The vehicle was left in Reverse. the driver started to exit the car, the vehicle went in reverse, ripped off teh car door on the garage siding, bent teh "A" frame and continue in reverse slamming into a neighbors structure
2019 land rover Discovery cruise control problems
severe 4 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $600
Complaints
4
Recalls
0
Crashes
2
Avg fix
$600
What owners are reporting 3 most recent
The Land Rover Discovery was in "reverse". Not aware that the vehicle was in reverse, the car door was opened and the driver started to step out of the car. At a high rate of speed (approximately 5-7 MPH), the vehicle automatically accelerated in reverse, the open car door hit the garage track and ripped the driver side door off. the vehicle continued in reverse and slammed into an neighbor's s…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER AND/OR FAILED TO ACCELERATE. IN ADDITION, THE CHECK ENGINE AND COOLANT WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO LAND ROVER CARLSBAD (5550 PASEO DEL NORTE, CARLSBAD, CA 92008, (760) 494-5600) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL IGNITION AND SPARK PLUGS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE …
Common questions
How serious is the cruise control problem on the 2019 land rover Discovery?
It's a meaningful issue. 4 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $600.
At what mileage does the cruise control typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $600 for cruise control repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to cruise control?
No active recalls currently cover cruise control issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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