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1994-2026 · 20 model years

Land Rover Discovery Problems by year

Owners have filed 334 complaints about the Land Rover Discovery across 20 model years, and it has 23 recalls. The 1995 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (49), while 2006, 2016 have far fewer than a typical year. The most reported problem area is the electrical system, followed by the engine & cooling.

Most complaints for its age199549 complaints · 4 recallsSee the 1995
Complaints
334
Recalls
23
Crashes
46
Fires
18
Injuries
41
Deaths
4

Discovery complaints by model year

Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.

YearComplaintsRecallsCrashesFiresTop problemGrade
20261100BrakesB
20250200-B
20248501Electrical systemD
20237600Electrical systemC
202211600Electrical systemC
202112600Electrical systemC
202020610Electrical systemC
201939420Electrical systemD
201837420Body, doors & structureC
20170300-A
20165000Transmission & drivetrainA
20062000Fuel systemA
200113121SuspensionC
200030172BrakesC
199917341BrakesB
199833274BrakesD
199735292BrakesC
19960300-A
1995494106Fuel systemF
199415221Body, doors & structureB

Most common Discovery problems

Land Rover Discovery recalls 23

Back over prevention: camera

26V45800015,535 vehicles affected

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Land Rover Discovery vehicles. Water may not be able to drain away from the rearview camera due to insufficient drain holes, which may result in damage to the rearview camera.

Air bags: frontal

26V389000250,857 vehicles affected

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2020-2026 Land Rover Defender, 2021-2026 Discovery, and 2022-2026 Range Rover vehicles. The driver's air bag clockspring connector may corrode, which can cause the air bag not to deploy as...

Latest Discovery complaints

2020 Land Rover DiscoveryBody, doors & structure

The windshield has failed which allows water to enter the vehicle. It puts me at risk because if I were to drive it in the rain or take it through a carwash it would destroy the electrical systems in the car and leave me unable to view the speedometer, vehicle information. It could also cause the computer in the middle to quit working. I have had the car to the dealership twice already and now it is leaking again- the first time they replaced the windshield because it had been recalled. 15 months later the new...

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windshield began to leak and the dealership resealed the windshield and now 18 months later it is leaking again. The dealership said LR will not do anything and quoted me a "discounted" price of $3,219 for a new windshield or said they could attempt to reseal it again for $1,094 and that if it broke they would have to replace it. The vehicle has around 67,500 miles on it and has never been wrecked. This is a known problem and they are not going to repair the issue.

Filed Incident StructureNHTSA 11775733
2021 Land Rover DiscoveryTransmission & drivetrainElectrical systemEngine & cooling

I am contacting you to request immediate corporate assistance regarding an outstanding safety recall involving my 2021 Land Rover Discovery. MY VIN: [[redacted]] I would like this matter escalated to a Customer Relations supervisor or regional representative who has the authority to address the recall, coordinate with the dealership, and ensure that an appropriate resolution is provided. I've tried to raise the following with my dealer service department, but they have denied the service action in within range. ...

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If you could confirm that additional information you need from me, I plan to accommodate in a timely manner. Please provide the following: 1. I've attached the Recall # N572v2m which outlines my VIN in the range. 3. The current status of the required recall remedy and parts availability. 4. A timeline for completing the recall repair. 5. Assistance with transportation or a loaner vehicle if the vehicle cannot safely be driven or must remain at the dealership. 6. A corporate case number and the name of the individual responsible for following up. I would appreciate a prompt response and a clear plan for resolving this safety-related matter. Thank you, [[redacted]] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Incident Power train · Electrical system · EngineNHTSA 11775668
2019 Land Rover DiscoveryBody, doors & structure

The contact owns a 2019 Land Rover Discovery. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer for routine maintenance. During an inspection, the technicians discovered that the fuel tank cover protectors were rusted. The contact was concerned that the driveshaft could strike the exposed fuel tank, causing a fuel leak. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The dealer confirmed the failure; however, the vehicle was not repaired due to warranty issues. The failure mileage was 80,000.

