Model year guide

1999 Land Rover Range Rover

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 7 on record.

1999 Land Rover Range Rover — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

1999 Land Rover Range Rover at a glance

Safety recalls5
Owner complaints30
Combined13 mpg
Typical price$1,390

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

1999 Land Rover Range Rover recalls 5

Vehicle Speed Control NHTSA Campaign #00V329000 · 16/10/2000

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THE CAST ALLOY THROTTLE BODY IS HEATED BY FLUID BLED FROM THE COOLING SYSTEM, TO PREVENT ICING IN EXTREMELY COLD WEATHER CONDITIONS. THIS FLUID PASSES THROUGH A SMALL ATTACHMENT (PLATE) TO THE THROTTLE BODY, WHICH UTILIZES A CORK GASKET. THE CORK GASKET HAS PROVEN TO BE UNRELIABLE IN THIS APPLICATION. CONSEQUENTLY, COOLANT FLUID CAN LEAK FROM THE INTERFACE BETWEEN …

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE THROTTLE BODY GASKET, DE-ICER ATTACHMENT, AND SECURING HARDWARE.

Engine And Engine Cooling:cooling System:hoses/lines/piping/fittings NHTSA Campaign #00V328000 · 16/10/2000

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. COOLANT SYSTEM LEAKS HAVE BEEN IDENTIFIED IN AREAS WHERE THE COOLANT COULD BE SUBJECTED TO ELEVATED TEMPERATURES.

Fix: DEALERS WILL MAKE A SERIES OF MODIFICATIONS TO SEVERAL UNDERHOOD HOSE COMPONENTS TO ELIMINATE THE RELEASE OF ENGINE COOLANT.

Power Train:automatic Transmission NHTSA Campaign #00V377000 · 16/11/2000

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 114, "THEFT PROTECTION." WATER CONTAMINATION OF THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OIL CAN LEAD TO VARIOUS FAILURE MODES OF THE TRANSMISSION. ONE OF THESE FAILURE MODELS RESULTS IN INCORRECT OPERATION OF THE PARK LOCK FUNCTION THAT COULD ALLOW A VEHICLE TO ROLL AWAY IF PARKED WITHOUT THE HANDBRAKE PROPERLY SET.

Fix: DEALERS WILL CHECK THE PARK LOCK FUNCTION; REPOSITION THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION BREATHER TUBE; AND TEST THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID AND FLUSH IF NECESSARY.

Electronic Stability Control:automatic (asc) NHTSA Campaign #00V142001 · 16/10/2000

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THE LOADING CONDITIONS ON THE VEHICLE'S LEFT SIDE ENGINE IDLER PULLEY CAN EXCEED THE MAXIMUM CALCULATED FIGURE OF THE ORIGINAL DESIGN SPECIFICATION. THE MATERIAL OF THE PULLEY CAN FRACTURE AND ULTIMATELY FAIL. FAILURE OF THE PULLEY MATERIAL CAN CAUSE THE PULLEY TO THROW OFF THE SERPENTINE BELT.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSTALL AN IMPROVED IDLER PULLEY.

Engine And Engine Cooling NHTSA Campaign #99V007000 · 19/01/1999

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.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE TRANSMISSION BREATHER TUBE FROM THE INNER FENDER AND A SECTION OF THE HOSE WILL BE CUT AT AN ANGLE. THIS ACTION WILL REMOVE THE END OF THE BREATHER TUBE FROM ANY POOLED WATER AND WILL ELIMINATE WATER DROPLETS FROM CLINGING TO THE END OF THE TUBE.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

1999 Land Rover Range Rover common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 30 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Hydraulic
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Tires
Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.
Air Bags
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.

1999 Land Rover Range Rover MPG & running costs

Combined13 mpg
City12 mpg
Highway15 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$5,850

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 1999 Land Rover Range Rover worth?

Low
$600
Typical price
$1,390
High
$3,300

From 5 comparable 1999 Land Rover Range Rover listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1999 Land Rover Range Rover costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$29,250
Fuel only$29,250
Per mile$0.39

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

1999 Land Rover Range Rover trims & engines on record

Trims
4.6 HSE · 4.0 S
Engines
4.6L 8-cyl · 4.0L 8-cyl

1999 Land Rover Range Rover vehicles on record

Other Land Rover Range Rover model years

1999 Land Rover Range Rover — frequently asked questions

Does the 1999 Land Rover Range Rover have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 1999 Land Rover Range Rover?

Based on 30 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are power train, engine and engine cooling, service brakes.

What gas mileage does the 1999 Land Rover Range Rover get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 1999 Land Rover Range Rover at about 13 mpg combined (12 city / 15 highway).

How much is a 1999 Land Rover Range Rover worth?

Comparable 1999 Land Rover Range Rover listings run roughly $600–$3,300, typically around $1,390 (from 5 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.