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Common Problems with the
2005–2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport Mk1 (L320)

We've identified 4 known issues that can affect the 2005–2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport Mk1 (L320). 1 of these are serious faults that could be expensive to repair.

4
Known Issues
1
Serious
3
Moderate
0
Minor

All Known Issues

TDV6/SDV6 Crankshaft Failure

SeriousEngine

Catastrophic crankshaft or bearing failure on the 2.7 and 3.0 diesel engines, often occurring without warning and requiring a complete engine replacement.

Most affected: 2.7 TDV6, 3.0 TDV6, 3.0 SDV6

Estimated cost: £5,000–£10,000Affects: 2005–2013Often appears around: 70,000–130,000 miles

Typical symptoms

  • •Sudden engine seizure
  • •Deep knocking noise
  • •Low oil pressure warning

What to inspect before you buy

  • ✓Service record consistency
  • ✓Oil change frequency
  • ✓Metallic glitter in oil filter

Dynamic Response Leaks

ModerateSuspension & Chassis

The active anti-roll bars leak fluid from the actuators, which is an expensive fix.

Most affected: V8 models, Higher trims

Estimated cost: £800–£1,500Affects: 2005–2013Often appears around: 60k-100k miles

Typical symptoms

  • •Fluid leak
  • •Suspension warning light

What to inspect before you buy

  • ✓Visual inspection of ARB actuators

Air Suspension and EPB Failures

ModerateSuspension & Chassis

Air suspension bags leak and compressors fail. The electronic parking brake actuator seizes causing screeching or rear wheels locking on.

Most affected: All models

Estimated cost: £400–£1,500Affects: 2005–2013Often appears around: 60,000–100,000 miles

Typical symptoms

  • •Vehicle leaning overnight
  • •EPB screeching
  • •Parking brake fault message
  • •Limp suspension mode

What to inspect before you buy

  • ✓Ride height overnight
  • ✓EPB operation
  • ✓Air bag visual inspection

Front Lower Arm and Suspension Wear

ModerateSuspension & Chassis

Front lower control arm bushes wear quickly on UK roads, causing clonking noises. Drop links and anti-roll bar bushes also wear, leading to vague steering.

Most affected: All models

Estimated cost: £300–£700Affects: 2005–2013Often appears around: 50,000–80,000 miles

Typical symptoms

  • •Clonking over bumps
  • •Knocking under braking
  • •Vague steering feel

What to inspect before you buy

  • ✓Front lower arm bushes
  • ✓Drop link condition
  • ✓ARB bush play

Buying Tips for the 2005 Land Rover Range Rover Sport Mk1 (L320)

  • ✓Listen for bottom-end knocks on TDV6/SDV6 engines
  • ✓Check air suspension and EPB operation
  • ✓Verify Dynamic Response (active anti-roll bars) isn't leaking
  • ✓Inspect front lower arm bushes

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