2017 Land Rover Discovery

Routine

Owners filed 55 complaints about this vehicle with federal regulators, most often about the electrical system. It has been recalled 3 times.

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Most common 2017 Land Rover Discovery problems

14 of the 55 complaints (25%) are about the electrical system.

ComponentReportsCrashesFiresInjuries
Electrical System14
010
Engine8
000
Visibility/Wiper · wipers6
000
Unknown or Other5
000
Visibility › Windshield4
000
Structure › Body · body and frame4
000
Suspension2
000
Power Train · transmission2
000
Exterior Lighting · headlights2
000
Air Bags · airbags2
000

3 safety recalls

Part 573 reports
Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel23V393000
Filed Jun 1, 202329,861 vehiclesJaguar Land Rover North America, LLC

Defect. Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2017-2020 Land Rover Discovery vehicles. The UniLatch Keyless Vehicle (KV) entry function may fail to properly latch the rear passenger doors, which can result in the doors opening while driving. In addition, the instrument cluster open-door warning light may fail to alert the driver of this condition.

Risk. Rear passenger doors that open while driving can increase the risk of a crash. An instrument cluster warning light that fails to alert the driver about unsecured doors can increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Remedy. Dealers will disable the UniLatch Keyless Vehicle (KV) entry function, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 26, 2023. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N798.

Electrical System › Software20V143000
Filed Mar 12, 20201,553 vehiclesJaguar Land Rover North America, LLC

Defect. Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Discovery vehicles equipped with low line headlight assemblies. When towing a trailer with the trailer lights connected to the trailer socket and the vehicle's Daytime Running Lights (DRL) are on, the trailer lights may not function.

Risk. If the trailer lights are not working, following traffic won't be aware the vehicle is slowing down or stopping, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy. Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the Body Control Module software, free of charge. The recall began April 13, 2020. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N428.

Electrical System › Software18V337000
Filed May 23, 20181,917 vehiclesJaguar Land Rover North America, LLC

Defect. Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2017 Land Rover Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, and Discovery vehicles. The fuel gauge on these vehicles may indicate that the fuel level is low and illuminate the warning lamp, when the fuel tank actually has more fuel. The engine management software may also cut off the engine when the vehicle has traveled approximately 17 more miles.

Risk. If the engine were to shut off, it can cause loss of power brake assistance. An engine stall would cause a loss of drive power. Both scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy. Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will install a software update to correct the fuel level reading, free of charge. The recall began on June 22, 2018. Owners may Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N206.

All 3 campaigns on file, newest first.

What owners reported

Newest filings
Air Bags
Filed Sep 16, 2026NY

I purchased this vehicle continue suspension fault and check engine light continues to come on daily and through out the day in driving. Fuel cap I have spent over $3,000, to fix a purchased vehicle, XXX from [XXX] of Land Rover. I believe they sold me a lemon. To date of XXX, amber lights on dash boards since purchase. I changed the suspension, control arm, brakes, oil change, rotors, tires, purge valve still no drive. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Electrical System
Filed Feb 19, 2026TX

Water coming from top part of the front windshield. This was previously fixed but after few years problem persists and started causing electrical issues. I already had to replaced computer out of my pocket even it was under warranty cause did not wanted to fix it.

Unknown or Other
Filed Oct 6, 2025IA

Water leak front windshield passenger side. There has been a windscreen issue for the 2018 discovery faulty install. 2017 is the same vehicle and is having the same issue. This water can leak down into the dash a create electrical issues.

Electrical System
Filed Aug 8, 2025FL

There is a safety recall for the 2019-2020 Land Rover Discovery models. 414-01 SAFETY RECALL: Startup Battery Ground Stud - Insufficient Ground Contact Land Rover Tech bulletin dated 09 DEC 2020 On July 25 my 2017 Land Rover discovery lost power, instrumentation went haywire, and steering limp as I was making a turn onto US-90. On August 5 it would not start. Eventually jump started it, as the battery did not seem to register to the vehicle. On August 6 it again lost power, drive train went limp, all warnings lit up, and steering died as I was getting onto I-95 On August 7 JLR of Jacksonville informed me they found arching burn marks on the battery ground stud. They knew this as a common issue from the previous Tech Bulletin. The 2017&2018 have the same design as the 2019&2020, why are the 2017&2018 not included in the recall?

Electrical System
Filed Aug 7, 2025FL

Vehicle electronics began going crazy. The instrument cluster and gages just started flashing and pulsating. The transmission and mode selection cluster lit up like a Christmas tree. The engine power and steering went limp. The transmission eventually stuck in drive. This occurred twice while driving on the roadway. The second time I had it towed to the dealership. The dealership found the M6 ground stud to be arching. This same issue is a technical bulletin for the 2019-2020 models, but 2017-2018 which are of the same design and build were left off the recall.

