Land Rover Discovery Sport reliability
The Land Rover Discovery Sport fails its MOT less often than most cars 6 to 10 years old: 17.8% of 61,334 tests failed in 2023, against 24.4% on average.
19 DVSA recalls for the Land Rover Discovery Sport
Most cover a batch of cars built in a set period, and dealers fix them free. Sweep’s check shows the recalls for a car’s age and whether the DVSA has one outstanding.
E-PACE F-PACE Defender Discovery Sport Range Rover Evoque and Range Rover Velar PHEV Traction Battery Fire Risk
Vehicles have experienced thermal overload which may manifest in smoke or fire that may occur underneath the rear of the vehicle where the high voltage traction battery is located. The root cause is not yet known and investigations are continuing. A vehicle thermal overload condition such as fire or smoke can result in increased risk of occupant injury and/or injury to persons outside the vehicle as well as property damage.
Fix: Vehicles will be inspected by the retailer and as required at-risk battery packs will be replaced.
Recalled models: DISCOVERY SPORT · 369 vehicles
Gear Shift Module Moisture Ingress
On Affected vehicles it is possible that moisture has entered the Gear Shift Module (GSM) during the assembly process. Under certain conditions there is a risk that this moisture could result in non-illumination of the Light Emitting Diode (LED) indicating the selected gear. Non-illumination of the LED gear indicator adjacent to the shifter would not conform to regulated requirements for automatic transmission control position indicator illumination.
Fix: Affected vehicles will have the Gear Shift Module replaced.
Recalled models: DISCOVERY SPORT · 3 vehicles
Electric Power Inverter Converter B (EPICB) Software Update
On affected vehicles due to a software issue in the Electric Power Inverter Converter B (EPICB) it is possible that as the high voltage battery depletes during driving in EV mode the engine may not restart when the state of charge reduces and the vehicle will therefore lose power. There will not be an associated warning to the driver.
Fix: Vehicle’s software to be updated in the Electric Power Inverter Converter B (EPICB) and other modules as required to ensure complete cross-module integration. In parallel an over-the-air update will be rolled out and customers who successfully complete this update will not need to visit a retailer.
Recalled models: DISCOVERY SPORT · 9,298 vehicles
AJ21-D4 Turbo Oil Feed Pipe Leak - Incorrectly Repaired
On affected vehicles the turbocharger oil feed pipe clamp may have been installed in the incorrect orientation. Incorrectly installed pipe clamp will not provide sufficient clamp load and therefore risk an oil leak.
Fix: Replace oil feed pipe O-rings and fit replacement pipe clamp correctly.
Recalled models: DISCOVERY SPORT · 22 vehicles
Security Guidance
Jaguar Land Rover in conjunction with law enforcement and insurance bodies is aware of the increase in thefts of vehicles in specific geographical locations within the United Kingdom. there is no fault with Jaguar Land Rover's security systems and they continue to meet stringent automotive legislation. Jaguar Land Rover is offering owners guidance on how to maximise vehicle security and protect against theft.
Fix: Vehicle registered keepers will be sent a security guidance letter only - there is no repair action.
Recalled models: DISCOVERY SPORT · 6,722 vehicles
Security Enhancement
For affected vehicles the manufacturer has developed a software enhancement to further increase vehicle security.
Fix: The software enhancement will deploy this update and reduce the theft risk.
Recalled models: DISCOVERY SPORT · 87,669 vehicles
AJ21-D4 Turbo Oil Feed Pipe Leak
Affected vehicles have a Turbocharger oil feed pipe that may over time loosen and lead to an oil leak
Fix: Replace the Turbocharger oil feed pipe O-rings and install an additional clamp.
Recalled models: DISCOVERY SPORT · 10,523 vehicles
Security Enhancement
For affected vehicles the manufacturer has developed a software enhancement to further increase vehicle security.
Fix: The software enhancement will deploy this update and reduce the theft risk.
Recalled models: DISCOVERY SPORT · 9,761 vehicles
Right-hand side lower A Pillar bolt that may not have been tightened to the correct torque.
Affected vehicles may have a right-hand side lower A Pillar bolt that may not have been tightened to the correct torque. In the event of a crash the body structure may be impaired increasing the risk of injury to the occupants of the vehicle.
Fix: Check bolt and tighten to correct torque if necessary.
