Thread: 2015 TDV6 Snapped Crank

Originally Posted by DiscoJeffster

Manufacturers end float tolerance is 0.2mm to 0.4mm, not 0.

Thanks DJ couldn't remember exactly, anyway, if its floating too much, probably an indicator things will go pear shaped pretty soon

Originally Posted by Eric SDV6SE

Thanks DJ couldn't remember exactly, anyway, if its floating too much, probably an indicator things will go pear shaped pretty soon

Absolutely. Hence I did my bearings as mine was at 0.7mm.

Originally Posted by M005

Seems it's happened to me

Sitting at lights and suddenly heard bang-bang-bang-bang (in time with the engine turning over) - turned off the motor (won't restart, just dead)

All signs point to the crank; March 2015 registered TDV6, 86k km and LR or specialist serviced (last serviced 2k km ago & just had gearbox serviced)

I'm aware of the service bulletins 'recognising' the fault, but has anyone ever had any luck in addressing the issue with LR Australia? I purchased from a main dealer (Pacific Land Rover) in February this year.

Is there a reputable source of remanufactured / refurbished / new engines? At reasonable cost?

Since this problem has occurred on a car which was manufactured YEARS after the two Service Bulletins (SSM71816 and SSM72928) of which you are aware, I would think that LR would not be in a position to refute any warranty assistance you ask for.
Try Pacific LR and don't be put off if they try to fob you off. Insist on them approaching LR and in the worst case a lawyers letter might be necessary. Good luck!

*Most of the failed engines don't actually break the crankshaft, once the big end bearings slip, then bang bang they more often than not simply jam up solid.

*Another absolutely crap position a Land Rover owner is left in.
*I have no doubt the scum bag dealer will reject the claim, then the scum bag manufacturer will reject the claim.
*The owner will then have to go through the long winded exercise of getting a lawyer etc etc or simply cope it on the chin and pay for the repair.

*The Land Rover fan boys will scream "poor servicing", "owner didnt do this or that" "its a bluh bluh small percentage of vehicles that fail"
*Regardless of all that total BS, this really does put some owners in a bad situation financially or at the least without a vehicle.

*I currently have 3 Discovery 3/4, RRS here waiting for engine replacements.

Originally Posted by DazzaTD5

*I currently have 3 Discovery 3/4, RRS here waiting for engine replacements.

just checking, its only the 3.0 with the issue?

Originally Posted by PerthDisco

TDV6 2.7D yes - ex Ford Territory swap
TDV6 3.0D not so much

Definitely push the dealer but you may need to find a very good independent to assist.

Just hate seeing these posts and very sorry to hear.

Can you downgrade to. 2.7 Terri without much fuss? Or is there more to it to get it functional?

Originally Posted by DiscoJeffster

They do. LR will sell you one for about $45k

At that price, torch the car and move on one would think.

Originally Posted by imaz

Can you downgrade to. 2.7 Terri without much fuss? Or is there more to it to get it functional?

I've asked that question as was told it's not possible.

Shame as I've found a Ford dealer selling a new complete 2.7 for $7k.