2023 Land Rover Range Rover Safety Report
2023 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER - Safety and Reliability Concerns
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2023 Land Rover Range Rover
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2023 Land Rover Range Rover. It connects recall campaigns, owner complaint patterns, service bulletins, sibling model years, component issue hubs, and the model buying guide so a shopper or owner can move from a single report into the wider safety graph.
| Signal | Value | What to inspect next |
|---|---|---|
| Recall burden | High (7) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | Low (18) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 2 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Service Brakes | Compare service brakes issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2024 | Compare against the 2024 Land Rover Range Rover with 9 complaints and 6 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2019 | Check the 2019 Land Rover Range Rover before buying across this generation. |
Land Rover Range Rover Year-by-Year Comparison
The safest purchase decision usually comes from comparing neighboring model years, not reading a single page in isolation. The table below uses only validated Land Rover Range Rover years already present in the cleaned NHTSA dataset, so each comparison links to a real vehicle safety report rather than a generated combination.
| Model Year | Complaints | Recalls | Use case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Land Rover Range Rover | 9 | 6 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2019 Land Rover Range Rover | 13 | 3 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
2023 Land Rover Range Rover Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2023 Land Rover Range Rover, these are the component areas with the clearest NHTSA complaint signals. Use each link to jump from this single vehicle into broader component hubs and make-specific issue pages.
Service Brakes
5 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Service Brakes issues Land Rover onlySteering,Suspension,Electrical System
1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Steering,Suspension,Electrical System issues Land Rover onlyElectrical System
1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System issues Land Rover onlyVisibility
1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Visibility issues Land Rover onlyEngine
1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Engine issues Land Rover onlyPower Train,Latches/Locks/Linkages
1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Power Train,Latches/Locks/Linkages issues Land Rover onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2023 Land Rover Range Rover
Reliability Score
The 2023 Land Rover Range Rover receives a reliability score of 78 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates above-average reliability relative to comparable vehicles.
Known Issues for the 2023 Land Rover Range Rover
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2023 Land Rover Range Rover:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes Service brakes have failed after less than 12,000 miles, and the emergency braking system engaged suddenly in busy traffic. |
High | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Electrical System A warning light for an electric default detected and a battery that shut down with no power have been reported. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Visibility The sunroof failed to close properly, and the rear seats lack sensors, which could lead to occupants being crushed. |
Low | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Exterior Lighting Tail lights have been problematic, causing visibility issues. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
Common Problems Reported by Owners
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the following components account for the majority of reported issues with the 2023 Land Rover Range Rover:
Service brakes have failed after less than 12,000 miles, and the emergency braking system engaged suddenly in busy traffic.
A warning light for an electric default detected and a battery that shut down with no power have been reported.
The sunroof failed to close properly, and the rear seats lack sensors, which could lead to occupants being crushed.
Tail lights have been problematic, causing visibility issues.
Recall Details for the 2023 Land Rover Range Rover
The following 7 recalls have been issued for the 2023 Land Rover Range Rover by NHTSA:
Summary: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2023-2026 Range Rover Sport and Range Rover vehicles. The panoramic sunroof side finisher trim may not be properly secured and can detach.
Consequence: A detached panoramic sunroof side trim can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the panoramic sunroof side finisher trim and secure it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 17, 2026. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is D095.
Summary: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Range Rover vehicles. Water may enter into the rearview camera, which can cause the rearview camera image not to appear on the display or display a distorted image.
Consequence: A rearview camera image that does not display can decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed April 22, 2025. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N946.
Summary: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Land Rover Range Rover vehicles. The rear taillight link may be damaged, which can cause exterior vehicle lights, including the rear light mounted in the body, taillights, brake lights, and turn signals to fail to illuminate.
Consequence: Exterior lights that fail to illuminate can decrease visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace or repair the rear lights as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 25, 2023. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N784.
Summary: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Land Rover Range Rover and 2023 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vehicles. The second-row seat armrest storage compartment latch may fail, allowing the objects from within to be unsecured in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 201, "Occupant Protection in Interior Impact."
Consequence: In the event of a crash, unsecured objects from within the armrest compartment may strike the vehicle occupants, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the locking arm of the second-row armrest storage compartment, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 3, 2023. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N789.
Summary: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Land Rover Range Rover vehicles equipped with seven seats. The second-row left seat frame may have been insufficiently welded.
Consequence: An improperly welded second-row left seat frame may not adequately secure occupants during sudden braking or a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the second-row left seat frame, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 1, 2023. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N783.
