Most common 2009 Land Rover LR2 problems
Share of the 30 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Land Rover LR2 complaints by model year
Best LR2 years: 2012, 2015, 2014. Years to avoid: 2008, 2009, 2010. Compare all years →
What 2009 Land Rover LR2 owners say
Transmission & drivetrain all 23 →
Rear differential went at 47K miles! Started hearing a humming noise on acceleration that progressively got worse over the next month. I researched the problem online, finding out that many people were experiencing the same thing around 50K miles and that it was the rear differential. I called Land Rover explaining the problem, but because I was no longer under warranty, I would be responsible for the entire cost. But before they could do anything, I needed to bring the car in and pay $125 so they could put the car on the lift and confirm it was in fact the rear differential. If it was the rear differential it would cost around $2500-3000! I explained that this issue is well documented on the internet, in multiple Land Rover forums and for a majority of people it is happening just after the warranty expires. …
The LR2 was driven by our daughter for several years, primarily highway mileage to and from college. In early 2015 the Rover began to make a whining noise from the rear axle. Over the course of two or three weeks the noise became progressively worse. After scheduling an appointment, Land Rover indicated that we had a damaged rear differential that would need to be replaced for approximately $2500.00. I've owned a fair number of vehicles and do know a number of auto mechanics. No one seems to have ever heard of rear differential failing at approximately 50K miles. I pressed the service manager for an answer and he referred me to the main headquarters of Land Rover. They refused replacement under warranty and failed to provide adequate compensation for the repair. …
Electrical system
Continuing to have endless problems of the battery draining for unknown reasons. When the battery drains too low the vehicle then goes into "crash mode" and I have to have it towed and the computer flashed to have the codes reset or else it's not drivable. It's happened on multiple occasions since I have owned the vehicle.
I bought this car new in 2009 ( was used as a retired loaner for 4 months- had 7000 miles on it when bought) had this for 5 years now, is a low mileage at 59000, would only use this to drive to and from work/home, did not ever engage in any off roading at all not once, had only used this terrain response feature maybe few times in the last 2-3 winters ( when we had snow); all the sudden I noticed, a light saying terrain response system de-activated...I don't remember doing or pushing any button prior to the incident, so I brought my vehicle to Land Rover in orland park- they told me that the terrain response system had failed; they couldn't tell me what would cause such problem. The terrain response system is not a wear and tear thing, it is a safety feature that has failed for no apparent reason. …
Suspension
Rear differential went at 47K miles! Started hearing a humming noise on acceleration that progressively got worse over the next month. I researched the problem online, finding out that many people were experiencing the same thing around 50K miles and that it was the rear differential. I called Land Rover explaining the problem, but because I was no longer under warranty, I would be responsible for the entire cost. But before they could do anything, I needed to bring the car in and pay $125 so they could put the car on the lift and confirm it was in fact the rear differential. If it was the rear differential it would cost around $2500-3000! I explained that this issue is well documented on the internet, in multiple Land Rover forums and for a majority of people it is happening just after the warranty expires. …
Rear differential - noticed that the vehicle had started to make humming noise and it seems the noise was coming from the rear of the vehicle. Land Rover shop checked and said the noise is coming from the tires. Replaced all 4 tires ($1500) and still the noise remained. Got it checked from two other Land Rover shops and both reached the same conclusion - rear differential / bearing failure!! My LR2 has never gone off-road. I called the Land Rover dealer and he quoted $8900 to replace the entire unit!! Unbelievable!! Online research shows this is a very common problem LR2 owners are facing. Land Rover must put a recall and fix this immediately to retain their reputation!!
2009 Land Rover LR2 engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.2L 6-cyl | 6-speed automatic | 4WD/AWD | 15 / 22 / 17 |
EPA ratings. Class: SUV.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2009 Land Rover LR2 a good car?
Based on 30 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2009 LR2 rates use caution: 2.2× as many complaints as a typical year of the LR2 at the same age. It is one of the LR2 years we suggest avoiding. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2009 Land Rover LR2?
The transmission & drivetrain — 23 complaints, 77% of all complaints for this model year, most often about driveline › differential unit. Next are the electrical system (5) and suspension (4).
How many recalls does the 2009 Land Rover LR2 have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2009 Land Rover LR2. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Land Rover LR2?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2012, 2015 and 2014. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2008, 2009 and 2010. See the full Land Rover LR2 years comparison.
At what mileage do 2009 Land Rover LR2 problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 60,000 miles; 19% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.