2019 Land rover Discovery problems
The Land Rover Discovery is a series of seven-seater family SUVs, produced under the Land Rover marque, from the British manufacturer Land Rover, and later Jaguar Land Rover. The series is currently in its fifth iteration (or generation, according to the manufacturer), the first of which was introduced in 1989, making the Discovery the first new model series since the launch of the 1970 Range Rover – on which it was based – and only the third new product line since the conception of the Land Rover (vehicle and brand) by Rover in 1948. The model is sometimes called influential, as one of the first to market a true off-road capable family car.
Although the Range Rover had originally been designed as an everyday four wheel drive car that could be used as both a utility vehicle and a family car, it had progressively moved upmarket through its life to evolve into a luxury vehicle sold at a much higher price point. The Discovery was intended to fulfill the role the Range Rover originally was intended for; a segment which was now dominated by Japanese rivals such as the Nissan Patrol, Mitsubishi Pajero and Toyota Land Cruiser. Although positioned below the Range Rover in the company's line-up, the vehicle was both longer and higher, offered more room in the back, and optionally also more seats. Space utilization became more sophisticated in later iterations, but the series keeps offering seats for seven occupants. Despite originally being sold as an affordable alternative to the Range Rover, the Discovery has also progressively moved upmarket through its successive generations to become a bonafide luxury SUV.
The second Discovery (1998) was called the Series II, and though featuring an extended rear body, was otherwise an updated facelift, which carried on the 100 in (2,540 mm) wheelbase frame and rigid, live front and rear axles of the original Range Rover into 2004.
The third iteration – succeeding the series I and II in 2004 - was either titled the Discovery 3 or simply LR3 (in North America and the Middle East). This was the first all-original design for the Discovery. Although it followed the 2002 third generation Range Rover, also switching to fully independent suspension, it still received a separate, but integrated body and frame (IBF) structure. The fourth iteration, as of 2009 – like the series II, was again mainly an update of the new generation – marketed as the Discovery 4, or Land Rover LR4 for North American and Middle Eastern markets.
The fifth iteration of the Discovery, introduced in 2017, no longer sports a numeric suffix. Unlike the previous two generations, it now benefits from a unitized body structure, making it lighter than its predecessor.
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Common 2019 Land rover Discovery problems
The Land Rover Discovery 2019 has been reported to have several common problems based on complaints from owners. One of the most significant issues is related to the infotainment system, which has been criticized for its slow response time, difficulty in recognizing touch inputs, and occasional freezing. Software updates have been released to address these glitches, but it is essential to ensure that the updates have been installed.
Another common problem reported by owners is water leaks from the windscreen, which can soak the headlining and carpets.
Vibrations from out of balance front driveshafts have also been reported to upset some owners, while a handful have suffered catastrophic engine failure with the 3.0 Sd6 V6 diesel.
Pumps for the air suspension’s airbags can fail with age, causing the Discovery 5 to list to one side, making it treacherous to drive.
In terms of recalls, a significant number of Discovery 5s were recalled in April 2019 for faulty emissions software that caused excessive CO2 emissions. This was cured with a software update.
It is important to note that the reliability of the Discovery 5 seems to be a bit of a gamble, with some owners reporting no issues while others have had significant problems, leading to frequent trips to the workshop.
What are the main problems with Land Rover Discovery?
What are the most common problems with a used Land Rover Discovery 4x4?
- Reason for recall: Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) feature will not be available.
- Reason for recall: The fuel return hose may leak. ...
- Reason for recall: Vehicles failed to routinely achieve the required levels of CO2 emissions.
What is the electrical problem with the 2019 Land Rover Discovery?
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Discovery vehicles. A loose contact between the battery ground stud and the chassis may result in various electrical faults, possibly causing a loss of electrical power or the vehicle to shut down while driving.
How long does a 2019 Land Rover Discovery last?
What is Land Rover Discovery lifespan? The estimated lifespan of a Land Rover Discovery is 296,000mi, before reaching the life expectancy upper limit. Fuel type is a major factor when looking into a vehicles lifespan/life expectancy.
