2020 Land Rover RANGE ROVER VELAR

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Excellent Reliability

Quick Summary

The 2020 Land Rover RANGE ROVER VELAR has 21 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 0.3x the segment average of 80. The most common issue is engine problems (29% of all complaints), specifically: the land rover velar was purchase on january 25, 2020 from stevens creek jaguar land over of san jose, ca. when it reached 1600 miles, i found that the vehicle had the oil leakage phenomenon. there is a lot of oil at the bottom of the vehicle. i suspected that there was a leakage problem when the ve.

1 injury

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

0.3x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems

ENGINE

6 complaints

29%

• THE LAND ROVER VELAR WAS PURCHASE ON JANUARY 25, 2020 FROM STEVENS CREEK JAGUAR LAND OVER OF SAN JOSE, CA. WHEN IT REACHED 1600 MILES, I FOUND THAT THE VEHICLE HAD THE OIL LEAKAGE PHENOMENON. THERE IS A LOT OF OIL AT THE BOTTOM OF THE VEHICLE. I SUSPECTED THAT THERE WAS A LEAKAGE PROBLEM WHEN THE VE
• THE CAR BASICALLY SHUT DOWN WHILE RUNNING. IT STARTED TO SHAKE AND THAN JUST POWERED DOWN, TWICE. ACCORDING TO THE DEALERSHIP THERE IS AN ISSUE WITH THE "PURGE SYSTEM" THEY OLD ME THE VEHICLE WAS RELEASED TO EARLY . THERE IS AN ISSUE WITH THE SOFTWARE AND MANAGEMENT SYSTEM. THE CAR IS UNSAFE TO D
• Engine seized (failed) just under 90k miles. I bought this car used in 2021 with only 7k miles on the vehicle and I've had it serviced as recommended by the manufacturer. The engine failed without warning and left me owing $23k on a useless vehicle. The manufacturers warranty was expired, so I'm lef

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

“THE LAND ROVER VELAR WAS PURCHASE ON JANUARY 25, 2020 FROM STEVENS CREEK JAGUAR LAND OVER OF SAN JOSE, CA. WHEN IT REACHED 1600 MILES, I FOUND THAT THE VEHICLE HAD THE OIL LEAKAGE PHENOMENON. THERE IS A LOT OF OIL AT THE BOTTOM OF THE VEHICLE. I SUSPECTED THAT THERE WAS A LEAKAGE PROBLEM WHEN THE VE”

— NHTSA complaint filing

ELECTRICAL

4 complaints

19%

• I IMMEDIATELY HAD PROBLEMS WITH ELECTRICAL. WARNING SYSTEMS INTERMITTENTLY NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY, SCREEN RANDOMLY CHANGING DURING DRIVING AND DEFAULTING TO SETTINGS THAT REQUIRE ME TO PULL OVER, STOP CAR AND RESTART AS IN REBOOTING A COMPUTER. LANE KEEP ASSIST INTERMITTENT. BRIGHTS INTERMITTENT.
• I am writing to bring to your attention a series of critical malfunctions I have experienced with the InControl Touch Pro infotainment system in my 2020 Range Rover Velar. The persistent issues outlined below pose a significant safety risk and warrant immediate action through a comprehensive vehicle
• Summary: Remote start causes repeated, predictable failure of critical safety systems including traction control, hill descent control, and automatic emergency braking. Description of Problem: When the vehicle is started using the factory app for phones, the lower infotainment screen (the climate/dr

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

“I IMMEDIATELY HAD PROBLEMS WITH ELECTRICAL. WARNING SYSTEMS INTERMITTENTLY NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY, SCREEN RANDOMLY CHANGING DURING DRIVING AND DEFAULTING TO SETTINGS THAT REQUIRE ME TO PULL OVER, STOP CAR AND RESTART AS IN REBOOTING A COMPUTER. LANE KEEP ASSIST INTERMITTENT. BRIGHTS INTERMITTENT. ”

— NHTSA complaint filing

OTHER

3 complaints

14%

• I IMMEDIATELY HAD PROBLEMS WITH ELECTRICAL. WARNING SYSTEMS INTERMITTENTLY NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY, SCREEN RANDOMLY CHANGING DURING DRIVING AND DEFAULTING TO SETTINGS THAT REQUIRE ME TO PULL OVER, STOP CAR AND RESTART AS IN REBOOTING A COMPUTER. LANE KEEP ASSIST INTERMITTENT. BRIGHTS INTERMITTENT.
• I am writing to bring to your attention a series of critical malfunctions I have experienced with the InControl Touch Pro infotainment system in my 2020 Range Rover Velar. The persistent issues outlined below pose a significant safety risk and warrant immediate action through a comprehensive vehicle
• I'm writing to report a serious safety issue with my 2020 Range Rover Velar's power tailgate. While I was inside the cargo area, the tailgate began closing on its own/unexpectedly. On a separate occasion, it closed on my [XXX] son while he was in the cargo area-I had to push him out of the way to pr

