The Land Rover LR4 spans 2010–2016 with 15 recorded NHTSA recalls and a 4.0/5 ForCar reliability score. The years to approach with caution are 2011, 2010, 2016 (most owner complaints); the cleanest are 2012, 2013, 2014. It delivers up to 16 mpg combined and NHTSA-rated safety.
How we score: NHTSA crash-test safety (40%), recall frequency across all years (25%) and the share of owner complaints involving a crash, fire or injury (35%). Based on NHTSA & EPA data — not user reviews.
Overview
The Land Rover LR4 is one of the most popular vehicles in its class, produced from 2010 to 2016 across multiple generations.
How to read a Land Rover LR4 VIN — every digit explained
Every Land Rover LR4 carries a unique 17-character VIN stamped at the factory. Each position is a code — together they spell out where, when and how your car was built. Here's exactly what every digit means.
- WMI (1–3) — country & manufacturer. Tells you it's a Land Rover and the country it was built in (real Land Rover codes below).
- VDS (4–8) — model, body style, engine, trim & restraints. The 8th digit is the engine code.
- Check digit (9) — a math check that proves the VIN is genuine.
- Model year (10) — the year it was built (e.g. R = 2024, S = 2025).
- Plant (11) — which factory assembled this LR4.
- Serial (12–17) — the unique sequential production number.
- UKSAD · SAJ · SAL
Digits 4–17 — the engine code (8th), model-year letter (10th) and plant — follow the universal SAE standard, identical on every car. For the full year-code table (2001–2026), country codes and where the VIN is stamped on your LR4, see the complete guide to reading a VIN.
How many recalls does the Land Rover LR4 have?
The Land Rover LR4 has 15 recorded NHTSA recalls across 2010–2016. Pick a year below to see its recalls — then verify open recalls against your specific VIN.
2016 Land Rover LR4 recalls 2
Air Bags:frontal
What's wrong. Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2016 Land Rover LR4 vehicles manufactured May 3, 2016 through May 10, 2016. The affected vehicles have driver side frontal air bags that may not inflate properly.
Risk. An air bag that does not inflate properly may increase the risk of injury to the driver in the event of a crash.
Fix. Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver side frontal air bag, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on August 5, 2016. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is P086.
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump:mounting Plate/flange
What's wrong. Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Range Rover Sport and 2010-2016 LR4 vehicles equipped with 3.0L V6 or 5.0L V8 engines. The fuel outlet flange mounted on the fuel tank may crack, possibly resulting in a fuel leak.
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Fix. Dealers will replace the fuel outlet flange, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed October 7, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed May 11, 2022. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N623.
2015 Land Rover LR4 recalls 4
Electronic Stability Control (esc)
What's wrong. Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2015 LR4 vehicles manufactured August 19, 2014, to February 9, 2015. Due to an Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) software error, the Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), Roll Stability Control (RSC), Traction Control (TC) and Hill Decent Control (HDC) systems may be disabled.
Risk. If these safety systems are disabled, a loss of vehicle stability and control may occur, increasing the risk of crash.
Fix. Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the ABS software, free of charge. The recall began on May 21, 2015. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is P062.
Wheels:lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
What's wrong. Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2015 Land Rover Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, and LR4 vehicles manufactured January 6, 2015, to January 23, 2015. The affected vehicles have wheel lug nuts that may crack and detach from the wheel hub stud.
Risk. If one or more of the wheel lug nuts crack or detach from the wheel hub, the remaining lug nuts may be unable to keep the wheel secured to the vehicle. If the wheel detaches, loss of vehicle control would result, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix. Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wheel nuts with new wheel nuts, free of charge. The recall began March 23, 2015. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is P056.
Engine And Engine Cooling:engine
What's wrong. Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling one model year 2015 Range Rover Sport vehicle manufactured November 16, 2014, and one 2015 LR4 vehicle manufactured November 11, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the 3.0L V6 supercharged engines may have improperly torqued connecting rod bolts. As a result, the connecting rod may separate from the crankshaft and the engine may seize.
