Owners have filed 52 complaints
about the 2014 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque with NHTSA between 2015 and 2026.
The largest single group is the transmission & drivetrain.
Across this model's run it ranks 4 of 9 worst.
The letter says how bad. This says what kind — whether this year drew
an unusual number of complaints, unusually dangerous
ones, or failures that arrived unusually early.
The dashed ring is 50 — the national norm. Further out is worse.
Complaint volume — 43
Against the median year of the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque. 50 means typical for this
model; 100 means roughly double.
Severity — 100
23.1% of these complaints
involved a crash, fire, injury or death, against a national rate of
9.7%.
Early failure — 51
30% of failures with a mileage on record happened under
36,000 miles, against a national rate of
29%.
How 2014 compares with every other Land Rover Range Rover Evoque
Odometer readings owners gave when they filed. About half of all
complaints include one.
1,000 – 9,999 miles
13.3%
10,000 – 24,999 miles
826.7%
25,000 – 49,999 miles
310.0%
50,000 – 74,999 miles
1136.7%
75,000 – 99,999 miles
413.3%
100,000 – 149,999 miles
310.0%
When owners complained
A spike years after the car went on sale usually means a part wearing
out on schedule across the whole fleet — the kind of pattern no single
owner can see from inside their own car.
Mar 2015peak 3Aug 2026
NHTSA investigations into the 2014 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque
An investigation is the step before a recall: the agency has seen enough
complaints to look into a pattern itself. An open one means it thinks
something may be wrong and nothing has been fixed yet.
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PE18014Opened 1 Dec 2018Closed 10 Sep 2020SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Loss of Brake Power Assist
On December 1, 2018, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation PE18-014 to investigate allegations of brake vacuum pump failure in model year (MY) 2012 through 2014 Range Rover Evoque vehicles. During PE18-014, ODI identified 33 complaints and field reports related to the alleged defect in the subject vehicles. Seven of the complaints were received by ODI and 26 were reported as consumer complaints or field reports in the Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) response to ODI's Information Request letter for PE18-014. All the complaints and field reports identified by ODI involv...
PE16015Opened 16 Dec 2016Closed 11 Aug 2020POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Powered vehicle rollaway
On December 16, 2016, ODI opened PE16-015 to investigate seven complaints alleging incidents of powered rollaway in model year (MY) 2012 through 2014 Land Rover/Range Rover Evoque and Jaguar XF vehicles. The complaints all alleged that the rollaway incidents occurred after the operators shifted to Park and exited the vehicle with the engine left running. All of the incidents alleged that crashes resulted from the unexpected vehicle movement and three alleged injuries. Two of the complaints counted in the opening resume (ID's 10760326 and 10884136) involved the same vehicle and incident. ODI ha...
Complaints that involved harm
Reports where the owner recorded a crash, a fire, an injury or a death.
Cumberland, MDCrash2 injured
AIR BAGS
The contact owns a 2014 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH, the air bags in the vehicle unexpectedly deployed and the front passenger side wheel, hub, and the ball joints detached, causing the vehicle to flip over. No warning lights were illuminated. A Police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a tow yard and was later declared a total loss. The contact stated that two occupants inside the vehicle sustained injuries. Medical attention was sought. The passenger was transported by ambulance and sustained a chest contusion, cuts, bruises, and gashes on the head. The driver sustained chest and rib contusions, cuts, bruises, and gashes on the arms and head. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
NHTSA complaint #11756830 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Cumberland, MDCrash2 injured
WHEELS:HUB
The contact owns a 2014 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH, the air bags in the vehicle unexpectedly deployed and the front passenger side wheel, hub, and the ball joints detached, causing the vehicle to flip over. No warning lights were illuminated. A Police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a tow yard and was later declared a total loss. The contact stated that two occupants inside the vehicle sustained injuries. Medical attention was sought. The passenger was transported by ambulance and sustained a chest contusion, cuts, bruises, and gashes on the head. The driver sustained chest and rib contusions, cuts, bruises, and gashes on the arms and head. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
NHTSA complaint #11756830 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Cumberland, MDCrash2 injured
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
The contact owns a 2014 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH, the air bags in the vehicle unexpectedly deployed and the front passenger side wheel, hub, and the ball joints detached, causing the vehicle to flip over. No warning lights were illuminated. A Police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a tow yard and was later declared a total loss. The contact stated that two occupants inside the vehicle sustained injuries. Medical attention was sought. The passenger was transported by ambulance and sustained a chest contusion, cuts, bruises, and gashes on the head. The driver sustained chest and rib contusions, cuts, bruises, and gashes on the arms and head. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
NHTSA complaint #11756830 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 71,500 milesAubrey, TX1 injured
POWER TRAIN
CAR ABRUPTLY SHIFTS OUT OF GEAR AND INTO NEUTRAL WHILE DRIVING. GEAR WILL NOT MOVE TO PROPER GEAR ONCE THIS OCCURS. CONTROL OF VEHICLE IS LOST.
