2017 Land Rover Discovery problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Visibility/Wiper (9) · Engine (7) · Visibility:windshield (4)
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23 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.
Safety recalls (3)
Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/Panel 2023-06-01 · campaign 23V393000 · 29,861 vehicles
Defect: 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.
Risk: 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.
Fix: 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.
Electrical System:software 2020-03-12 · campaign 20V143000 · 1,553 vehicles
Defect: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Discovery vehicles equipped with low line headlight assemblies. When towing a trailer with the trailer lights connected to the trailer socket and the vehicle's Daytime Running Lights (DRL) are on, the trailer lights may not function.
Risk: If the trailer lights are not working, following traffic won't be aware the vehicle is slowing down or stopping, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the Body Control Module software, free of charge. The recall began April 13, 2020. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N428.
Electrical System:software 2018-05-23 · campaign 18V337000 · 1,917 vehicles
Defect: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2017 Land Rover Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, and Discovery vehicles. The fuel gauge on these vehicles may indicate that the fuel level is low and illuminate the warning lamp, when the fuel tank actually has more fuel. The engine management software may also cut off the engine when the vehicle has traveled approximately 17 more miles.
Risk: If the engine were to shut off, it can cause loss of power brake assistance. An engine stall would cause a loss of drive power. Both scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will install a software update to correct the fuel level reading, free of charge. The recall began on June 22, 2018. Owners may Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N206.
Service bulletins (851)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Power Train 2026-10-07 · N881 Discovery 18SEP26 · Other
malfunction indicator lamp (mil) may illuminate if the vehicle is refueled within 15 seconds of turning the engine off.
Power Train 2026-08-21 · N881 Discovery 21AUG26 · Other
malfunction indicator lamp (mil) may illuminate if the vehicle is refueled within 15 seconds of turning the engine off.
Power Train 2026-07-17 · N881 Discovery 17JUL26 · Other
powertrain control module (pcm) software update
Power Train 2026-07-08 · N881 Discovery 16JUN26 · Other
malfunction indicator lamp (mil) may illuminate if the vehicle is refueled within 15 seconds of turning the engine off.
Unknown Or Other 2026-05-18 · N906v2 - 18MAY26 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
body control module (bcm) does not fully meet us importation requirements. the bcm requires replacement with a new component which fully meets the us importation requirements.
Power Train 2026-05-16 · N881 Discovery 15MAY26 · Other
malfunction indicator lamp (mil) may illuminate if the vehicle is refueled within 15 seconds of turning the engine off.
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What owners report
2026-09-16 · Suspension“i purchased this vehicle continue suspension fault and check engine light continues to come on daily and through out the day in driving. fuel cap i have spent over $3,000, to fix a purchased vehicle, xxx from [xxx] of land rover. i believe they sold me a lemon. to date of xxx, amber lights on dash boards since purchase. i changed the suspension, c…”
2026-02-19 · Unknown Or Other“water coming from top part of the front windshield. this was previously fixed but after few years problem persists and started causing electrical issues. i already had to replaced computer out of my pocket even it was under warranty cause did not wanted to fix it.…”
2025-10-06 · Unknown Or Other“water leak front windshield passenger side. there has been a windscreen issue for the 2018 discovery faulty install. 2017 is the same vehicle and is having the same issue. this water can leak down into the dash a create electrical issues. …”
2025-08-08 · Steering“there is a safety recall for the 2019-2020 land rover discovery models. 414-01 safety recall: startup battery ground stud - insufficient ground contact land rover tech bulletin dated 09 dec 2020 on july 25 my 2017 land rover discovery lost power, instrumentation went haywire, and steering limp as i was making a turn onto us-90. on august 5 it …”
2025-08-07 · Power Train“vehicle electronics began going crazy. the instrument cluster and gages just started flashing and pulsating. the transmission and mode selection cluster lit up like a christmas tree. the engine power and steering went limp. the transmission eventually stuck in drive. this occurred twice while driving on the roadway. the second time i had it to…”
2025-05-29 · Engine“i am filing this complaint regarding a catastrophic engine failure on my 2017 land rover discovery hse luxury with the 3.0l v6 supercharged engine. the failure was caused by a broken timing chain, which resulted in severe internal engine damage. this component failure has been confirmed by an independent land rover specialist, and the damaged parts…”
2025-03-26 · Structure:body“had engine cooling system repaired at dealer in 2023. in late 2024/early 2025 - engine coolant loss returned. we maintained engine coolant at recommended levels until we could get vehicle into dealership for diagnosis and repair. during routine local trip, low coolant light suddenly came on and immediately following that, engine stopped in the m…”
2024-10-25 · Engine“this particular vehicle comes with a plastic coolant water outlet. when the plastic melts, it causes the coolant system to fail, and the engine will overheat. the plastic can only withstand heat up to 200 degrees fahrenheit. most engines run at 195-220. there was no reason for the manufacturer to use this type of plastic. over 1,000 aftermarke…”
2024-04-05 · Visibility:windshield · 43,000 mi“the contact owns a 2017 land rover discovery. the contact stated that rainwater was entering the vehicle and the computer system was not responding due to the water intrusion. there were no warning lights illuminated. the occupants of the vehicle were also getting wet. the vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the winds…”
2024-03-22 · Visibility/Wiper“rain water leaks into passenger compartment through the top of the windshield.…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.