2009 Land Rover LR3 V8
SALAC25429A510224
Vehicle history report for the 2009 Land Rover LR3 V8 (VIN SALAC25429A510224). Black. 107,642 mi reported. Registered in Mi. No open recalls. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
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At a glance
Vehicle identity & specifications
MPG & running costs
Official U.S. EPA fuel-economy estimates for the 2009 Land Rover LR3.
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. EPA estimates for this year/make/model; actual mileage varies by trim and driving conditions.
Full vehicle history report
What a full report checks for VIN SALAC25429A510224
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Safety recalls None found
No open NHTSA recall campaigns were found for this 2009 Land Rover LR3.
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Common problems & what to inspect
Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2009 Land Rover LR3, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.
🔍 Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
🔍 Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
🔍 Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
🔍 Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
Owner complaints 3
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2009 Land Rover LR3.
SUSPENSION,AIR BAGS
Shortly after purchase the dash board begain to display warning lights. Then suspension warnings. The pump for the air bag suspension stopped working. The cars ride height was bellow the bumpers & seemingly had no shock activity. I stoped driving it because it said i could cause extensive damage if it continued to be on the road. I replaced the pump/compress…
NHTSA ODI #11695623STRUCTURE
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 LAND ROVER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT DURING INCLEMENT WEATHER, WATER WOULD ENTER THE CABIN OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CARPET WAS SOAKED. THE CONTACT WAS UNAWARE OF THE WHERE THE WATER WAS ENTERING THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT WAS ALSO CONCERNED THAT ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS IN THE VEHICLE COULD BE AFFECTED BY WATER INTRUSION…
NHTSA ODI #11308145POWER TRAIN
2009 LAND ROVER LR3. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE TRANSMISSION ISSUES. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT COME OUT OF FIRST GEAR. ACCORDING TO THE REPAIR INVOICE, THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE TECHNICIAN FOUND BROKEN BOLTS IN THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD. *JB
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Frequently asked questions
Can I find out who owns this vehicle from the VIN?
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Is the VIN SALAC25429A510224 valid?
SALAC25429A510224 is a structurally valid 17-character VIN with a correct ISO 3779 check digit, assigned to a manufacturer in United Kingdom. It decodes to the 2009 Land Rover LR3.
Does the 2009 Land Rover LR3 have any open safety recalls?
No open NHTSA safety-recall campaigns were found for the 2009 Land Rover LR3. CarLogs checks this against official NHTSA data on every lookup.
What fuel economy does the 2009 Land Rover LR3 get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2009 Land Rover LR3 at about 14 mpg combined (12 city / 17 highway).
Data last checked 16 Jul 2026 · Sources: NHTSA (recalls & complaints), U.S. EPA (fuel economy), NHTSA vPIC (specifications). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.