Risk. If the engine seizes there is an increased risk of a crash.
Fix. Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected engines, free of charge. The recall began February 27, 2015. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is P055.
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump:mounting Plate/flange
What's wrong. Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Range Rover Sport and 2010-2016 LR4 vehicles equipped with 3.0L V6 or 5.0L V8 engines. The fuel outlet flange mounted on the fuel tank may crack, possibly resulting in a fuel leak.
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Fix. Dealers will replace the fuel outlet flange, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed October 7, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed May 11, 2022. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N623.
2014 Land Rover LR4 recalls 2
Tires:pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems
What's wrong. Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2014 Range Rover and Range Rover Sport and 2013-2014 LR4 vehicles manufactured September 16, 2013, to June 30, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) may fail to learn the locations of the individual sensors while the vehicle is being driven. As a result, the low tire pressure warning light will illuminate, despite the the tire pressures being within specification. Should one of the tires subsequently lose air pressure, the driver would not be notified of the change in air pressure.
Risk. If the TPMS light illuminates because the sensors cannot be located, it could mask an actual low tire pressure condition, possibly resulting in tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix. Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the Body Control Module (BCM) software, free of charge. The recall began on November 6, 2014. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837, Option 9. Land Rover's number for this recall is P050.
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump:mounting Plate/flange
What's wrong. Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Range Rover Sport and 2010-2016 LR4 vehicles equipped with 3.0L V6 or 5.0L V8 engines. The fuel outlet flange mounted on the fuel tank may crack, possibly resulting in a fuel leak.
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Fix. Dealers will replace the fuel outlet flange, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed October 7, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed May 11, 2022. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N623.
2013 Land Rover LR4 recalls 3
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump:mounting Plate/flange
What's wrong. Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Range Rover Sport and 2010-2016 LR4 vehicles equipped with 3.0L V6 or 5.0L V8 engines. The fuel outlet flange mounted on the fuel tank may crack, possibly resulting in a fuel leak.
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Fix. Dealers will replace the fuel outlet flange, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed October 7, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed May 11, 2022. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N623.
Tires:pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems
What's wrong. Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2014 Range Rover and Range Rover Sport and 2013-2014 LR4 vehicles manufactured September 16, 2013, to June 30, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) may fail to learn the locations of the individual sensors while the vehicle is being driven. As a result, the low tire pressure warning light will illuminate, despite the the tire pressures being within specification. Should one of the tires subsequently lose air pressure, the driver would not be notified of the change in air pressure.
Risk. If the TPMS light illuminates because the sensors cannot be located, it could mask an actual low tire pressure condition, possibly resulting in tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix. Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the Body Control Module (BCM) software, free of charge. The recall began on November 6, 2014. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837, Option 9. Land Rover's number for this recall is P050.
Visibility:sun/moon Roof Assembly
What's wrong. Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Land Rover LR4 vehicles manufactured August 15, 2012, to September 18, 2012. Due to the use of an incorrect primer, the panoramic roof adhesive may not adequately secure the roof assembly.
Risk. The insufficient bond may result in the panoramic roof assembly detaching from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix. Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will apply the correct primer, free of charge. The recall began in August 2015. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is P065.
2012 Land Rover LR4 recalls 2
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump:mounting Plate/flange
What's wrong. Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Range Rover Sport and 2010-2016 LR4 vehicles equipped with 3.0L V6 or 5.0L V8 engines. The fuel outlet flange mounted on the fuel tank may crack, possibly resulting in a fuel leak.
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Fix. Dealers will replace the fuel outlet flange, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed October 7, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed May 11, 2022. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N623.
Visibility:sun/moon Roof Assembly
What's wrong. Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Land Rover LR4 vehicles manufactured August 15, 2012, to September 18, 2012. Due to the use of an incorrect primer, the panoramic roof adhesive may not adequately secure the roof assembly.
Risk. The insufficient bond may result in the panoramic roof assembly detaching from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix. Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will apply the correct primer, free of charge. The recall began in August 2015. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is P065.
