Exhaust
Land Rover Flex Pipe
Flexible exhaust sections that absorb engine movement on Land Rover exhausts.
- Fitment checked against your VIN
- Couriered nationwide
- Supplied from Durban North
Find your model
Exhaust by Land Rover model
Where a model has a known fault in this system, it is flagged below. Each model page explains what is specific to that generation.
Defender
2 models- Defender (L663) exhaust · 2020–present
Discovery
5 models- Discovery 2 exhaust · 1999–2004
Range Rover
9 models- Range Rover (L405) exhaust · 2013–2022 Known issue: AdBlue system and NOx sensors (2016 model year on)
- Range Rover Evoque (L538) exhaust · 2011–2019
- Range Rover (L460) exhaust · 2022–present
- Range Rover Sport (L461) exhaust · 2022–present
Freelander
2 models- Freelander 2 exhaust · 2007–2015
- Freelander 1 exhaust · 1998–2006
Know the part
Understanding Flex Pipe
A flexi pipe is a braided, flexible section in the exhaust that absorbs engine movement and vibration, stopping them cracking the manifold and pipes. On transversely mounted engines, such as those in the Freelander, Evoque and Discovery Sport, the engine rocks more, so the flexi joint works hard.
When the braid or inner liner splits, the exhaust starts to blow near the front of the vehicle, often with a buzzing noise.
Further reading
- Exhaust system – Wikipedia
Background on exhaust system components.
Questions
Common Questions About Land Rover flex pipe
Can a flexi pipe be replaced on its own?
On some systems, a repair flexi section can be welded in. On others, the flexi is part of the front pipe or catalytic converter section. Welding in a repair section is common, but it must be aligned correctly.
What makes flexi pipes fail?
Age, heat, rust and excessive engine movement from worn engine mounts. Check the engine mounts when a flexi fails early.
Is a leaking flexi pipe dangerous?
It can let exhaust fumes collect under the vehicle and enter the cabin, and it can upset sensors downstream. Repair it promptly.
What should I send to order a flexi pipe?
The VIN, engine code and a photo showing where the flexi section sits.
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Send your VIN or engine code and the SparesBoyz parts team will check fitment before quoting. Parts are couriered nationwide.