Most common 2011 Land Rover LR2 problems
Share of the 13 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 →
2011 Land Rover LR2 recalls (2)
Air bags
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 LR2 and 2012-2013 Range Rover Evoque vehicles. A component within the Occupant Classification System (OCS) Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may fail, resulting in the front seat passenger air bag being totally or partially disabled.
Remedy: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the Restraint Control Module software, free of charge. The recall began on August 30, 2014. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837.
Air bags › Frontal
Land Rover is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 lr2 vehicles manufactured from November 12, 2009, through August 23, 2010. The shorting bar in the clock spring May become disconnected when the driver's air bag module connector is installed.
Remedy: Dealers will install a spacer into the driver's airbag clock spring harness connector. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before December 13, 2010.
What 2011 Land Rover LR2 owners say
Transmission & drivetrain
Recently began hearing a noise from the rear when driving. Thought it might be from the rear alignment causing the tire tread to make this sound. Driving faster the noise would get louder. Took to my mechanic for alignment and they said it was the rear differential going out. The bearings were making the loud noise. The vehicle only has 70,400 miles and is driven 10 miles a day and never off road. Looked for any recall notice I May have missed and then discovered this same situation from several others. I entered my VIN to check for any recalls and there are none! Surely this vehicle was built to better specs. For this to fail so early in the life (mileage) of the vehicle is unacceptable and needs to be repaired by the manufacturer at n/c. …
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 Land Rover LR2. While driving 55 MPH, a loud humming noise was coming from the rear of the vehicle. The faster the vehicle accelerated, the louder the noise became. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the rear differential failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired and was not taken to a dealer. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 83,000.
2011 Land Rover LR2 engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.2L 6-cyl | 6-speed automatic | 4WD | 15 / 22 / 18 |
EPA ratings. Class: SUV.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2011 Land Rover LR2 a good car?
Based on 13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2011 LR2 rates average: 21% fewer complaints than a typical year of the LR2 at the same age. 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 2011 Land Rover LR2?
The transmission & drivetrain — 5 complaints, 38% of all complaints for this model year, most often about driveline › differential unit. Next are the engine & cooling (2) and equipment & accessories (1).
How many recalls does the 2011 Land Rover LR2 have?
There are 2 recalls for the 2011 Land Rover LR2, the most recent from July 1, 2014 (air bags). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the 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 2011 Land Rover LR2 problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 59,000 miles; 44% 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.