Model year guide

2004 Land Rover Range Rover

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 91 on record.

2004 Land Rover Range Rover — representative photo
Representative photo

2004 Land Rover Range Rover at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints101
Combined12 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2004 Land Rover Range Rover recalls 1

Power Train:driveline:driveshaft NHTSA Campaign #08V635000 · manufacturer #P041 · 03/12/2008

LAND ROVER IS RECALLING 19,168 MY 2003-2005 RANGE ROVER VEHICLES. THE FRONT DIFFERENTIAL COUPLING SLEEVE AND THE PROPELLER SHAFT MAY BE MISALIGNED, RESULTING IN SPLINE WEAR OVER A PERIOD OF TIME. AS THE WEAR BETWEEN THE PROPELLER SHAFT AND THE DIFFERENTIAL SPLINE COUPLING PROGRESSES, NOISE AND VIBRATION ARE EXPECTED.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A REVISED DESIGN OF THE PROPELLER SHAFT, THE FLANGE KIT AND HEAT SHIELD KIT. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 6, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT LAND ROVER AT 1-800- 637-6837.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2004 Land Rover Range Rover common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 101 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.
Equipment
Test all accessories — sunroof, climate, seats, electronics — for proper operation.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

2004 Land Rover Range Rover MPG & running costs

Combined12 mpg
City11 mpg
Highway15 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$6,850
EPA size classSport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
TransmissionAutomatic 5-spd
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$22,250 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2004 Land Rover Range Rover costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$34,250
Fuel only$34,250
Per mile$0.46

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.

Dimensions & weight

Length
194.9 in
Width
75.6 in
Height
73.2 in
Wheelbase
113.4 in
Curb weight
5,379 lb
Front track
60.6 in
Rear track
60.2 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2004 Land Rover Range Rover. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

NHTSA defect investigations 2

FRONT DIFF. / PROPELLER SHAFT FAILURE Closed

SUMMARY: IN A LETTER DATED DECEMBER 2, 2008, FORD MOTOR COMPANY (FORD) NOTIFIED NHTSA THAT LAND ROVER IS CONDUCTING A SAFETY RECALL OF MODEL YEAR (MY) 2003 THROUGH 2005 RANGE ROVER VEHICLES BUILT AT THE SOLIHULL (UK) ASSEMBLY PLANT FROM JANUARY 3, 2002 THROUGH FEBRUARY 22, 2005, TO REPLACE THE FRONT DRIVESHAFT JOINT (NHTSA RECALL NO. 08V-635, LAND ROVER RECALL NO. P041). THE FRONT DIFFERENTIAL COUPLING SLEEVE AND THE…

NHTSA #EA07012 · Power Train · opened Aug 2007 · closed Dec 2008

FRONT DIFFERENTIAL/DRIVESHAFT FAILURE Closed

IN RESPONSE TO AN INFORMATION REQUEST (IR) LETTER SENT BY THE OFFICE OF DEFECTS INVESTIGATION (ODI), FORD STATED THAT THE PRIMARY CAUSE FOR THE MAJORITY OF THE REPORTED FRONT DIFFERENTIAL/DRIVE SHAFT FAILURES IS A MISALIGNMENT OF THE JOINT BETWEEN THE TWO COMPONENTS. CERTAIN LEVELS OF MISALIGNMENT MAY OVER TIME CAUSE AN UNEVEN WEAR OF THE SPLINES. CONTINUED WEAR OF THE SPLINES MAY RESULT IN A SHEARING OF THE SPLINES…

NHTSA #PE07019 · Power Train · opened Apr 2007 · closed Aug 2007

An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.

Manufacturer service bulletins 62

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 62.

The steering wheel may exhibit a vibration / shimmy while driving.

Bulletin LTB00401NAS6 · Wheels, Steering, Suspension · Mar 2018

Issue: Powertrain Transmission Module Learn Adaption routine has been instated on SDD/Pathfinder.

Bulletin SSM73409 · Power Train, Electrical System · Mar 2018

The 'Service Required' warning text will not appear on the Instrument Cluster (IC) if a vehicle has reached its service point.

