2002 Land Rover Freelander latches/locks/linkages problems
11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the latches/locks/linkages on the 2002 Land Rover Freelander — 5% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Freelander 2002 has had many defects. The transmission failed at approx. 50k miles & was replaced. Power windows failed. A/c hose cracked & repaired. Manifold replaced. Exterior brake lights have been replaced. Electrical power to passenger door lock system have been replaced. Now, at 70k miles the…”
filed Dec 29, 2010
“1 numerous problems over several years, including (but not limited to) sudden loss of coolant and oil. And yesterday, a strong smell of hot oil, and sudden squealing from right, front wheel. 2 complete loss of engine power. Vehicle is no longer drivable. 3 contacted landrover. *tr”
filed Nov 15, 2010
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- ON CERTAIN FIVE DOOR SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, IT IS POSSIBLE TO OPERATE THE INTERIOR DOOR…Campaign 05V300000 · Jun 28, 2005
Latches/locks/linkages problems in other Freelander years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 Freelander | 2 | 3% |
| 2003 Freelander | 3 | 2% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2002 Land Rover Freelander
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.