Range Rover Fuel System Nightmare: Black Smoke & Stalling

Hey there! I faced similar issues with my 2013 Range Rover Sport last year. The symptoms you're describing match exactly what I experienced, rough running, black smoke, and stalling. Initially thought changing the fuel filter would fix it, but got an error code right after. Turned out my fuel pressure regulator was failing, and two fuel injectors were clogged. The mechanic also found some contamination in the fuel system. The repair wasn't a quick fix, took two days at the shop, but it was necessary to prevent further damage to the engine. Given these symptoms can indicate serious fuel system issues, I'd recommend getting it checked soon. A specialized Land Rover mechanic diagnosed mine correctly on the first try. Not a minor repair, but definitely worth fixing properly to avoid bigger problems down the road. This kind of issue won't resolve itself and could potentially damage other components if left unchecked.

Hey, thanks for sharing your experience. My Rover had almost identical symptoms last summer, definitely sounds like we dealt with the same issue. They sorted mine out by replacing the fuel pressure regulator and doing a thorough fuel system clean. Just curious, do you remember roughly how much you ended up paying for the whole repair? Also, has everything been running smoothly since then, or have you noticed any other issues pop up? Always good to know what to watch out for with these cars.

Hey again! Happy to update you on my repair experience. After I got it all sorted at the mechanic, it's been running like a dream! The main issue was indeed that fuel injection pressure problem that showed up after the filter change. The mechanic found it was deviating from standard values, but theyaged to fix it completely. Only cost me 45.00 € to correct the error entry after the fuel filter work. Since then, honestly, the car's been performing better than ever, no more black smoke, stalling, or power issues. It's like having a different car! Really glad I didn't wait too long to get it fixed. These Rovers can be temperamental, but once you sort out these fuel system gremlins, they're fantastic machines. Haven't had a single problem since the repair, which was about 10 months ago now. Definitely keep an eye on your fuel pressure readings though, that seems to be a bit of a weak spot on these models. Worth every penny to get it sorted properly rather than letting it develop into something worse. Let me know if you notice anything else unusual, always happy to share experiences with fellow Rover owners!

Thanks so much for the detailed follow-up! Actually, I bit the bullet and got mine fixed last week. The mechanic I found was fantastic, really knew his stuff and walked me through everything. My repair ended up being a bit pricier than yours because they had to replace both the regulator and clean out two clogged injectors, but worth every penny. Like you said, it's running amazingly now! No more black smoke, and that annoying stalling is completely gone. It's such a relief not having to worry every time I accelerate. The mechanic also gave me some tips about keeping the fuel system clean to prevent future issues. Really appreciate you sharing your experience, it actually helped me make the decision to get it sorted sooner rather than later. These Rovers definitely need proper care, but they're great cars when everything's working right. Thanks again for all the help!