What is the Discovery 5 2.0 engine failure?
Timing chain failure is a well known problem on 2.0 Ingenium diesel engines up to 2019, including those used in the Discovery 5, this is due to poor construction of the chains, causing them to stretch. This initially causes a rattling noise on cold start and sometimes a restricted performance message on the dash.
2019 Land rover Discovery car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Land rover Discovery problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Electrical system problems
- Unknown or other problems
- Engine problems
- Visibility/wiper problems
- Vehicle speed control problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2019 Land rover Discovery vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
2019 Land rover Discovery complaints
The NHTSA has received 21 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2019 Land rover Discovery.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-18
- VIN: SALRG2RVXK2
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: On May 18, 2024 at approximately 4pm, my husband turned on my 2019 Land Rover Discovery from a cold start after sitting parked for about 20 minutes. We heard a slight rattle upon start-up, so he turned the car ignition off. He restarted the car after about a minute and we did not hear the rattle. We began driving the car and after about 2-3 miles, the car started shuddering and began slowing down but did not completely stall. My husband turned off the car again and we waited for a couple of minutes and he restarted the car. It drove fine for about a mile and began shuddering/hesitating again as we were driving. Then the car made a loud warning sound, a warning light flickered on the dash and the engine completely turned off as we were driving. We were in the middle of traffic and had we been on the freeway, there would have been catastrophic consequences as the engine completely stopped. We thankfully were able to coast to a side-street on our immediate right and stopped. The engine would not turn over and my husband was unable to restart the car. I immediately made an appointment with my local Land Rover dealership for 3 days later (next available) and had the truck towed there. After inspection, they told me they believed the main bearing in the engine failed due to an oil pump failure and that the engine would need to be replaced. My truck is 5 years old and has less than 100,000 miles (only about 80K). No previous warning lights! A car this expensive and with so few miles with regular maintenance service being performed by either Land Rover or AAA, shouldn’t need a new engine. This is after I’d had the camshaft adjuster/timing chain replaced in this truck by the same dealership only 3 months prior! After speaking to the service person, he informed me that 2 other Land Rovers were sitting in the dealership waiting for the SAME engine and waiting for 4-5 months to be delivered from the manufacturer with NO ETA! Known, dangerous problem! Please help resolve!
VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-06-01
- VIN: SALRR2RK4K2
- Components: VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: The vehicle leaks water from the top, middle and top right (passenger) of the windshield. Whenever it's raining water drips down the inside of the windshield and falls on the dash. in the mornings, after heavy rains, water can be found on the drivers and passengers seat, as well as in the cupholders this waterfalls all over the central electronic system and navigation, and seems only a matter of time before these systems will fail as well. When reporting it to the dealer, the dealer mentioned that this has been a common problem for this generation discovery, however, are not willing to replace the windshield under warranty.
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-11-01
- VIN: SALRT2RV6K2
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: Seat Belt Buckle doesn't buckle. Buckle may fail and not restrain passenger.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,WHEELS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-11-01
- VIN: SALRR2RV8K2
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,WHEELS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Windshield replaced three times faulty seal, tires defected fell apart within two years less than 10,000 miles on vehicle
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-10-26
- VIN: SALRT2RV6K2
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: Multiple window register motor failures rendering windows fixed in open positions leaving driver and passengers unprotected.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-08-04
- VIN: SALRT2RV5KA
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Summary: The contact owns a 2019 Land Rover Discovery. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the rear passenger’s side door opened unintendedly. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who informed the contact she had to pay for the repairs. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V393000 (Electrical System, Lock/Latches/ Linkages) for which the VIN was included. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 104,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-07-29
- VIN: SALRG2RV9KA
