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ProblemsByVin File / 2023-LAND-ROVER-DISCOVERY-SPORT NHTSA data synced 3 hours ago
2023 · Land Rover

Land Rover Discovery Sport problems

1 active recall campaign on file, only 3 owner complaints in the NHTSA database. Often that means the recall caught it before the field did.

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Reliability score
9.2 / 10

Limited NHTSA data — only 3 complaints on file. The score reflects what's reported, but a small sample skews easily. 1 active recall on file.

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Should you avoid this 2023 Discovery Sport?
Not enough data for a verdict

Only 3 NHTSA complaints on file — too few for a confident call. The 1 active recall above remain authoritative; read those first.

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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2023 Discovery Sport · brakes
The contact owns a 2023 Land Rover Discovery Sport. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed, and the vehicle was shaking erratically. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with cracked brake pads. The contact…
10/08/2024 · at 9,500 mi · NHTSA ODI #11618720.0
2023 Discovery Sport · body
Roof molding detached from driver's side of 2023 Land Rover Discovery Sport, upon arriving at home checked the passenger side and it came off without excerpting any force. Subsequent check on search engines indicate this may be a common occurrence in recent model Land Rover…
04/24/2026 · NHTSA ODI #11733706.0
2023 Discovery Sport · powertrain
While stopped in traffic with the vehicle’s automatic engine start-stop feature engaged, the vehicle failed to respond when the accelerator was pressed. The engine had shut off normally due to the start-stop system, but when attempting to move again, the vehicle did not…
02/06/2026 · NHTSA ODI #11716334.0
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Active recalls showing 1 of 1

severe NHTSA 22V523000 July 21, 2022

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2022-23 Land Rover Defender, Discovery, Discovery Sport and 2022 Range Rover Sport and Range Rover Velar vehicles

Improperly restrained occupants have an increased risk of injury during a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the front seat belt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2022. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N720.

Common questions

Is the 2023 Land Rover Discovery Sport reliable?

Limited NHTSA data. Only 3 owner complaints have been filed for the 2023 Land Rover Discovery Sport, which is not enough for a meaningful reliability score. Active recalls (if any) are listed on this page and remain authoritative — those are verified defects regardless of complaint volume. For a confident reliability read we look for at least 10 owner complaints in the federal database.

Should you avoid the 2023 Land Rover Discovery Sport?

Only 3 NHTSA complaints on file — too few for a confident call. The 1 active recall above remain authoritative; read those first. We don't issue a buy/avoid verdict on the 2023 Land Rover Discovery Sport without a meaningful complaint sample — doing so off a handful of filings would be guesswork.

What should I check before buying a used 2023 Land Rover Discovery Sport?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on the 2023 Land Rover Discovery Sport to flag a standout failure pattern. Run the VIN for open recalls — those are free to fix regardless of warranty — get a standard pre-purchase inspection, and ask the seller for service records.

Is the 2023 Land Rover Discovery Sport a good used car to buy?

Hard to say from federal data alone — only 3 owner complaints have been filed. Lean on the recall list above, a pre-purchase inspection, and a vehicle-history report on the specific VIN. Our data tells you what the model is known for; a history report tells you what that exact car has been through.

What's the most common problem on the 2023 Land Rover Discovery Sport?

No problem area has crossed our reporting threshold yet, which is a good sign for this vehicle.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

Major repair items haven't been flagged often enough on this vehicle to single one out.

How do I check if my Land Rover Discovery Sport 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 2023 Land Rover Discovery Sport?

Hard to say from NHTSA data alone with only 3 complaints on file. A quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. The decision comes down to your specific situation: vehicle cost, miles on it, how long you plan to keep it, and whether you can absorb a $3K–$8K repair without straining cashflow. With limited public data on this vehicle, lean on the recall list above and check owner forums before committing.

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Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 3 hours ago. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2023/Land Rover/Discovery Sport. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with Land Rover. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you complete a quote or purchase.
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