Research · Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
2009 Land Rover Range Rover SportRecalls, problems, MPG & safety
NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 14 owner complaints for the 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. Most complaints involve electrical system (3) and air bags (3). The EPA rates it 14–15 mpg combined.
Combined MPG
14–15mpg
EPA · 2 versions
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
14
Top: electrical system
Fuel cost / yr
$5,300est.
EPA estimate, best version
Safety recalls
NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport as of Nov 4, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 4, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
Owner complaints by component
14 complaints filed with NHTSA · May 2009 – Jun 2024
- Electrical system3
- Air bags3
- Power train3
- Service brakes2
- Suspension2
- Tires1
- Structure1
- Wheels1
- Steering1
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
By model year
Complaints for each Range Rover Sport model year we’ve synced.
View as table
| Model year | NHTSA complaints |
|---|---|
| 2006 | 26 |
| 2007 | 22 |
| 2008 | 44 |
| 2009 | 14 |
| 2010 | 59 |
| 2011 | 82 |
| 2012 | 52 |
| 2013 | 59 |
| 2014 | 86 |
| 2015 | 126 |
| 2016 | 78 |
| 2017 | 121 |
| 2018 | 33 |
| 2019 | 26 |
| 2020 | 49 |
| 2021 | 13 |
| 2022 | 14 |
| 2023 | 23 |
| 2024 | 18 |
- Crashes reported
- 0
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Deaths reported
- 0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 4, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
What owners report most
Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component
Electrical system
3 reports
“There are KNOWN areas around the A pillar, windshield, and sunroof that leak and allow water to enter the vehicle and pool up in the wiring channels next to the doors, the water causes shorts and corrosion in the wiring which causes faults (Check engine, etc) that the owner is forced to attempt to correct on their own. There are numerous videos made by Land Rover owners over the last 15 years showing the common areas where water enters the vehicle. The average owner is not mechanical inclined and will not pull apart their vehicle to search for places where water is entering. Land Rover knows about this issue and does nothing but charge their customers many hours of labor at the dealership to investigate. The water damage to the wiring has and will cause issues with the vehicle that the average person will or must go to the dealership to attempt a repair.”
Air bags
3 reports
“THE AIR BAG LIGHT DOES NOT GO OUT, AND THE DEALER CLAIMS THERE IS NOTHING WRONG WITH THE AIR BAG, HOWEVER IT FAILED THE STATE INSPECTION DUE TO THE AIR BAG ISDUE.”
Power train
3 reports
“THE TRUCK HAS BEEN JUMPING INTO 3 GEAR AT HIGH SPEEDS AND GETTING STUCK THERE.”
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 4, 2026
Engines, transmissions & drive
2 versions rated by the EPA
- EPA class
- Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
- Engines
- 4.4L 8-cyl · 4.2L 8-cyl supercharged
- Transmissions
- Automatic (S6)
- Drive
- 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 4, 2026EPA listing
EPA fuel economy by version
City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Range Rover Sport Auto (S6), 8 cyl, 4.4 L · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 12 | 18 | 15 | $5,300 | 592 |
| Range Rover Sport Auto (S6), 8 cyl, 4.2 L, Sup Charg · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 12 | 18 | 14 | $5,700 | 635 |
- 15mpg comb.
- 14mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 4, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
1 tested variant
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport as of Nov 4, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 4, 2026Vehicle 5404
Maintenance basics
General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
- Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
6–12 months - Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
Every oil change - Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
1–2 years - Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
1–2 years - Brake fluid—
2–3 years - Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
5–10 years - Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
— - 12V battery—
3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
2009 Range Rover Sport questions
How many recalls does the 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport have?
0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 4, 2026.
What are the most common 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport problems?
Owners filed 14 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are electrical system (3), air bags (3), power train (3). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
What MPG does the 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport get?
The EPA rates the 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport at 14–15 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (2 versions rated).
Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 4, 2026