2013 Land Rover Lr2 Problems

Good Record

Used LAND ROVER LR2 shoppers should review this model-year complaint and recall record before making an offer. Based on 12 real NHTSA owner complaints, with Airbag Malfunctions the most reported area.

20128 years2014

Before you buy

This 2013 Land Rover Lr2 has 12 NHTSA complaints β€” top issue: Airbag Malfunctions.

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12
Complaints
β€”
Crashes
β€”
Fires
β€”
Injuries
β€”
Fatalities
1
Recalls

2013 Land Rover Lr2 Fuel Economy

βœ“ EPA Official Data

EPA official fuel economy rating for the 2013 Land Rover Lr2.

17
MPG City
24
MPG Hwy
20
MPG Combined
450
g COβ‚‚/mile
Premium Gasoline
⚠️Costs $8,000 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.

2013 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
βœ“Stability Control: Standardβ—‹Forward Collision Warning: Noβ—‹Lane 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 2013 Land Rover Lr2 has 12 owner complaints, 0 crash-related complaints, and 1 recall campaign on record. The most frequently reported component is Airbag Malfunctions. NHTSA reliability signal: Good Record.

2013 Land Rover Lr2 β€” key reliability facts
Make
Land Rover
Model
Lr2
Model year
2013
NHTSA owner complaints
12
Crash-related complaints
0
Safety recall campaigns
1
Top reported component
Airbag Malfunctions
Reliability signal
Good Record
EPA MPG combined
20
EPA MPG city / highway
17 / 24
Fuel type
Premium Gasoline
Electronic stability control
Standard

Common problems

Most common 2013 Land Rover Lr2 problems

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

#1
5
complaints

Airbag Malfunctions

#2
4
complaints

Engine Problems

#3
2
complaints

Brake System

Complaint patterns center on Airbag Malfunctions, Engine Problems, Brake System. 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 2013 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 2013 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

Check the exact car

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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 12 NHTSA complaints and 1 recalls on record. This data reflects owner-reported issues submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Recall context: 1 recall campaign are on record, so recall completion status should be confirmed on the exact VIN before purchase.

Key Findings
  • 12 total complaints filed with NHTSA
  • 1 federal recall campaign
  • No 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 β€” popular models naturally accumulate more complaints

Full breakdown

All 2013 Land Rover Lr2 complaints by category

Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2013 Land Rover Lr2. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.

ComponentComplaintsCrashesFiresAvg MileageVolume
Airbag Malfunctions5β€”β€”β€”
Engine Problems4β€”β€”β€”
Brake System2β€”β€”β€”
Transmission / Drivetrain2β€”β€”β€”
Uncategorized Issues2β€”β€”β€”
Hydraulic1β€”β€”β€”
Fuel/Propulsion System1β€”β€”β€”
Electrical Faults1β€”β€”β€”
Seat Belt Issues1β€”β€”β€”
Electronic Stability Control (Esc)1β€”β€”β€”

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 2013 Land Rover Lr2. Type a keyword (e.g. β€œtransmission”, β€œstalling”, β€œbrakes”) to filter.

Showing 12 most recent complaints

Brake SystemMay 25, 2021

The contact owns a 2013 Land Rover LR2. The contact stated while driving 45 mph, the brakes failed to engage while the brake pedal was depressed. The contact stated there was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed wit…

Transmission / DrivetrainFeb 10, 2021

CURRENTLY THE CAR HAS 36,000 MILES PER THE ODOMETER. TWO DAYS AGO, A HUMMING SOUND STARTED COMING FROM THE REAR UNDERCARRIAGE WHILE DRIVING, AND CONTINUED REGARDLESS OF SPEED. THIS WAS A NEW SOUND, ONE THAT SOUNDED LIKE SOMETHING WAS WRONG, LIKE THE TIRE WAS ABOUT TO FALL OFF THE…

Uncategorized IssuesOct 22, 2019

DRIVING AT A SAFE FREEWAY SPEED 70MPH, THE MOTOR SUDDENLY STOP WITH NO WARNING. AS THE CAR SLOWED DOWN, I WAS ABLE TO TURN ON HAZARD LIGHTS, MOVE TO NEUTRAL AND SAFELY MAKE MY WAY TO RIGHT SHOULDER. THE CAR WAS UNABLE TO START FOR OVER THREE WEEKS SINCE THEN.. THE CAR IS CURRE…

Airbag MalfunctionsAug 29, 2019

PASSENGER-SIDE AIRBAG IS DISABLED DUE TO BAD SEAT OCCUPANCY SENSOR, LOCAL DEALER DIAGNOSTIC AS SRS SENSOR ISSUE. LAND ROVER ALREADY STARTED A RECALL CAMPAIGN FOR SAME MODEL YEAR, SAME MODEL FOR THIS. HOWEVER, IT EXCLUDES ALL LR2 EXPORTED FROM ENGLAND. THE CURRENT VEHICLE HAS THE…

Transmission / DrivetrainMay 2, 2019

TO BE REPLACED REAR DIFFERENTIAL ASSY (INTERNAL MECHANICAL FRAILER) AND MUFFLER ASSY CAR IS IN QATAR, PLEASE ASSIST ME ABOUT THIS MOST COMMON PROBLEM.