2011 Land Rover LR4 recalls 1
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump:mounting Plate/flange
What's wrong. Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Range Rover Sport and 2010-2016 LR4 vehicles equipped with 3.0L V6 or 5.0L V8 engines. The fuel outlet flange mounted on the fuel tank may crack, possibly resulting in a fuel leak.
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Fix. Dealers will replace the fuel outlet flange, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed October 7, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed May 11, 2022. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N623.
2010 Land Rover LR4 recalls 1
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump:mounting Plate/flange
What's wrong. Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Range Rover Sport and 2010-2016 LR4 vehicles equipped with 3.0L V6 or 5.0L V8 engines. The fuel outlet flange mounted on the fuel tank may crack, possibly resulting in a fuel leak.
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Fix. Dealers will replace the fuel outlet flange, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed October 7, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed May 11, 2022. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N623.
Best and worst years for the Land Rover LR4
Based on NHTSA owner-complaint volume across 7 tracked years, the worst years are 2011, 2010, 2016 and the best (fewest complaints) are 2012, 2013, 2014.
ForCar aggregate — our own analysis of complaint volume, not published by NHTSA.
| Year | Owner complaints | Top issue | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 LR4 | Fuel/propulsion System | Avoid | |
| 2011 LR4 | Fuel/propulsion System | Avoid | |
| 2012 LR4 | — | Best | |
| 2013 LR4 | — | Best | |
| 2014 LR4 | — | Best | |
| 2015 LR4 | — | Average | |
| 2016 LR4 | — | Avoid |
What are the most common Land Rover LR4 problems?
The most-reported Land Rover LR4 problems are Engine (4 reports), Gasoline (9 reports) and Hydraulic (1 reports) — out of 37 owner complaints NHTSA holds for the model. Here's how they break down:
Most-reported components — tap a category to read what owners actually experienced:
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, all model years. Bar = share of total complaints. Full reports searchable on NHTSA.gov.
Land Rover LR4 specifications & dimensions
The 2016 Land Rover LR4 measures 190″ long on a 114″ wheelbase, with a curb weight near 5,617 lb. Full dimensions below — engine, horsepower and trim decode from your VIN. For the original factory build — MSRP, trim and standard equipment — rebuild the Land Rover LR4 window sticker.
| Years | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 190″ | 76″ | 74″ | 114″ | 5,617 lb |
| 2010–2013 | 191″ | 76″ | 78″ | 114″ | 5,853 lb |
Source: NHTSA vPIC / Transport Canada vehicle specifications. Metric values converted to imperial; generation ranges approximate.
Land Rover LR4 cargo space, seating & interior room
How much the LR4 holds — passengers and cargo. Seating, cargo and interior dimensions vary by trim and seat configuration — decode your VIN for the exact build.
Exact seating capacity, third-row availability, legroom and headroom decode from your VIN or vary by trim — the original factory equipment & options list shows what each trim included.
Passenger & cargo volume from EPA fueleconomy.gov (largest configuration). Seats, legroom and headroom from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.
Land Rover LR4 tire size, oil type & owner specs
The fitment owners look up most — tires, wheels, oil and batteries. Exact wheel and tire sizes decode from your VIN or the driver's door-jamb placard; the universal items are listed below.
Exact tire, wheel, oil grade, capacity and battery group are added per trim and model year — decode your VIN above for the factory fitment. Universal items shown as-is.
What MPG does the Land Rover LR4 get?
