What are the most common problems with the 2020 Land Rover Discovery?

The electrical system has the most complaints at 13. The engine follows with 10.

Does the 2020 Land Rover Discovery have recalls?

Yes. The by-year data shows 10 recalls for this model year. See the Recalls section on this page.

Is the 2020 Land Rover Discovery reliable?

Owner reports point to electrical trouble first. Read the problems section and the recall list before you decide.

What is the MPG of the 2020 Land Rover Discovery?

See the fuel economy section on this page.

2020 Land Rover Discovery Problems, Recalls and MPG

Q: How many complaints are there for the 2020 Land Rover Discovery?

NHTSA has 32 owner complaints on file.

NHTSA has 32 owner complaints on file for this Discovery^[1]. The electrical system is the biggest group, with 13 complaints^[2].

32owner complaints^[1]

10recalls^[3]

18–23MPG combined (EPA)^[4]

Problems
Recalls
Fuel economy
Safety
Engine and size
By year
Verdict
FAQ

Most reported problems

Here are the complaint groups in NHTSA data, biggest first.

Electrical System. 13 complaints^[2]. Owners describe warning lights lighting up, the car shutting off at a stop, and parking sensors that miss objects. Some stories mention a loose ground wire and trouble that came back after a repair.
Engine. 10 complaints^[5]. In the stories we read, owners describe rough idling, cars that hesitate when asked to pull away, and screens going dark with the car refusing to start. Some of these overlap with the electrical stories.
Power Train. 6 complaints^[6]. Owners describe a gear selector that blinks, sudden power loss, and a worn engine part that failed early.
Unknown Or Other. 6 complaints^[7]. These reports do not name one clear part.
Structure. 5 complaints^[8]. Owners describe water leaking into the cabin and reaching electronics, a roof rail that came loose on the highway, and suspension trouble.
Brakes. 2 complaints^[9].
Lane Departure. 2 complaints^[10].
Back Over Prevention. 2 complaints^[11].

Recalls

Newest first. Each recall covers only certain vehicles, so not every 2020 Discovery is necessarily included.

Electrical System › Propulsion System › Dc/Dc Converter (26V599), September 2026. About 23,677 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[12]
Electrical System › Propulsion System › Dc/Dc Converter (26V248), April 2026. About 170,169 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[13]
Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel (23V393), June 2023. About 29,861 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, injury. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[14]
Seat Belts › Rear/Other › Retractor (21V668), August 2021. About 32,687 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, injury. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[15]
Electrical System › 12V/24V/48V Battery (21V457), June 2021. About 1,383 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[16]
Exterior Lighting › Lighting Control Module › Software (21V117), February 2021. About 26,805 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, reduced visibility. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[17]
Electrical System › Instrument Panel › Speedometer/Odometer (20V751), December 2020. About 23 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[18]
Electrical System › 12V/24V/48V Battery (20V694), November 2020. About 11,084 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[19]
Electrical System › Software (20V683), November 2020. About 3,048 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: fire. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[20]
Seats › Mid/Rear Assembly (20V053), January 2020. About 34 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, injury. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[21]

Fuel economy

EPA ratings depend on the engine and drive. Annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not prices when the car was new.

Version	City / highway / combined MPG	Annual fuel cost
Discovery, 3.0L 6-cyl, Automatic (S8), Premium, 4-Wheel Drive^[22]	16 / 21 / 18	$4,550
Discovery, 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, Automatic (S8), Diesel, 4-Wheel Drive^[4]	21 / 26 / 23	$4,150
Discovery Sport, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, Automatic (S9), Premium, All-Wheel Drive^[23]	19 / 24 / 21	$3,900
Discovery Sport MHEV, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, Automatic (S9), Premium, All-Wheel Drive^[24]	19 / 24 / 21	$3,900

Safety ratings

NHTSA lists these versions as not rated: SUV 4WD^[25], SUV 4WD^[26].

Engine and size

Horsepower is the rating listed for EPA test vehicles.

Engine	Horsepower
2020 Land Rover Discovery with 2.0L 4-cylinder^[27]	240 to 290 hp
2020 Land Rover Discovery with 3.0L 6-cylinder^[28]	258 to 340 hp

These are Canadian-market specifications from Transport Canada, so US models can differ slightly.

