2018 Land Rover DISCOVERY SPORT

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Above Average

Quick Summary

The 2018 Land Rover DISCOVERY SPORT has 36 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 0.5x the segment average of 80. The most common issue is engine problems (22% of all complaints), specifically: 1: gearbox fault.. unable to move gearbox from park to reverse or drive 2" park brake fault. *tr.

3 crash reports

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

0.5x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems

ENGINE

8 complaints

22%

• 1: GEARBOX FAULT.. UNABLE TO MOVE GEARBOX FROM PARK TO REVERSE OR DRIVE 2" PARK BRAKE FAULT. *TR
• 1) Acceleration lags 1-2 seconds when you step on the gas pedal - have been almost hit many times when taking off at a stop light or changing lanes - very dangerous on streets, but also on the freeway. 2) Issue with electrical since the day I purchased it brand new in 2018 - auto stop-start only wor
• The vehicle has a terrible delay when accelerating from a rolling stop between 8-11 mph. If you try to accelerate and the vehicle is at this speed, the delay is about 2-3 seconds before the transmission gets it into gear.

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“1: GEARBOX FAULT.. UNABLE TO MOVE GEARBOX FROM PARK TO REVERSE OR DRIVE 2" PARK BRAKE FAULT. *TR”

— NHTSA complaint filing

TRANSMISSION

7 complaints

19%

• WHEN ENGINE COLD AND SHIFTING INTO REVERSE IT WILL TAKE ABOUT 2 SECONDS FOR CAR TO START MOVING. MY FAMILY IS PUSHING ON GAS IN THAT SMALL WINDOW. WHEN THE CAR MOVES IT IS QUICKLY ACCELERATING STARTLING THE DRIVER.
• 1: GEARBOX FAULT.. UNABLE TO MOVE GEARBOX FROM PARK TO REVERSE OR DRIVE 2" PARK BRAKE FAULT. *TR
• The vehicle has a terrible delay when accelerating from a rolling stop between 8-11 mph. If you try to accelerate and the vehicle is at this speed, the delay is about 2-3 seconds before the transmission gets it into gear.

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“WHEN ENGINE COLD AND SHIFTING INTO REVERSE IT WILL TAKE ABOUT 2 SECONDS FOR CAR TO START MOVING. MY FAMILY IS PUSHING ON GAS IN THAT SMALL WINDOW. WHEN THE CAR MOVES IT IS QUICKLY ACCELERATING STARTLING THE DRIVER.”

— NHTSA complaint filing

FUEL SYSTEM

6 complaints

17%

• TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED AN ABNORMAL FUEL ODOR. ALSO, WHILE IDLING, A PUDDLE OF FUEL COULD BE SEEN UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V087000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE); HOW
• THIS VEHICLE LOSES POWER WHILE OPERATING AT ANY SPEED. WHILE GOING 70MPH OUT OF NOWHERE IT GOES DOWN TO 40 WITHIN SECONDS WITH ZERO WARNING AND 3 ACCIDENTS HAVE ALMOST HAPPENED. IT WAS "FIXED" ONCE BY A LOCAL LAND ROVER DEALER BUT HAS HAPPENED 3 TIMES SINCE. THE "D" FOR THE DRIVE GEAR FLASHES RED
• About a year and a half ago the vehicles warning lights started show thing like check engine, coolant low, battery low, engine overheating and the fan would start running very loudly and thw start stop feature stoped workong even though it indicated it was working. I took it to the dealership and th

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED AN ABNORMAL FUEL ODOR. ALSO, WHILE IDLING, A PUDDLE OF FUEL COULD BE SEEN UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V087000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE); HOW”

— NHTSA complaint filing

OTHER

5 complaints

14%

• 1) Low Coolant warning started flashing. I had the coolant checked on two days by different people and it was full both times. Both times I was told its a sensor issue, the dealership service center should look into it and all components and replace as necessary. 2) Occasionally when putting th
• Roof panel trim blew off. This was very dangerous as I was on the highway. The panel could have hit a car behind me causing as accident. There is a technician bulletin that land rover is aware of. This is very dangerous when these panels are not secure and coming off when driving
• I was driving and the vehicle car stalled it said gear box defect and switched from reverse to drive to neutral but would not move. I think this is dangerous since my car was already in drive and suddenly stalling could've caused an accident. Luckily there was no car behind me or it would have rea

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500💥 1 crashes

“1) Low Coolant warning started flashing. I had the coolant checked on two days by different people and it was full both times. Both times I was told its a sensor issue, the dealership service center should look into it and all components and replace as necessary. 2) Occasionally when putting th”

— NHTSA complaint filing

ELECTRICAL

3 complaints

• 1) Acceleration lags 1-2 seconds when you step on the gas pedal - have been almost hit many times when taking off at a stop light or changing lanes - very dangerous on streets, but also on the freeway. 2) Issue with electrical since the day I purchased it brand new in 2018 - auto stop-start only wor
• I was driving and the vehicle car stalled it said gear box defect and switched from reverse to drive to neutral but would not move. I think this is dangerous since my car was already in drive and suddenly stalling could've caused an accident. Luckily there was no car behind me or it would have rea
• 1. What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The vehicle experienced repeated electrical, ignition, and safety‑system malfunctions, including failure to start, intermittent power loss, stalling, battery failure, and irregular electronic behav

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“1) Acceleration lags 1-2 seconds when you step on the gas pedal - have been almost hit many times when taking off at a stop light or changing lanes - very dangerous on streets, but also on the freeway. 2) Issue with electrical since the day I purchased it brand new in 2018 - auto stop-start only wor”

— NHTSA complaint filing

Estimated Repair Costs

ENGINE(~50K mi)

$500

TRANSMISSION(~50K mi)

$500

FUEL SYSTEM(~50K mi)

$500

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 36 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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ENGINE: 1: GEARBOX FAULT.. UNABLE TO MOVE GEARBOX FROM PARK TO REVERSE OR DRIVE 2" PARK BRAKE FAULT. *TR
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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TRANSMISSION: WHEN ENGINE COLD AND SHIFTING INTO REVERSE IT WILL TAKE ABOUT 2 SECONDS FOR CAR TO START MOVING. MY FAMILY IS PUSHING ON GAS IN THAT SMALL WINDOW. WHEN THE CAR MOVES IT IS QUICKLY ACCELERATING STARTLING THE DRIVER.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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FUEL SYSTEM: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED AN ABNORMAL FUEL ODOR. ALSO, WHILE IDLING, A PUDDLE OF FUEL COULD BE SEEN UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V087000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE); HOW
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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OTHER: 1) Low Coolant warning started flashing. I had the coolant checked on two days by different people and it was full both times. Both times I was told its a sensor issue, the dealership service center should look into it and all components and replace as necessary. 2) Occasionally when putting th
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)