Bulletin SFCC_08MAR18_16 · Electrical System · Mar 2018

Presentation from Dealer Shop Foreman Conference Call

Bulletin SFCC-14SEP17 · Equipment · Sep 2017

Situation: The steering wheel may exhibit a vibration / shimmy while driving.

Bulletin LTB00401NAS5 · Steering · May 2017

"ISSUE THE WRONG COMPONENT MAYBE REPLACED WHEN TROUBLESHOOTING BLUETOOTH CONNECTIVITY IN CAR. CAUSE THE FRONT CONTROL DISPLAY INTERFACE MODULE(TOUCHSCREEN) HAS NO EFFECT ON BLUETOOTH CONNECTIVITY IN THE CAR AND AS SUCH MAY BE INCORRECTLY DIAGNOSED AND REPLACED…

Bulletin SSM72011 · Electrical System, Equipment · Oct 2015

"SITUATION: THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS MAY MAKE A SQUEAK NOISE, JUDDER, OR STREAK THE WINDSHIELD. CAUSE: THIS MAY BE CAUSED BY A BUILD-UP OF DIRT AND GREASE ON THE SURFACE OF THE WINDSHIELD GLASS."

Bulletin LTB00552NAS2 · Visibility · Sep 2015

"ISSUE: A CUSTOMER MAY REPORT A CONCERN THAT WHEN THE VEHICLE IS STARTED THERE IS NO CABIN AUDIO AT ALL FROM ANY SOURCES. IF THE NAV BUTTON IS PRESSED A 2-5 SECOND PERIOD OF AM/ FM RADIO CAN BE HEARD AND THEN RETURNS BACK TO NO AUDIO. ISSUE WILL ONLY SELF-RECO…

Bulletin SSM72323 · Equipment · Jul 2015

"ISSUE: CUSTOMER COMPLAINS OF DAMAGE/MARKING ON THE SURFACE OF THE VEHICLE’S INSTRUMENT PACK LENS. CAUSE: DAMAGE/MARKING CAUSED BY OBJECT IMPACT AGAINST THE LENS. STAINING/DISCOLORATION CONTAMINATION CAUSED BY USING ANY TYPE OF CLEANING PRODUCT ON LENS. IMPORT…

Bulletin SSM71862 · Electrical System, Equipment Adaptive/mobility, Equipment · Feb 2015

"ISSUE OVER HALF OF FAILED RADIO HEAD UNITS OR SEPARATE CD PLAYERS ARE FOUND TO HAVE BEEN LOADED WITH INCORRECT MEDIA WHICH IS NOT COMPATIBLE WITH LAND ROVER INFOTAINMENT SYSTEMS. CAUSE THIS IS TO MAKE YOU AWARE OF THE TYPES OF MEDIA THAT MAY CAUSE THE UNIT TO…

Bulletin SSM37861 · Equipment · Feb 2015

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the RANGE ROVER AWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

Canadian recalls 2

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2004 Land Rover Range Rover. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.

Powertrain

On certain vehicles, miss-alignment of the joint between the front differential coupling and the front propeller shaft can cause undue wear to the splines within the coupling. Over time, this could cause the splines to shear, resulting in a loss of drive. Loss of propulsion, in conjunction with traffic and road conditions, and the driver's reactions, could increase the risk of…

Transport Canada #2009031 · Jan 2009

Other

Certain vehicles equipped with Dynamic Stability Control may have been fitted with a yaw rate sensor that has internally delaminated, which could actuate the system incorrectly, resulting in uneven and unexpected application of the brakes. Correction: Dealers will inspect the vehicle to determine if they contain a suspect sensor and, if necessary, replace the sensor.

Transport Canada #2004414 · Nov 2004

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

About the Land Rover Range Rover

Range Rover is a 4×4 luxury marque and sub-brand of Jaguar Land Rover. The Range Rover line was launched in 1970 by British Leyland and since 2022 is in its fifth generation.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

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2004 Land Rover Range Rover — frequently asked questions

Does the 2004 Land Rover Range Rover have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2004 Land Rover Range Rover. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Land Rover Range Rover?

Across all 101 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are power train, engine and engine cooling, equipment.

What gas mileage does the 2004 Land Rover Range Rover get?

The 2004 Land Rover Range Rover has a U.S. EPA estimate of 12 mpg combined (11 city / 15 highway).

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