Recalled models: DISCOVERY SPORT · 782 vehicles
Damaged front seat belt pre tensioner tube may have been installed on the seat belt retractor
Damaged front seat belt pretensioner tube may have been installed on the seat belt retractor.
Fix: Inspect the seat belt pretensioner tube for damage and if damage is identified the seat belt retractor will be replaced.
Recalled models: DISCOVERY SPORT · 2,981 vehicles
The rubberised fuel return hose assembly may have been incorrectly manufactured
The rubberised fuel return hose assembly may have been incorrectly manufactured.
Fix: Inspect the date code on the fuel return pipe and replace the part if necessary.
Recalled models: DISCOVERY SPORT · 7,502 vehicles
An electrical overload may cause a failure of the metal ozide semiconductor field effect transistor
An electrical overload event in the 48Volt (V) electrical system may cause a failure of the Metal Oxide Semiconductor Field Effect Transistor.
Fix: The vehicles will be updated with the latest software which mitigates the electrical failure condition.
Recalled models: DISCOVERY SPORT · 45,275 vehicles
Vehicles failed to routinely achieve the required levels of co2 emissions
Vehicles failed to routinely achieve the required levels of CO2 emissions.
Fix: Update the vehicle software to the latest version.
Recalled models: DISCOVERY SPORT · 4,779 vehicles
Fuel may leak
The brazing of the fuel rail end caps is inconsistent and may not correctly seal the fuel rail ends. Fuel vapour and liquid fuel leaks can occur over time. This can lead to a liquid fuel leak into the engine bay.
Fix: On affected vehicles replace the fuel rail with a correctly manufactured version.
Recalled models: DISCOVERY SPORT · 1,537 vehicles
Locking ring may be incorrectly assembled
The locking ring retaining the fuel delivery module into the fuel tank may not have been correctly assembled onto the fuel tank during the tank assembly process. The driver may smell an increase in fuel odour and in some circumstances with the vehicle static there could be liquid fuel underneath the rear of the vehicle which in the presence of an ignition source could lead to a fire. It is also possible for fuel to leak onto the road surface which in the case of diesel fuel can present a skid hazard to other road users increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and inspect the fuel pump module retaining ring ensuring it is tightened to the correct specification if required.
Recalled models: DISCOVERY SPORT · 479 vehicles
Short circuit may occur
Vehicles included in safety recall R/2016/302 (P075) have received a modification which has subsequently been determined as not durable for the life of the vehicle. The engine harness may chafe on an engine bracket and cause engine malfunction. In extreme cases the engine may cut out.
Fix: On affected vehicles inspect harness and repair as necessary. Fit new bracket and secure harness.
Recalled models: DISCOVERY SPORT · 9,261 vehicles
Seat belt pretensioner may not deploy
It has been identified by the seat belt Pre-Tensioner manufacturer that the pre-tensioner initiator generant mix ratio does not meet specification. This can therefore result in the initiator not functioning correctly which can lead to none activation of the pre-tensioner.
Fix: Recall all affected vehicles to check the pre-tentioner and if required replace it with a new quality assured component.
Recalled models: DISCOVERY SPORT · 8,628 vehicles
Fuel may leak
The under bonnet fuel hoses routed on top of the engine may chafe against a plastic moulded noise suppressing material retaining posts on the underside of the engine top cover. The fuel hoses can over time chafe through the protective sleeve and fuel hose. Should the fuel hose wear through there will be an increased diesel fuel odour due to diesel fuel leaking. If this warning is ignored diesel fuel may leak onto the exhaust manifold (potential fire hazard) or onto the road surface (potential skid hazard).
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and ensure the securing washers are pushed fully home. Additionally remove 8mm from the plastic moulded retaining posts. The tape wrapped around the fuel hose protective sleeve and the fuel hose will be visually inspected and replaced if there are signs of damage.
Recalled models: DISCOVERY SPORT · 37,059 vehicles
Glass panel may detach without warning
A rework where bonded glass was removed and refitted may have used an incorrect combination of adhesive preparation chemicals and glass adhesive.
Fix: Owner will be instructed to take vehicle to a Land Rover dealer who will remove the affected glazing panels and re-assemble using the correct specification bonding agents.
Recalled models: DISCOVERY SPORT · 1 vehicles
Checking a Land Rover Discovery Sport before you buy
Look at the parts above at the viewing, and read the car’s own MOT history: advisories for the same parts suggest the problem is already starting. Sweep’s free check shows every MOT, advisory and mileage reading for a registration.