NHTSA complaint #11187428 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 71,500 milesAubrey, TX1 injured
ENGINE
CAR ABRUPTLY SHIFTS OUT OF GEAR AND INTO NEUTRAL WHILE DRIVING. GEAR WILL NOT MOVE TO PROPER GEAR ONCE THIS OCCURS. CONTROL OF VEHICLE IS LOST.
NHTSA complaint #11187428 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 10,000 milesOverland Park, KS1 injured
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
CAR PARKED, RUNNING, DOOR OPEN TO CHECK MAILBOX. 15 FEET AWAY, CAR STARTED TO ROLL BACK, WENT TO STOP WITH RT LEG REACHING BRAKE. COULDN'T REACH BRAKE, PUSHED ON OPEN DOOR, CAR DID NOT STOP. I FELL BACKWARDS AS LEFT LEG HOPPED AND COULD NOT KEEP UP. ON GROUND TRIED TO BRACE CAR WITH LEFT LEG, RIGHT AND LEFT LEGS WENT OVER HEAD UNDER OPEN DOOR AS CAR CONTINUED TO ROLL IN GEAR BACKWARDS. CAR WAS NOT ON INCLINE. WENT AFTER CAR AND HAMSTRINGS AND CALVES SNAPPED AND FACE PLANTED. ATTEMPTED TO RUN AFTER CAR AGAIN WITH SAME RESULT. SEVERE MUSCLE INJURY TO BOTH LEGS. NOW HIP IS DISLOCATING, MRI PENDING. CAR ROLLED ACROSS STREET AND WAS TRAPPED INTO TREES.
NHTSA complaint #10760326 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
The most recent complaints
In the owners' own words, exactly as filed with NHTSA.
Cumberland, MDCrash2 injured
AIR BAGS
The contact owns a 2014 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH, the air bags in the vehicle unexpectedly deployed and the front passenger side wheel, hub, and the ball joints detached, causing the vehicle to flip over. No warning lights were illuminated. A Police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a tow yard and was later declared a total loss. The contact stated that two occupants inside the vehicle sustained injuries. Medical attention was sought. The passenger was transported by ambulance and sustained a chest contusion, cuts, bruises, and gashes on the head. The driver sustained chest and rib contusions, cuts, bruises, and gashes on the arms and head. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
NHTSA complaint #11756830 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Cumberland, MDCrash2 injured
WHEELS:HUB
The contact owns a 2014 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH, the air bags in the vehicle unexpectedly deployed and the front passenger side wheel, hub, and the ball joints detached, causing the vehicle to flip over. No warning lights were illuminated. A Police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a tow yard and was later declared a total loss. The contact stated that two occupants inside the vehicle sustained injuries. Medical attention was sought. The passenger was transported by ambulance and sustained a chest contusion, cuts, bruises, and gashes on the head. The driver sustained chest and rib contusions, cuts, bruises, and gashes on the arms and head. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
NHTSA complaint #11756830 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Cumberland, MDCrash2 injured
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
The contact owns a 2014 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH, the air bags in the vehicle unexpectedly deployed and the front passenger side wheel, hub, and the ball joints detached, causing the vehicle to flip over. No warning lights were illuminated. A Police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a tow yard and was later declared a total loss. The contact stated that two occupants inside the vehicle sustained injuries. Medical attention was sought. The passenger was transported by ambulance and sustained a chest contusion, cuts, bruises, and gashes on the head. The driver sustained chest and rib contusions, cuts, bruises, and gashes on the arms and head. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
NHTSA complaint #11756830 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Woodside, NY
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Gas leak in the fuel system. Obvious gas smell when car is turned on. Because of the impending danger i have taken the vehicle to á local independent service center for evaluation. They are in the process of confirming the problem. I could not chance driving too far to the dealer because of the hazzard and risk. There were no warning lights indicating the problem.
