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2020 Land Rover Discovery

HybridGasDiesel
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
4 EPA-rated configurations
Data refreshed 2026-09-11
F
Safety Signal
35 / 100 from the NHTSA recall record
Recalls1 critical9
Complaintsowner reports to NHTSA30
Crash ratingNHTSA overall—
Fuel economybest combined, EPA23 mpg
20262025202420232022202120202019201820172016
Active NHTSA advisory: park outside and away from structures until repaired. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and see the recall details below.

The 2020 Land Rover Discovery is sold in the U.S. as a hybrid, gas and diesel compact SUV with 4 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Discovery, is EPA-rated at 23 mpg combined. NHTSA lists 9 recall campaigns for this model year, 1 rated critical, which gives it a Safety Signal grade of F. Owners have filed 30 complaints, most often about the electrical system.

Specs & fuel economy

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov
ConfigurationPowertrainDriveEngine / motorCityHwyCombAnnual fuel*
Discovery Sport MHEVHybridAWD2.0L 4-cyl turbo + 48V Li-Ion192421$3,700
Discovery SportGasAWD2.0L 4-cyl turbo192421$3,700
DiscoveryGas4WD3.0L 6-cyl162118$4,300
DiscoveryDiesel4WD3.0L 6-cyl turbo212623$3,900

*EPA estimate at 15,000 miles/year at EPA reference fuel and electricity prices. fueleconomy.gov record ids: 42261, 41968, 41782, 41783.

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Recalls (9)

Source: NHTSA recall database
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Electrical System

D126 H575
170,169 vehicles
ProblemJaguar 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 Rover, 2020 Land Rover Discovery Sport, 2020-2024 Land Rover Defender, 2021-2024 Jaguar F-Pace, and 2021-2022 Jaguar E-Pace mild-hybrid electric vehicles (MHEVs.) The DC-DC converter can fail due to an internal fault in the boost control microchip. A failure of the DC-DC converter will result in a loss of 12-Volt system charging and can lead to complete loss of drive power and exterior lighting.RiskA loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.FixThe 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. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 800-637-6837. Land Rover's numbers for this recall are D126 and H575.
NHTSA campaign 26V248000reported Apr 17, 2026Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC
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Latches/Locks/Linkages

N798
29,861 vehicles
ProblemJaguar 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.RiskRear 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.FixDealers 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.
NHTSA campaign 23V393000reported Jun 1, 2023Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC
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Seat Belts

N630
32,687 vehicles
ProblemJaguar 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. The seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly.RiskAn unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.FixDealers 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.
NHTSA campaign 21V668000reported Aug 26, 2021Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC
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Electrical System

N607
1,383 vehicles
ProblemJaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Land Rover 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.RiskA vehicle that shuts down or loses exterior lighting while driving increases the risk of a crash.FixDealers 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.
NHTSA campaign 21V457000reported Jun 17, 2021Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC
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Exterior Lighting

N556
26,805 vehicles
ProblemJaguar 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."RiskThe driver may be unaware that the high beams are illuminated, reducing visibility for oncoming traffic, and increasing the risk of a crash.FixLand 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.
NHTSA campaign 21V117000reported Feb 25, 2021Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC
○minor

Electrical System

N516
23 vehicles
ProblemJaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2020 Discovery Sport and Range Rover Evoque vehicles. A software error may cause the instrument cluster to randomly alternate the speedometer and odometer units between Miles Per Hour (MPH) and Kilometers Per Hour (KM/H) without driver input to the display unit. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Control and Displays."RiskThe changing displays may cause driver distraction or confusion and possibly result in excessive speed, which can increase the risk of a crash.FixLand Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. The recall began January 19, 2021. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N516.
NHTSA campaign 20V751000reported Dec 3, 2020Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC
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Electrical System

N400
11,084 vehicles
ProblemJaguar 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.RiskIf the vehicle shuts down or loses exterior lighting while driving there could be an increased risk of a crash.FixLand 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.
NHTSA campaign 20V694000reported Nov 10, 2020Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC
!critical

