Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2016 Land Rover Range Rover owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
The contact owns a 2016 Land Rover Range Rover. The contact stated that the radio was making a static sound and was intermittently inoperable. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the sunroof drain hole was rusted and caused water to leak internally through the sides of the vehicle and underneath the seats and the carpet, which damaged the amplifier. The dealer replaced the amplifier, drained the water out of the vehicle and installed silicone on the sunroof. The vehicle was temporarily repaired and was deemed salvaged by the insurance company due to the water damage. The contact was in the process of obtaining a salvaged title for the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. …
The contact owns a 2016 Land Rover Range Rover. The contact stated that while driving 35 MPH, after driving over a small bump in the roadway the contact briefly lost control of vehicle and lightly grazed the divider. The contact then became aware that the electronic power steering was not functioning properly, requiring increased effort to maneuver the vehicle. The contact was able to regain control of the vehicle and safely pull over to the shoulder of the roadway. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure with the front suspension upper knuckle joint. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was then taken to the dealer but was not yet diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V840000 (Steering). …
The contact owns a 2016 Land Rover Range Rover. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact noticed a thumping sound coming from underneath the vehicle on the front driver's side. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with a faulty suspension. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was advised to take the vehicle to the dealer. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the contact was informed that parts were unavailable to repair the vehicle. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle was not inspected by the dealer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V840000 (Steering) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. …
The contact owns a 2016 Land Rover Range Rover. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from the front end of the vehicle. The contact also stated that the vehicle became difficult to control. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the front suspension upper knuckle joint had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired, and the dealer confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V840000 (Steering); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 42,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
The contact owns a 2016 Land Rover Range Rover. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact heard a loud clanking sound coming from underneath the vehicle. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed that both sides of the suspension arms had fractured. The contact received notification of the NHTSA Campaign to Number: 24V840000 (Steering); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 61,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
The contact owns a 2016 Land Rover Range Rover. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was difficult to control and felt as if the vehicle was floating. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V514000 (Steering); however, the part to complete the recall repair was not yet available. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the front suspension had failed and needed to be replaced. The contact was also informed that the dealer's system had been hacked. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000. The VIN was not available.
The contact owns a 2016 Land Rover Range Rover. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and occupied or while driving at undisclosed speeds, the message "Suspension Fault - Pull Over and Stop Engine" was displayed. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the system was down, but offered no additional assistance. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V514000 (STEERING). The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded as a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 100,000.
The contact owns a 2016 Land Rover Range Rover. The contact became aware that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V514000 (Steering); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the front suspension made an abnormal sound while driving over a bump in the roadway, while depressing the brake pedal, or while turning. The sound became louder over time. The dealer was contacted and confirmed that the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 130,300.
The contact owns a 2016 Land Rover Range Rover. The contact stated that while driving, the vehicle was shaking abnormally and was wobbling on the passenger's side. The failure had occurred while attempting to make a turn. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V514000 (Steering); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that several other dealers were contacted. The dealers confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 51,000.
The contact owns a 2016 Land Rover Range Rover. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the "Suspension Fault" error message displayed. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V840000 (Steering); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 104,926. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Related recalls
Steering › Linkages › Knuckle › Spindle › Arm
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Range Rover vehicles. The front suspension knuckles may have been replaced with incorrect parts during a prior recall remedy repair.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front suspension knuckles, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 30, 2026. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 1-800-637-6837.
Steering › Linkages › Knuckle › Spindle › Arm
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Range Rover and Range Rover Sport vehicles. The front suspension upper knuckle joint may crack, which can result in suspension arm detachment.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the front suspension knuckles and install a retaining bracket or replace the knuckle, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 11, 2026.
Steering › Linkages › Knuckle › Spindle › Arm
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Range Rover vehicles. The front suspension upper knuckle joint may crack, which can result in suspension arm detachment.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the front suspension knuckles and install a retaining bracket or replace the knuckle, as necessary, free of charge.
NHTSA investigations
Front Steering Knuckle Fractures
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) is upgrading its Preliminary Evaluation (PE25006) of front steering knuckle fractures on model year (MY) 2014 through 2017 Range Rover Sport vehicles to an Engineering Analysis. ODI opened PE25006 on June 27, 2025, after receiving 12 Vehicle Owner's Questionnaire (VOQ) reports of the front aluminum steering knuckles fracturing in these vehicles.
Front Steering Knuckle Fractures
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) is upgrading its Preliminary Evaluation (PE25006) of front steering knuckle fractures on model year (MY) 2014 through 2017 Range Rover Sport vehicles to an Engineering Analysis. ODI opened PE25006 on June 27, 2025, after receiving 12 Vehicle Owner's Questionnaire (VOQ) reports of the front aluminum steering knuckles fracturing in these vehicles.
Steering complaints in other Range Rover years
Frequently asked questions
How common are steering problems on the 2016 Land Rover Range Rover?
NHTSA has 32 complaints about the steering of the 2016 Land Rover Range Rover, 41% of the model year's 79 complaints.
Is there a recall for 2016 Land Rover Range Rover steering problems?
Yes — NHTSA recall 26V-527 (arm, Aug 13, 2026); NHTSA recall 25V-514 (arm, Aug 8, 2025); NHTSA recall 24V-840 (arm, Nov 7, 2024). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
At what mileage do 2016 Land Rover Range Rover steering problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 103,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 3 crashes, 0 fires and 0 injuries to steering problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
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.