NHTSA complaint #11753664 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 65,000 milesRiverside, CA
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2014 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with turbo charger failure. The contact was informed that the turbo charger needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was informed of an unknown recall; however, the VIN was not associated with a recall related to the failure. The dealer was made aware of the failure, and the contact was informed that the repair was not covered under recall. The contact was advised to contact the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 65,000.
NHTSA complaint #11747260 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Lexington, KY
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
The stability control is not available.
NHTSA complaint #11666980 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Lexington, KY
SERVICE BRAKES
The stability control is not available.
NHTSA complaint #11666980 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Lexington, KY
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
The stability control is not available.
NHTSA complaint #11666980 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 120,000 milesCherry Valley, MA
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2014 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque. The contact stated while driving at approximately 45 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle accelerated rapidly and was shifting rapidly. Additionally, the contact stated that the turbo charger was engaging independently, and the check engine warning light was illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that the active suspension and shock absorbers were not responding when the contact drove over dips in the road or while turning left or right. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated for the suspension. The contact had taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed and determined that the turbo charger and the suspension needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.
NHTSA complaint #11659941 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 120,000 milesCherry Valley, MA
SUSPENSION
The contact owns a 2014 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque. The contact stated while driving at approximately 45 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle accelerated rapidly and was shifting rapidly. Additionally, the contact stated that the turbo charger was engaging independently, and the check engine warning light was illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that the active suspension and shock absorbers were not responding when the contact drove over dips in the road or while turning left or right. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated for the suspension. The contact had taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed and determined that the turbo charger and the suspension needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.
NHTSA complaint #11659941 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 120,000 milesCherry Valley, MA
ENGINE
The contact owns a 2014 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque. The contact stated while driving at approximately 45 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle accelerated rapidly and was shifting rapidly. Additionally, the contact stated that the turbo charger was engaging independently, and the check engine warning light was illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that the active suspension and shock absorbers were not responding when the contact drove over dips in the road or while turning left or right. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated for the suspension. The contact had taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed and determined that the turbo charger and the suspension needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.
NHTSA complaint #11659941 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Allen, TX
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
I have researched my 2014 Range Rover Evoque and have come upon 2 recalls. First one is recal no. 16V614000. This is where the vehicle unexpectedly shifts to neutral as I am driving. I had a few instances with this as I was driving and car shifting to neutral and gearbox gets stuck...resulting in getting stuck in the middle of the road. The second recall is recall no. 14V155000 regarding the suspension. The damaged bolts may fail, allowing the link arm to separate from the vehicle, resulting in a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash. I have already contacted Land Rover customer service and they told me my VIN number is not covered under the recall even though it is clearly affected by the recalls. The car is not safe to drive. I am hoping you could add my vehicle to the recall list to get this repaired as soon as possible.
NHTSA complaint #11604551 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Allen, TX
SUSPENSION
I have researched my 2014 Range Rover Evoque and have come upon 2 recalls. First one is recal no. 16V614000. This is where the vehicle unexpectedly shifts to neutral as I am driving. I had a few instances with this as I was driving and car shifting to neutral and gearbox gets stuck...resulting in getting stuck in the middle of the road. The second recall is recall no. 14V155000 regarding the suspension. The damaged bolts may fail, allowing the link arm to separate from the vehicle, resulting in a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash. I have already contacted Land Rover customer service and they told me my VIN number is not covered under the recall even though it is clearly affected by the recalls. The car is not safe to drive. I am hoping you could add my vehicle to the recall list to get this repaired as soon as possible.