Electrical FaultsDec 21, 2018

MY LANDROVER 2013 LR2 BEGAN THIS MONTH BY ALL OF THE LIGHTS TURNING OFF AND NOT WORKING THEN THE HOOD SAYS BINET OPEN AND CANNOT LOCK THE VEHICLE THEN I WAS AT THE STORE AND IT HAD PROBLEMS STARTING GOT IT TO DRIVE AND DIED ON THE HIGHWAY. WHEN IT FINALLY RESTARTED THE ENGINE MA…

Airbag MalfunctionsMar 6, 2018

TAKATA RECALL UPON TURNING MY CAR ON THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT AIRBAG WARNING INDICATOR LIGHT HAS APPEARED. I'M AWARE THAT WHEN THE DRIVER AND/OR PASSENGER SITS IN THE FRONT SEATS OF THE VEHICLE A SEAT BELT REMINDER SENSOR APPEARS. THIS SENSOR TRIGGERS A WARNING LIGHT AND AN AUDI…

Airbag MalfunctionsAug 31, 2016

THE AIRBAG SENSOR IN THE PASENGER SEAT IS BAD. THE DEALER SAYS THAT IT IS MY RESPONSIBILITY TO FIX. THE PART TO ME IS DEFECTIVE. USAGE OF THIS SEAT IS EXTREMELY LIMITED. THIS RESULTS IN THE AIRBAG NOT WORKING IN CASE OF AN ACCIDENT. I WAS LOOKING ON THIS WEBSITE AND THERE IS…

Airbag MalfunctionsJun 7, 2016

VACUUM PUMP FAILED CAUSING NO BOOST FROM THE BRAKE BOOSTER, COMPLETE LOSS OF VACUUM ASSISTANCE IN THE BRAKING SYSTEM. THIS CONDITION RESULTED IN HARD FEEL TO THE BRAKE PEDAL. VEHICLE BRAKING WAS VERY DIFFICULT, VEHICLE RAN THROUGH A RED LIGHT BEFORE COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP ON A…

Engine ProblemsApr 28, 2016

2013 LR2 BASE MODEL LURCHED AND ENGINE RPMS SURGED FOR NO REASON WHILE DRIVING IT ALSO DIES AT SLOW SPEEDS, AND DELAYED CRANKING. HAD IRREGULAR FUEL PRESSURE READINGS, SUSPECTED FAULTY FUEL PRESSURE SENSORS. AFTER SENSOR WAS REPLACED, STILL HAD TROUBLE AND LAND ROVER ENDED UP R…

Airbag MalfunctionsJan 19, 2015

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE ENGINE LIGHT, STABILITY CONTROL, AND AIRBAG LIGHTS CAME ON CAUSING VEHICLE TO GO INTO "LIMP MODE" WITH DECREASED POWER OF ENGINE. DUE TO THE UNEXPECTED NATURE OF THE EVENT, COULD HAVE CAUSED AN ACCIDENT WITH NO CAPABILITY OF SAFETY EQUIPMENT TO DEPLOY (I.E …

Uncategorized IssuesMar 22, 2014

MY VEHICLE ACCELERATES IN A FORWARD LURCHING MOTION. THIS UNCONTROLLABLE, SUDDEN, AND SPASMODIC THRUST AHEAD IS DANGEROUS AND IN TRAFFIC COULD/WILL CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO SMASH INTO ANOTHER CAR OR PERSON; I HAVE HAD SEVERAL SCARY, CLOSE ENCOUNTERS. THE PROBLEM SEEM TO BE IN THE ENG…

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2013 Land Rover Lr2.

Safety recalls

2013 Land Rover Lr2 recalls

1 campaign

NHTSA recall campaigns for the 2013 Land Rover Lr2. 1 recall campaign 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

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Questions

2013 Land Rover Lr2 buying FAQ

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

Is the 2013 Land Rover Lr2 reliable?β–Ύ

Good Record. NHTSA currently shows 12 owner complaints, 0 crash-related complaints, and 1 recall campaign 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 2013 Land Rover Lr2?β–Ύ

#1: Airbag Malfunctions (5 complaints). #2: Engine Problems (4 complaints). #3: Brake System (2 complaints)

At what mileage do problems start on the 2013 Land Rover Lr2?β–Ύ

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

How safe is the 2013 Land Rover Lr2?β–Ύ

Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2013 Land Rover Lr2, NHTSA complaints include 0 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 12 total complaints. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.

Does the 2013 Land Rover Lr2 have any recalls?β–Ύ

Yes. 1 NHTSA recall campaign affect the 2013 Land Rover Lr2. A major recall area is AIR BAGS. 1 recall campaign 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 2013 Land Rover Lr2?β–Ύ

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 Airbag Malfunctions 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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