2021 Land Rover Discovery Sport
Only 4 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 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2021
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2021: 4 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2015 | 14 |
| 2016 | 52 |
| 2017 | 39 |
| 2018 | 22 |
| 2019 | 22 |
| 2020 | 13 |
| 2021 | 4 |
| 2022 | 4 |
| 2023 | 4 |
| 2024 | 0 |
| 2025 | 6 |
Known problem areas
Only 4 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
2 of 4 total reports mention: power train.
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My Land Rover Discovery Sport has experienced six separate stalling / loss-of-propulsion events, all of which created dangerous highway situations.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-01-06
Major misfires in the engine cylinders at 56800 miles. I bought the car from Willis Auto in Des Moines Ia in October of 2021 Brand new. I am the one and only driver/owner of this vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-11-09
Also filed under Engine
Engine
2 of 4 total reports mention: engine.
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The vehicle has a transmission problem. The vehicle will shut off at a stop and will come out of gear. I have been sitting at a traffic light and when the light turns green the car will not move (it goes back into neutral).
NHTSA ODI report, 2021-09-24
Steering
1 of 4 total reports mentions: steering.
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The ignition does not turn on or the car will not power on with the key. The car has been at the dealership for a month and they have been unable to repair what is clearly an electronic problem with the vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2022-09-24
Also filed under Electrical system
Electrical system
1 of 4 total reports mentions: electrical system.
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2021-10-20Seat belts21V668000 Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2021 Range Rover, 2022 Range Rover Sport, 2020-2021 Range Rover Velar, Discovery Sport, 2020-2022 Discovery, and Defender vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed October 20, 2021. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N630.
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Date not on fileElectrical system26V599000 Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2019-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, 2020-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque, Land Rover Range Rover, Land Rover Discovery Sport, Land Rover Defender, 2021-2024 Land Rover...
Remedy: Dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed November 13, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available.
Buy-smart checklist
2021 Land Rover Discovery Sport — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Steering: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 26V599000 · Electrical system
- Recall 21V668000 · Seat belts
FAQ
- Is the 2021 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 2021 Land Rover Discovery Sport?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2021 Land Rover Discovery Sport have?
- 2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.