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severe Owners of the 2019 Land Rover Range Rover Velar have filed 9 NHTSA complaints about the engine at roughly $3,100 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See engine across all vehicles →
| Model year | engine complaints |
|---|---|
| 2018 Range Rover Velar | 9 |
| 2019 Range Rover Velar (this page) | 9 |
| 2020 Range Rover Velar | 5 |
Of the 9 engine complaints filed for the 2019 Land Rover Range Rover Velar, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 50,000-75,000 mi.
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
Engine accounts for 33% of every owner complaint on file for this vehicle — the dominant problem area across 4 categories tracked.
Engine failure can increase the risk of crash.
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering engine on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
A concern has been identified where on certain vehicles equipped with TDV6 3.0L Diesel and Ingenium I4 2.0L Diesel engines, when connected to a diagnostic scan tool during the California SMOG test, the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) incorrectly reports the monitor readiness status as 'not supported'. A software update to the PCM is needed.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗After thermostat replacement, the instrument cluster says that the engine is overheating while driving.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Coolant Low Warning Message Displayed On The Instrument Panel Cluster
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Engine Noise
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗ENGINE PRIMARY BELT SHREDDING
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
Both the Cooling elbow and manifold connecting to the engine block were disintegrating causing severe leaks on both the elbow and manifold connections. This is a well known recall for Range Rover Velars that was never addressed on my vehicle. Multiple dealers refused to address the issue forcing me to perform the repairs myself. Campaign ID 23V221000
My 2019 Range Rover Velar engine caught on fire while it was parked and off. The vehicle gave no warning and showed no signs of overheating or maintenance that needed to be done. The fire was so bad and hot it totaled the velar and another vehicle.
While driving the car it just stopped. Engine shut off and left me stranded. Crank is damaged and I was told I need a new engine. Land rover will not replace the engine under warranty. Said I need to pay for out of pocket. Apparently there is a recall for my year, make and model vehicle for this same issue. Land rover claims my VIN is not part of the recall.
The contact owns a 2019 Land Rover Range Rover Velar. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine compartment. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the timing chain and the VVT solenoid needed to be replaced. The contact researched and was made aware of an unknown…
The contact owns a 2019 Land Rover Range Rover Velar. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle overheated. The low oil pressure warning light and the check engine warning light were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that coolant intrusion into the engine had caused the engine to fail. The contact was informed that the engine…
Fan noise ramps up (loudly) as if the vehicle is accelerating for at least 2-3 minutes after the vehicle is shut off.
Motor mounts for engine and transmission have collapsed
It's a meaningful issue. 9 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $3,100.
Based on the 9 complaints filed, engine issues most often appear around 41,675 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
Independent shops typically charge around $3,100 for engine 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.
Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover engine issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.