Model year guide

2008 Land Rover LR3

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2008 Land Rover LR3 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 38 on record.

2008 Land Rover LR3 at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints8
Combined14 mpg
Typical price$14,612

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2008 Land Rover LR3 recalls 1

Equipment NHTSA Campaign #07E047000 · 03/07/2007

CERTAIN AFTERMARKET THULE HITCH STYLE BICYCLE RACKS WITH FOLD DOWN STYLE BIKE ARMS. A PINCH BOLT EXISTS BETWEEN THE BIKE ARM BRACKET AND THE UPRIGHT ASSEMBLY OF THE HITCH STYLE BICYCLE RACK.

Fix: THULE WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND PROVIDE A REPAIR KIT AND INSTRUCTIONS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 20, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT THULE AT 800-THULE91 (800-848-5391). NOTES: LAND ROVER PURCHASED SOME OF THESE BIKE RACKS FOR USE ON THEIR LR3 AND RANGE ROVER SPORT VEHICLES, PART NO. LRNAPB…

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 5 Oct 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2008 Land Rover LR3 common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Visibility/wiper
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.

2008 Land Rover LR3 MPG & running costs

Combined14 mpg
City12 mpg
Highway17 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,800

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

What's a 2008 Land Rover LR3 worth?

Low
$11,500
Typical price
$14,612
High
$18,900

From 38 comparable 2008 Land Rover LR3 listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2008 Land Rover LR3 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$24,000
Depreciation (5 yrs)$13,150
Total$37,150
Per mile$0.50

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($14,612) with the same model 3 model-years older ($6,346), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2008 Land Rover LR3 trims & engines on record

Trims
V8 SE · V8 HSE
Engines
4.4L 8-cyl

2008 Land Rover LR3 vehicles on record

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Other Land Rover LR3 model years

2009 2007 2006 2005

2008 Land Rover LR3 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2008 Land Rover LR3 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2008 Land Rover LR3. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Land Rover LR3?

Across all 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are suspension, fuel/propulsion system, engine.

What gas mileage does the 2008 Land Rover LR3 get?

The 2008 Land Rover LR3 has a U.S. EPA estimate of 14 mpg combined (12 city / 17 highway).

How much is a 2008 Land Rover LR3 worth?

Comparable 2008 Land Rover LR3 listings run roughly $11,500–$18,900, typically around $14,612 (from 38 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.