Engine
Filed May 29, 2025AZ

I am filing this complaint regarding a catastrophic engine failure on my 2017 Land Rover Discovery HSE Luxury with the 3.0L V6 supercharged engine. The failure was caused by a broken timing chain, which resulted in severe internal engine damage. This component failure has been confirmed by an independent Land Rover specialist, and the damaged parts — including the broken chain — are available for inspection upon request. The incident put our safety at risk, as the vehicle experienced sudden loss of engine power while in operation. A complete engine stall, especially in traffic or at highway speeds, could easily lead to loss of power steering and braking assistance, significantly increasing the chance of an accident. Prior to the failure, we noticed several warning signs, including an illuminated check engine light, rough idling, and multiple diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), such as P0018, P0019, P0300, P0304, P0305, and P0306. These symptoms began appearing a few weeks before the engine failed completely, but escalated quickly. To our knowledge, there is no recall or technical service bulletin (TSB) addressing this known issue on this model and engine configuration. The vehicle has not yet been inspected by Land Rover, the police, or any insurance agency, but the independent mechanic confirmed that the failure was internal and directly related to the timing chain system. We are submitting this report in the interest of public safety, as this type of failure on a vehicle with

Structure › Body
Filed Mar 26, 2025CO

Had engine cooling system repaired at dealer in 2023. In late 2024/early 2025 - engine coolant loss returned. We maintained engine coolant at recommended levels until we could get vehicle into dealership for diagnosis and repair. During routine local trip, low coolant light suddenly came on and immediately following that, engine stopped in the middle of traffic. Wife was barely able to navigate vehicle to safe place alongside the road. Vehicle was towed to dealer. They diagnosed engine failure due to oil cooling system failure. We contacted JLR and they offered no solutions. This is a $40,000 repair on a vehicle worth at most $20 to $25,000 retail. We had to dispose of it to a salvage buyer at an extreme loss.

Engine
Filed Oct 25, 2024PA

This particular vehicle comes with a plastic coolant water outlet. When the plastic melts, it causes the coolant system to fail, and the engine will overheat. The plastic can only withstand heat up to 200 degrees Fahrenheit. Most engines run at 195-220. There was no reason for the manufacturer to use this type of plastic. Over 1,000 aftermarket coolant water outlets have been sold as a replacement for the manufacturer's part. There is a class action lawsuit for the faulty coolant water outlet. [XXX] v. Tata Motors Group, Jaguar Land Rover Limited, and Jaguar Land Rover North America LLC. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Visibility › Windshield
Filed Apr 5, 202443,000 milesFL

The contact owns a 2017 Land Rover Discovery. The contact stated that rainwater was entering the vehicle and the computer system was not responding due to the water intrusion. There were no warning lights illuminated. The occupants of the vehicle were also getting wet. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the windshield and sealant needed to be replaced. The windshield was replaced, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was contacted and opened a case. The failure mileage was approximately 43,000.

Visibility/Wiper
Filed Mar 22, 2024CA

Rain water leaks into passenger compartment through the top of the windshield.

Visibility/Wiper
Filed Feb 7, 2024NY

Windshield leak leads to unknown amount of water egress before the leak is visible inside the vehicle. This leads to electrical damage and loss of vital controls in vehicle.

Latches/Locks/Linkages › Hatchback/Liftgate › Lock
Filed Nov 13, 202350,000 milesCA

The contact owns a 2017 Land Rover Discovery. The contact stated that the bracket that opened the bench seat was fractured. Due to the failure, the hatch failed to close after being opened. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the contact was informed that the defect was not covered under recall or warranty and the contact was given an estimate for the repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000.

Electrical System
Filed Oct 27, 2023FL

The contact owns a 2017 Land Rover Discovery. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V393000 (Electrical System, Latches/Locks/Linkages) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

Visibility/Wiper
Filed Oct 24, 2023AL

My vehicle's windshield has been replaced by Land Rover due to a NHTSA recall in 2018/2019. The windshield was replaced by a Land Rover dealer in San Diego as soon as I was informed of the safety failure. However, I recently began to get water inside the vehicle and the same issue is happening again, even though Land Rover replaced the windshield at its San Diego dealership. I originally thought the sunroof was leaking but upon taking it to a mechanic who specializes in sunroof repairs, we both determined that the windshield has failed again, creating a safety hazard. According to the mechanic, this is most likely because the dealer did not install a new windshield with primer for the urethane caulking that holds the windshield in place, creating both a safety problem as well as a problem with water entering the cabin.

