rating for the 2011 Land Rover Lr2.

15
MPG City
22
MPG Hwy
18
MPG Combined
494
g CO₂/mile
Regular Gasoline
⚠️Costs $6,000 more than avg vehicle over 5 years

Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions.

2011 Land Rover Lr2 Safety Ratings

NHTSA 5-Star Program

Official crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.

Overall

Not Rated

Frontal Crash

Not Rated

Side Crash

Not Rated

Rollover

Not Rated
Stability Control: StandardForward Collision Warning: NoLane Departure Warning: No

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.

Quick Answer

Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2011 Land Rover Lr2 has 13 owner complaints, 1 crash-related complaints, and 2 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Transmission / Drivetrain. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.

2011 Land Rover Lr2 — key reliability facts
Make
Land Rover
Model
Lr2
Model year
2011
NHTSA owner complaints
13
Crash-related complaints
1
Safety recall campaigns
2
Top reported component
Transmission / Drivetrain
Reliability signal
Severe Issues
EPA MPG combined
18
EPA MPG city / highway
15 / 22
Fuel type
Regular Gasoline
Electronic stability control
Standard

Common problems

Most common 2011 Land Rover Lr2 problems

Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.

#1
5
complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

#2
4
complaints

Uncategorized Issues

#3
2
complaints

Engine Problems

Complaint patterns center on Transmission / Drivetrain, Uncategorized Issues, Engine Problems. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.

Buyer verdict

Should you buy a used 2011 Land Rover Lr2?

This LAND ROVER LR2 year appears to have a comparatively lighter NHTSA complaint footprint, but buyers should still verify condition vehicle-by-vehicle.

Model-year complaint trends can reveal recurring trouble spots before you spend money on inspections, financing, or repairs.

May Suit

This year may suit buyers who prioritize complete maintenance records and pass a pre-purchase inspection.

May Want to Avoid

Buyers who want a lower-risk ownership profile may prefer comparing nearby model years before committing.

Pre-purchase

What to check before buying a used 2011 Land Rover Lr2

Inspection Focus

  • Inspect the most frequently reported complaint components on this model year
  • Confirm recall repairs were completed and documented
  • Check for accident damage, title brands, and mileage inconsistencies on the exact VIN

Before You Close the Deal

  • Run a VIN check on the specific vehicle you are considering
  • Verify all open recalls are completed at nhtsa.gov/recalls
  • Request service records for the most-reported complaint components
  • Have a certified mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase

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AI verdict

What the complaint data suggests

Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology

The LAND ROVER LR2 has 13 NHTSA complaints and 2 recalls on record. 1 complaints involve crash-related incidents. This data reflects owner-reported issues submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Recall context: 2 recall campaigns are on record, so recall completion status should be confirmed on the exact VIN before purchase.

Key Findings
  • 13 total complaints filed with NHTSA
  • 2 federal recall campaigns
  • 1 crash-related complaints on record
Top Concerns
  • Review NHTSA complaint history for the most-reported components
  • Check recall completion status at nhtsa.gov/recalls
  • Verify service records for frequently complained components
Data note: NHTSA complaints are consumer-submitted and do not confirm a manufacturing defect Complaint volume is influenced by sales volume — popular models naturally accumulate more complaints

Full breakdown

All 2011 Land Rover Lr2 complaints by category

Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2011 Land Rover Lr2. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.

ComponentComplaintsCrashesFiresAvg MileageVolume
Transmission / Drivetrain5
Uncategorized Issues4
Engine Problems2
Fuel/Propulsion System1
Airbag Malfunctions11
Electrical Faults1
Equipment1

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.

In their words

Real owner complaints

Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2011 Land Rover Lr2. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.

Showing 13 most recent complaints

Transmission / DrivetrainMar 20, 2025

WHEN DRIVING FEELS LIKE THE CAR GET IN TO NEUTRAL SUDDENLY THE REVOLUTIONS GET ALL THE WAY UP AND THE CAR DOES NOT ADVACE, DOES NOT RUN NORMAL UNTIL I DO MANUALLY CHANGE GEARS. MY SETTINGS ARE TO JUST DO MANUALLY WHEN THE CAR IS IN " S". THE CHECK ENGINE TURN ON. THIS STARTED L…

Fuel/Propulsion SystemFeb 6, 2023

Cracking Fuel Pump leaking fuel down the fuel tank causing a large puddle under the vehicle and strong gasoline smell inside and outside the vehicle. Similar leaking fuel recall to NHTSA campaign number: 21V635 Leaking fuel could cause a fire. Has been confirmed by a service c…

Uncategorized IssuesJun 3, 2021

the rear differential failure on the LR2 car is only 74,000 miles and the differential need to be replaced, I was reading online about it and several persons complain about. Thank you.