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Summary: The contact owns a 2019 Land Rover. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the "Door Ajar" message was displayed. The contact stated that her daughter was seated in the rear seat when the rear driver's side door inadvertently opened while driving. The contact was able to close the rear driver's side door; however, the failure recurred, and the rear driver's side door failed to latch. The contact's husband secured the rear driver's door with a ratchet strap to prevent the door from opening. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the rear driver's side door latch was internally faulty, and the rear driver's side door latch was replaced. The dealer informed the contact that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V393000 (Electrical System, Latches, Locks, and Linkages); however, the contact had not received the recall notification. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 58,000.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-04-29
- VIN: SALRG2RV2KA
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: Windshield is leaking and during heavy rain it floods the cup holders and damages the electronics. Exactly like previous recall https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2020/MC-10173517-0001.pdf Windshield has never been replaced and the vehicle has never been in an accident.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-03-07
- VIN: SALRR2RV2KA
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2019 Land Rover Discovery. The contact stated after reversing and then shifting the vehicle into park, the warning light illuminated stating that the vehicle was in drive. The contact attempted to turn off the vehicle, but the vehicle failed to turn off. The contact disconnected the battery, and the vehicle was able to operate normally. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the dealer stated that the fuse box needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, and the manufacturer stated the vehicle warranty had expired. The failure mileage was 70,000.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-06-19
- VIN: SALRR2RV8K2
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: Suddenly, one morning on my way to work the steering became extremely heavy and the handling became very dull. The steering wheel still turned the wheels, but it required a vast amount of effort where the previous day the steering wheel could have been turned with one finger. There were no noises coming from the steering column, or warning lights associated with the defect. No smells associated with friction from parts rubbing together, either. Totally silent. I consulted the manual and no mention was made re: what was happening. It had advised to call an authorized dealer to have it inspected. A trip to the dealership confirmed that the steering gear assembly (a $5,000 part) had failed and needed to be replaced. The dealership did not make mention of this issue being common, or even having happened recently with a similar model/year. There is almost no power assistance coming through the steering, and I am worried about what could happen as a result. Perhaps the steering itself will become impossible? The dealer was uncertain as to whether it posed a greater issue or was just "an annoyance".
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-05-28
- VIN: SALRG2RV6KA
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The car will go dead. Had battery replaced at dealer on 5-28-22. 2 days later the car was dead and will not start. After messing with the negative cable where it’s connected to the chassis was able to start the car. After the car was running for about a minute the negative cable was very hot to the touch. This has been an ongoing problem with this car. After see other recalls for this battery cable issue am afraid the car could die while driving it. Our VIN is not associated with any recall. We feel the car is unsafe to drive and can also leave was stranded.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-05-15
- VIN: SALRG2RV4K2
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: On two separate occasions, the rear door latch failed on this vehicle, resulting in the door opening unexpectedly while in motion. First incident, Left Rear Door, occurred Sept 17, 2020. The second incident, Right Rear door, happened May 15, 2021. Had anyone been sitting in the rear seats at that time, they would have been at risk of falling out of the vehicle. Both incidents were confirmed and repaired by the dealer. (see attached invoices) In both cases, the door stayed closed just enough such that the open door warning on the dash did not illuminate.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-02-02
- VIN: SALRR2RV2KA
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT UNDISCLOSED SPEEDS, THE SIDE VIEW MIRRORS FOLDED IN AND OUT INDEPENDENTLY. ADDITIONALLY, THE TRUCK WOULD UNLOCK INDEPENDENTLY. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO LAND ROVER PARAMUS (405 NJ-17, PARAMUS, NJ 07652) WHERE THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED FOR UNKNOWN ELECTRICAL ISSUES HOWEVER, THE FAILURE PERSISTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND OFFERED $1,500 TOWARDS THE PURCHASE OF ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 20,000.
