So my mom just picked up a new RRS and brought it back home (no dealership within 300 miles). Today, I took it out because I'm supposed to go back and get a Supercharged RRS, but her rear hatch is rattling!!! One we test drove did this too, but her's did not until now. I am a little hesitant of getting one if these cars are known to do this. I HATE RATTLES!! Any help?

Matt

If the rattle appears to be coming from the upper tailgate, there is a TSB addressing the issue from LR North America (maybe the same elsewhere). Your dealer should have a copy of it, but it helps to mention it next time your mom drops off the car for service. 300 miles, bummer! Here is the main text of the TSB:

Quote:

TSB# LS500-013
Tailgate Support Mounting
AFFECTED VEHICLE RANGE:
Range Rover Sport (LS) VIN: 6A900129 onwards
CONDITION SUMMARY:
TAILGATE SUPPORT RATTLE
A customer may report a rattle from the upper tailgate area.
Cause: Torque relaxation of the upper support ball fitting, which could develop into damage to the mounting, may be the cause.
Action: Should a customer express concern regarding the above, refer to the Repair Procedure detailed in this bulletin.
PARTS:
STC50552................Thread lock (10ml) Qty 1
BKF780010..............Ball fitting Qty 1
ALR790920..............RHS reinforcement plate Qty 1
ALR790930..............LHS reinforcement plate Qty 1