Transmission / DrivetrainJan 28, 2021

RECENTLY BEGAN HEARING A NOISE FROM THE REAR WHEN DRIVING. THOUGHT IT MIGHT BE FROM THE REAR ALIGNMENT CAUSING THE TIRE TREAD TO MAKE THIS SOUND. DRIVING FASTER THE NOISE WOULD GET LOUDER. TOOK TO MY MECHANIC FOR ALIGNMENT AND THEY SAID IT WAS THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL GOING OUT. …

Transmission / DrivetrainJun 27, 2019

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 LAND ROVER LR2. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, A LOUD HUMMING NOISE WAS COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE FASTER THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED, THE LOUDER THE NOISE BECAME. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE REAR DIFFERENTI…

Transmission / DrivetrainJan 21, 2019

THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL HAS BEEN DIAGNOSED WITH A PINION BEARING FAILURE BY LAND ROVER. THE VEHICLE ONLY HAS 59,000 MILES AND HAS NEVER SEEN ANYTHING OFF ROAD

Uncategorized IssuesJan 13, 2019

REAR DIFFERENTIAL HAD TO BE REPLACED IN LESS THAN 70K

Engine ProblemsNov 28, 2018

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 LAND ROVER LR2. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENGINE MADE STRANGE NOISES WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED AND WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH. IN ADDITION, THE ENGINE CONTINUED TO RUN WHEN THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO TURN OFF THE IGNITION. THE CONTACT CALLED…

Transmission / DrivetrainJul 23, 2018

NOTICED A LOUD NOISE FROM REAR OF VEHICLE WHILE DRIVING. THE GREATER THE SPEED THE LOUDER THE NOISE. DEALER INSPECTION CONFIRMED REAR DIFFERENTIAL FAILING AND NEEDS REPLACEMENT. VEHICLE HAS 38,000 MILES AND STILL HAS THE ORIGINAL FACTORY TIRES. REAR DIFFERENTIAL FAILING BEFORE OR…

Uncategorized IssuesJan 11, 2018

THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL NEEDS REPLACED AT ONLY 71K MILES - DEALERSHIP HAS QUOTED A COST OF $6,000.00. THIS IS APPARENTLY A VERY COMMON PROBLEM FOR THE LR2 AND LAND ROVER HAS ISSUED A TSB BUT WILL NOT PERFORM A RECALL AND FIX THIS KNOWN ISSUE AND FACTORY DEFECT.

Airbag Malfunctions CrashSep 30, 2015

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2011 LAND ROVER LR2. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE FRONT OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. AS A RESULT, THE AIR BAG DEPLOYED, BUT DID NOT INFLATE. THE CONTACT AND THE FRONT PASSENGER HIT THE WINDSHIELD AND SUSTAINED INJURIES …

Electrical FaultsApr 6, 2014

I HAD JUST DRIVEN 3 HOURS TO CHICAGO FROM GALESBURG, I WAS PREPARED TO ENTER 90/94 AT STONEY ISLAND , BUT I DECIDED TO STOP OFF BECAUSE MY CELL PHONE WAS NOT CHARGING MY CIGARETTE LIGHTER WAS NOT WORKING. I KNOW ENOUGH ABOUT CARS TO CHANGE A LITTLE FUSE. I POPPED MY HOOD TO CHECK…

EquipmentJan 29, 2013

I PURCHASED A 2011 LR2 AND THE BLUETOOTH SYSTEM IS USELESS AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. IT IS HARD TO HEAR CALLERS AT SPEEDS OF 45MPH+ AND CALLERS OFTEN COMPLAIN THAT THE SOUND IS DISTORTED, OR THAT IT SOUNDS LIKE THE WINDOWS ARE DOWN. I HAVE TAKEN IT IN TO BE LOOKED AT BY THE DEALER, BU…

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2011 Land Rover Lr2.

Safety recalls

2011 Land Rover Lr2 recalls

2 campaigns

NHTSA recall campaigns for the 2011 Land Rover Lr2. 2 recall campaigns are on record, so recall completion status should be confirmed on the exact VIN before purchase. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.

Safety recall

AIR BAGS

#14V395000AIR BAGSJan 7, 2014
Safety recall

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

#10V581000AIR BAGS:FRONTALDec 11, 2010

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Questions

2011 Land Rover Lr2 buying FAQ

Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.

Is the 2011 Land Rover Lr2 reliable?

Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 13 owner complaints, 1 crash-related complaints, and 2 recall campaigns for this model year. This LAND ROVER LR2 year appears to have a comparatively lighter NHTSA complaint footprint, but buyers should still verify condition vehicle-by-vehicle. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.

What are the most common problems with the 2011 Land Rover Lr2?

#1: Transmission / Drivetrain (5 complaints). #2: Uncategorized Issues (4 complaints). #3: Engine Problems (2 complaints)

At what mileage do problems start on the 2011 Land Rover Lr2?

Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.

How safe is the 2011 Land Rover Lr2?

Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2011 Land Rover Lr2, NHTSA complaints include 1 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 13 total complaints. 2 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.

Does the 2011 Land Rover Lr2 have any recalls?

Yes. 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2011 Land Rover Lr2. A major recall area is AIR BAGS. 2 recall campaigns are on record, so recall completion status should be confirmed on the exact VIN before purchase. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.

Should I buy a 2011 Land Rover Lr2?

This LAND ROVER LR2 year appears to have a comparatively lighter NHTSA complaint footprint, but buyers should still verify condition vehicle-by-vehicle. Model-year complaint trends can reveal recurring trouble spots before you spend money on inspections, financing, or repairs. Pay extra attention to Transmission / Drivetrain during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.

Wider context: See the full Land Rover Lr2 reliability report with year-by-year comparison.

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