The Land Rover LR4 returns up to 16 combined MPG (EPA), which works out to roughly $4,800/yr in fuel. Pick an engine to see MPG, annual running cost and CO₂ by year:
The 2016 Land Rover LR4 (3L 6-cyl) gets 16 mpg combined and costs about $4,800/yr to fuel, emitting 539 g/mi CO₂ (GHG 3/10, smog 6/10) — about $13,000 more than the average new vehicle over 5 years.
| Year | City | Hwy | Comb | Fuel/yr | CO₂ g/mi | Smog | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 LR4 | 15 | 19 | $4,800 | 539 | 6/10 | 3L 6-cyl | |
| 2015 LR4 | 15 | 19 | $4,800 | 539 | 6/10 | 3L 6-cyl | |
| 2014 LR4 | 15 | 19 | $4,800 | 550 | 6/10 | 3L 6-cyl |
The 2013 Land Rover LR4 (5L 8-cyl) gets 14 mpg combined and costs about $5,500/yr to fuel, emitting 616 g/mi CO₂ (GHG 2/10, smog 6/10) — about $16,500 more than the average new vehicle over 5 years.
| Year | City | Hwy | Comb | Fuel/yr | CO₂ g/mi | Smog | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 LR4 | 13 | 17 | $5,500 | 616 | 6/10 | 5L 8-cyl | |
| 2012 LR4 | 13 | 17 | $5,500 | 635 | 6/10 | 5L 8-cyl | |
| 2011 LR4 | 13 | 17 | $5,500 | 635 | 6/10 | 5L 8-cyl | |
| 2010 LR4 | 12 | 17 | $5,500 | 635 | 6/10 | 5L 8-cyl |
Source: EPA fuel-economy database (ForCar-hosted, 1986–2027) — best combined rating per engine & year, with EPA annual fuel cost and tailpipe CO₂. Trim & drivetrain vary slightly; decode your VIN for the exact figure.
See how the LR4 stacks up against the most fuel-efficient SUVs, or calculate this LR4's real yearly fuel cost.
What engines does the Land Rover LR4 have? Power & range
The Land Rover LR4 is offered with 2 powertrains — 3L 6-cyl, 5L 8-cyl. Here's the lineup by engine, transmission and drivetrain.
| Engine | Displacement | Transmission | Drive | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V6 | 3.0L · 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | 4WD | Premium |
| V8 | 5.0L · 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | 4WD | Premium |
Horsepower, torque and fuel-tank size decode from your VIN — exact figures vary by engine and trim.
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov (engines, drivetrain, range, charge time). Horsepower & torque from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.
Can a Land Rover LR4 tow? Towing & payload
As an SUV, the Land Rover LR4 is built to tow and haul. The exact maximum towing capacity and payload depend on the engine, drivetrain and whether it has the factory tow package, on a curb weight near 5,617 lb.
What sets your LR4's tow & payload rating:
- Engine — a larger or turbocharged engine tows more than the base unit.
- Drivetrain & axle — 4WD/AWD and the axle ratio shift the rating.
- Tow package — the factory towing package (hitch, wiring, transmission cooler) raises the max.
- Payload & GVWR — GVWR caps the combined load; more passengers and cargo lower how much you can tow.
Exact towing capacity, payload and GVWR are added per engine, drivetrain and trim — decode your VIN above, or check the driver's door-jamb and hitch labels. Curb weight from vehicle specifications.
How much does a Land Rover LR4 cost to own?
A used Land Rover LR4 sells for a median of about $16,995 for a 2016 — most listed between $11,500 and $21,995, from 120 real US listings we track. That real market price is what depreciation eats into, so it's the true anchor of the cost to own:
| Year | Typical price | Market range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 LR4 | $11,500–$21,995 | 34 | |
| 2015 LR4 | $9,750–$15,995 | 35 | |
| 2014 LR4 | $10,995–$11,440 | 5 | |
| 2013 LR4 | $1,950–$11,990 | 15 | |
| 2012 LR4 | $4,600–$10,500 | 20 | |
| 2011 LR4 | $7,995–$12,488 | 11 |
For every model year mileage-adjusted, trade-in vs private-party vs dealer pricing and a good-deal check, see what a LR4 is worth today, or browse used-market prices for SUVs.