Summary: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling one 2023 Land Rover Range Rover vehicle. A gasket on the turbo oil drain pipe may be incorrectly installed or missing, which can result in an oil leak.
Consequence: An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: A dealer will replace the drain pipe gasket, free of charge. An owner notification letter was mailed May 19, 2023. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N780.
Summary: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Range Rover Sport, 2020-2023 Range Rover, Defender, 2022-2023 Discovery, and 2023 Range Rover Velar vehicles. The engine cam carrier oil channel may be blocked, which can lead to an oil leak.
Consequence: An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the engine cam carrier and related components as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2023. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N763.
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2023 Land Rover Range Rover
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2023 Land Rover Range Rover with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 1 complaint involved crashes. 1 involved fires. 2 reported injuries or fatalities.
Vehicle went into a shut down and all electrical power was dead. Attempted to charge battery and battery had 13.2 amps. Towed to dealer and they reported a software update was required. Also they later reported the battery was changed. Upon pick up, the dash reported warnings of no steering assist, no traction control and software update required. Vehicle has been back 4 times and dealer cann...
On January 27, 2026, while driving my 2023 Land Rover Range Rover a red warning light came on the dashboard stating "Electric default detected". Following this warning light while driving the vehicle lost power and was unable to drive, steer, or brake. I was able to safely get the vehicle to the side of the road. After having it towed to the Richmond Land Rover of Richmond, VA, the following da...
The contact owns a 2023 Land Rover Range Rover. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the sunroof failed to close properly. The contact stated that on several occasions, the sunroof was closed but unexpectedly reopened. The vehicle was taken to several dealers however, the vehicle was not diagnosed. The contact stated that a dealer confirmed the sunroof failure and performed a reca...
The vehicle brake pad warning light went on before 15K miles. The dealership and manufacturer have indicated that the design of the 2023 long wheel base model causes the OEM brakes pads to wear through at an accelerated rate. They are replacing them with a different model though nor covering the replacement under warranty.
The contact owns a 2023 Land Rover Range Rover. The contact stated that while driving 60-65 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact drove to the destination and parked the vehicle. The contact stated that while attempting to drive the vehicle out of the parking lot, several unknown warning lights were illuminated, and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle failed to restart after se...
The contact owns a 2023 Land Rover Range Rover. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle jerked abnormally. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, no cause for the failure was found. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the failure persisted. In addition, the contact stated that the rear passenger’s s...
I purchased this Range Rover in November of 2022. The vehicle was serviced once at the dealership for wind noise on June 26, 2023. The vehicle was parked at my home for a week while our family was on vacation before I returned on August 10th, 2023. It was not driven during this time period. On August 10th, 2023 I came out of the house to drive the vehicle and remotely unlocked the car and sat in t...
Seats are electric in the rear and do not have any sensors if someone is sitting in them. The seats will fold and crush occupant. We have had 3 incidents leading to minor injuries with different children where the child will inadvertently hit the seat folding button and get injured. This occurred for the 3rd time when my business partner borrowed the vehicle this last weekend for a ski trip and hi...
Multiple Safety Concerns: 1)The vehicles Emergency Braking System engaged TWICE, SUDDENLY, and in busy traffic/highway situations. Now told BREAK PADS AND ROTORS are worn and rusted badly-unusually soon for a newly purchased car-less than a year old. The Austin Jaguar Land Rover dealership’s service person told me “most clients are replacing at 9,500 miles.” If this is truly the case, then why...
Brakes failed after less than 12000 miles.
Problems with brakes. poor braking . then warning sign should break pads worn at 12K miles. I have read many reports about similar defects for the new range rover. [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
The contact owns a 2023 Land Rover Ranger Rover. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle the "Service Brakes" and "Low Coolant" warning lights were illuminated. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 15,000.
This vehicle is a 2023 Range Rover . I took it in to have the winter tires removed and the summer tires installed. Range Rover did a vehicle inspection and it showed the brake pad wear on the front as being a #7 and the rear as a #2. The scale is 1 to 10 , Ten being NO wear or new pads. I have the write up from Range Rover and pictures they took . I also have the bad brake pads that look like th...
The vehicle does not go into gear in timely way..I put car in reverse and occasionally it stays in drive. Very dangerous to assume your car is backing up but goes forward. It happened to my son also when driving my car. Seems like there is lag time between shifting gears and vehicle actually going into gear. I just spoke to three other owners of my make, year and model of car and they said they ha...
Brakes making squealing noise and brake pads worn out front and rear within 17000 miles.