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-12-29
- VIN: SALRR2RV9K2
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: ONE MONTH AFTER PURCHASING MY LAND ROVER DISCOVERY I NOTICED THERE WAS A LAG TIME WHEN TRYING TO ACCELERATE WHEN MAKING A TURN. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY SAID IT SHOULD BE RESOLVED BY UPDATING THE SYSTEM. THEY UPDATED IT BUT IT CONTINUED TO HAVE THE LAG ISSUE SO I COMPLAINED AGAIN AND THEY SAID IT'S THE NATURE OF THE CAR. I TOLD THEM THIS WAS VERY DANGEROUS AND THEY CLAIM THEY HAVEN'T RECEIVED ENOUGH COMPLAINTS TO SAY IT'S AN ISSUE WITH CAR. I ALSO HAVE HAD OTHER ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS SUCH AS THE NAVIGATION SCREEN GOING BLANK WHILE DRIVING OR NOT COMING ON AT ALL AND ALSO MY REMOTE KEY FOBS DO NOT WORK ALL THE TIME. EVEN WITH THE REMOTES IN MY HAND NEAR THE CONSOLE THE CAR WILL SAY THEY ARE NOT DETECTED. I BROUGHT IT BACK TO THE DEALER AND THEY SAID THEY WERE FINE. TODAY, I RECEIVED A RECALL FROM LAND ROVER STATING THERE ARE VARIOUS ELECTRICAL ISSUES WITH CAR WHERE THE VEHICLE COULD CUT OUT WHILE IN MOTION AND MAY LOSE ALL ELECTRICAL POWER. I CALLED THE DEALERSHIP TO FIND OUT THEY ARE BOOKED OUT FOR 3 WEEKS SO I WILL HAVE TO CONTINUE TO DRIVE THIS UNSAFE CAR. I THINK IT'S VERY IRRESPONSIBLE OF LAND ROVER TO PUT OWNERS IN A POSITION TO CONTINUE TO DRIVE A VERY UNSAFE CAR. THESE CARS SHOULD BE TAKEN OFF THE ROAD.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-11-26
- VIN: SALRG2RV2KA
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: I PURCHASED A 2019 LAND ROVER ON OCTOBER 3,2020. I NOTICED ENTIRE DASHBOARD INCLUDING SEATS WINDSHIELD REAR VIEW MIRROR IS FILLED WITH WATER. I HAVE A DUAL SUNROOF, I DO NOT SEE OR FEEL ANY LEAKS. CARMAX NEITHER LANDROVER HAVE ASSISI OR FOUND PROBLEM. THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY
STEERING,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-07-07
- VIN: SALRG2RV1KA
- Components: STEERING,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: NOV 16 2019 I BOUGHT I WAS ON ROAD ON FLORIDA AND SUDDENLY ALL LIGHTS COME ON DASH BOARD I TOOK NEAR CAR DEALER HE CHECK WITH CODE READER AND EVERY THING OK I DROVE BACK TO DAYTON,OHIO SITTING AT DEALERAND I HAD SAME PROBLEM AND MY VEHICLE IS THEIR ALMOST 9 ( WEEKS ) AND I NOT FIXED YET I TRY TO CALL CORPORATE OFFICE TRY TO TALK TO THEM I AM NOT GETTING RESONSE FROM THEM LOOKS LIKE MY CAR IS NOT FIXEBLE LOOKS LIKE IT IS A LEMON SO PLEASE CAN YOU TRY OUT WHAT IS WRONG THANK YOU
STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-04-15
- VIN: SALRG2RV7K2
- Components: STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: THERE'S A WATER-PROOFING DEFECT WITH THE DISCOVERY LAND ROVER (AT LEAST 2017-2019). I PREVIOUSLY PURCHASED NEW A 2017 DISCOVERY NEW, AND WATER ENTERED FROM THE ROOF AND WINDSHIELD AND THE DEALER REPLACED IT WITH A 2019. SAME ISSUE IS OCCURRING - WITH RAIN WATER ENTERING FROM WINDSHIELD AND ROOF AND FLOODING INTERIOR OF CAR. APPEARS TO BE A DEFECT IN MANUFACTURING THAT CAUSES SAFETY ISSUES AS WATER IS LITERALLY DRIPPING ON THE DRIVER AND FRONT INTERIOR WHILE I DRIVE THE CAR.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE,VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-06-12
- VIN: SALRR2RV4KA