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

— NHTSA complaint filing

DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS

3 complaints

14%

• I IMMEDIATELY HAD PROBLEMS WITH ELECTRICAL. WARNING SYSTEMS INTERMITTENTLY NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY, SCREEN RANDOMLY CHANGING DURING DRIVING AND DEFAULTING TO SETTINGS THAT REQUIRE ME TO PULL OVER, STOP CAR AND RESTART AS IN REBOOTING A COMPUTER. LANE KEEP ASSIST INTERMITTENT. BRIGHTS INTERMITTENT.
• Summary: Remote start causes repeated, predictable failure of critical safety systems including traction control, hill descent control, and automatic emergency braking. Description of Problem: When the vehicle is started using the factory app for phones, the lower infotainment screen (the climate/dr
• Summary: Remote start causes repeated, predictable failure of critical safety systems including traction control, hill descent control, and automatic emergency braking. Description of Problem: When the vehicle is started using the factory app for phones, the lower infotainment screen (the climate/dr

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

— NHTSA complaint filing

FUEL SYSTEM

2 complaints

10%

• THE CAR BASICALLY SHUT DOWN WHILE RUNNING. IT STARTED TO SHAKE AND THAN JUST POWERED DOWN, TWICE. ACCORDING TO THE DEALERSHIP THERE IS AN ISSUE WITH THE "PURGE SYSTEM" THEY OLD ME THE VEHICLE WAS RELEASED TO EARLY . THERE IS AN ISSUE WITH THE SOFTWARE AND MANAGEMENT SYSTEM. THE CAR IS UNSAFE TO D
• At approximately 39,000 miles, my 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar developed a coolant leak from the front lower crossover in the engine valley. A repair facility confirmed the issue and recommended replacement of the front upper and lower crossovers, water pump, and hoses. The repair estimate is $

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

“THE CAR BASICALLY SHUT DOWN WHILE RUNNING. IT STARTED TO SHAKE AND THAN JUST POWERED DOWN, TWICE. ACCORDING TO THE DEALERSHIP THERE IS AN ISSUE WITH THE "PURGE SYSTEM" THEY OLD ME THE VEHICLE WAS RELEASED TO EARLY . THERE IS AN ISSUE WITH THE SOFTWARE AND MANAGEMENT SYSTEM. THE CAR IS UNSAFE TO D”

— NHTSA complaint filing

Estimated Repair Costs

ENGINE(~50K mi)

$500

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS(~50K mi)

$500

FUEL SYSTEM(~50K mi)

$500

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

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 21 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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ENGINE: THE LAND ROVER VELAR WAS PURCHASE ON JANUARY 25, 2020 FROM STEVENS CREEK JAGUAR LAND OVER OF SAN JOSE, CA. WHEN IT REACHED 1600 MILES, I FOUND THAT THE VEHICLE HAD THE OIL LEAKAGE PHENOMENON. THERE IS A LOT OF OIL AT THE BOTTOM OF THE VEHICLE. I SUSPECTED THAT THERE WAS A LEAKAGE PROBLEM WHEN THE VE
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ELECTRICAL: I IMMEDIATELY HAD PROBLEMS WITH ELECTRICAL. WARNING SYSTEMS INTERMITTENTLY NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY, SCREEN RANDOMLY CHANGING DURING DRIVING AND DEFAULTING TO SETTINGS THAT REQUIRE ME TO PULL OVER, STOP CAR AND RESTART AS IN REBOOTING A COMPUTER. LANE KEEP ASSIST INTERMITTENT. BRIGHTS INTERMITTENT.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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OTHER: I IMMEDIATELY HAD PROBLEMS WITH ELECTRICAL. WARNING SYSTEMS INTERMITTENTLY NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY, SCREEN RANDOMLY CHANGING DURING DRIVING AND DEFAULTING TO SETTINGS THAT REQUIRE ME TO PULL OVER, STOP CAR AND RESTART AS IN REBOOTING A COMPUTER. LANE KEEP ASSIST INTERMITTENT. BRIGHTS INTERMITTENT.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS: I IMMEDIATELY HAD PROBLEMS WITH ELECTRICAL. WARNING SYSTEMS INTERMITTENTLY NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY, SCREEN RANDOMLY CHANGING DURING DRIVING AND DEFAULTING TO SETTINGS THAT REQUIRE ME TO PULL OVER, STOP CAR AND RESTART AS IN REBOOTING A COMPUTER. LANE KEEP ASSIST INTERMITTENT. BRIGHTS INTERMITTENT.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)