Electrical System
Filed Oct 14, 2023NY

Vehicle susceptible to water leaks inside the electrical system from the outside causing error messages

Engine
Filed Oct 12, 2023GA

I have purchased this vehicle from CarMax which was sent in by way of the Texas store to Georgia October 31, 2022. It has only been a year and since I have had the vehicle the engine light kept coming on I took it back, they reset it it came back on I have Extended Warranty on the vehicle and they are trying to charge me to fix the issue because they do not have the tools to fix it and it has to go to an authorized Land Rover dealer service department. Oil is leaking from the vehicle which it should not be and they want to charge over $6000 to fix it

Air Bags
Filed Oct 11, 202355,000 milesAZ

The contact owns a 2017 Land Rover Discovery. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who informed the contact that both the front driver side seat belt pretensioner and door latch were defective, which caused the warning light to illuminate. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 55,000.

Electrical System
Filed Oct 5, 202349,000 milesNM

The contact owns a 2017 Land Rover Discovery. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V393000 (Electrical System, Latches/Locks/Linkages) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that while driving at 5 MPH, the tailgate door opened unintendedly. Additionally, the air bag warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that while the transmission was shifted to reverse(R), the display screen failed to function as designed. The dealer was made aware of the failure but confirmed that parts were not yet available. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 49,000. Parts distribution disconnect.

Engine
Filed Aug 10, 2023OR

I was driving on a very busy road in Portland when my engine suffered catastrophic failure and seized the engine. This was due to a defect in the crankshaft. My family and I are lucky this didn’t happen at speed on a highway. Land Rover has failed to acknowledge a problem despite thousands of people experiencing the same. This resulted in a 26k bill. I just found out I could report my experience so I am now. Research has uncovered this is a common problem and a safety concern for many others as well. https://www.thepetitionsite.com/535/903/886/land-rover-sdv6-amp-tdv6-crank-failure/ https://www.lrukforums.com/threads/crank-shaft-snapping.263315/ There are countless other websites detailing people’s experiences.

Electrical SystemFire
Filed Aug 10, 2023TX

Driving down the highway, the vehicle all the sudden started smoking, forcing me to pull over. Upon pulling over, I found it was a fire under the left front hood based on the smoke pouring out. I called 911 immediately. I attempted to save some belongings, including my $200K boat, but failed to save anything as the fire rapidly grew forcing me to step far away. I then watched my car, boat and belongings all perish to nearly nothing before the fire department arrived and put out the fire. While I am lucky to be safe and have adequate insurance, others may not fair so well when their Land Rover Discovery 5 petrol catches fire.

Engine
Filed Jun 2, 2023WA

Was driving on Wa-18 highway going to Snowqualmie Falls with my family. Suddenly I heard a snap from the front and at the same moment the car start shaking from the front so I slowed down trying to go to the right lane so I could stop when i see a chance because I was in an area where there is no emergency curve. The car died couple of seconds after the snap and because the cars were going too fast on the right lane i ended up in the left lane then I saw car Fumes coming from the engine area but I couldn’t exit the car for safety and made sure that I turned off the ignition and was hoping that the car will not go up in flames while im on a freeway and have my wife and my 3 kids in the car with me. A lot of traffic buildup behind me and minutes later the state patrol pushed me to the next exit. I called AAA and towed the car to Land Rover Of Tacoma for an inspection. After they inspected the car, they said that the timing chain was loose and the car need a new engine. At six years old only a car with 65,000 miles not supposed to have a problem with the timing chain. The dealership failed to tell me what’s the reason that the time in chain is loose because this time in chain supposed to last for a longer than 65,000 miles with no problems. I read all over the Internet and everyone is complaining about the Land Rover timing chain brake or get loose with low mileage and many of these people say the car went off on the freeway and put them on a dangerous situation just like what h

Electrical System
Filed Mar 18, 2023OH

I was completely stopped at a red light. I have just left work and was 2 miles down the street. My rear window completely exploded. Glass flew everywhere. The noise was so loud that it caused ear pain. I have requested a complete inspection from the dealership along with a review of the EDR system and SDR. This happened on Wednesday 3/15. I am concerned this was electrical given the car had only been turned on for 3 minutes and i was at a complete stop with ZERO impact. I am concerned for this to happen again with my children in the car or for the possibility of a short circuit affecting the airbags, additional window, breaks, anything else. I have submitted videos and photos to the dealership to review and as you can see the points are at the electrical boxes on the left and right side of the window. I would like this reviewed for safety concerns.

