Land Rover Freelander Head Gasket Failure
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Still like look of car..Further advice..Will look into TDi model?????
There is no doubt that the MLS head gasket removes several modes of engine failure but it's early days and there are other things going on inside these engines. I predict that the liner dropping down and cylinder head indentation situation will continue. These cars are all going to end up in the scrapyards with failed engines even if they have MLS head gaskets fitted to them. It needs to be understood that the SLS head gasket arrangement is not a poor design of head gasket per see, it's just not suitable for the K16 engine because of other things going on inside the engine. Essentially nothing to do with the faults inside the engine have been cured, the MLS head gasket is simply more robust than the SLS one. There are quite a few things that can be done to make a failed engine serviceable. The problem here really is that no one wants or expects an engine to fail these days in the basic 'life' of the car and no one wants to spend any money on an engine repair of a car like this. As I understand it there are other problems with these cars other than the engine. Kindest regards Des Hammill
You're last comment sums this vehicle up!! I wouldn't touch a freelander again no matter what model.........i've heard different people with different models having all sorts of problems. No wonder they can't get a service booked for 6 weeks because the dealers have got so many vehicles in with problems to fix!! I bought a volvo after selling mine to an unlucky individual and have not had one problem..............a company that knows how to build a proper motor vehicle.
The K series has all but ruined the reputation of this vehicle which is a little unfair , im not denying for one minute that they dont suffer from other issues but on a whole they are no better or worse than any other vehicle i have experience of over the last 20 years . I doubt very much that i would ever recommend anyone purchasing a K series Freelander but i wouldnt have any problems in recommending a later style Td4 to anyone . My major issue with the Freelander is the amount main dealers charge to fix them due to their hourly rates , parts in general are reasonably priced but the fittment charges can be crippling . Alot of people purchase these vehicles second hand very cheaply now without any research which is always dangerous whatever make you are considering . What we forget is that this forum is used mainly by people who require advice and assistance we will in most cases here everything bad that this vehicle throws up , you will not however read of someone coming on here who thinks the vehicle is fabulous which is a real pity because believe it or not there are people out there i can assure you . ___________________ http://landroveradvice.myfastforum.org The only believers are brainwashed !!
My advice is DONT BUY ONE.
That is why i said this forum and not this thread . This thread doesnt say at the top " should i buy a Freelander " but its discussed on this thread . ___________________ http://landroveradvice.myfastforum.org The only believers are brainwashed !!
avoid the bloody thing at all costs...Have a good long look at this site! Even if the problem has been solved - which I don't believe it has - Land Rover are just a pack of arseholes, Granted, I am in Australia, but the HG problems are just as bad here, if not worse due to hot weather - no backing whatsoever from LR. They just don't want to know. I was a big LR fan having had Discos (and anyway I'm English for Chrissake!) prior but they have finished me any many others. Trust me, iTS NOT JUST THE HG! Mine had a new IRD box ($2200 with me fitting it) A new r/window motor ($870 with me fitting it) and a front bearing folded @ 80klms ($370 and you guessed it - I fitted it) Yes I am pissed off with Land Rover - BUT, If I can stop some other poor sod getting caught it is worth it - iI look after my cars- The disco had 385k on it and never missed a beat..You would be better off buying a 1965 Skoda...........
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Can somone give me some advice my Freelander 1.8 bought new and now 5 years old and only 30K miles on the clock and serviced by Landrover dealership since new. The gasket blew after about 10 minutes on the motorway and now the dealership tels me I need a new engine. Landrover have offered a derisory 25% contribution. Ridiculous when you consider no warning lights or gauges came on prior to the gasket blowing. I have done everything according to the handbook therefore surely Landrover should offer full free of charge replacement of the engine. How do I take my case to litigation or persuade Landrover to pay up ?
Ken..
I wish I had seen this site a week ago. Three weeks ago I bought a 50th anniversary FL and looking at this it is no suprise the head gasket blew two weeks later. I had it relayed to a local garage who have had head skimmed etc etc and put back together and now are saying it needs a new engine (this is not a dealership). The car has a full service history. Is it worth me contacting Land Rover do you think? Nats
In my experience Land Rover will not give you any post warranty contribution on a 8/9 yr old vehicle , you will stuggle now to get 50% on a 4/5 yr old vehicle . That shouldnt stop you from phoning them but im pretty sure of the answer sorry to say . ___________________ http://landroveradvice.myfastforum.org The only believers are brainwashed !!
Not to optimistic however, they said their 25% offer to costs reflects the age of the vehicle which is absolutely rubbish considering it is immaculate still with seat covers on and 4 recently purchased tyres,etc. After I contribute app. £2500 to the cost of a new engine I expect the resale value will only be about that if come to sell it.What really annoys me is that LR could have advised owners there may me a problem at 30K and then it gives you the option to trade it in or sell it. Keeping quiet about a known problem is disgraceful and potentially dangerous. The car died on me on the motorway and could have caused an accident. Apart from all the inconvenience of having to abandon a planned holiday for my birthday! Anyway will keep my fingers crossed on Tues. Will contact Watchdog if they do not substantially improve their offer. Cheers.
Let me know of the outcome!
thanks for the reply Ken
If you dont ask you dont get. good luck Ken
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