4.5

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
24,867 miles

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problem #3

Jan 182008

Freelander 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Have had multiple problems with vehicle with replacements needed for the following items: Sunroof assembly, brakes and rotors twice, coolant tank, coolant tank lid, intake manifold assembly, wiper switch, 2 vacuum hoses, window regulator, sunroof drain tubes and headliner. Now, despite maintaining the recommended service schedule, we are going to have to have the engine replaced at 67K miles. The coolant is leaking into the oil and after having the head gaskets replaced and a cooler part replaced, the dealer now believes that there is a crack in the sleeve. There apparently is a back order on replacement engines so I will have to cough up $$$ to keep the oil drained and coolant filled until one is available. Why should a $35,000 vehicle need an engine replaced at 67K miles?

- Albuquerque, NM, USA

problem #2

Dec 072005

Freelander 4WD 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 41,000 miles
: the contact stated the vehicle's brakes overheated. The ABS warning light illuminates to make the driver aware of the problem. When the brakes were pressed at normal speeds, there was a slight chirping noise. The vehicle was taken to a service dealer but the dealer could not replicate the problem.

- Carolina, PR, USA

problem #1

Oct 202003

Freelander

  • Automatic transmission
  • 33,600 miles
When applying brakes at normal conditions ABS light came on intermittently, and there was extended stopping distance. Dealer stated braking system was defective but they could do nothing about it. Also, automatic transmission failed.

- Chino Hills, CA, USA