Visibility › Windshield
Filed Feb 13, 202347,000 milesGA

The contact owns a 2017 Land Rover Discovery. The contact stated that during a rainstorm water entered the vehicle. The rainwater entered the vehicle from the upper passenger’s side windshield. The water then traveled down onto the dashboard. The contact stated that the failure was present while driving and while parked during rainy weather. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 47,000.

Structure › Interior Panels › Sun Visor
Filed Jan 3, 202338,000 milesVA

The contact owns a 2017 Land Rover Discovery. The contact stated that water was leaking from the front driver-side visor. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer however, the mechanic was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the failure recurred. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 38,000.

Unknown or Other
Filed Dec 27, 2022FL

I am reporting this issue because after contacting Land Rover Headquarters and was told that they do not recognize this issue as a problem. To add to my complaint is the fact that a lawsuit was brought to the Tennessee District court for this very matter. There is an apparent defect on the windshield, mainly on the passenger side. I just confirmed that the windshield is slightly loose on the passenger side, which leads to water leakage. The vehicle is a 2017 Land Rover Discovery 5 (L462), this problem presents a clear danger as any accident that the car is involved in could lead the vehicle's airbag, on the passenger side, ejecting the windshield - not to mention what would occur on a rollover. I have tried to reach management at both the US and UK offices and they are not available from what I am told. I would mention that these vehicles are a danger and we are told that the brand sells quality. However, it appears to be quite the opposite. I provided a Service Action (N221) detailing the matter in question but they have excluded the 2017 Land Rover from this Service Action. I also attached the lawsuit brought in the courts of Tennessee which mentioned that windshield subpar seal, which causes water leakage. If there is a rollover on Land Rovers L462 years 2017 to present, the windshield will not perform as designed and people may day.

Visibility/Wiper
Filed Dec 6, 2022MD

Front windshield has a leak for the second time. The first time it was replaced a year ago, and now the leak is in the top of the windshield frame causing water to leak onto the dash and also on to infotainment screen from the rear view mirror above. Loss and failure of electrical components is a real consternation in regard to this issue. Apparently this is an ongoing manufacturer production failure, with many complaints from owners of this vehicle across the internet. The service mgr. at the dealership informed me that I need to pay $650 to have the windshield replaced. I feel that this issue is the responsibility of Land Rover and has to be resolved with a recall. Please let me know if there is any help available in this regard. Thank you Jack Fromberg

Electrical System
Filed Oct 17, 2022NC

Windshield leak cause water to drain into floor boards and accumulate until electrical connectors were affected. The dash and display screen went completely black when driving, as well as the car refusing to start.

Unknown or Other
Filed May 26, 2022IL

Left passenger door lock failed while in operation. Left door opened while vehicle in motion during turn w/ child in right side passenger seat. Very serious safe risk created. Left door still not locking. Independent service center confirmed door lock malfunctioned and failed mechanically. No warning lamps prior to malfunction.

Structure › Body
Filed Apr 4, 2022WA

Back rear door latch gave out. Opened back door closed it and started driving. No bells and or warnings letting me know it wasn’t closed. Came to stop and door flew open without warning. At this point car told ne door was open. Me thinking I maybe didn’t close all the way re closed it and started driving. At 35mph around a corner and the door flew fully open again then alarms started going off. No repair invoice as vehicle is still being repaired.

Suspension
Filed Mar 16, 2022MI

Our 2017 Land Rover Discovery HSE TDi6 has been to the dealer multiple times since purchased new in 2018. This vehicle has several safety issues. First is the random and repeatable shut down of the ABS, Stability, Automatic Braking, Electric steering, windshield leak causing considerable water penetration. The primary concern is the vehicle will lose communication with the ABS, Airbag, Stability, Braking Steering computer at any time while driving. This vehicle had been inspected prior with no known fix. This issue nearly caused an accident on Monday 3-14--2022. Vehicle can be hard to control when the lights on the dash turn on, loss of steering assist and suspension (floating, roughness, swerve etc). Windshield leak started approx 3 weeks ago and there is a strong musty odor. Other items we've had issues with are the infotainment system not starting or freeing up (not booting properly) keeping us from engaging the window defroster. I'm presently more concerned about the potential loss of control with the vehicle. Dealer service times are out several weeks and this is a primary use vehicle for us. I feel these issues are significant enough to warrant further action. I tried uploading images and video but the NHTSA website doesn't appear to be working at this time. I have a catalog of information regarding these issues. Finally, several Land Rover forums have users who experience virtually identical issues as my vehicle. I believe this is a safety issue and could cause an acci

