After the rear differential noise getting increasingly louder for the last 6 months or so, I finally bit the bullet and got it replaced. The dealer estimate was $3400, and when I picked it up the next day the total was $2950. Hopefully this will buy me another couple years before I get something new. From what I've read, I was probably lucky to make it to 99k miles before replacing the rear diff. I'd love to see 150k without doing it again!
I just purchased a 2011 model with low mileage from a dealership. 3 different times I've turned off the vehicle in my garage and have heard a humming noise coming from the right wheel tire. I've also noticed a bit of lurching when I accelerate sometimes. Sounds to me similar to all of your issues? Am I reading this right?
I just purchased a 2011 model with low mileage from a dealership. 3 different times I've turned off the vehicle in my garage and have heard a humming noise coming from the right wheel tire. I've also noticed a bit of lurching when I accelerate sometimes. Sounds to me similar to all of your issues? Am I reading this right?
Mine has had the "after shut off" humming for 4 years, I'm sure its nothing to worry about (and has nothing to do with the rear differential, you would have to be moving for it to be related). Likely something to do with the fuel delivery system and emissions controls.
I just purchased a 2011 model with low mileage from a dealership. 3 different times I've turned off the vehicle in my garage and have heard a humming noise coming from the right wheel tire. I've also noticed a bit of lurching when I accelerate sometimes. Sounds to me similar to all of your issues? Am I reading this right?
I have just joined the club of defective rear diff owners. 46,000 miles and it sounds aweful. I called the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to file a complaint after reading the posts on this forum. This is what sets a recall investigation in motion. The person that I talked to there said that he only sees one other complaint filed about this problem. Everyone who has this problem needs to file a complaint if a recall is even a possibility. I also called Land Rover North America because my warrenty is up. They also started a case number for me and said that I will be contacted by a Land Rover Rep on Tuesday. I don't expect to get anywhere with them after reading the posts here. My local Land Rover Dealer that I called told me that they have replaced quite a few of the rear diff's. Nothing will happen unless everyone with this problem makes an effort to file a complaint. Land Rover knows that they have a problem but they are not going to do anything unless they are forced to.
Mark it dude, I too, am in the club. Whining noise from rear end began about a year ago on 08 LR2 with about 70k. Let it ride for past year and finally had it diagnosed in Encino, CA. Advisor stated there we no recalls and no bulletins regarding this issue but he stated they "have seen some rear diff repairs." After they looked at the vehicle he presented two options, try to rebuild/repair the rear diff for $1600 or replace for $3100. My gut is those estimates are overly optimistic. He never mentioned anything about pinion bearing but I would bet that is the issue based upon what I read here.
Does anyone here have an opinion on what will happen if I DONT do the repair and just let the whining noise continue? It occurs only in 1st gear while starting and stopping, it is sort of a spin up/spin down whine if that makes sense. No other noticeable issues while driving, just that noise.
Anyway, this (and a slew of other ridiculously expensive repairs such as a $600 trunk latch replacement) just reinforces the fact that I wont be purchasing any more Land Rovers. Prefer something I can take to my local competent mechanic to get fixed for a fair price.
I opted to attempt a rebuild, mistake. They replaced the pinion bearing and serviced other parts and fluids. Upon a road test the noise still persisted and the service advisor advised me that there could be a problem with the gears that could eventually lead to a lock-up of the rear differential, recommending a complete replacement of the unit. Aside from the exorbitant compounding costs to rebuild and now REPLACE the unit, this sounds like a potential serious safety issue to me and LR appears to be taking NO responsibility.
I filed a complaint through the NHTSA website and also through the BBB. What else can one do, right? I haven't contacted LR North America yet, but I'm guessing that will be a complete waste of time.
I own a 2009 LR2, 54,000 miles. I bought it as a new car from the dealer with around 10 thousand miles on it. I was just told my rear differential has failed and I need to replace it. Of course my warranty ran out in Nov of last year. The dealer doesn't want anything to do with this. They will quote me to fix, but that's it. I've contacted Landrover to open a case. Does anyone have any suggestions for me?
I see there are a lot of problems with this issue. I'm wondering what other steps I should take?
Can anyone confirm that a law suit has in fact in place on this issue?
Any information would be greatly appreciated
National Highway Traffic Safety Adminstration (NHTSA)
I would really like to stress the importance, and encourage those who have experienced the rear differential failure to file a vehicle safety complaint on the NHTSA site.
This type of mechanical failure can cause accidents.
Below is an article with an example of differential failures on the Dodge Ram. In this situation, the NHTSA is investigating 1500 cases.
Thus the importance for everyone issue a report. The article states: "The NHTSA opened the investigation of these Dodge Ram 1500 models after receiving 12 complaints of the rear differential failing and locking up - which then prevented the rear wheels from turning.”
Please take the time to complete the “Vehicle Complaint”.
The more reports to the NHTSA, the more apt they are to investigate this issue. The link for the report is as follows: https://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/ivoq/index.cfm
My LR2 has 26,000 miles on it...but I have the 100k extended warranty (it is a LandRover) .. Dealer now replacing the bearing, replacing my radio - the AM died, fixing the LR2 seat wiggle, and regluing the gasket around the drivers door. It will cost a $125 diagnostic fee, $100 deductable and $65 for the seat wiggle...I have had no other issues with it to date and actually like the LR2 more than I thought I would...
Thank you all for the help and advice ...
Question. I have a 2009 LR2 with the seat wiggle problem. It was fixed a while ago. Now, at 52K miles, I am told that the "seat base" is bad/worn and to fix the problem will cost $1,400. Has anyone else encountered this problem? Is this a safety issue if the car were to get into an accident?
Also, is my rear differential about to go? What should I be looking for?
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