2005 Land Rover LR3 recalls and problems
The 2005 Land Rover LR3 has 4 safety recalls and 96 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Land Rover dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2005 Land Rover LR3 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2005 Land Rover LR3 recalls
Recall 08V-248: Steering
Problem: Land rover is recalling 37,142 my 2005-2006 lr3 and range rover sport vehicles. Relative motion between the steering wheel hub and/or the steering column cowl with the clockspring, which includes the driver side air bag circuitry, could result in fracturing of the air bag wiring connection. If an air bag wire fractures, the SRS warning light will illuminate on the instrument cluster. The SRS warning light indicates to the driver that there is a concern with the SRS system in the vehicle and that immediate repair is necessary.
Risk: If the SRS warning light is ignored and a vehicle crash of sufficient severity to command deployment of the driver's air bag occurs, the air bag module may not deploy in the intended manner. The condition may result in the deployment of only one stage of the dual stage driver's air bag or the air bag may not deploy at all increasing the risk of serious injuries to the driver.
Fix: Dealers will insert 1mm spacers between the lower left hand side of the column switch mounting point and the column lock to improve the alignment of the column switch. Two foam pads will also be fitted to the top of the steering column switch gear to provide assured clearance between the cowl and the clockspring face. The recall began on july 30, 2008. Owners may contact land rover at 1-800-637-6837.
Recall 07V-011: Fuel System, Gasoline
Problem: Some sport utility vehicles may have fuel tanks that contain an internal breather pipe that was not made to specification. This could result in excessive swelling and cracking of a grommet and subsequent detachment of the breather pipe from a connector tube. When the fuel level in the tank is above the level of the detached joint, fuel may then enter the breather pipe and excess fuel may be discharged onto the ground.
Risk: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel tanks. The recall began on march 12, 2007. Owners may contact land rover at 1-800-637-6837.
Recall 06V-131: Electrical System
Problem: Certain vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 114, 'theft protection.' when the ignition is switched off, after a period of time, it is possible to remove the ignition key when the transmission shift lever is not in park.
Risk: This condition increases the risk of a crash resulting from the unintended movement of parked vehicles.
Fix: Dealers will reprogram the driveline control transfer box electronic control unit (Ecu) with revised software. The recall began on june 30, 2006. Owners may contact land rover at 1-201-818-8500.
Recall 05V-376: Fuel System, Gasoline
Problem: Some sport utility vehicles may have fuel tanks that contain an internal breather pipe that was not made to specification. This could result in excessive swelling and cracking of a grommet and subsequent detachment of the breather pipe from a connector tube. When the fuel level in the tank is above the level of the detached joint, fuel may then enter the breather pipe.
Risk: The driver may notice fuel odor, drivability concerns such as hesitation, misfire, stalling, rough running, or difficulty in starting and the 'check engine' light may be illuminated. If the amount of fuel flowing into the breather pipe reaches the vapor canister and exceeds its capacity, the excess fuel may be discharged onto the ground. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel tanks. The recall began on october 24, 2005. Owners may contact land rover at 1-800-637-6837.
2005 Land Rover LR3 problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 20 | |
| Electrical System | 19 | |
| Power Train | 16 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 15 | |
| Tires | 15 | |
| Structure | 10 | |
| Visibility | 9 | |
| Air Bags | 7 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | |
| Steering | 5 | |
| Equipment | 3 |
Most reported parts
- Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly — 5
- Structure › Body — 5
- Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 4
- Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage — 4
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 3
- Suspension › Rear › Springs › Air Suspension System — 3
- Visibility › Windshield — 2
- Tires › Tread/Belt — 2
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 38,727 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2005 Land Rover LR3 complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Other Land Rover LR3 years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2005 Land Rover LR3 have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2005 Land Rover LR3: 08V-248 (steering), 07V-011 (fuel system, gasoline), 06V-131 (electrical system), 05V-376 (fuel system, gasoline). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2005 Land Rover LR3?
Owners report suspension problems most often (20 reports), followed by electrical system (19). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 38,727 miles.
Are Land Rover recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Land Rover dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.