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE,VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: BOUGHT CAR LAST MAY, 2019, AND WITHIN FOUR MONTHS WAS BACK AND FORTH TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR REPAIRS. WATER GOT INSIDE MY VEHICLE FROM THE FRONT WINDSHIELD WITH WATER EVERYWHERE INSIDE, INCLUDING THE DASHBOARD, SCREEN AND MAIN CONSOLE. DEALERSHIP SAID IT WAS FROM THE WINDOW RECALLS, BUT MINE NEVER WAS RECALLED. THEY SAID THE SEALS WHERE FAULTY. FAULTY ENGINE O2 SENSOR (THREE FAULTY CODES) RIGHT WHEN I WAS DRIVING BACK FROM MY WINDSHIELD REPAIR. TURNED AROUND AND DROPPED CAR BACK OFF. CAMERA SYSTEM FAULT MESSAGE WAS ON THE SCREEN. THEY CLAIM NOTHING WAS WRONG. THIS WAS AFTER WATER GOT INTO MY CAR. BASICALLY, I'M JUST WAITING FOR THE NEXT THING TO HAPPEN WITH MY CAR WITH SO MUCH WATER GETTING INSIDE THE CABIN AND MAIN CONSOLE AREA. DEALERSHIP SAID THEY CAN DO NOTHING ABOUT IT AS EVERYTHING IS WORKING NOW. VEHICLE WAS SITTING OUTSIDE WHEN WATER GOT INSIDE. WHEN OTHER ITEMS HAPPENED, I WAS DRIVING. THESE HAPPENED ON JUNE OF 2019, SEPTEMBER OF 2019 AND NOVEMBER 0F 2019.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-07-01
- VIN: SALCP2FXXKH
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER AND/OR FAILED TO ACCELERATE. IN ADDITION, THE CHECK ENGINE AND COOLANT WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO LAND ROVER CARLSBAD (5550 PASEO DEL NORTE, CARLSBAD, CA 92008, (760) 494-5600) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL IGNITION AND SPARK PLUGS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND PROVIDED CASE NUMBER: 8000662736. THE CONTACT REQUESTED THE MANUFACTURER BUY BACK THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 6,000.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-02-13
- VIN: SALRT2RK7KA
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: THIS VEHICLE HAS A VERY UNSAFE CONDITION WHEN ACCELERATING AWAY FROM AN INTERSECTION, WHETHER STOPPED OR AT A LOW SPEED, THERE IS A SERIOUS LAG BEFORE ACCELERATION KICKS IN AND THE VEHICLE ACCELERATES. IT'S LIKE THE VEHICLE IS WAITING (WAY) TOO LONG TO DOWNSHIFT AND PULL AWAY, AND WANTS INSTEAD TO SLOOOOOOOWLY BUILD SPEED WHICH IS VERY UNSAFE AT INTERSECTIONS. THE ONLY ALTERNATIVE IS TO FLOOR IT, RESULTING IN UNSAFE AND JERKY ACCELERATION.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-01-10
- VIN: SALRT2RV6KA
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: VEHICLE ACCELERATOR PEDAL LAGS SIGNIFICANTLY AT LOW SPEEDS WHEN ACCELERATING AFTER SLOWING DOWN TO LESS THAN 8 MPH, CAUSING UNSAFE SITUATIONS WHEN CROSSING TRAFFIC.
2019 Land rover Discovery recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 4 recalls for different components of the 2019 Land rover Discovery.
- Manufacturer: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
- Summary: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2017-2020 Land Rover Discovery vehicles. The UniLatch Keyless Vehicle (KV) entry function may fail to properly latch the rear passenger doors, which can result in the doors opening while driving. In addition, the instrument cluster open-door warning light may fail to alert the driver of this condition.
- Consequence: Rear passenger doors that open while driving can increase the risk of a crash. An instrument cluster warning light that fails to alert the driver about unsecured doors can increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will disable the UniLatch Keyless Vehicle (KV) entry function, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 26, 2023. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N798.
- Manufacturer: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
- Summary: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC. (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, Discovery, and Range Rover Velar vehicles. The Auto High Beam (AHB) system does not indicate through the instrument cluster when the high beams are illuminated automatically. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Consequence: The driver may be unaware that the high beams are illuminated, reducing visibility for oncoming traffic, and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. The recall began April 7, 2021. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N556.
