Recalls (3)
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 1997 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 ↗LAND ROVER/COOLANT LEAK
- Summary
- VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. COOLANT SYSTEM LEAKS HAVE BEEN IDENTIFIED IN AREAS WHERE THE COOLANT COULD BE SUBJECTED TO ELEVATED TEMPERATURES.
- Consequence
- CONSEQUENTLY, THE FLUID COULD IGNITE CAUSING AN UNDER-HOOD FIRE.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL MAKE A SERIES OF MODIFICATIONS TO SEVERAL UNDERHOOD HOSE COMPONENTS TO ELIMINATE THE RELEASE OF ENGINE COOLANT.
LAND ROVER/UNDERHOOD FIRES
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- THIS LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, CAN RESULT IN AN UNDERHOOD FIRE.
- Remedy
- 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.
LAND ROVER/UNDERHOOD FIRE
- Summary
- VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. CERTAIN UNDERHOOD HOSE AND TUBING COMPONENTS CAN FAIL ALLOWING FLUID TO LEAK, SUCH AS ENGINE COOLANT, WINDSHIELD WIPER FLUID, AND AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID.
- Consequence
- THIS LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, CAN RESULT IN AN UNDERHOOD FIRE.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL INSPECT THESE VEHICLES AND REPLACE THESE COMPONENTS. NOTE THAT NOT ALL COMPONENTS WILL NEED TO BE REPLACED.
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Owner complaints (21)
21 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 21 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and engine cooling | 5 | 23.8% |
| Electrical system | 2 | 9.5% |
| Engine | 2 | 9.5% |
| Fuel system | 2 | 9.5% |
| Seat belts | 2 | 9.5% |
| Service brakes | 2 | 9.5% |
| Tires | 2 | 9.5% |
| Visibility | 2 | 9.5% |
| Air bags | 1 | 4.8% |
| Electronic stability control | 1 | 4.8% |
How 1997 compares with other Range Rover years
Best and worst Range Rover years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 8 | 0 |
| 1994 | 10 | 0 |
| 1995 | 25 | 7 |
| 1996 | 35 | 3 |
| 1997 | 21 | 3 |
| 1998 | 24 | 3 |
| 1999 | 29 | 5 |
| 2000 | 26 | 3 |
| 2001 | 7 | 1 |
| 2002 | 14 | 0 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 11 / 16 / 13 | $6,300 | 684 |
| 4.6 L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 11 / 15 / 12 | $6,850 | 741 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 1997 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
1997 Land Rover Range Rover FAQ
How many recalls does the 1997 Land Rover Range Rover have?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns: 00V328000 (engine), 99V007000 (engine), 98V149000 (engine). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 1997 Land Rover Range Rover problems?
Owners filed 21 complaints with NHTSA. Engine and engine cooling (5), Electrical system (2), Engine (2) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 1997 Land Rover Range Rover get?
EPA rates the 4 L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic version at 11 city, 16 highway and 13 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 1997 Range Rover compare with other years?
Among the 1993–2002 Land Rover Range Rover model years at least five years old, the 2001 drew the fewest complaints (7) and the 1996 the most (35). The 1997 drew 21. 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.