Visibility/Wiper
Filed Jan 31, 2022MD

Water ingress on the passenger side from the Windshield, could result in visibility issues and electronics failure as already noted in the bulletin - https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2018/MC-10152016-9999.pdf I was in a car wash when suddenly I noticed the water ingress and Land Rover of Bethesda is not going to take care of the issue even after the Bulletin detail was shared with them

Engine
Filed Jan 20, 2022GA

[XXX]-VIN 2017- Discovery Failed Water Pump Detective -Requesting a recall Dear Safety Dept, The vehicle stop in the middle of the road and did not start back up. The vehicle was code for low coolant and issue stating a water pump and manifold crack in a plastic part connect to the engine. I only had the this vehicle for 11 months since the light came on back in November. I'm being told I need to pay 2,300-3,000 to repair this vehicle. They shared I'm out of warranty back at 50, 000 in Miles when I bought the vehicle. I need this repair fixed asap and this is safety problem traveling on a Hwy or street and systems failed. Please call me at [XXX]. Thank you, [XXX] INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

Unknown or Other
Filed Jan 12, 2022FL

There is a leak from the windshield. A lot of Landrover Discovery’s owners having the same issue and the manufacturer is not fixing it if the vehicle is not on warranty. I called my dealer in Orlando and they told me that I should take it to my insurance but it was not caused by an accident. It is a problem with most Discoveries from 2020 and under. Please help! Thanks!

Exterior Lighting
Filed Jan 11, 2022VA

I was driving on th highway when all my electrical went out no lights no signal noting the car is in the shop it has happened multiple times

Electrical System
Filed Dec 13, 2021CA

The windshield failed allowing rain water to pool in the floorboards of the vehicle. The electronics were destroyed, the damage done was well above $20,000.00. Land Rover didn’t take any responsibility as it was 40 days outside of warranty. The car had less than 40,000 miles on it. Likely my insurance kicked in and declared the vehicle a total loss.

Structure › Body
Filed Nov 11, 2021MI

I have a 2017 Land Rover Discovery with multiple episodes of significant water leakage problems due to a known windshield seal issue on the model as identified by the dealer. During the warranty the windshield and seal were replaced and would then fail twice, on the 2nd occurrence I instructed to the dealer to notate my account with concerns about electrical issues due to the amount of water that entered the dashboard, center console, and overhead electrical. Reviewing my own service records I can see electrical problems occurred on the vehicle with notes to "let it dry out". The final time this happened was just outside of manufacturer's warranty still within the CPO period, we were told it was no longer covered even though this has never been solved. Dealer stated they've never seen this much water come in, we have significant staining and electrical concerns for which LRNA show no concern or remorse. I am uncomfortable being put in a position to sell this car knowing what happened and the potential repair costs (10k+ for significant electrical work) plus the safety concerns of failure. My car has been at the dealer for almost 20 days now with no loaner and no activity on my case. I have spoken to my case worker only twice, once when I opened it and once when she finally answered one of my calls 10 days later. I call every day to ask for updates, the dealer reaches out on my behalf and still no progress has been made. No loaners have been offered, 10 days in I was told I wo

Unknown or Other
Filed Mar 29, 202140,000 milesFL

YOUR WEBSITE DOES NOT RECOGNIZE THE EXISTENCE OF A 2017 DISCOVERY. INSTEAD IT LISTS ONLY DISCOVERY SPORT, AND ENTIRELY DIFFERENT VEHICLE WITH AN ENTIRELY DIFFERENT ENGINE AND OTHER COMPONENTS. THEREFORE, I CANNOT TRUST YOUR LISTING OF RECALLS, ETC. PLEASE LOOK INTO THIS AND CORRECT BOTH THE SEARCH FUNCTION AND THE RESULTS PAGE TO SHOW CORRECT INFO.

Visibility › Windshield
Filed Mar 26, 20216,000 milesCO

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT WINDSHIELD HAD COMPROMISED SEALS, ALLOWING WATER TO ENTER THE VEHICLE, AFFECTING THE FRONT WIRING HARNESS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL DEALER LAND ROVER COLORADO SPRINGS (565 AUTOMOTIVE DR, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80905, (720) 343-8222) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED WITH NEEDING THE SEAL TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED HOWEVER, THE FAILURE PERSISTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS INFORMED OF FAILURE AND OFFERED THE CONTACT MONEY FOR THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 6,000.

