In the European service world, Land Rover electrical-system failures land on our lifts with regularity. 148 complaints across 25 year-model entries (2005–2024) is consistent with what we move in parts orders. The pattern repeats across model years, which usually points to a shared component supplier rather than a single bad production batch. 3 crash reports on file. Not a high count, but the failure mode has put owners in the position to file. Independent-shop repair on this category runs around $850; dealer pricing tends to run thirty to forty percent higher on European brands. Read the specific complaints before assuming the worst — the category covers everything from a forty-dollar switch to a twenty-five-hundred-dollar module.
ProblemsByVin LAND ROVER / ELECTRICAL
25 model-year entries · 2005–2024
Land Rover electrical problems
148 owner complaints filed with NHTSA against Land Rover vehicles for electrical issues. 3 active recall campaigns. See electrical across all makes →
Complaints
148
Recalls
3
Year-models
25
Avg fix
$850
3crashes
3fires
Worst-affected Land Rover model-years for electrical Top 25 by complaint volume
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25
2005 Land Rover LR3
13 complaints · ~$850 moderate
2019 Land Rover Discovery
12 complaints · ~$850 moderate
2008 Land Rover LR2
12 complaints · ~$850 moderate
2023 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
9 complaints · ~$850 severe
2020 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
8 complaints · ~$850 severe
2006 Land Rover Range Rover
8 complaints · ~$850 severe
2019 Land Rover Range Rover Velar
7 complaints · ~$850 severe
2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar
7 complaints · ~$850 severe
2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
7 complaints · ~$850 moderate
2022 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
6 complaints · ~$850 moderate
2023 Land Rover Discovery
5 complaints · ~$850 moderate
2018 Land Rover Discovery
5 complaints · ~$850 moderate
2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
5 complaints · ~$850 moderate
2021 Land Rover Discovery
4 complaints · 1 recall · ~$850 moderate
2020 Land Rover Discovery
4 complaints · 2 recalls · ~$850 moderate
2020 Land Rover Defender
4 complaints · ~$850 moderate
2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar
4 complaints · ~$850 moderate
2019 Land Rover Discovery Sport
4 complaints · ~$850 moderate
2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
4 complaints · ~$850 moderate
2009 Land Rover LR2
4 complaints · ~$850 moderate
2006 Land Rover LR3
4 complaints · ~$850 severe
2024 Land Rover Discovery
3 complaints · ~$850 moderate
2022 Land Rover Discovery
3 complaints · ~$850 moderate
2019 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque
3 complaints · ~$850 moderate
2010 Land Rover LR2
3 complaints · ~$850 moderate
Active recalls — Land Rover electrical 11 on file
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2014 Land Rover Range Rover vehicles manufactured from May 7, 2013, to October 10, 2013
Without a warning that a front turn signal is malfunctioning, the driver would continue to use the vehicle, unaware that other drivers on the road are not being notified that the vehicle is turning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on, or before, May 27, 2014. Land Rover's number for this recall is P042.
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2017 Land Rover Range Rover and Range Rover Sport vehicles
A blank instrument cluster will not show important information like vehicle speed, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 19, 2017. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N124.
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Range Rover Sport vehicles equipped with 20-inch, 21-inch, or 22-inch wheels
Drivers may unknowingly operate the vehicle with low tire pressure, possibly causing tire tread separation, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. The recall began November 2, 2020. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-369-1000. Land Rover's number for this recall is N494.
Certain vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no
This condition increases the risk of a crash resulting from the unintended movement of parked vehicles.
Fix: Dealers will reprogram the driveline control transfer box electronic control unit (ECU) with revised software. The recall began on june 30, 2006. Owners may contact land rover at 1-201-818-8500.
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.
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Velar and Land Rover Discovery, 2020-2023 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque, 2019-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, 2020-2024 Land Rover Range Rover, 2020 Land Rover Discovery Sport, 2020-2024 Land Rover Defender, 2021-2024 Jaguar F-Pace, and 2021-2022 Jaguar E-Pace mild-hybrid electric vehicles (MHEVs
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: The remedy for this recall is currently under development. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed June 12, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 800-637-6837. Land Rover's numbers for this recall are D126 and H575.
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Discovery vehicles
If the vehicle shuts down or loses exterior lighting while driving there could be an increased risk of a crash.
Fix: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ground stud, free of charge. The recall began December 17, 2020. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-369-1000. Land Rover's number for this recall is N400.
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2020 Land Rover Discovery Sport and Range Rover Evoque MHEV vehicles
An electrical short-circuit increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. Owners are advised to exit the vehicle when it is parked and park outside away from buildings or structures until the repair is complete. The recall began December 8, 2020. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-369-1000. Land Rover's number for this recall is N503.
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2022 Land Rover Range Rover Velar vehicles
Missing audio safety features, such as seat belt reminders, turn signal sounds, and Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) warnings, can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: Dealers will install the missing AAM, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 27, 2022. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N725.
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2020 Discovery Sport and Range Rover Evoque vehicles
The changing displays may cause driver distraction or confusion and possibly result in excessive speed, which can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. The recall began January 19, 2021. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N516.
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2017-2020 Land Rover Discovery vehicles
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.
Fix: 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.
Common questions
How many Land Rover electrical complaints are on file with NHTSA?
148 complaints across 25 model-year entries from 2005 to 2024. 3 active recall campaigns cover electrical issues across the Land Rover lineup.
Which Land Rover model has the most electrical complaints?
The 2005 Land Rover LR3 leads with 13 complaints in this category. Next: 2019 Discovery (12) and 2008 LR2 (12).
What does it cost to fix Land Rover electrical problems?
Independent shops average $850 for electrical repairs across the Land Rover lineup. Dealer pricing tends to run twenty to forty percent higher. Specific cost depends on the failure mode and parts availability.
Are there Land Rover electrical recalls?
Yes — 11 active recall campaigns cover electrical on Land Rover vehicles. Recall fixes are free regardless of mileage or warranty status. The list below shows current campaigns with their NHTSA numbers.
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Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database.
Editorial commentary written by Frank DeSantis, an independent contributor to ProblemsByVin
and not affiliated with Land Rover.
Severity ratings derive from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities on the NHTSA complaint and recall record.
Repair cost averages reflect independent-shop pricing and may differ in your area.