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RANGE ROVER EVOQUE VVT PIN FAILURE EDMONTON (INGENIUM 2.0T)
The Range Rover Evoque — first generation (L538, 2012-2018) and second generation (L551, 2019+) — uses the Ingenium 2.0T four-cylinder engine that has a well-documented cam actuator VVT locking pin failure. This failure can leave the vehicle unable to start or cause sudden stalling while driving. Auto Imports repairs this issue for Edmonton owners.
VVT Pin Failure on the Range Rover Evoque
- Cam actuator locking pins made of insufficiently hard steel — deform 60,000-80,000 km
- Pins mushroom or fall out — cam actuator cannot lock in position
- Vehicle cranks but won’t start — timing is wrong without locked actuator
- Sudden stall while driving — timing fails at operating temperature
- Land Rover issued a Technical Service Bulletin for this failure
- Fault codes: P0011/P0012/P0016/P0017 — cam timing and correlation
codes
Additional Evoque Ingenium Issues
- Timing chain stretch — 100,000-120,000 km; often concurrent with VVT issues
- Oil leaks — timing cover and valve cover seals common
- Diesel Evoque (TD4): different concerns — DPF, EGR, and timing
chain from DPF regen oil dilution
Repair at Auto Imports
- VVT locking pin replacement with correctly hardened updated pins: $800-$1,800
- Timing chain assessment and replacement if stretch detected: $2,000-$3,500
- Oil leak diagnostic and repair
- Up to 3-year / 60,000km warranty. Financing available OAC.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Why won’t my Range Rover Evoque start?
The most common cause of a no-start on the Evoque with the Ingenium 2.0T is VVT cam actuator locking pin failure. The engine cranks normally but timing is wrong without the actuator locked — it simply won’t fire.
Land Rover issued a TSB for this issue.
HOW MUCH DOES RANGE ROVER EVOQUE VVT PIN REPAIR COST IN EDMONTON?
At Auto Imports, VVT locking pin replacement on the Evoque Ingenium typically ranges from $800 to $1,800 depending on the extent of actuator damage.
LR TSB issued; pin too soft; deforms 60K-80K km | Q:Cost?
A:$800-$1,800 at Auto Imports Edmonton Auto Imports | 9904 75 Ave NW, Edmonton | 780-431-2828 | Mon–Fri 7:30 AM — 5:00 PM to Bumper network. Minimum 1-year / 20,000km on parts and labour.
Deductible may apply.