NHTSA complaint #11604551 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Goshen, IN
POWER TRAIN
Charging system -( code PO562) powertrain control module Code-(PO299) Code- (P144C)
NHTSA complaint #11555885 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Goshen, IN
LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION
Charging system -( code PO562) powertrain control module Code-(PO299) Code- (P144C)
NHTSA complaint #11555885 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
at 74,500 milesRaleigh, NC
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
The contact owns a 2014 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque. The contact stated there was an abnormal fuel odor inside and outside the vehicle. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. A dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 74,500.
NHTSA complaint #11531251 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Burbank, CA
POWER TRAIN
My car shifts into neutral while I’m driving. This is the same issue that I see recalls for but it’s stating that my car is not effected. Also, the rear suspension makes a loud grinding noise for no reason. It’s weird because other 2014 Land Rovers have these exact same recall warnings and my vin number comes up clear on the internet. This vehicle only has 45k miles on it.
NHTSA complaint #11516585 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Burbank, CA
SUSPENSION
My car shifts into neutral while I’m driving. This is the same issue that I see recalls for but it’s stating that my car is not effected. Also, the rear suspension makes a loud grinding noise for no reason. It’s weird because other 2014 Land Rovers have these exact same recall warnings and my vin number comes up clear on the internet. This vehicle only has 45k miles on it.
NHTSA complaint #11516585 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Burbank, CA
ENGINE
My car shifts into neutral while I’m driving. This is the same issue that I see recalls for but it’s stating that my car is not effected. Also, the rear suspension makes a loud grinding noise for no reason. It’s weird because other 2014 Land Rovers have these exact same recall warnings and my vin number comes up clear on the internet. This vehicle only has 45k miles on it.
NHTSA complaint #11516585 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Saint Charles, MO
ENGINE
While pulling out, the vehicle stopped running in the middle of the road. On restart the gear selector went down and I was unable to switch to neutral to push it out of the way. I had it towed to landrover and they told me the cam sprocket stopper dropped onto my timing chain and made it fall off. Looking online it seems like this is a big issue and still no safety recall. This issue is known by landrover and I don't see why life's have to be risked for things to get fixed.
NHTSA complaint #11462351 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Weatherford, TX
STRUCTURE:BODY
The front door will not open on the driver's side from the outside. It will only open from the inside due to the door handle.
NHTSA complaint #11456617 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Woodstock, GA
POWER TRAIN
Our 2014 Land Rover Evoque has a gear knob (gear shifter) located on the console. The gear knob changes by itself from drive, to neutral, to park. Dangerous! We identified this as part of a safety recall and took it to the dealer for repair. They updated the software and sent us on our way. After the same issue occurring several times, we took it back to the dealer at which time the stated we need a new transmission for over $17,000!!! The vehicle last showed only 35,000 miles! We have begged and pleaded our case with the dealer and repeatedly with Land Rover USA with no satisfactory resolution.
NHTSA complaint #11422747 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Woodstock, GA
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Our 2014 Land Rover Evoque has a gear knob (gear shifter) located on the console. The gear knob changes by itself from drive, to neutral, to park. Dangerous! We identified this as part of a safety recall and took it to the dealer for repair. They updated the software and sent us on our way. After the same issue occurring several times, we took it back to the dealer at which time the stated we need a new transmission for over $17,000!!! The vehicle last showed only 35,000 miles! We have begged and pleaded our case with the dealer and repeatedly with Land Rover USA with no satisfactory resolution.
NHTSA complaint #11422747 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Hattiesburg, MS
POWER TRAIN
The powertrain just went out at 60k miles. I googled regarding this n found a lot of other complaints with the powertrain even a lawsuit.
NHTSA complaint #11417935 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.
Lewiston, ME
ENGINE
THE TIMING CHAIN CONTINUES TO SLIP AND NEED TO REPLACED . LOOSES POWER, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CONTINUES TO COME ON. BEEN HAPPENING FOR ABOUT A YEAR.
NHTSA complaint #11395856 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.