2020 Land Rover Discovery recalls and problems

The 2020 Land Rover Discovery has 6 safety recalls and 20 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Land Rover dealer.

Recalls
6
Complaints
20
Crashes / fires
1 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 1

Recalls may cover only some 2020 Land Rover Discovery vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2020 Land Rover Discovery recalls

Recall 23V-393: Electrical System, Latches/Locks/Linkages

Reported Jun 1, 2023 · 29,861 vehicles affected · Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC

Problem: 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.

Recall 21V-668: Seat Belts

Reported Aug 26, 2021 · 32,687 vehicles affected · Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC

Problem: 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. The seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly.

Risk: An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

Fix: 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.

Recall 21V-457: Electrical System

Reported Jun 17, 2021 · 1,383 vehicles affected · Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC

Problem: Jaguar 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.

Risk: A vehicle that shuts down or loses exterior lighting while driving increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers 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.

Recall 21V-117: Exterior Lighting

Reported Feb 25, 2021 · 26,805 vehicles affected · Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC

Problem: 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."

Risk: The driver may be unaware that the high beams are illuminated, reducing visibility for oncoming traffic, and increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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.

Recall 20V-694: Electrical System

Reported Nov 10, 2020 · 11,084 vehicles affected · Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC

Problem: 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.

Risk: If the vehicle shuts down or loses exterior lighting while driving there could be an increased risk of a crash.

Fix: 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.

Recall 20V-053: Seats

Reported Jan 30, 2020 · 34 vehicles affected · Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC

Problem: Jaguar 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.

Risk: In the event of a crash, the seats may not properly secure the occupants, increasing their risk of injury.

Fix: Land 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.

2020 Land Rover Discovery problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Electrical System9
Engine4
Unknown or Other4
Structure4
Power Train3
Back Over Prevention2
Visibility2
Seat Belts1
Lane Departure1
Equipment1
Exterior Lighting1
Air Bags1

Most reported parts

  • Visibility › Windshield — 2
  • Structure › Body — 2
  • Seat Belts › Front — 1
  • Lane Departure › Blind Spot Detection — 1
  • Equipment › Electrical › Navigational System(Global Positioning System) — 1
  • Back Over Prevention › Warnings — 1
  • Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel — 1
  • Structure › Interior Panels › Dashboard — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 44,836 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2020 Land Rover Discovery complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Structure · reported Nov 4, 2026
The windshield has failed which allows water to enter the vehicle. It puts me at risk because if I were to drive it in the rain or take it through a carwash it would destroy the electrical systems in the car and leave me unable to view the speedometer, vehicle information. It could also cause the computer in the middle to quit working. I have had the car to the dealership twice already and now it is leaking again- the first time they replaced the windshield because it had been recalled. 15 months later the new windshield began to leak and the dealership resealed the windshield and now 18…
Visibility/Wiper · reported Oct 9, 2026
Vehicle suffered a catastrophic failure of the manufacturer-directed safety campaign remedy for Service Action N694 (Windshield Water Leaks). The Vehicle was brought in for service immediately after receiving the N694 Service Action Notification in September 2023. The inspection found no leaks and no action was taken. Two months later, in November 2023, the windshield began leaking water during rainstorms and was immediately brought into the dealership for service. The windshield was repaired, but not replaced which was also a remedy under the Service Action. The windshield again experienced…
Electrical System · at 44,836 miles · reported Jul 7, 2026
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 contacted and advised that once the warning message illuminated, the vehicle could shut off after approximately 22-30 miles. The vehicle was driven to the residence and was then towed to the dealer. The dealer diagnosed that the alternator had shorted due to an oil leak from the…
Visibility · at 46,000 miles · reported Jan 15, 2026
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, months after the repairs, water leaked inside the cabin of the vehicle. The water leaked from the top side of the windshield on the driver’s side. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed, and determined that the windshield seal had failed. The vehicle was not…
Unknown or Other · reported Dec 2, 2025
3 years ago my wife got in her car after a rain storm and center console was soaked in water. Leak coming from top of the windshield. Send it in for repairs. Fast forward 3 years later and it's still doing the same thing. Dealer said since it was repaired under a recall the first time that they wont repair it again. If its still leaking they obviously didn't repair the issue. Its only 5 years old

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2020 Land Rover Discovery have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 2020 Land Rover Discovery: 23V-393 (electrical system, latches/locks/linkages), 21V-668 (seat belts), 21V-457 (electrical system), 21V-117 (exterior lighting), 20V-694 (electrical system) and more. Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2020 Land Rover Discovery?

Owners report electrical system problems most often (9 reports), followed by engine (4). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 44,836 miles.

Are Land Rover recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Land Rover dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.