Post
Research the Car Logo

2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport

Posted
By Research the Car 5 min read

The 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is a luxury SUV known for its off-road capabilities and stylish design. It was offered with two primary engine options: a 4.4L V8 producing 300 horsepower and 315 lb-ft of torque and a supercharged 4.2L V8 generating 390 horsepower and 410 lb-ft of torque. Both engines were paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission. Owners often praise its luxurious interior, off-road prowess, and distinctive styling. However, the Range Rover Sport, particularly the 2007 model year, is also notorious for its reliability issues, especially with its complex electrical systems and air suspension, leading to high maintenance costs. People dislike the high fuel consumption, frequent repairs, and overall cost of ownership.

Engine

4.4L V8

  • Coolant Leaks
    • Description/Symptoms: Coolant leaks can occur from various locations including the water pump, radiator hoses, and the coolant reservoir. Symptoms include low coolant levels, overheating, and visible coolant puddles.
    • Solution: Identify and replace the leaking component. This may involve replacing hoses, the water pump, thermostat, or the coolant reservoir.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $800+
    • Recalls: None Found
  • Oil Leaks
    • Description/Symptoms: Oil leaks are common, often originating from the valve cover gaskets, oil pan gasket, or rear main seal. Symptoms include visible oil leaks, burning oil smell, and low oil levels.
    • Solution: Replace the leaking gasket or seal. Proper diagnosis is key to identifying the source of the leak.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $1000+
    • Recalls: None Found

4.2L Supercharged V8

  • Supercharger Issues
    • Description/Symptoms: The supercharger can experience failures, leading to reduced engine power, unusual noises (whining or rattling), and potential overheating.
    • Solution: Diagnosis of the supercharger, which may involve replacing the supercharger belt, lubricating the supercharger snout, or rebuilding or replacing the supercharger unit.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $3,000+
    • Recalls: None Found
  • Coolant Leaks
    • Description/Symptoms: Coolant leaks can occur from various locations including the water pump, radiator hoses, and the coolant reservoir. Symptoms include low coolant levels, overheating, and visible coolant puddles.
    • Solution: Identify and replace the leaking component. This may involve replacing hoses, the water pump, thermostat, or the coolant reservoir.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $800+
    • Recalls: None Found
  • Oil Leaks
    • Description/Symptoms: Oil leaks are common, often originating from the valve cover gaskets, oil pan gasket, or rear main seal. Symptoms include visible oil leaks, burning oil smell, and low oil levels.
    • Solution: Replace the leaking gasket or seal. Proper diagnosis is key to identifying the source of the leak.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $1000+
    • Recalls: None Found

Transmission

6-Speed Automatic

  • Slipping or Harsh Shifting
    • Description/Symptoms: The 6-speed automatic transmission (ZF 6HP26) can experience slipping between gears, harsh or delayed shifts, and a general lack of responsiveness.
    • Solution: Begin with a transmission fluid flush and filter replacement. If the problem persists, valve body issues or internal damage may necessitate a rebuild or replacement.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $4,000+
    • Recalls: None Found
  • Torque Converter Failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Torque converter failure can manifest as shuddering at low speeds, stalling, or a complete loss of drive.
    • Solution: Replacing the torque converter is the typical solution, often accompanied by a transmission flush and filter replacement.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $3,000+
    • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

  • Air Suspension Failure
    • Description/Symptoms: The air suspension system is prone to failures, leading to the vehicle sagging, uneven ride height, error messages on the dashboard, and compressor malfunctions. The air struts, compressor, and valve block are common failure points.
    • Solution: Diagnose and replace the faulty components. This may involve replacing one or more air struts, the air suspension compressor, or the valve block. Leaks in the air lines can also cause issues.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $2,000+ per component
    • Recalls: None Found
  • Ride Height Sensor Issues
    • Description/Symptoms: Inaccurate ride height readings due to faulty sensors can cause the air suspension to malfunction, leading to incorrect ride height adjustments or error messages.
    • Solution: Replace the faulty ride height sensor.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500+
    • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

  • Battery Drain
    • Description/Symptoms: The 2007 Range Rover Sport is known for experiencing parasitic battery drains, often caused by faulty modules or wiring issues. This can lead to a dead battery, especially if the vehicle sits for an extended period.
    • Solution: A thorough electrical system diagnosis to identify the source of the drain. This may involve testing individual circuits and components to pinpoint the culprit.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $1,000+ depending on the source of the drain
    • Recalls: None Found
  • Navigation/Infotainment System Malfunctions
    • Description/Symptoms: The navigation and infotainment system can experience glitches, freezes, and failures, rendering features like the radio, navigation, and backup camera unusable.
    • Solution: Software updates, replacement of the head unit, or repair of faulty wiring.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $1,500+
    • Recalls: None Found
  • Sensor Failures
    • Description/Symptoms: Various sensors (ABS, TPS, etc.) fail, resulting in warning lights on the dashboard.
    • Solution: Replace the faulty sensor.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $500+
    • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

  • Tailgate Issues
    • Description/Symptoms: The tailgate actuators can break, preventing the tailgate from opening/closing correctly.
    • Solution: Replace the tailgate actuator
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $600+
    • Recalls: None Found

Interior

  • Sunroof Issues
    • Description/Symptoms: Sunroof may fail to open or close properly.
    • Solution: Repair or replace the sunroof motor, rails, or associated components.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $1000+
    • Recalls: None Found
  • Door Lock Actuator Failure
    • Description/Symptoms: The door lock actuators can fail, leading to doors that won’t lock or unlock properly.
    • Solution: Replace the faulty door lock actuator.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500+ per door
    • Recalls: None Found

Summary

The 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is known for its significant reliability issues, leading to potentially high repair costs. The air suspension, electrical system, and engine components are particularly prone to problems. While some issues can be addressed with relatively inexpensive fixes, others, such as transmission rebuilds or air suspension replacements, can be very costly. The severity of these issues can range from minor inconveniences to major mechanical failures that render the vehicle undrivable. Potential buyers should be aware of these common problems and budget accordingly for maintenance and repairs.

Land Rover, Range Rover Sport
Land Rover Range Rover Sport 2007
This post is licensed under CC BY 4.0 by the author.