2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport
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 |
|---|---|
| 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
26% of complaints: power train — 13 distinct reports on file.
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2016 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED IN TRAFFIC AND THE TRANSMISSION WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED WITH A BEEPING NOISE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20190318
PULLED INTO PARKING SPOT. PUT CAR IN REVERSE. PRESSED GAS. CAR JUMPED FORWARD AT A FAST SPEED. ROLLED OVER CURB AND THROUGH FENCE. HIT BRAKE. STOPPED AN INCH BEFORE GOING DOWN A 5 FOOT DROP.
NHTSA ODI report, 20170217
1. Gear shifter module. 2. Gear shifter remained stuck in drive and wouldnât not go into neutral/park/reverse etc.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240103
26% of complaints: engine — 13 distinct reports on file.
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2016 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED IN TRAFFIC AND THE TRANSMISSION WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED WITH A BEEPING NOISE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20190318
PULLED INTO PARKING SPOT. PUT CAR IN REVERSE. PRESSED GAS. CAR JUMPED FORWARD AT A FAST SPEED. ROLLED OVER CURB AND THROUGH FENCE. HIT BRAKE. STOPPED AN INCH BEFORE GOING DOWN A 5 FOOT DROP.
NHTSA ODI report, 20170217
The timing chain broke on an uphill and evidently ruined the entire engine. I was stuck in the middle of a 2 lane road with no shoulder on a hill. I had to direct traffic for 45 minutes to avoid any crashes or my car being rear ended.
NHTSA ODI report, 20231023
14% of complaints: service brakes — 7 distinct reports on file.
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The braking system failed, specifically a brake line rupture/failure that resulted in a complete loss of braking function. The vehicle is currently located at AAA or IAA facility, because it was totaled after an accident.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260526
12% of complaints: structure — 6 distinct reports on file.
10% of complaints: steering — 5 distinct reports on file.
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2016 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED IN TRAFFIC AND THE TRANSMISSION WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED WITH A BEEPING NOISE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20190318
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, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Land Rover Discovery Sport vehicles manufactured May 30, 2016, to August 24, 2016, and 2016-2017 Range Rover Evoque vehicles manufactured June 7, 2016, to...
Remedy: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will replace the hardware that connects the front lower control arm to the knuckle, free of charge. The recall began on January 27, 2017. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837.
Campaign 16V889000 — check if this car was fixed
Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (13 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (13 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 16V274000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V889000 (suspension) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2016 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 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 26% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2016 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.