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ProblemsByVin File / 2021-LAND-ROVER-DISCOVERY
2021 · land rover

land rover Discovery problems

1 safety recall. 8 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
8.8 / 10

Above-average reliability for the segment. Few systemic issues on file.

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Top trouble spots 2 categories with 3+ complaints

powertrain
4 reports · avg $2,500
moderate
electrical
3 reports · avg $850
moderate

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2021 Discovery · powertrain
This is an update to Complaint Number 11436854, submitted on 10/14/2021, 5:53:21 PM Additional service has been performed on the vehicle to identify and correct random electrical faults interrupting the safe operations of this vehicle. Service record generated by Land Rover…
10/28/2021 · NHTSA ODI #11438567.0
2021 Discovery · powertrain
This vehicle should be considered as a "drive at your own risk" vehicle. Engine randomly fails to start using push button start in coordination with pressing on the brake pedal. Dash and gages indicated all electrical systems were on and no warning symbols were displayed.…
10/14/2021 · NHTSA ODI #11436854.0
2021 Discovery · steering
After 2000 miles of driving, I received a warning that I had reduced traction and needed to drive with caution. When I took vehicle to dealer they determined the “initial configuration was not complete”.
10/09/2021 · NHTSA ODI #11436143.0
2021 Discovery · powertrain
Received an error message stating reduced traction only 2 wheel drive and to drive with caution. Took it to the dealer to discover the software was not programmed for the 4wd modules
10/09/2021 · NHTSA ODI #11436146.0

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Active recalls showing 1 of 1

severe NHTSA 21V457000 17/06/2021

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Land Rover Discovery vehicles

A vehicle that shuts down or loses exterior lighting while driving increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the ground stud, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 10, 2021. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N607.

Common questions

Is the 2021 Land Rover Discovery reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 8.8 out of 10 based on 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2021 Land Rover Discovery is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

What's the most common problem on the 2021 Land Rover Discovery?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is powertrain, with 4 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The powertrain is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Land Rover Discovery has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2021 Land Rover Discovery?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 8 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $2,500, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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