Is the 2021 Land Rover Range Rover Velar 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 Range Rover Velar?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2021 Land Rover Range Rover Velar have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

2021 Land Rover Range Rover Velar

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2021 Land Rover Range Rover Velar
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:45:03.943Z

Only 13 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 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 13
Recalls: 3
Investigations: 0
Top problem: —

Complaints per year

2021: 13 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2018	43
2019	27
2020	16
2021	13
2022	8
2023	5
2024	2
2026	1

Known problem areas

Only 13 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Electrical system

5 of 13 total reports mention: electrical system.

CRASHFIRE

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My fuel light came on and I stopped to fill up with gas. While pumping, the pump clicked off multiple times. I knew it was not full. I got it to 17 gallons and left. As I was driving, I noticed the vehicle did not sound normal when shifting.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-13

Also filed under Service brakes and forward collision avoidance

Well maintained vehicle Iâve been sole owner of. Driving normally along highway at normal speed. Electrical issue warning alert pops up, immediately goes away. This happened again, car fills with smoke and is immediately on fire.

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-12-13

Also filed under Engine

The contact owns a 2021 Land Rover Range Rover Velar. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V248000 (Electrical System).

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-23

Steering

2 of 13 total reports mention: steering.

CRASHINJURY

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In wet, rainy conditions, the dynamic stability control malfunctioned and would not cede control back to the driver. As a result, the vehicle crashed into the guardrail, causing injury to an passenger.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-04-15

While driving at 55mph on a smooth surface the car steered itself irratically upon which I had to fight the steering wheel to keep in my lane, this has happened twice on smooth dry surface at 55mph.

NHTSA ODI report, 2021-11-29

Service brakes

2 of 13 total reports mention: service brakes.

CRASH

Seat belts

2 of 13 total reports mention: seat belts.

Engine

2 of 13 total reports mention: engine.

FIRE

Safety timeline

3 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 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 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.

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Buy-smart checklist

2021 Land Rover Range Rover Velar — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Electrical system: 5 reports on file for this year.
Steering: 2 reports on file for this year.
Service brakes: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 26V248000 · Electrical system
Recall 26V599000 · Electrical system
Recall 21V668000 · Seat belts

FAQ

Is the 2021 Land Rover Range Rover Velar 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 Range Rover Velar?: The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2021 Land Rover Range Rover Velar have?: 3 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.