2008 Land Rover LR3 Land Rover LR3 2008

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2008 Land Rover LR3 repairs by problem area

Engine (19%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (12%)

Brakes and Traction Control (6%)

Suspension and Steering (26%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (24%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (9%)

Other (4%)

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2008 Land Rover LR3 transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (8%)

$1000 - $2499 (25%)

$500 - $999 (17%)

$100 - $499 (17%)

< $100 (33%)

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Chart based on 12 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2008 Land Rover LR3 4dr SUV

turbocharged 190hp 2.7L V6 Diesel 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range

175460 mi

R 300
Replace rear diff actuator 
203360 mi

R 2000
Replace gearbox and converter 

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2008 Land Rover LR3 4dr SUV

300-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range

114764 mi

US $572
Replace Transmission Sleeve 
94500 mi

US $1200
Connector Sleeve in transmission wore out, caused massive transmission fluid leak. to repair required dropping filter pan. Shop did 100K trans service at same time. 
113000 mi

US $2500
Rear bearings on differential - sent out for rebuild. Reman not available 
52000 mi Updated a part in the linkage that was making the shifter very stiff and hard to move into gear from park. 
32000 mi Experienced high-pitched whine and vibration at higher speeds. Turned out to be metal in the front diff - replaced by the dealership and front wheels realigned. Also replaced rear differential. 
93000 mi

US $600
2-3 second lag between deceleration (braking) and acceleration after the gas pedal has been depressed. 
95000 mi

US $300
Continued issue with delay between deceleration and acceleration. 
127000 mi

US $2100
Leaking from the trans cooler nipple - replaced;  
38000 mi Front differential Front differential ordered. 

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2008 Land Rover LR3 Transmission Problems

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