A Land Rover LR4 tends to depreciate faster than average. A typical example keeps roughly 37% of its value after five years — losing about 63% to depreciation. Fuel, maintenance and insurance add to the total cost to own.
| Age | Value retained | Est. resale value | Lost to depreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 75% | $22,500 | −$7,500 |
| Year 2 | 63% | $18,900 | −$11,100 |
| Year 3 | 53% | $15,900 | −$14,100 |
| Year 4 | 44% | $13,200 | −$16,800 |
| Year 5 | 37% | $11,100 | −$18,900 |
What goes into the five-year cost to own:
- Depreciation — the biggest cost: this LR4 loses about 63% of its value over five years. See the full depreciation curve by age.
- Fuel — ≈ $24,000 over five years at roughly 15,000 miles a year.
- Maintenance & repairs — routine service, tires and wear items as the LR4 ages.
- Insurance — varies by driver, state and trim; get a quote for your exact figure.
Resale & depreciation are ForCar estimates from typical segment value-retention curves — not a live market quote. Fuel from EPA fueleconomy.gov at ~15k mi/yr.
How much is a Land Rover LR4 to insure?
A Land Rover LR4 costs about $1,301 a year to insure for a typical driver on full coverage — roughly 10% below the average car. That's from its real HLDI insurance-loss index (91, where 100 = average car); your own rate moves with state, age, record and coverage.
Estimate = US-average premium × the LR4's HLDI loss index. See Land Rover insurance cost by model, cost by state, or compare any car.
Is the Land Rover LR4 safe?
NHTSA crash-test ratings aren't published for the LR4 yet — see the top-rated safest cars instead.
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How many miles does a Land Rover LR4 last?
A well-maintained Land Rover LR4 typically lasts 250,000–300,000+ miles. It's exceptionally durable — with routine maintenance many owners report 250k+ on the original powertrain. Its ForCar Reliability Score is 4.0/5.
Check your Land Rover LR4’s VIN — history, recalls & specs
Title records, open recalls, build details and paint code — straight from the VIN. Free.
Check this LR4’s VIN free →All Land Rover LR4 model years
A year-by-year snapshot of the Land Rover LR4 — recalls, best EPA fuel economy and NHTSA safety. Tap a year for full details.
| Year | Recalls | Best MPG | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 LR4 | 2 recalls | — | |
| 2015 LR4 | 4 recalls | — | |
| 2014 LR4 | 2 recalls | — | |
| 2013 LR4 | 3 recalls | — | |
| 2012 LR4 | 2 recalls | — | |
| 2011 LR4 | 1 recall | — | |
| 2010 LR4 | 1 recall | — |
Recalls = NHTSA campaigns that year · MPG = best EPA combined · Safety = NHTSA overall stars (tested years).
Frequently asked questions
What are the worst years for the LR4?
By owner-complaint volume, 2011, 2010, 2016 drew the most reports. 2012, 2013, 2014 have the cleanest records.
How many recalls does the LR4 have?
15 recorded NHTSA recalls across 2010–2016. Always check open recalls by your VIN. See all Land Rover recalls and reliability across every model.
What MPG does the LR4 get?
Up to 16 combined MPG (EPA), depending on engine — from the base 4-cylinder to the hybrid.
How many miles does a LR4 last?
A well-maintained LR4 typically reaches 200,000–300,000 miles with regular maintenance.
Is the LR4 reliable?
Our ForCar Reliability Score for the LR4 is 4.0/5, based on NHTSA safety, recall history and complaint severity.
What's the Land Rover LR4 warranty?
New Land Rover models carry a 4 years / 50,000 miles basic (bumper-to-bumper) warranty and a 4 years / 50,000 miles powertrain warranty. Coverage can vary by model year and market — confirm with a Land Rover dealer.
Where is the Land Rover LR4 made?
The assembly plant is encoded in the VIN — the 11th character. Decode your LR4's VIN above to see exactly where it was built; Land Rover may build it at more than one plant depending on the year.
How much does a LR4 weigh?
The LR4's curb weight is around 5,617 lb. Its GVWR — the maximum loaded weight — decodes from the VIN.
How much ground clearance does the LR4 have?
Ground clearance varies by trim and drivetrain — AWD/4WD versions often sit higher. Decode your VIN or check the specific trim for the exact figure.