1999 Land Rover Discovery II
Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 36 |
| 2000 | 40 |
| 2001 | 31 |
| 2002 | 34 |
| 2003 | 63 |
| 2004 | 22 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
22% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 8 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
ABS FAILURE ALMOST CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO WRECK, SEVERAL TIMES.
NHTSA ODI report, 20051227
8% of complaints: power train — 3 distinct reports on file.
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY II. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE DRIVE SHAFT DISCONNECTED FROM THE VEHICLE CAUSING THE CONTACT TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE MOMENTARILY.
NHTSA ODI report, 20130108
8% of complaints: air bags — 3 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURY6% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 2 distinct reports on file.
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MY WIFE STARTED VEHICLE IN GARAGE (ENGINE COLD). SHE PLACED IN REVERSE AND STARTED BACKING INTO DRIVEWAY. VEHICLE SUDDENLY LUNGED BACKWARD, ENGINE RACING.
NHTSA ODI report, 20011101
6% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 2 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ACTIVE CORNERING ENHANCEMENT (ACE). THE HIGH-PRESSURE HYDRAULIC PIPE THAT RUNS FROM THE ACE PUMP TO THE ACE VALVE BLOCK COULD FRACTURE AT IT
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL NEW HYDRAULIC TUBING.
Campaign 00V036000 — check if this car was fixed
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ACTIVE CORNERING ENHANCEMENT (ACE). THE LOADING CONDITIONS ON THE VEHICLE'S LEFT SIDE ENGINE IDLER PULLEY CAN EXCEED THE MAXIMUM CALCULATED FI
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL AN IMPROVED IDLER PULLEY.
Campaign 00V142000 — check if this car was fixed
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THE LOADING CONDITIONS ON THE VEHICLE'S LEFT SIDE ENGINE IDLER PULLEY CAN EXCEED THE MAXIMUM CALCULATED FIGURE OF THE ORIGINAL DESIGN SPECIFICATION. T
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL AN IMPROVED IDLER PULLEY.
Campaign 00V142001 — check if this car was fixed
ON SOME SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE ACCELERATOR CABLE COULD HAVE BECOME KINKED DURING VEHICLE ASSEMBLY, RESULTING IN CHAFFING OF THE CABLE. CONTINUED CHAFFING CAN LEAD TO BREAKAGE OF THE INTERIOR CAB
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE DAMAGED CABLES WHERE NECESSARY. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MARCH 6, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AN
Campaign 02V028000 — check if this car was fixed
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, CONTAMINATION OF AN ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS) SENSOR CAN CAUSE THE ABS ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT (ECU) TO INCORRECTLY INTERPRET THE SENSOR SIGNAL, RESULTING IN IN
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW ECU. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MARCH 6, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHI
Campaign 02V022000 — check if this car was fixed
CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARDS NO. 105, "HYDRAULIC AND ELECTRIC BRAKE SYSTEMS," AND NO. 135, "PASSENGER CAR BRAKE SYSTEMS
Remedy: DEALERS WILL STRENGTHEN THE ABS MODULATOR ASSEMBLY VALVE COVERS AND REPLACE THE RETAINING BOLTS. OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXEPCTED TO BEGIN DURING MAY 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT LAND ROVER AT 1-800-63
Campaign 04V005000 — check if this car was fixed
JAGUAR LAND ROVER NORTH AMERICA, INC. (LAND ROVER) IS RECALLING CERTAIN REAR DRIVESHAFT COUPLINGS, LAND ROVER BRANDED PART NUMBER TVF100010, MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 2011 THROUGH NOVEMBER 2011, SOLD FO
Remedy: LAND ROVER WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED REAR DRIVESHAFT COUPLERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 4, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT JAGUAR LAND ROVER NORTH AMERI
Campaign 12E010000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1999 Land Rover Discovery II — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 00V036000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
- Verify recall 00V142000 (electronic stability control) has been completed.
- Verify recall 00V142001 (electronic stability control) has been completed.
- Verify recall 02V028000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
- Verify recall 02V022000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 04V005000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 12E010000 (power train) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1999 Land Rover Discovery II 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 1999 Land Rover Discovery II?
The most-reported component is service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1999 Land Rover Discovery II have?
7 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.