Electrical System

N503
Park outside3,048 vehicles
ProblemJaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2020 Land Rover Discovery Sport and Range Rover Evoque MHEV vehicles. The 48 volt electrical system may experience an overload event, causing a failure of the Metal Oxide Semiconductor Field Effect Transistor (MOSFET) and result in a DCDC converter electrical short-circuit.RiskAn electrical short-circuit increases the risk of a fire.FixLand Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. Owners are advised to exit the vehicle when it is parked and park outside away from buildings or structures until the repair is complete. The recall began December 8, 2020. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-369-1000. Land Rover's number for this recall is N503.
NHTSA campaign 20V683000reported Nov 5, 2020Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC
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Seats

N422
34 vehicles
ProblemJaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2020 Discovery vehicles. The second row seat frame assembly may be missing fasteners, resulting in a seat frame with insufficient strength.RiskIn the event of a crash, the seats may not properly secure the occupants, increasing their risk of injury.FixLand Rover will notify owners, and dealers will replace the second row seat frame, tightening the bolts properly, free of charge. The recall began April 20, 2020. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N422.
NHTSA campaign 20V053000reported Jan 30, 2020Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC

Owner complaints

Source: NHTSA complaint database
30complaints filed

2 involved a crash · 1 a fire · 2 injuries · 1 deaths reported

Filed per year: 2021: 3 · 2022: 4 · 2023: 4 · 2024: 7 · 2025: 7 · 2026: 5

Most-cited components

Electrical System11
Engine10
Unspecified6
Power Train6
Structure5
Back Over Prevention2

What owners describe

“The engine timing chain, timing chain tensioner, and chain guides failed/stretched prematurely at 54,715 miles. The parts are currently installed in the vehicle / available for inspection upon request. Premature failure or slipping of the timing chain tensioner can cause the engine to misfire, skip timing, or fail cata…”Jul 29, 2026 · Power Train · NHTSA owner report
“The contact owns a 2020 Land Rover Discovery. The contact stated that after his wife had started the vehicle, the "Charging System Malfunction" warning message illuminated. The contact stated that the driver had previously experienced intermittent loss of motive power for short periods while driving. The dealer was con…”Jul 7, 2026 · Electrical System · NHTSA owner report
“The contact owns a 2020 Land Rover Discovery. The contact stated that while the vehicle was at the dealer for maintenance, the contact was made aware of TSB: SSM74710 for the windshield seals. The vehicle was inspected under the TSB: SSM74710 (Failed Windshield Seals). The contact stated that on a separate occasion, mo…”Jan 15, 2026 · Visibility · NHTSA owner report

Complaint counts are raw owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects, and scale with how many were sold. Use them to spot patterns, not to rank.

Crash ratings

Source: NHTSA NCAP

NHTSA has not published 5-Star crash ratings for this model year.

Other Discovery model years

A

2026 Land Rover Discovery

1 recalls · 1 complaints

C

2025 Land Rover Discovery

3 recalls · 5 complaints

F

2024 Land Rover Discovery

6 recalls · 7 complaints

F

2023 Land Rover Discovery

6 recalls · 10 complaints

F

2022 Land Rover Discovery

5 recalls · 13 complaints

D

2021 Land Rover Discovery

5 recalls · 11 complaints

C

2019 Land Rover Discovery

4 recalls · 59 complaints

D

2018 Land Rover Discovery

5 recalls · 58 complaints

D

2017 Land Rover Discovery

5 recalls · 93 complaints

B

2016 Land Rover Discovery

2 recalls · 57 complaints

Sources & method

Safety Signal starts every model-year at 100 and subtracts points per open NHTSA recall campaign by severity: critical 15 (fire risk, park-outside or do-not-drive advisories), high 8 (brakes, steering, airbags, loss of drive power, structure, battery), moderate 6, minor 3 (software, labels, lighting fixed by an update). Floor 35. A ≥ 90, B ≥ 80, C ≥ 70, D ≥ 60, otherwise F. Complaint counts and NHTSA crash ratings are shown separately and are not blended into the grade.

EPA figures come from fueleconomy.gov vehicle records. Recalls, complaints, investigations and crash ratings come from NHTSA's public flat files, refreshed weekly.

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