Recalls (3)
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 1990 Land Rover Range Rover. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗FUEL:FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY:TANK
- Summary
- THE BOTTOM OF THE FUEL TANK CAN CORRODE OVER TIME ALLOWING FUEL TO LEAK.
- Consequence
- FUEL LEAKAGE CAN OCCUR INCREASING THE POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE FIRE.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FUEL TANK AND REPLACE THE TANK IF NEEDED.
BRAKES:HYDRAULIC:SWITCH:BRAKE LIGHT
- Summary
- THE ELECTRICAL SWITCH ADJACENT TO THE BRAKE PEDAL WHICH OPERATES THE BRAKE LAMPS MAY FAIL TO OPERATE.
- Consequence
- THE BRAKE LAMPS MAY FAIL TO WORK WHEN BRAKES ARE APPLIED,INCREASING THE RISK OF REAR-END COLLISION.
- Remedy
- REPLACE THE BRAKE LAMP SWITCH WITH AN IMPROVED VERSION.
BRAKES:HYDRAULIC:LINES:METALLIC
- Summary
- THE RIGHT REAR METAL BRAKE LINE COULD COME IN CONTACT WITH THE TOP OF THE RIGHT REAR SHOCK ABSORBER. THIS COULD LEAD TO AN EVENTUAL FLUID LEAK IN ONE OF THE TWO BRAKE CIRCUITS.
- Consequence
- THE LEAK OF FLUID FROM THE REAR METAL BRAKE LINE COULDCAUSE REDUCED BRAKING EFFECTIVENESS AND INCREASE STOPPING DISTANCE.
- Remedy
- REROUTE REAR METAL BRAKE LINES TO AVOID CONTACT WITH THE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER, AND REPLACE BRAKE LINES THAT HAVE CONTACTED THE SHOCK ABSORBERS.
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Owner complaints (13)
13 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The engine and engine cooling is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 13 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and engine cooling | 4 | 30.8% |
| Fuel system | 3 | 23.1% |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 7.7% |
| Service brakes | 1 | 7.7% |
| Steering | 1 | 7.7% |
| Suspension | 1 | 7.7% |
| Tires | 1 | 7.7% |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 7.7% |
How 1990 compares with other Range Rover years
Best and worst Range Rover years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 1987 | 3 | 6 |
| 1988 | 2 | 5 |
| 1989 | 5 | 1 |
| 1990 | 13 | 3 |
| 1992 | 6 | 0 |
| 1993 | 8 | 0 |
| 1994 | 10 | 0 |
| 1995 | 25 | 7 |
| 1996 | 35 | 3 |
| 1997 | 21 | 3 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 13 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $6,300
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 684 g/mi
- EPA class
- Special Purpose Vehicles
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 13 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.9 L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 11 / 15 / 13 | $6,300 | 684 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 1990 Range Rover for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
1990 Land Rover Range Rover FAQ
How many recalls does the 1990 Land Rover Range Rover have?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns: 95V155000 (fuel system), 91V222000 (brake), 91V069000 (brake). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 1990 Land Rover Range Rover problems?
Owners filed 13 complaints with NHTSA. Engine and engine cooling (4), Fuel system (3), Exterior lighting (1) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 1990 Land Rover Range Rover get?
EPA rates the 3.9 L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic version at 11 city, 15 highway and 13 combined mpg.
How does the 1990 Range Rover compare with other years?
Among the 1987–1997 Land Rover Range Rover model years at least five years old, the 1988 drew the fewest complaints (2) and the 1996 the most (35). The 1990 drew 13. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.