Visibility › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly
Filed Mar 18, 202110,000 milesMD

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE IT RAINED, THE FRONT PASSENGER'S AND DRIVER'S SIDE FILLED UP WITH WATER. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO LAND ROVER ALEXANDRIA (2712 DUKE ST, ALEXANDRIA, VA 22314, (877) 832-9362) WHERE THE SUN ROOF AND WINDSHIELD WERE INSPECTED. THE TECHNICIAN DETERMINED THAT THE DRAIN HOSE WAS NOT DRAINING CORRECTLY AND THE WINDSHIELD WAS REPAIRED INCORRECTLY. THE WINDSHIELD WAS REPLACED. THE FAILURE RECURRED WITH THE SUN ROOF. THE VEHICLE THEN WAS TAKEN TO ANOTHER DEALER WHERE THE SUN ROOF WAS INSPECTED AND REPAIRED. THE REMEDY TO THE FAILURE WAS NOT DUPLICATED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND REFERRED THE CONTACT BACK TO THE DEALER. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 10,000.

Power Train
Filed Dec 23, 202029,000 milesNY

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE DIAL FOR PARK OR DRIVE GET STUCK. THE CONTACT STATED THAT SHE HAD TO TURN THE VEHICLE OFF THEN ON FOR THE DIAL TO GO INTO PARK. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN SHE PULL UP ON THE DIAL SOME TIME IT WOULD MOVE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER OR AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR A DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE FAILURE RECURRED FIVE TIMES. THE MANUFACTURE WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 29,000.

Electrical System
Filed Nov 22, 202025,000 milesVA

THERE IS A VERY SERIOUS ISSUE IN LANDROVER DISCOVERY 2017 THAT ABRUPTLY SHUTS DOWN THE ENGINE FOR NO APPARENT REASON. ON NOV 20TH, 2020 MY WIFE WAS TRAVELLING TO PITTSBURGH PA ON ROUTE 76 PA TURNPIKE. NEAR BRADFORDFORD, PA THE ENGINE SUDDENLY SHUT ITSELF DOWN WITHOUT ANY PRE-WARNING. THE CAR STALLED WITH NO ABILITY OR AMPLE TIME FOR HER TO STEER TO THE SHOULDER. UNTIL HIGHWAY PATROL ARRIVED, SHE WAS COMPLETELY LEFT IN A HELPLESS AND LIFE THREATENING SITUATION. ANY BIG TRUCK COULD'VE EASILY REAR ENDED HER AND KILLED HER. HIGHWAY PATROL AND TURNPIKE AUTHORITY SERVICE PERSONNEL ARRIVED ONSITE, INSPECTED THE CAR BUT DID NOT FIND ANY APPARENT ISSUE. WITHOUT ANYTHING DONE ON THE CAR, AFTER 15 MINS OR SO THE ENGINE STARTED NORMALLY AS IF NOTHING HAPPENED.

Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch
Filed Jun 4, 202034,000 milesCO

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 20 MPH, THE PASSENGER'S SIDE REAR DOOR UNLATCHED WHILE HIS DAUGHTER WAS SEATED IN REAR PASSENGER SEAT. THE CONTACT PULLED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROADWAY AND ATTEMPTED TO CLOSE THE DOOR HOWEVER, THE DOOR FAILED TO LATCH SECURELY. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO LAND ROVER DENVER (6160 S BROADWAY, LITTLETON, CO 80121) WHERE THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED UNDER WARRANTY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND A CASE NUMBER WAS PROVIDED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 34,000.*DT*DT

Visibility › Windshield
Filed Jan 23, 202020,000 milesCA

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE DOOR WAS OPENED AND THE CONTACT NOTICED WATER INSIDE THE CAB. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WATER ENTERED FROM THE SEAL OF THE WINDSHIELD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO JAGUAR LAND ROVER ANAHEIM HILLS LOCATED AT 5401 E LA PALMA AVE, ANAHEIM, CA 92807, AND THE DEALER WAS INFORMED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT INFORMED OF FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 20,000.

