2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport engine problems
13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport — 17% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Shortly after purchase of the vehicle on November 26, 2021, the vehicle began experiencing repeated DEF (Diesel Exhaust Fluid), SCR, and DPF system failures, accompanied by dashboard warning indicators, drivability instability, reduced power warnings, and eventual shutdown conditions. The most…”
filed May 31, 2026
“The contact owns a 2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact stated that there was a slight shaking coming from the steering while driving at various speeds. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact was concerned about driving the vehicle. The contact received notification…”
filed Apr 20, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
Engine Will Crank, No Start When At Operating Temperature
SSM76317ATT - 28APR25 · Other · issued Apr 28, 2025Engine Will Crank, No Start When At Operating Temperature
SSM76317 - 28APR25 · Other · issued Apr 28, 2025
Engine problems in other Range Rover Sport years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 Range Rover Sport | 10 | 43% |
| 2020 Range Rover Sport | 9 | 23% |
| 2019 Range Rover Sport | 8 | 36% |
| 2018 Range Rover Sport | 15 | 47% |
| 2017 Range Rover Sport | 7 | 12% |
| 2015 Range Rover Sport | 11 | 21% |
| 2014 Range Rover Sport | 11 | 26% |
| 2013 Range Rover Sport | 3 | 9% |
| 2012 Range Rover Sport | 12 | 39% |
| 2011 Range Rover Sport | 8 | 13% |
| 2010 Range Rover Sport | 3 | 7% |
| 2006 Range Rover Sport | 1 | 4% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.