- Manufacturer: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
- Summary: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Discovery vehicles. A loose contact between the battery ground stud and the chassis may result in various electrical faults, possibly causing a loss of electrical power or the vehicle to shut down while driving.
- Consequence: If the vehicle shuts down or loses exterior lighting while driving there could be an increased risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ground stud, free of charge. The recall began December 17, 2020. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-369-1000. Land Rover's number for this recall is N400.
- Manufacturer: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2019 Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, Range Rover Velar and Discovery vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with V6 or V8 engines whose crankshaft pulley retaining bolt may fracture possibly resulting in engine failure.
- Consequence: Engine failure can increase the risk of crash.
- Remedy: Land Rover has notified owners, and dealers will replace the crankshaft pulley center retaining bolt, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2019. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N276.
Negative 2019 Land rover Discovery car reviews
Positive 2019 Land rover Discovery car reviews
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The Land Rover Discovery often gets a bad reputation due to its brand history, but the 5th generation has truly figured it all out. It's a fantastic family vehicle with incredible off-road capabilities that most people can't even imagine using to their fullest potential. The high-end interior adds a luxurious feel to the car, and while the price and service costs may be high, it's expected for a car in this segment. The sub-luxury brands are all trying to become what the Discovery already is, and it's a reliable vehicle that does everything a family needs. The HSE Luxury is my personal favorite, as it has all the cool features that other trim levels are missing. The infotainment system has received negative comments, but I found it easy to use and aesthetically pleasing. It also has Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, although I feel that it cheapens the experience. I own the HSE Luxury TD6, and while the engine is a little more sluggish than the F-Type cousin, it still has more than enough power for a 7-seater SUV that does it all. The car can comfortably fit full-size adults in all three rows, and the back bench is just another cool feature that Land Rover has added to stay true to its brand.It drives well for its size, but not like a sports car. If you're looking for sport performance, you might want to consider other options. However, this vehicle excels in so many other areas! It offers a smooth and comfortable ride, with a feeling that it's ready to go off-road at any moment. This is a vehicle that knows what it is and gets a 5-star rating for doing exactly what it's designed to do. We absolutely love it! UPDATE: We've owned our Disco for 3 years now, and it's the best vehicle we've ever had. We looked at comparable pricing and mid-size SUVs, including the Highlander, Palisade, and Telluride. At a decent trim level, they were all priced between 60k to 70k plus, but we found a 2-year-old Disco for 50k. At first, I was skeptical, but the more I researched, the more I liked it. Its off-road performance is outstanding (just watch the videos on this thing), and it's superb for around-town driving, like carrying kids to soccer practices. It's not the fastest vehicle out there, and if you're looking for a sporty SUV, this might not be the vehicle for you. However, it is a sub-luxury SUV that looks aggressive just sitting there in the parking lot, is unique enough to be recognizable, and has so many creature comforts to keep everyone in the vehicle happy (all 7 seats have bum warmers - an absolute perk in colder climates!). We can fit full-size adults in all 7 seats (I'm 6'4 and fit in every seat), and while climbing into the back row does require a bit of agility, the space inside is remarkable for a mid-size SUV.
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Initially, the infotainment system was terrible, but the latest update has made it at least average. The car rides great and handles snow with no problem. However, during a recent heavy rain, it started leaking down the front center light area, which was very disappointing. After 1.5 years, I still love the Disco overall, despite some first model year quality issues. The infotainment system has improved significantly, but it still requires several updates a year, which can be a hassle. Although the windshield leaked during a rainstorm, the dealer quickly fixed it. In my opinion, this is the best vehicle I have ever owned. Live it!
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I'm so glad to hear that you're enjoying your new car! It sounds like everything is working great and you're getting good gas mileage. It's great to hear that the engine is powerful and that the car feels luxurious inside. I understand that the trunk space behind the 3rd row is a bit limited, but it's good to hear that your kids love the 3rd row. It sounds like you did a lot of research before making your purchase, and I'm happy to hear that you feel like you made the right decision. Thank you for sharing your experience with us!
