2021 Land Rover Discovery
Only 10 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 10 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 10
- Recalls
- 5
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2021
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2021: 10 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 15 |
| 1995 | 49 |
| 1996 | 65 |
| 1997 | 35 |
| 1998 | 33 |
| 1999 | 17 |
| 2000 | 30 |
| 2001 | 13 |
| 2002 | 17 |
| 2003 | 48 |
| 2004 | 29 |
| 2006 | 2 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 55 |
| 2018 | 37 |
| 2019 | 38 |
| 2020 | 19 |
| 2021 | 10 |
| 2022 | 10 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 8 |
| 2025 | 0 |
| 2026 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 10 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
8 of 10 total reports mention: electrical system.
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While driving my 2021 Land Rover Discovery (MHEV) in active traffic, the vehicle suddenly displayed an âElectrical system fault â Stop safelyâ warning.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-01-02
MHEV vehicle is offline; car completely shut down, resulting in loss of power on the road.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-04-08
I own a 2021 Land Rover Discovery with VIN [XXX] , and I am experiencing issues that align with the national recall for the MHEV battery.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-01-13
Power train
4 of 10 total reports mention: power train.
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Received an error message stating reduced traction only 2 wheel drive and to drive with caution. Took it to the dealer to discover the software was not programmed for the 4wd…
NHTSA ODI report, 2021-10-09
Steering
1 of 10 total reports mentions: steering.
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After 2000 miles of driving, I received a warning that I had reduced traction and needed to drive with caution. When I took vehicle to dealer they determined the âinitial configuration was not completeâ.
NHTSA ODI report, 2021-10-09
Fuel/propulsion system
1 of 10 total reports mentions: fuel/propulsion system.
Engine
1 of 10 total reports mentions: engine.
Safety timeline
5 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2021-08-10Electrical system21V457000 Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Land Rover Discovery vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the ground stud, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 10, 2021. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N607.
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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 system26V248000 Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Velar and Land Rover Discovery, 2020-2023 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque, 2019-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, 2020-2024 Land Rover Range...
Remedy: The remedy for this recall is currently under development. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed June 17, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available.
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Date not on fileAir bags26V389000 Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2020-2026 Land Rover Defender, 2021-2026 Discovery, and 2022-2026 Range Rover vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will apply a protective lubricant gel to the driverâs air bag connector terminals, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed August 7, 2026.
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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 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 8 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Steering: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 26V248000 · Electrical system
- Recall 26V389000 · Air bags
- Recall 26V599000 · Electrical system
- Recall 21V457000 · Electrical system
- Recall 21V668000 · Seat belts
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2021 Land Rover Discovery 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?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 80% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2021 Land Rover Discovery have?
- 5 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.