Land Rover2020–2021

Range Rover 5.0 P525: Common faults & known problems

Common faults & known problems

1 known fault documented in workshop bulletins. Of these, one concerns the body and trim. Symptoms, causes, repair steps and part numbers are shown where supplied.

Body & trim

1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.

Poor performance of heated seats

Overview

Affects
All models with heated seats, 2019→.
Remedy
Software update

Cause

AC control module software fault.

Repair

  1. Carry out electrical, mechanical and component tests (as applicable) to eliminate any other possible cause(s).
  2. If no fault(s) found: Re-program AC control module with upgraded software. Note: To carry out an effective repair a software upgrade will be required - refer to manufacturer.

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 1.

Glossary

Technical terms used in this guide.

AC
Air conditioning — the system that cools the cabin
Control Module
A control unit for one of the vehicle's systems (engine, gearbox, brakes, body, and so on)
Re-Program
Update the software on a control module using the manufacturer's diagnostic tool

Frequently asked questions

What are the common faults with the Land Rover Range Rover 5.0 P525?

This guide contains one workshop bulletin for the Land Rover Range Rover 5.0 P525. Of these, one concerns the body and trim. Symptoms, causes, repair steps and part numbers are shown where supplied.

Does every Land Rover Range Rover 5.0 P525 have these faults?

No. These are patterns documented across the model by workshops, not predictions for an individual vehicle. Where a fault applies only to certain vehicles or VIN ranges, that is listed with the fault.

Can I check for Land Rover Range Rover 5.0 P525 faults myself?

Many of them. The documented symptoms can be seen, heard or felt during a test drive.

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