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Land Rover LR3 problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every LR3 from 2005 to 2009: 175 owner complaints and 9 recalls across 5 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2005 (96), 2006 (51), 2007 (17). Best fuel economy: 14 mpg combined (2009).

Land Rover LR3
Photo: IFCAR · Public domain · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Suspension40
Electrical29
Transmission & drivetrain28
Tires25
Fuel system16
Body & structure14
Speed control / throttle11
Airbags10

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
200549614
200655114
200701714
20080814
20090314

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Land Rover LR3?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2005 (96), 2006 (51), 2007 (17).

How many recalls has the Land Rover LR3 had?

Across 2005–2009, NHTSA lists 9 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).