The Range Rover dash displays that the door is open but it is not. When the Range Rover comes to a stop the Range Rover does not move. It has occurred 10 times, this last time it stopped traffic at an intersection and Bexar County Sheriff’s had to arrive at scene. I have Video of what happens each time it comes to a stop.
Left rear tail lamp not illuminating. Investigation: Verified connection to find wire cut and corroded, wire was touching a plastic bracket on the vehicle because the trim that covers the harness had a foam on it and that was pushing the tail lamp harness onto the bracket causing it to rub. Then with time water made it's way in and corroded/cut the wire.
We purchased the vehicle new January 2023 and we drove for a couple of months without any issue, suddenly after filling the gas tank on Monday 4/10/2023 we noticed that the gas gauge dropped significantly after about an hour of drive time, later that evening the garage began smelling like gas through out the night without any leaks. The next day taking kids to school the smell was very bad in the...
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2023 Land Rover Range Rover
Has the 2023 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER been recalled?
Yes, the 2023 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER has 7 recalls on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.
How many complaints does the 2023 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER have?
The 2023 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER has 18 complaints filed with NHTSA. Of these, 1 involved crashes. 6 injuries and 0 deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2023 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER?
The 2023 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER does not have an NHTSA safety rating on file. This can happen for newer model years, specialty vehicles, or models that have not been crash-tested.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2023 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER involve service brakes (5 complaints), steering,suspension,electrical system (1 complaints), electrical system (1 complaints). Other affected components include visibility, engine, power train,latches/locks/linkages.
How many crash reports does the 2023 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER have?
There are 1 crash reports associated with the 2023 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER out of 18 total complaints (5.6% of complaints involved crashes).
How many fire reports does the 2023 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER have?
There are 1 fire reports for the 2023 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER out of 18 total complaints. Fire reports are among the most serious safety concerns tracked by NHTSA.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2023 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2023 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER.
How many injuries are reported for the 2023 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER?
6 injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2023 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER. These are self-reported by vehicle owners as part of their safety complaints.
Should I buy a 2023 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2023 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER is research thoroughly before purchasing. It has 18 complaints, 7 recalls. Always have a pre-purchase inspection done by a qualified mechanic.
What components fail most on the 2023 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER?
The components with the most failures on the 2023 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER are: 1. SERVICE BRAKES (5 complaints), 2. STEERING,SUSPENSION,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (1 complaints), 3. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (1 complaints), 4. VISIBILITY (1 complaints), 5. ENGINE (1 complaints). SERVICE BRAKES is the single most-reported problem area with 5 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2023 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER?
Be cautious of potential electrical and braking issues. Regular maintenance is crucial, especially for components like service brakes and the electrical system. The 2023 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER has 18 NHTSA complaints and 7 recalls on record.
How reliable is the 2023 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER?
The 2023 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER receives a reliability score of 78/100, indicating above-average reliability. This is based on 18 owner complaints, 7 recalls, and 2 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Service Brakes and Electrical System.
What are the known issues with the 2023 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER?
Known issues with the 2023 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER include: Service Brakes, Electrical System, Visibility, Exterior Lighting. These are based on patterns found across 18 NHTSA complaints. 7 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.
Are there any known issues with the service brakes?
Yes, service brakes have failed after less than 12,000 miles, and the emergency braking system engaged suddenly in busy traffic.
What are the visibility concerns with the 2023 Range Rover?
The sunroof failed to close properly, and the rear seats lack sensors, which could lead to occupants being crushed.
Are there any recalls related to the 2023 Range Rover?
Yes, recalls have been issued for issues with the exterior lighting, particularly the tail lights, and for latches/locks/linkages.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Be cautious of potential electrical and braking issues. Regular maintenance is crucial, especially for components like service brakes and the electrical system.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2023 Land Rover Range Rover
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2023 Land Rover Range Rover. The data includes 18 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 7 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 1 reported crashes, 1 fire incidents, 6 reported injuries, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
All data presented in this report is sourced from public NHTSA databases. Our AI analysis identifies patterns across complaint narratives, correlates them with recall history, and produces the safety assessment above. This analysis is updated as new complaints and recalls are filed with the NHTSA.
Consumers are encouraged to report vehicle safety problems to the NHTSA at nhtsa.gov. If your vehicle is subject to a recall, contact your dealer to schedule the free repair.
Disclaimer: This analysis is AI-generated from NHTSA public data and does not constitute professional automotive or safety advice. Always verify recall status at NHTSA.gov and consult a qualified mechanic.
Analysis last updated: 2026-05-16