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2006–2014 Land Rover Freelander · common fault repair costs

What the known faults on this Land Rover Freelander typically cost to put right at a UK independent garage · use the figures to price risk before you bid, and to justify a reduction when something shows up on inspection.

Cost at a glance

Most expensive fault
£750–£2,200
Top three risks, from
£1,450
Worst case, everything
£7,700

The single priciest documented job on the 2006–2014 Land Rover Freelander is turbocharger replacement at £750–£2,200. Few cars need every repair listed here · treat £1,900£7,700 as the full exposure if one arrived with all of them.

Cost per fault

EngineHigh

2.2 TD4 injector and turbo problems

Turbocharger replacement£750–£2,200

Inspect · Look for smoke on start-up and check for injector replacement history

TransmissionHigh

Rear differential and Haldex coupling failure from missed fluid changes

Driveline / differential repair£450–£1,800

Inspect · Listen for whine on a steady 40mph run and check for Haldex service records

BodyworkMedium

Water leaks into the boot and footwells from blocked drains

Body & corrosion repair£250–£1,800

Inspect · Lift the boot floor and carpets and feel for damp

SuspensionMedium

Rear bushes and lower arms worn on UK roads

Suspension refresh (per axle)£250–£1,100

Inspect · Check for knocks over bumps and uneven rear tyre wear

ElectricalMedium

Parking brake module faults and dash warning lights

Brakes (discs, pads, caliper)£200–£800

Inspect · Apply and release the electronic parking brake several times

Ranges are indicative parts-and-labour costs at a UK independent garage, inclusive of VAT. Franchised dealers typically sit 40–80% higher, and prestige or electrified variants sit at the top of each band. Always get a written quote before committing.

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