Structure › Body
Filed Jan 22, 202020,000 milesPR

THE BACK LEFT PASSENGER DOOR OPENED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION AND WHEN I STOPPED THE VEHICLE AND TRIED TO CLOSE THE DOOR IT WOULD NOT SHUT, IT WOULD SPRING OPEN AND NOT LATCH. THIS HAS HAPPENED TWICE NOW. THE FIRST TIME IT OCCURRED ONE MONTH AGO AND I TOOK THE CAR TO THE DEALER AND THEY CLAIMED THERE WAS NO RECALL AND THEY ALLEGED TO HAVE DONE A RESET WHICH THEY UNDERSTOOD WOULD SOLVE THE SAFETY ISSUE. YESTERDAY, APPROXIMATELY ONE MONTH LATER, IT OCCURRED AGAIN. I WAS DRIVING ON A MAIN ROADWAY WITH MANY CARS AROUND ME AND I NOTICED THE DOOR WAS AJAR AND IN RISK OF HITTING THE CARS DRIVING BY ME. I IMMEDIATELY SLOWED DOWN AND PULLED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND TRIED TO CLOSE THE DOOR AND IT WOULD NOT LATCH CLOSE. BOTH TIMES THIS HAS HAPPENED I WAS DRIVING AT MODERATE SPEED, AT AROUND 35 MPH, ON MAIN ROADWAYS WITH MANY OTHER CARS AROUND ME, SO IT WAS DIFFICULT TO IMMEDIATELY PULL OVER AND AVOID DAMAGE AND HARM. YESTERDAY, WHEN I PULLED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, I CALLED THE DEALER AND THEY TOLD ME THEY WOULD SEND A TOWING TRUCK. AFTER WAITING 2 HOURS ON SIDE OF ROAD, MY HUSBAND CAME AND TAPED THE DOOR SHUT SO THAT I COULD DRIVE IT TO THE DEALER. WHEN WE ARRIVED AT THE DEALER THE SERVICE SUPERVISOR CAME OUT AND VIEWED IT AND SAW IT FOR HIMSELF AND EXPERIMENTED WITH THE FACT THAT THE DOOR WOULD NOT CLOSE, NO MATTER WHAT EFFORT WAS MADE. THE DEALER IS IN POSSESSION OF THE CAR NOW, APPARENTLY CHECKING WHAT THE ISSUE IS AND TO THEN FIND A SOLUTION. HOWEVER, I HAVE NO CONFIDENCE

Visibility/Wiper
Filed Jan 8, 20205 milesMD

2017 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY HSE, MAJOR WATER LEAK FROM THE UPPER CORNER, PASSENGER SIDE OF THE CAR. THE LEAK HAPPENS WHEN IT RAINS OR SNOWS (BOTH STANDING STILL OR IN MOTION). THE WATER SO FAR HAS TOUCHED THE A-PILLAR AIRBAG, THE SAFETY CAMERAS ON THE WINDSHIELD AND OTHER ELECTRICAL WIRING. ADDITIONALLY THE WATER FINDS ITS WAY TO THE CARPETING ON THE FLOOR. IN ONE OCCASION TODAY (1/8/2020) WATER SPILLED INTO MY HEAD FROM RIGHT ABOVE THE REAR-VIEW MIRROR WHILE I WAS TAKING AN EXIT RAMP. THIS GOT ME DISTRACTED FOR A COUPLE OF SECONDS, ALMOST RUNNING OFF THE ROAD. LAND ROVER IS AWARE OF THE ISSUE, HOWEVER THEY WAIT FOR THE CUSTOMER TO REPORT THE PROBLEM BEFORE THEY DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT. IT SEEMS THAT THE OWNERS HAVE BEEN EXPERIENCING THIS ISSUE AS EARLY AS LATE 2017 (BASED ON INTERNET BLOGS). IT ALSO SEEMS THAT THERE IS A FLAW WITH THE EARLY PRODUCTION MODELS, REQUIRING LAND ROVER TO REPLACE THE ENTIRE WINDSHIELD TO RESOLVE THE ISSUE, HOWEVER AFTER OVER 50 DAYS OF REPORTING THE ISSUE, LAND ROVER HAS FAILED TO PROVIDE THE REPLACEMENT PART. AS A CONSUMER I BELIEVE THIS IS A MAJOR SAFETY ISSUE, MAINLY BECAUSE IT CAN CAUSE ELECTRICAL SHORTAGE WITH SAFETY COMPONENTS, IN ADDITION TO DISTRACTING THE DRIVER DUE TO UNEXPECTED WATER DROP WHILE OPERATING THE CAR.