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Congratulations on your purchase of a certified pre-owned '19 Discovery! It's wonderful to hear that you're enjoying it so much. The air suspension sounds like a fantastic feature, making towing a breeze. It's great to know that the vehicle performs well off-road and has been reliable for you. The interior, with its soft leather, must be a joy to sit in. The 7 year, 100,000 CPO warranty is definitely a great value for your money. Thank you for the tip about the HUD, it sounds like a worthwhile investment!
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We took a leap of faith and went for a great deal on a 2018 leftover lease for the Disco, despite potential reliability issues. I absolutely love the Diesel! The drivetrain is excellent and is shared with the big dog Range Rover. It's smooth, powerful, and quiet. With an overall 25 MPG in mixed driving for this 5000lb tank, I can't imagine needing anything more. The interior is beautiful and obviously spacious, with excellent LED headlights. The seats are super comfortable and the seating position is commanding. At this point, we haven't had any issues. The only nitpicks are the less than bright interior lights and having to use an exterior EZ pass due to the heated windshield. I even like the in control app, which, in our experience, does what it's supposed to do!
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Are you having problems with your 2019 Land rover Discovery?
Madyson Gleason 2025-06-17
We purchased this car due to the VW buyback program. We previously owned a Touareg TDI and were looking for another diesel vehicle. The Discovery met all our requirements: solid build quality, diesel efficiency, great handling, and ample storage space. Its price was also lower than that of a comparably equipped BMW X5/Mercedes. We also considered a Q7, but unfortunately, there is no diesel option. We have driven just over 2K miles in the month we have had it, and the fuel economy with 50/50 city/highway is spot on at 25.1mpg. We can't wait to take it on a road trip and see what it can do. It is a great riding vehicle, and we have taken it off-road a few times at our farm, and it handled great. We are looking forward to testing it in the snow. This is the most expensive vehicle we have ever purchased, but getting our money back from VW was a major factor in deciding to buy it. We did have a minor issue with the rear driver's side door, but the dealer will fix it. There was also a rattle in the exhaust shield, but that was easily fixed. So far, we have not experienced any leaks or other issues. The car is very quiet and handles well for a vehicle of its size and weight. We highly recommend this car. ****Update**** We now have nearly 9000 miles on the vehicle. Here are the highlights: The vehicle needs snow tires for winter driving in Wisconsin. The OEM tires are not suitable for snow and ice. The 4WD system is great, and the winter driving mode is incredible, but the tires could be improved. We had an issue with the DEF sensor in the extreme cold (we had a week of -10F), but it was remedied after several days at the dealership. Our family appreciated the heated 2nd row seats, heated windshield, washer fluid nozzles, rear camera, and headlight washers. It was great on a road trip, and we got 31mpg @ 73mph on the interstate. The vehicle has plenty of room. The DEF consumption is high, so we recommend having extra on hand, but don't overfill the tank, as it confuses the sensor, which could lead to an engine shutdown.The navigation system could use some improvement, as it lacks voice commands. Unfortunately, this makes it much easier to use Google Maps on the iPhone. On the bright side, the upgraded Meridian entertainment system has great sound quality. However, the Land Rover App interface could use some work, as it tends to drop connection to the phone, causing the streaming to stop. It would be great if it had Apple CarPlay. On the other hand, the Bluetooth phone system works great, with very little background noise and clear voice transmission. Although there is a voluntary fix for the suspension, I haven't had the chance to schedule time to take the vehicle in for the 45-minute installation of a new part. I got the vehicle stuck in both mud and snow on our farm, but was able to get it unstuck using some of the fancy 4WD settings, which was pretty cool. Overall, it's a good car that could be even better with a few tech updates and better cold weather tires.********Update August 2019*******~29000 milesThe car has had some issues, with glitches here and there. It was in the shop for a tailgate that was out of alignment, DEF heater/pump issues, interior panels coming loose, and the back-up camera and entertainment system working intermittently. I never could get the hands-free tailgate to work consistently, and there were additional electronic gremlins. It took forever to get a replacement windshield after it was destroyed by an errant golf ball while on the way to meet a client. Although it still gets great fuel economy, the reliability is questionable, and the dealership service staff were very inconsistent. I was worried about future issues, costly maintenance, and low resale value, so I traded it in for a 2019 VW Atlas. Now, we don't have to worry about anything other than crappy fuel economy.
