2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport: 11 recalls, 77 owner complaints and up to 19 mpg combined.
Recalls
11 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Latches & locks Vehicle recall #15V385000 · 2015 · 65,372 vehicles
What's wrong: In the affected vehicles, the doors May unlatch unexpectedly when closed.
Why it matters: If a vehicle door unlatches, the distraction May increase the risk of a crash and/or a vehicle occupant May fall out of the vehicle if they are not wearing a seatbelt, increasing their risk of injury.
The fix: Land rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the keyless entry software, free of charge. The recall began August 6, 2015.
Airbags Vehicle recall #16V941000 · 2016 · 550 vehicles
What's wrong: The affected vehicles have a front passenger air bag inflator initiator that May fail to ignite during a crash, preventing the air bag from deploying.
Why it matters: In the event of a crash of sufficient severity, the front passenger air bag May not deploy as required, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Land rover will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 20, 2017.
Seat belts Vehicle recall #16V942000 · 2016 · 13,500 vehicles
What's wrong: The affected vehicles have seatbelt pretensioners that May not function properly in the event of a crash.
Why it matters: If the front seat seatbelt pretensioners do not function properly, the seat occupants May not be adequately restrained in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Land rover will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front seat belt assemblies, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 20, 2017.
Airbags Vehicle recall #17V154000 · 2017 · 205 vehicles
What's wrong: The passenger frontal air bag inflator initiator May fail to ignite during a crash.
Why it matters: If the air bag inflator initiator fails to ignite, the passenger frontal air bag will not deploy, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
The fix: Land rover will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag, free of charge. The recall began May 1, 2017.
Seat belts Vehicle recall #19V350000 · 2019 · 16,186 vehicles
What's wrong: The driver's seat belt emergency locking retractor (elr) May not lock as designed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 209, "seat belt assemblies."
Why it matters: If the driver brakes prior to a crash, the elr will not lock at the correct g-force level, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Land rover will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat belt assembly, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began September 10, 2019.
Latches & locks Vehicle recall #19V390000 · 2019 · 28,671 vehicles
What's wrong: A spring in the keyless vehicle latching system (kv latch) May get stuck, causing the left hand door to remain unlatched when the door is closed.
Why it matters: The unlatched door May open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
The fix: Land rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the software, and inspect the kv latches, replacing them if necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 6, 2019.
Latches & locks Vehicle recall #19V392000 · 2019 · 65,385 vehicles
What's wrong: Due to a problem with the keyless vehicle latching system (kv latch), the doors May appear to be closed but May be unlatched.
Why it matters: The unlatched door May open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Land rover will notify owners, and dealers will inspect for any issues with the kv system, disabling the kv mechanisms if necessary, and update the kv latch software, free of charge. The recall began July 18, 2019.
Latches & locks Vehicle recall #20V325000 · 2020 · 785 vehicles
What's wrong: These vehicles were previously recalled and repaired under recall 19v-390, however the repair May not have been completed properly. A spring in the keyless vehicle latching system (kv latch) May get stuck, causing the left hand door to remain unlatched when the door is closed.
Why it matters: An unlatched door May open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
The fix: Land rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the software, and inspect the kv latches, replacing them if necessary, free of charge. This recall is expected to begin July 24, 2020.
Latches & locks Vehicle recall #20V387000 · 2020 · 6,211 vehicles
What's wrong: These vehicles were previously recalled and repaired under recall 19v-392, however the repair May not have been completed properly. Due to a problem with the keyless vehicle latching system (kv latch), the doors May appear to be closed but May be unlatched.
Why it matters: Unlatched doors May open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Land rover will notify owners, and dealers will inspect for any issues with the kv system, disabling the kv mechanisms if necessary, and update the kv latch software, free of charge. The recall began November 30, 2020.
Seat belts Vehicle recall #22V219000 · 2022 · 14,812 vehicles
What's wrong: The driver's seat belt emergency locking retractor May not lock as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) numbers 209, "seat belt assemblies" and 208, "occupant crash protection."
Why it matters: During hard braking before a crash, the seat belt emergency locking retractor May not lock as intended, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 29, 2022.
Steering Vehicle recall #25V514000 · 2025 · 121,509 vehicles
What's wrong: The front suspension upper knuckle joint May crack, which can result in suspension arm detachment.
Why it matters: Suspension arm detachment can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the front suspension knuckles and install a retaining bracket or replace the knuckle, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 11, 2026.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 3 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Steering (24): the most common themes are steering problems (22), warning light on (9), noise or vibration (6).
- Engine (14): the most common themes are warning light on (4), leaks (2), overheating (2).
- Suspension (11): the most common themes are steering problems (4).
- Other / unknown (7): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has 77 owner complaints, ranking #1 of 22 Range Rover Sport model years for complaints (2.6× the average Range Rover Sport year). Complaints peaked in 2025 (22 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 8 years old, at a median of 60,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2015 (55 complaints, 9 recalls), 2017 (59 complaints, 6 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | 4-Wheel Drive | 17 | 23 | 19 | Premium |
| 5.0 L 8-cyl | Automatic (S8) | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 | 19 | 16 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 11 vehicle recalls for the 2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport problems?
Owners have filed 77 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are steering (24), engine (14), suspension (11).
What gas mileage does the 2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport get?
EPA ratings run up to 19 mpg combined (3.0 L, Automatic (S8)), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
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