1990 Land Rover Defender
Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 1 |
| 1992 | 0 |
| 1993 | 2 |
| 1994 | 0 |
| 1995 | 1 |
| 1999 | 1 |
| 2001 | 1 |
| 2002 | 3 |
| 2003 | 1 |
| 2020 | 48 |
| 2021 | 34 |
| 2022 | 64 |
| 2023 | 75 |
| 2024 | 21 |
| 2025 | 11 |
| 2026 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 1 total report mentions: visibility.
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WHILE CAR WAS PARKED IN CLOSED GARAGE, THE SUNROOF BURST INTO SMALL AND LARGE PIECES OF GLASS. *JB
NHTSA ODI report, 20010521
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1990 Land Rover Defender — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 1990 Land Rover Defender reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 1990 Land Rover Defender?
The most-reported component is visibility:sun/moon roof assembly, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1990 Land Rover Defender have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.