Land Rover Discovery Sport recalls
Recalls to 31 Oct 2026, from DVSA's file. Each recall shows its own launch date.
DVSA lists 19 safety recalls naming the Land Rover Discovery Sport, launched from 2015 to 2026. Most recalls cover only cars built in certain dates or chassis number ranges, so check a specific car on GOV.UK's recall check.
Land Rover Discovery Sport recalls at a glance
- Recalls
- 19
- 2015 to 2026
- Latest recall
- 12 June 2026
- R/2025/553
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
Every Land Rover Discovery Sport recall
Newest first. The concern is the part or system affected, the defect is what can go wrong, and the remedy is what the manufacturer does to put it right.
E-PACE F-PACE Defender Discovery Sport Range Rover Evoque and Range Rover Velar PHEV Traction Battery Fire Risk
R/2025/553, launched 12 June 2026. Also covers the Defender, Range Rover Evoque, Range Rover Velar
Defect: 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.
Remedy: Vehicles will be inspected by the retailer and as required at-risk battery packs will be replaced.
Gear Shift Module Moisture Ingress
R/2025/436, launched 30 October 2025. Also covers the Range Rover, Range Rover Evoque, Range Rover Sport
Defect: 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.
Remedy: Affected vehicles will have the Gear Shift Module replaced.
Electric Power Inverter Converter B (EPICB) Software Update
R/2025/280, launched 5 August 2025. Also covers the Range Rover Evoque
Defect: 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.
Remedy: 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.
AJ21-D4 Turbo Oil Feed Pipe Leak - Incorrectly Repaired
R/2025/178, launched 28 May 2025. Also covers the Range Rover Evoque, Range Rover Velar
Defect: 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.
Remedy: Replace oil feed pipe O-rings and fit replacement pipe clamp correctly.
Security Guidance
R/2025/149, launched 9 May 2025. Also covers the Discovery, Range Rover, Range Rover Evoque, Range Rover Sport, Range Rover Velar
Defect: 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.
Remedy: Vehicle registered keepers will be sent a security guidance letter only - there is no repair action.
Security Enhancement
R/2024/146, launched 27 January 2025. Also covers the Discovery, Range Rover, Range Rover Evoque, Range Rover Sport
Defect: For affected vehicles the manufacturer has developed a software enhancement to further increase vehicle security.
Remedy: The software enhancement will deploy this update and reduce the theft risk.
AJ21-D4 Turbo Oil Feed Pipe Leak
R/2024/113, launched 26 June 2024. Also covers the Range Rover Evoque, Range Rover Velar
Defect: Affected vehicles have a Turbocharger oil feed pipe that may over time loosen and lead to an oil leak
Remedy: Replace the Turbocharger oil feed pipe O-rings and install an additional clamp.
Security Enhancement
R/2024/145, launched 15 March 2024. Also covers the Defender, Discovery, Range Rover, Range Rover Evoque, Range Rover Velar
Defect: For affected vehicles the manufacturer has developed a software enhancement to further increase vehicle security.
Remedy: The software enhancement will deploy this update and reduce the theft risk.
Right-hand side lower A Pillar bolt that may not have been tightened to the correct torque.
R/2024/112, launched 12 March 2024, 782 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: 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.
Remedy: Check bolt and tighten to correct torque if necessary.
DAMAGED FRONT SEAT BELT PRE TENSIONER TUBE MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED ON THE SEAT BELT RETRACTOR
R/2022/222, launched 19 August 2022, 2,981 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Defender, Discovery, Range Rover Sport, Range Rover Velar
Defect: Damaged front seat belt pretensioner tube may have been installed on the seat belt retractor.
Remedy: Inspect the seat belt pretensioner tube for damage and if damage is identified the seat belt retractor will be replaced.
THE RUBBERISED FUEL RETURN HOSE ASSEMBLY MAY HAVE BEEN INCORRECTLY MANUFACTURED
R/2021/231, launched 25 June 2021, 7,502 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Range Rover Evoque, Range Rover Velar
Defect: The rubberised fuel return hose assembly may have been incorrectly manufactured.
Remedy: Inspect the date code on the fuel return pipe and replace the part if necessary.
AN ELECTRICAL OVERLOAD MAY CAUSE A FAILURE OF THE METAL OZIDE SEMICONDUCTOR FIELD EFFECT TRANSISTOR
R/2020/322, launched 13 November 2020, 45,275 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Range Rover Evoque
Defect: An electrical overload event in the 48Volt (V) electrical system may cause a failure of the Metal Oxide Semiconductor Field Effect Transistor.
Remedy: The vehicles will be updated with the latest software which mitigates the electrical failure condition.
VEHICLES FAILED TO ROUTINELY ACHIEVE THE REQUIRED LEVELS OF CO2 EMISSIONS
R/2019/049, launched 10 April 2019, 4,779 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Discovery, Range Rover Evoque, Range Rover Sport, Range Rover Velar
Defect: Vehicles failed to routinely achieve the required levels of CO2 emissions.
Remedy: Update the vehicle software to the latest version.
FUEL MAY LEAK
R/2018/036, launched 13 March 2018, 1,537 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the All New Discovery, Range Rover, Range Rover Evoque, Range Rover Sport, Range Rover Velar
Defect: 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.
Remedy: On affected vehicles replace the fuel rail with a correctly manufactured version.
LOCKING RING MAY BE INCORRECTLY ASSEMBLED
R/2017/153, launched 23 May 2017, 479 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Range Rover Evoque
Defect: 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.
Remedy: 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.
SEAT BELT PRETENSIONER MAY NOT DEPLOY
R/2016/303, launched 31 December 2016, 8,628 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Range Rover, Range Rover Sport
Defect: 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.
Remedy: Recall all affected vehicles to check the pre-tentioner and if required replace it with a new quality assured component.
SHORT CIRCUIT MAY OCCUR
R/2016/302, launched 31 December 2016, 9,261 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Range Rover Evoque
Defect: 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.
Remedy: On affected vehicles inspect harness and repair as necessary. Fit new bracket and secure harness.
FUEL MAY LEAK
R/2016/131, launched 3 August 2016, 37,059 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Range Rover Evoque
Defect: 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).
Remedy: 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.
GLASS PANEL MAY DETACH WITHOUT WARNING
R/2015/258, launched 23 December 2015, 1 vehicle affected across the models it covers
Defect: A rework where bonded glass was removed and refitted may have used an incorrect combination of adhesive preparation chemicals and glass adhesive.
Remedy: 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.
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
What to do next
If you own a Land Rover Discovery Sport, check its registration on GOV.UK and ask a Land Rover dealer whether any recall work is outstanding. If you are buying one, ask the seller for proof the work was done, and run a Motoring Insider history check for finance, write-offs and the MOT history.