Workshop
Faults & fixes
Describe what your Land Rover is doing, pick your model, and see the likely causes with suggested fixes, how hard each one is and roughly what it costs.
3 faults for the Defender 90 / 110 NAS
Clear search- SteeringHigh severity
Steering box mounting cracks or excessive steering play
Vague steering with free play at the wheel, a clunk when turning, or visible movement of the steering box on the chassis when the wheel is rocked.
90 / 110 / 127 · Defender3 fixes - SteeringHigh severity
Violent steering wobble at speed (death wobble)
Sudden, violent shaking of the steering wheel and front end, usually triggered by a bump at 40 to 55 mph. Only stops when you slow right down.
90 / 110 / 127 · Defender4 fixes - SteeringMedium severity
Power steering whine, leaks or heavy steering
Whining from the engine bay that rises with engine revs, wet power steering box or hoses, steering heavy on full lock.
90 / 110 / 127 · Defender3 fixes
This is general guidance gathered from owner experience and workshop practice, not a substitute for a workshop manual or a qualified mechanic. Costs are rough parts-only guides. Brakes, steering and suspension work affects safety, so if in doubt have it checked professionally.