FaultScore

2011 Land Rover LR4 fuel system problems

12 of the 27 complaints about the 2011 Land Rover LR4 are about the fuel system — 44% of everything reported for this model year. Half of the failures with a mileage on record happened before 132,000 miles.

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12

Complaints

0

Crashes

1

Fires

0

Injuries

Exactly what failed

Fuel/Propulsion System 7 58.3%
Fuel System, Gasoline 4 33.3%
Mounting Plate/Flange 1 8.3%

Fuel & Propulsion across every Land Rover LR4 year

2010 11 29.7%
2011 12 32.4%
2012 14 37.8%

What owners said

Filed with NHTSA, in their own words.

at 169,571 miles Oneonta, AL

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

The contact owns a 2011 Land Rover LR4. The contact stated that the vehicle was leaking fuel and there was an abnormal fuel odor coming from the vehicle. The contact later discovered that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V635000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); and associated the failure with the recall. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and was repaired under the recall. Upon returning to the dealer, the contact was informed by the service tech that there was a part not properly connected to the fuel tank. The contact waited for an additional half hour before the vehicle was returned. Days later, after refueling the vehicle, fuel started pouring directly from the fuel tank. The vehicle was taken back to dealer, where a service advisor informed the contact that the mechanic had botched the recall repair and that the flange was not properly connected to the fuel tank. After the second repair, the contact stated that while his wife was driving the vehicle, the gas and check engine warning lights illuminated. The contact used a code reader to scan the vehicle and retrieved DTC: P0442-Small EVAP leak. The contact reached out to the dealer and was informed that he had to pay for a diagnostic test to determine the cause of the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 169,571.

NHTSA complaint #11746689 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Lexington, MS

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

See attached document for complaint.

NHTSA complaint #11620448 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

at 152,617 miles Jackson, MS

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP:MOUNTING PLATE/FLANGE

The contact owns a 2011 Land Rover LR4. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, a hotel resident observed condensation leaking from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel flange assembly needed to be replaced. The contact received notification of Manufacturer Recall Number: N623 The vehicle was repaired, but the failure reoccurred two years later. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 152,617.

NHTSA complaint #11609483 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Murray Siding, FL

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

Fuel pouring out from top of fuel tank while vehicle running

NHTSA complaint #11543645 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Old Westbury, NY Fire

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

When I was driving this car, I smelled gasoline very badly, so suddenly the car slammed, and then the car broke down, and there was a lot of white gas or smoke under the hood, I couldn't be sure, so I called The fire alarm was dealt with, then I towed the vehicle to the dealer, contacted my insurance, and the dealer told me there was a recall, but my engine was dead and it wasn't covered by their warranty, but I checked the recall , the reason for the recall may be that the fuel gauge cannot display accurate fuel pressure, which causes the engine to run at high temperature, and the oil cannot cool down, which eventually causes the oil pump body to burst and cause the engine to break down. If I did not contact the fire alarm, this would be a serious event. Fire is even a direct safety accident in driving. I request to report the accident and ask the dealer to bear the repair costs and all losses caused by the accident damage.

NHTSA complaint #11513959 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Saint Petersburg, FL

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

Fuel smell lead to fuel leaking

NHTSA complaint #11483270 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

at 123,000 miles Riverview, FL

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

The contact owns a 2011 Land Rover LR4. The contact initially received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V635000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). The contact was then informed by the dealer that the fuel system was defective and also needed to be serviced. While in their possession, the contact was informed that the parking brake module was damaged due to the dealer's mishandling of her vehicle. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The vehicle had yet to be repaired and remained in the possession of the dealer. The failure mileage was approximately 123,000.

NHTSA complaint #11479959 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Coral Springs, FL

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

I been having a fuel smell from under my 2011 LR4 for several months, which is now severe fuel leaking from the fuel tank, and no warning lights. I have contacted Land Rover to report because of the recall campaign, and was told that nothing can be cover under recall until notified or vin appears on recall. I have waiting for recall letters to be send out, don’t want to pay for repair and then have wait for refund of only. I am afraid to drive LR4 because of the fuel leak, don’t want the gas leak to accidentally be spark and cause fire.

NHTSA complaint #11435459 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

at 132,000 miles Sunrise, FL

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

The contact owns a 2011 Land Rover LR4. The contact stated that there was an abnormal fuel odor inside and outside of the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact was unaware of the location of the source of the fuel odor. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 132,000.

NHTSA complaint #11428966 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Aurora, CO

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Fuel tank How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Slowly leaking fuel during operation. Noticed while parked in driveway. Smell odor. Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? Pending appointment Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others? Approximately 2 months prior passed emissions inspections. Were there any warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear? None

NHTSA complaint #11423024 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

San Antonio, TX

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

Vehicle is leaking fuel from the fuel tank area. The bottom of the tank is wet with fuel. Seems to be coming from the top of the tank. Skid plate is in place and not damaged.

NHTSA complaint #11420940 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

at 114,793 miles Navarre, FL

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

WHILE THE ENGINE IS RUNNING OR IN ACCESSORY MODE FUEL IS BEING RELEASED FROM A CRACK IN THE GAS TANK ACCESS COVER. THERE IS A STRONG SMELL OF FUEL NEAR THE PASSENGER SIDE REAR DOOR AREA. I RESEARCHED THIS ISSUE AND REPLACE THE FAULTY PART BEFORE IT HAD THE POTENTIAL TO START A FUEL VAPOR FIRE.

NHTSA complaint #11122159 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

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