Land Rover known issues by model
By CarWhere Research · Updated
CarWhere documents 67 Land Rover problems and 67 NHTSA safety recalls across 7 models — Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, Range Rover Velar, Range Rover Evoque, Defender, Discovery and Discovery Sport — organized by generation. Each entry lists affected model years, symptoms, what to check on a used vehicle before buying, and the sources behind it.
| Model | Generations covered | Documented issues | NHTSA recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| Land Rover Range Rover problems | Third generation (L322, 2003–2012) (2003–2012), Fourth generation (2013–2022) (2013–2022), Fifth generation (2022–present) (2022–present) | 12 | 12 |
| Land Rover Range Rover Sport problems | First generation (2006–2013) (2006–2013), Second generation (2014–2022) (2014–2022), Third generation (2023–present) (2023–present) | 10 | 10 |
| Land Rover Range Rover Velar problems | Range Rover Velar (2018–present) (2018–present) | 8 | 8 |
| Land Rover Range Rover Evoque problems | First generation (2012–2019) (2012–2019), Second generation (2020–present) (2020–present) | 9 | 9 |
| Land Rover Defender problems | Defender 90 and 110 (1993–1997 in the US) (1993–1997), New Defender (2020–present) (2020–present) | 9 | 9 |
| Land Rover Discovery problems | LR3 (2005–2009) (2005–2009), LR4 (2010–2016) (2010–2016), Discovery fifth generation (2017–present) (2017–present) | 10 | 10 |
| Land Rover Discovery Sport problems | Discovery Sport (2015–present) (2015–present) | 9 | 9 |
Land Rover Range Rover problems
The Range Rover's documented problems are safety recalls: 61 vehicle campaigns in NHTSA's recall data name it since 2008. The largest cover a driver air bag connector on 2022–2026 models (26V389), the mild-hybrid DC-DC converter (26V248) and cracking front suspension knuckles on 2014–2017 models (25V514). Every recall repair is free at Land Rover retailers.
Land Rover Range Rover Sport problems
The Range Rover Sport's documented problems are safety recalls: 52 vehicle campaigns in NHTSA's recall data name it since 2008. The largest cover the mild-hybrid DC-DC converter (26V248), front suspension knuckles on 2014–2017 models (25V514) and a cracking fuel tank flange on 2010–2013 models (21V635). All are fixed free by Land Rover retailers.
Land Rover Range Rover Velar problems
The Range Rover Velar's documented problems are safety recalls: 13 vehicle campaigns in NHTSA's recall data name it since its 2018 launch. The largest cover the mild-hybrid DC-DC converter on 2021–2024 models (26V248), seat belt locking retractors (21V668) and a missing Auto High Beam indicator on 2018–2020 models (21V117). All repairs are free.
Land Rover Range Rover Evoque problems
The Range Rover Evoque's documented problems are safety recalls: 26 vehicle campaigns in NHTSA's recall data name it since 2012. The largest cover the mild-hybrid DC-DC converter (26V248), passenger air bag classification on 2012–2013 models (14V395) and a blank touchscreen hiding the rear camera on 2023 models (25V016). All repairs are free.
Land Rover Defender problems
The new Defender's documented problems are safety recalls: 18 vehicle campaigns in NHTSA's recall data name it since its 2020 US return. The largest cover a corroding driver air bag connector on 2020–2026 models (26V389), the mild-hybrid DC-DC converter (26V248) and seat belt locking retractors (21V668). All are fixed free by Land Rover retailers.
Land Rover Discovery problems
The Discovery's documented problems are safety recalls: 25 vehicle campaigns in NHTSA's recall data name the Discovery, LR3 or LR4 since 2008. The largest cover a driver air bag connector on 2021–2026 models (26V389), the DC-DC converter (26V248) and a cracking fuel tank flange on 2010–2016 LR4s (21V635). All repairs are free.
Land Rover Discovery Sport problems
The Discovery Sport's documented problems are safety recalls: 15 vehicle campaigns in NHTSA's recall data name it since its 2015 launch. The largest cover the DC-DC converter (26V248, 26V599), seat belt locking retractors (21V668) and a blank touchscreen hiding the rear camera on 2023 models (25V016). All are fixed free by Land Rover retailers.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common Land Rover problems?
They depend on the model and powertrain. Across the 7 Land Rover models covered here, the most documented items are driver air bag clockspring connector may corrode (recall 26V389) on the Range Rover; second-row armrest compartment latch may fail (recall 23V324) on the Range Rover Sport; DC-DC converter overload can cut 12-volt charging and drive power (recall 26V248) on the Range Rover Velar. Each model page lists issues by generation with sources.
How do I check a Land Rover for open recalls?
Enter the 17-character VIN on NHTSA’s recall lookup or the brand’s owner site, or ask a Land Rover dealer to run it. Recall repairs are free. CarWhere’s known-issues pages list major recall campaign numbers by model and generation.
Are known issues the same as years to avoid?
No. Known-issues pages explain specific, documented mechanical problems and recalls. Years-to-avoid research ranks model years against each other, so the two answer different questions and are linked from each model page where both exist.
Sources
Each model page lists its own sources. Key references:
- NHTSA recalls database — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- Recalls Data (NHTSA recall campaigns, dataset 6axg-epim) — U.S. Department of Transportation open data
- Land Rover media newsroom — pricing, specifications and model-year changes — Jaguar Land Rover North America
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Independent reference compiled by CarWhere — not affiliated with or endorsed by Jaguar Land Rover Limited or Jaguar Land Rover North America. Land Rover and the model names are trademarks of their owners.