Engine
Filed May 25, 201937,108 milesCT

I WAS DRIVING ON MAIN ROAD AT THE SPEED LIMIT (45 MPH). I HAD SLOWED DOWN AS I OBSERVED A CAR PULLING OUT AHEAD OF ME ONTO THE ROAD. AS I GAVE MY VEHICLE GAS IN ORDER TO GET BACK UP TO SPEED, I FELT A PAUSE IN THE ENGINE AND THEN THE CAR COMPLETELY LOST POWER- THE ENGINE STOPPED, THE RED BATTERY ICON APPEARED ON THE DASH, AND MESSAGE APPEARED ON THE SCREEN WITH THE HEADING "SPECIAL PROGRAM SUSPENDED" OR SOMETHING TO THAT EFFECT-- I HAD NO TIME TO READ THAT MESSAGE AS I HAD TO STEER MY CAR AS FAR TO THE RIGHT AS I WAS ABLE TO. I TRIED TO RESTART THE VEHICLE, IT WOULD NOT START AND THE MESSAGE DISAPPEARED-- I HAD NO CHANCE TO READ IT AS I WAS ON A BUSY AND HEAVY TRAVELED ROAD AND HAD TO ENSURE I WAS SAFELY PULLED OVER. UNKNOWN AT THIS TIME AS TO WHAT CAUSED THIS MALFUNCTION. THIS CREATED AN UNSAFE CONDITION AS THE CAR LOST POWER WITH NO FOREWARNING. I AM LUCKY THAT IT DID NOT HAPPEN ON THE HIGHWAY ON WHICH I TRAVEL MOST OF THE TIME. I CONTACTED LAND ROVER ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE AND THE CAR WAS PUT ON A FLATBED AND BROUGHT TO THE DEALER.

Electrical System
Filed May 19, 201940,000 milesTX

FIRST THREE DAYS BEFORE 5/14/2019 THE SEATBELTS LIGHTS WERE ON AND OFF, AND ON MAY14/2019 I WAS ON MY WAY TO WORK THE CAR JUST STOP IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD. .. THE BREAK WERE LOCKED.

Service Brakes
Filed Dec 3, 201810,000 milesMI

BRAKE PEDAL ALWAYS SPEAKS. COUNTLESS RATTLES IN VEHICLE

Engine
Filed Nov 6, 20188,000 milesWA

CAR SEEMS TO LOOSE POWER. SHUTTERS AND ALMOST STALLS WHEN GIVING GAS. HAPPENS AT RANDOM. WAS TOLD TO SWITCH FUEL BRANDS DIDN'T HELP. VEHICLE DOES IT MAINLY WHEN DOING A CALIFONIA STOP. HAPPENS MAINLY ON CITY STREETS. NO MATTER HOW MUCH GAS IS GIVEN CAR STILL SHUTTERS NO POWER AND SLOWS UNTIL CAR RESOLVE ISSUE. VEHICLE IS A DIESEL

Power Train
Filed Jul 5, 2018984 milesPR

A NEW DISCOVERY HSE 2017 WAS LEAKING AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION AFTER BEING USED FOR APPROX. 980 MILES. THE LEAK SEEMS TO COME FROM THE REAR TRANSMISSION / TRANSFER CASE AREA. BASED ON OBSERVATION, THE OIL WEEPS THROUGH THE ALUMINIUM CASING AND DROPS IN THE GARAGE FLOOR. THIS WAS IMMEDIATELY REPORTED TO THE JLR DEALERSHIP ON JUNE 14, 2018 AND ITS BEING THERE SINCE THEN FOR A TRANSMISSION REPLACEMENT BASED ON A SERVICE BULLETIN. THE SUV WAS ONLY USED FOR 2 WEEKS AND THE FIRST DROP OF OIL WAS FOUND ON THE DRIVEWAY FLOOR OVER THE COURSE OF THE 2ND WEEK, EVERYDAY AFTER DRIVING FROM WORK.

Complaints 1-50 of 55, newest first, reproduced as filed.

Across model years

Worst on record: 1996
YearComplaintsRecallsFiresDeathsAssessment
20261100Routine
20250200Routine
20248510Routine
20237600Routine
202211600Routine
202111600Routine
202019601Fatalities reported
201939400Routine
201837400Routine
2017 — this page55310Routine
20165000Routine
20062000Routine
200429020Routine
200348120Routine
200217030Routine
200113110Routine
200030120Routine
199917310Routine
199833240Routine
199735220Routine
199665300Routine
199549463Fatalities reported
199415210Routine

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Reading this record

No unusual pattern of severe incidents in the complaint record.

Complaint counts track how many cars were sold and how long they have been on the road as much as they track quality. A common model from 2013 has had a decade to accumulate reports; a rare one from last year has not. The signal worth weighing is in the severity columns, in whether the same component keeps appearing, and in whether the manufacturer eventually opened a recall for it.

Recall repairs are free for as long as the recall stands. Check whether a specific car still has open work at NHTSA's VIN lookup.

Most recent recall on file: Jun 1, 2023. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.