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2002 Land Rover Freelander

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2002 Freelander.

Body SUVTransmission Automatic 5-spd

The 2002 Land Rover Freelander is an SUV fitted with a five-speed automatic transmission and EPA fuel-economy estimates of 15/19/17 mpg. Across the 2000–2005 model years, this specific year generated 226 owner complaints—the highest tally in that window, compared with just one for 2000—and three recalls, with engine and engine cooling issues cited most frequently. That concentration of reports positions the 2002 model as the most heavily documented year for problems in this run, marking it as the critical reference point for the Freelander’s reliability history.

Model year2006 2005 2004 2003 2002

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Lug nut torque84 ft-lbsOEM · verified

EPA fuel economy15/19/17 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter LPW100230. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Tail / brake / turnLAMPOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter	LPW100230
Engine air filter	LR027408
Fuel filter	WFL000010
Spark plug	NLP100290L
Front wiper blades	DKC500130 alt DKC500140
Serpentine belt	PQS101272L
Thermostat	PEM000030
Cabin air filter	LR029773

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

Transmission

Automatic 5-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length	168.1 in
Overall width	71.3 in
Overall height	69.3 in
Wheelbase	100.8 in
Curb weight	7593 lb
Track (front / rear)	61 / 61.4 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)	57/43

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined	15 / 19 / 17 mpg
Drivetrain	4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuel	Premium Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Freelander of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

10.2 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 10.20 sec — 2002 HSE 5-door

Year	Trim / engine	0–60	¼ mile	HP	Drivetrain
2002	HSE 5-door 2.5L V6	10.20 sec	17.80 sec	174 hp	AWD
2003	SE3 3-door 2.5L V6	10.20 sec	17.70 sec	174 hp	AWD
2004	HSE 5-door 2.5L V6	10.60 sec	17.90 sec	174 hp	AWD
2004	SE3 3-door 2.5L V6	10.80 sec	17.80 sec	174 hp	AWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

Torque lug nuts to 84 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 24.0 ft-lbs.

Lubricants & capacities

Power Steering Fluid

ATF

Engine torques

Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug

24.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts	84 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Fill Plug	26.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Drain Plug	26.0 ft-lbs
Automatic Transmission Drain Plug	11.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Spark Plug Manufacturer	Land Rover
Spark Plug Type	100290
Spark Plug Gap	0.039 in
Spark Plug Torque	18.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

Refrigerant	R134a
Refrigerant Capacity	.94 lbs
Oil Group	PAG
Oil Type	46

Service checks

Intake Valve Lash	Hydraulic in
Exhaust Valve Lash	Hydraulic in

Brakes

Torque Caliper to Bracket	20 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle	74 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad Thickness	0.118 in
Minimum Shoe Thickness	0.079 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness From	0.826 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness To	0.826 in
Rotor Discard at or Under	0.708 in
Drum Runout Limit	0.0005 in

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter at 3,000 mi.

At 3,000 mi	Engine Oil (drain & refill)
At 7,500 mi	Drive Axle Assembly (drain & refill)
Every 7,500 mi	Brake Drum Assembly (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · Clutch Assembly (inspect) · Clutch Hydraulic Line (inspect)
Every 12,000 mi	Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
Every 15,000 mi	Body Latches, Locks & Hinges (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Door Stop (lubricate) · Driveshaft U-Joint (lubricate) · Power Steering System (inspect) · Radiator (inspect)
At 24,000 mi	Engine Oil (drain & refill)
Every 24,000 mi	Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Keyless Entry Remote Battery (replace)
Every 30,000 mi	Battery (inspect)
Every 36,000 mi	Brake Hydraulic System (drain, refill & bleed)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The federal record shows a dramatic escalation in reported issues for the 2002 model year, jumping from just 3 complaints in 2001 to 226 complaints in 2002. This surge coincides with an increase in Technical Service Bulletins from 11 to 32 and the introduction of 3 recalls and 1 investigation, whereas the 2000 and 2001 models had zero recalls and investigations. Specific complaint data for 2002 highlights Engine & Engine Cooling (70) and Power Train (32) as the primary categories, alongside 4 reported fire complaints. While the trend remains elevated in 2003 with 140 complaints and 5 recalls, the numbers gradually decline in 2004 and 2005, placing the 2002 model at the start of this elevated reporting arc. Although the data does not specify the root cause of these reports, the volume indicates a distinct deviation in reported issues compared to the preceding years. Consequently, the 2002 Freelander represents the highest complaint volume in this generation, making it a poor choice relative to later model years with significantly lower reported issues.

Open recalls

NHTSA campaigns

Service bulletins

Manufacturer communications

ODI investigations

Office of Defects Investigation

226

Owner complaints

4 involved a crash · 4 a fire

Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

’00 ’01’02’03 ’04 ’05

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 226 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Engine & Engine Cooling70

Power Train32

Engine & Engine Cooling,Power Train11

Service Brakes, Hydraulic8

Exterior Lighting6

Engine5

Electrical System5

Engine & Engine Cooling,Power Train,Electrical System5

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 3 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

07V041000Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:SwitchReported 09/02/2007

ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE BRAKE LIGHTS MAY REMAIN ILLUMINATED EVEN WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS NOT DEPRESSED. HILL DESCENT CONTROL (HDC), TRACTION CONTROL (TC) AND CRUISE CONTROL WARNING LIGHTS MAY ALSO BE… Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE BRAKE LAMP OPERATION AND WHERE REQUIRED, ADJUST AND/OR REPLACE THE BRAKE LIGHT SWITCHES WITH NEW SWITCHES OF THE SAME DESIGN UNTIL A NEWLY DESIGNED BRAKE…

05V300000Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:LatchReported 28/06/2005

ON CERTAIN FIVE DOOR SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, IT IS POSSIBLE TO OPERATE THE INTERIOR DOOR HANDLE TO OPEN THE DOOR WHEN THE CHILD SAFETY LEVER IS IN THE "ON" POSITION. Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE LATCH ASSEMBLY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 8, 2005. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT LAND ROVER AT 1-800-637-6837.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 32 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

Bulletin	Date	Component	Summary
LTB00552NAS3	2021-01-25	Equipment	RESCINDED - Windshield Wiper Noise / Judder / Streak - RESCINDED
LTB00401NAS6	2018-03-26	Wheels	The steering wheel may exhibit a vibration / shimmy while driving.
SFCC-14SEP17	2017-09-14	Equipment	Presentation from Dealer Shop Foreman Conference Call
LTB00552NAS2	2015-09-21	Visibility	"SITUATION: THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS MAY MAKE A SQUEAK NOISE, JUDDER, OR STREAK THE…
SSM56457	2014-10-28	Fuel System, Gasoline	"ISSUE: REPORTS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED OF ENGINE DAMAGE OCCURRING, WHICH IS CAUSED BY THE USE…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420

Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1

P0300

Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected

P0171

System too lean — Bank 1

P0455

Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak

P0128

Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature

P0442

Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Build data

Plant, GVWR class, engine and body data for any 17-character VIN.

Recalls

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Vehicles with shared specs

Find every vehicle that shares this one's battery, bulbs, oil capacity, platform or parts.

Engine oil filter LPW100230 Engine air filter LR027408 Fuel filter WFL000010 Spark plug NLP100290L

Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

Vehicle recalls & TSBs OBD-II trouble codes Maintenance schedules Fluid capacities & specs

Frequently asked

Does the 2002 Freelander have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Freelander get?

EPA figures are 15 city / 19 highway / 17 combined mpg.