Filed Incident StructureNHTSA 11772720
2024 Land Rover DiscoverySteeringElectrical systemEngine & cooling

Red warning in dash along with "stop safely, electrical fault detected." Car drove normally for a mile before wipers came on and then multiple warnings for "collision, suspension, stability, height, tire, braking fault, ect. detected" came on. Car lost all power, steering wheel locked, unable to park or turn off vehicle with push button. Car rolled backwards if brake released. Hazards only came on at rear. Car towed to dealer; stated battery was "completely drained." Dealer ended up replacing DC-DC converter and...

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battery. 2 and 4 months prior (5/26 and 7/26), random electrical issues with radio, screen blanking out , volume unable to be changed, as well as various cameras and alerts for "collisions" would come on. Dealer looked over car and could not find anything wrong at that time.

Filed Incident Steering · Electrical system · EngineNHTSA 11770976
2020 Land Rover DiscoveryElectrical systemVisibility & wipers

Vehicle suffered a catastrophic failure of the manufacturer-directed safety campaign remedy for Service Action N694 (Windshield Water Leaks). The Vehicle was brought in for service immediately after receiving the N694 Service Action Notification in September 2023. The inspection found no leaks and no action was taken. Two months later, in November 2023, the windshield began leaking water during rainstorms and was immediately brought into the dealership for service. The windshield was repaired, but not replaced...

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which was also a remedy under the Service Action. The windshield again experienced severe leaking in September 2026 during an overnight rainstorm and significant damage to the vehicle has occurred. The dealership's temporary 'topical reseal' remedy completely failed, causing severe water intrusion that corroded the main dashboard infotainment screen module and flooded the vehicle's electrical channels. This hidden factory defect has compromised critical dashboard safety displays, created a toxic mold health hazard inside the cabin, and left standing water under the floorboards.

Filed Incident Electrical system · Visibility / wiperNHTSA 11770169
2022 Land Rover DiscoveryElectrical system

My vehicle is subject to NHTSA Recall 26V-248 / Jaguar Land Rover Recall D126 involving the electrical system and DC/DC converter. I have not experienced the recalled failure, warning message, loss of motive power, or loss of exterior lighting. I am filing because the recall remains unrepaired and the remedy is unavailable for my vehicle. The recall notice I received is dated June 10, 2026. NHTSA states that DC/DC converter failure can cause loss of 12-volt charging and ultimately loss of motive power and exterior...

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lighting, increasing crash risk. I routinely rely on this vehicle to transport my children. On August 26, 2026, at an authorized Land Rover dealership, a service advisor discussed Recall D126, the safety concern, and confirmed the repair was unavailable. I brought the vehicle home, parked it, and stopped routinely using it. On October 5, 2026, I contacted the Land Rover Customer Relationship Center. A representative told me continued driving would be "at my own risk" and, after I explained my concerns about transporting my children, advised me not to drive. I was also told the repair might not be available until January 2027. JLR reported the recall to NHTSA on April 17, 2026. By October 5, 171 days had passed. If delayed until January 2027, the recall could remain unresolved for about 8-9 months. I have no other suitable vehicle for transporting my children. Because the Land Rover remains parked, I use a bicycle when possible for school and activities. I was also told JLR Customer Relationship Center does not provide or handle loaner or rental assistance for this recall. No related warning lamps or messages have appeared because the failure has not occurred. The vehicle remains parked and available for inspection. I ask NHTSA to review the remedy delay and JLR's management of Recall 26V-248, including whether owners are receiving an effective remedy and appropriate interim safety guidance.

Filed Incident Electrical systemNHTSA 11769206

Questions about the Land Rover Discovery

Which Land Rover Discovery years have the most problems?

By the number of complaints owners filed with NHTSA: 1995 (49), 2019 (39), 2018 (37). Allowing for how long each has been on the road, the 1995 stands out most. Complaint counts also rise with sales, so compare years of the same model rather than different models.

Which Land Rover Discovery years have the fewest complaints?

Among model years that have been on the road for at least three years, 2006, 2016, 1996 have the best Safety Index - the fewest complaints, crashes and recalls for their age compared with other Discovery years. Always check the exact vehicle's recalls by VIN before you buy.

What are the most common Land Rover Discovery problems?

Across every model year, owners report problems with the electrical system (76), engine & cooling (54), brakes (42) most often.

How many recalls does the Land Rover Discovery have?

NHTSA lists 23 recalls across all Land Rover Discovery model years. Each year's page lists the recalls for that year; check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether the repair has been done.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data

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