Most common 1998 Land Rover Range Rover problems
Share of the 24 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Land Rover Range Rover complaints by model year
Best Range Rover years: 2022, 2012, 2011. Years to avoid: 2017, 2023, 2016, 2003, 2004. Compare all years →
1998 Land Rover Range Rover recalls (3)
Engine and engine cooling › Cooling system › Hoses/lines/piping/fittings
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. Coolant system leaks have been identified in areas where the coolant could be subjected to elevated temperatures.
Remedy: Dealers will make a series of modifications to several underhood hose components to eliminate the release of engine coolant.
Engine and engine cooling
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. As a result of water ingress and subsequent ice blockage, the transmission breather tube can become clogged, expelling transmission fluid from the dipstick tube onto hot engine components.
Remedy: Dealers will remove the transmission breather tube from the inner fender and a section of the hose will be cut at an angle.
Engine and engine cooling
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. Certain underhood hose and tubing components can fail allowing fluid to leak, such as engine coolant, windshield wiper fluid, and automatic transmission fluid.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect these vehicles and replace these components. Note that not all components will need to be replaced.
What 1998 Land Rover Range Rover owners say
Suspension
Dt: the contact stated while driving the rear of the vehicle lifts up. The vehicle is hard to control. This occurs at any speed. He took the vehicle to the dealer. The dealer replaced the compressor and two sensors on the rear suspension. These repairs were covered by the warranty. The vehicle is currently at the dealer for further inspection of this ongoing problem. No further repairs have been made due to the expense. During this process the vehicle warranty has expired.
Compressor for front air suspension system failed, causing the vehicle to drive erratically. Dealer/manufacturer notified.
Engine & cooling
Tl contact owns a 1998 Land Rover Range Rover. Approximately three hours after parking the vehicle, two popping sounds were heard coming from the engine compartment. The vehicle then caught fire. The fire department stated that the failure of a heat source within the engine caused the fire. The vehicle was destroyed. A police report was filed. As of December 18, 2007, neither the dealer nor the manufacturer had inspected the vehicle. The current and failure mileages were 68,000. Updated 01-23-08. Updated 01/23/08
My husband and I purchased a 1998, Land Rover Range Rover 4.6 hse (VIN# [redacted]) from frankel Land Rover hunt valley on September, 06, 2002. We purchased the Range Rover Land Rover certified, which came with a 12-month/ 12,000 mile warranty after additional inspection work was done above and beyond a maryland state inspection. After having the Range Rover for nearly five months, it incurred major problems. The Range Rover broke down twice within a week. Below is a summary of each incident. Incident #1 February 5, 2003 at about 8 pm I was driving the Range Rover, heading home when the first problems arouse. The Range Rover was over heating. I noticed the temperature gauge read hot. Then the steering became very hard. When I pulled over, I noticed the Range Rover started smoking from under the hood. …
1998 Land Rover Range Rover engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.0L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 4WD/AWD | 11 / 15 / 13 |
| 4.6L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 4WD/AWD | 11 / 15 / 13 |
EPA ratings. Class: SUV.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 1998 Land Rover Range Rover a good car?
Based on 24 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 1998 Range Rover rates average: about as many complaints as a typical year of the Range Rover 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 1998 Land Rover Range Rover?
The fuel & propulsion system — 5 complaints, 21% of all complaints for this model year, most often about storage › tank assembly. Next are the suspension (4) and engine & cooling (3).
How many recalls does the 1998 Land Rover Range Rover have?
There are 3 recalls for the 1998 Land Rover Range Rover, the most recent from October 16, 2000 (hoses/lines/piping/fittings). 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 Range Rover?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2022, 2012 and 2011. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2017, 2023, 2016, 2003 and 2004. See the full Land Rover Range Rover years comparison.
At what mileage do 1998 Land Rover Range Rover problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 89,000 miles; 17% 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.