2015 Land Rover Discovery Sport
Only 14 complaints 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 14 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2015 | 14 |
| 2016 | 50 |
| 2017 | 39 |
| 2018 | 19 |
| 2019 | 20 |
| 2020 | 11 |
| 2021 | 4 |
| 2022 | 3 |
| 2023 | 3 |
| 2024 | 0 |
| 2025 | 5 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 14 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
8 of 14 total reports mention: engine.
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Turbo failure
NHTSA ODI report, 20240203
I received my vehicle back from a technician at Pep Boys following a test drive aimed at further evaluating the need for an alignment while in operation. The technician subsequently advised me that my vehicle required new tires and an alignment.
NHTSA ODI report, 20231012
ENGINE LIGHT REPEATEDLY COMES ON INTERMITTANTLY DESPITE MULTIPLE ATTEMPTS TO REPAIR BY DEALERSHIP AND ADDRESS ERROR CODES OVER A PERIOD OF OVER 2 YEARS AND OVER 20,000 MILES (MANY OCCURRENCES BETWEEN 10K AND 31K MILES).
NHTSA ODI report, 20180426
3 of 14 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.
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Turbo failure
NHTSA ODI report, 20240203
2 of 14 total reports mention: power train.
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CAR SHIFTS INTO NEUTRAL UNEXPECTEDLY. WILL BE DRIVING AND CAR WILL SHIFT INTO NEUTRAL AND FLASH TELLING ME TO SELECT GEAR. CANNOT SELECT GEAR UNTIL I TURN THE CAR OFF AND RE-CRANK IT. HAS HAPPENED TO ME TWICE WHILE DRIVING.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180222
1 of 14 total reports mentions: visibility/wiper.
1 of 14 total reports mentions: service brakes.
SAFETY TIMELINE
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport vehicles manufactured September 17, 2014, to March 5, 2016.
Remedy: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will replace both rear license plate lamp housings, free of charge. The recall began on June 21, 2016. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837.
Campaign 16V274000 — check if this car was fixed
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LCC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2015 Discovery Sport manufactured September 17, 2014 through November 3, 2014 and 2014-2015 Range Rover Evoque vehicles manufactured July 15, 2013 through July 1,...
Remedy: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the automatic transmission serial number and if required, will update the transmission software to prevent the transmission from shifting into neutral due to a faulty crimp, free of charge.
Campaign 16V614000 — check if this car was fixed
Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2015 Land Rover Discovery Sport — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 16V274000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V614000 (power train) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2015 Land Rover Discovery Sport 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 2015 Land Rover Discovery Sport?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 57% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2015 Land Rover Discovery Sport have?
2 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.