Mohamed Adams 2025-06-08
In January 2020, I had a change of heart regarding Land Rover's failure to honor my vehicle warranty in a reasonable timeframe. My 2018 Discovery HSE LUX experienced a failed front windshield seal, which allowed significant rainwater intrusion into the cabin. This caused damage to the headliner, center console, and passenger side floorboard. Despite repeated trips to the dealer, the Vox Navigation software deficiency and other stated warranty issues remain unresolved. However, LR USA acknowledged and corrected all concerns in Spring 2020 and has most recently issued a windshield recall to correct systemic windshield/sealant issues. Despite these issues, I still love my 2018 LR Discovery, which remains a comfortable, versatile, and mechanically reliable ride. I have recently submitted a Lemon complaint to LR USA Customer Relations and am awaiting their review and feedback. For the record, the Voice Navigation system has never worked and is the absolute worst of any vehicle I have ever owned. On a positive note, my wife and I enjoyed an enjoyable and informative morning driving through the snow-covered trails during a Land Rover off-road excursion at the Biltmore Estate the winter prior to making the purchase. It's worth the time if you're new to the LR Brand.When we were ready to move into a new SUV, the LR dealer allowed us to test drive our new Discovery over a long weekend before making the decision to buy. The beautiful design and color combo caught our eye right off the showroom floor. We fell in love! It has been a great road trip and weekend getaway SUV - fun to drive, comfortable, and roomy. The HUD is very cool and it handles well, while being quiet on the road. It has plenty of power and a surprisingly smooth transmission. It is functional and has accommodated 7 adults, carried my bikes, and towed my 6500 lb boat all with equal ease. Take time to learn the infotainment system - you won't be disappointed. Overall, we are very pleased with our purchase!
Olaf Feil 2025-05-03
We recently purchased a Land Rover Discovery for our family of six, but unfortunately, we have had some issues with the car's reliability. During the first two months of ownership, we experienced a number of problems, including jerking during acceleration, infotainment screen freezes, air conditioning issues, and constant error messages on the dashboard. We have found Land Rover America's customer service to be less than satisfactory, which is disappointing given the luxury price of the car. While we have had a negative experience with this particular vehicle, we appreciate the opportunity to share our feedback and hope that Land Rover will take steps to improve their product and customer service in the future.
Cale Ullrich 2025-05-02
Hello! I hope you're doing well. I wanted to share my experience with my 2017 Discovery Diesel that I purchased in November 2017. Unfortunately, I've had to take it to the dealership multiple times for various reasons. One of the issues was a leaking windshield, which took a few months to replace. Even after the replacement, I noticed some condensation forming in the vehicle. The dealership took it back and removed the carpeting to let it dry out. However, I recently noticed what appears to be a melted spot on the rear spoiler, just to the left of the LED light. The dealership suggested that I or someone/something must have caused it, but I'm not sure how it happened. I've shown it to several people, but no one seems to know either. I'm disappointed to hear that the spoiler replacement could cost $1500, not to mention the additional cost of painting it. If you have any suggestions or advice, I would greatly appreciate it. Thank you for your time!
Brice Lubowitz 2025-03-09
The 2107 Discovery has been a disappointment, and the customer service from Alan's Rover North America and Warren Henry North Dade has been subpar. Despite four attempts to repair the electrical issues with the computer and infotainment system, the problem persisted. After filing for a final attempt, which also failed, I had to fight with Warren Henry Land Rover North Dade and Land Rover North America to get my money back. Although I had been a client of Warren Henry and Land Rover for 12 years, I was extremely dissatisfied with the way they handled my case. Eventually, I settled for two of the seven payments I made, along with accessories and a settlement. While my experience with the dealer and manufacturer was disappointing, I believe that there are better options out there. I cannot recommend buying from Warren Henry or Land Rover. They have lost me as a client forever, and I will make sure to share my experience with others.