Version	Length	Width	Height	Wheelbase	Curb weight
DISCOVERY^[29]	196 in	78 in	73 in	115 in	4,846 lb
DISCOVERY SPORT 5 SEAT^[30]	181 in	74 in	68 in	108 in	4,039 lb
DISCOVERY SPORT 7 SEAT^[31]	181 in	74 in	68 in	108 in	4,211 lb

How 2020 compares with other years

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for each Discovery model year. The 2020 is highlighted^[3].

Show the numbers

Model year	Complaints	Recalls
1995	53	4
1996	75	3
1997	37	2
1998	33	1
1999	53	8
2000	70	10
2001	44	6
2002	51	3
2003	111	3
2004	51	1
2015	14	2
2016	57	2
2017	94	5
2018	59	5
2019	60	4
2020	32	10
2021	15	6
2022	15	6
2023	11	7
2024	8	7
2025	6	3
2026	1	1

NHTSA's counts for the Discovery show 32 complaints and 10 recalls for 2020^[3]. Among the 22 model years listed, 7 have fewer complaints than 2020 and 14 have more^[3]. The fewest complaints are for 2026 (1) and the most are for 2003 (111)^[3]. These counts are not adjusted for sales, so treat them as a rough guide. The chart above shows every year.

Should you buy a used 2020 Discovery?

These are unverified reports sent to NHTSA, and one complaint can name several parts. The electrical system leads the list^[2], and the engine comes next^[5]. The stories we read often link water leaks and wiring to other faults. The page also shows 10 recalls for this model year^[3]. Check the recall section and ask a dealer about open work before you buy.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2020 Land Rover Discovery?: The electrical system has the most complaints at 13^[2]. The engine follows with 10^[5].
Does the 2020 Land Rover Discovery have recalls?: Yes. The by-year data shows 10 recalls for this model year^[3]. See the Recalls section on this page.
How many complaints are there for the 2020 Land Rover Discovery?: NHTSA has 32 owner complaints on file^[1].
Is the 2020 Land Rover Discovery reliable?: Owner reports point to electrical trouble first^[2]. Read the problems section and the recall list before you decide.
What is the MPG of the 2020 Land Rover Discovery?: See the fuel economy section on this page.

Keep exploring

Other model years of the Land Rover Discovery

1998 33 complaints, 1 recall
2000 70 complaints, 10 recalls
2001 44 complaints, 6 recalls
2002 51 complaints, 3 recalls
2003 111 complaints, 3 recalls
2016 57 complaints, 2 recalls
2017 94 complaints, 5 recalls
2018 59 complaints, 5 recalls
2019 60 complaints, 4 recalls
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2020 Ford Escape 1,902 complaints, 25 recalls

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Facts and sources

NHTSA has 32 owner complaints on file for the 2020 Land Rover Discovery (2 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 2 injuries, 1 deaths reported). NHTSA vehicle records
13 complaints name the electrical system component group (0 crashes, 1 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
Owner complaints and recalls for every Land Rover Discovery model year (chart above). NHTSA recall database
EPA rating for Discovery, 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, Automatic (S8), Diesel, 4-Wheel Drive: 21 city / 26 highway / 23 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $4,150. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
10 complaints name the engine component group (0 crashes, 1 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
6 complaints name the power train component group (0 crashes, 1 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
6 complaints name the unknown or other component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 2 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
5 complaints name the structure component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
2 complaints name the brakes component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
2 complaints name the lane departure component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
2 complaints name the back over prevention component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
Recall 26V599, filed September 17, 2026: Electrical System › Propulsion System › Dc / Dc Converter. NHTSA recall database
Recall 26V248, filed April 17, 2026: Electrical System › Propulsion System › Dc / Dc Converter. NHTSA recall database
Recall 23V393, filed June 1, 2023: Electrical System › Instrument Cluster / Panel. NHTSA recall database
Recall 21V668, filed August 26, 2021: Seat Belts › Rear / Other › Retractor. NHTSA recall database
Recall 21V457, filed June 17, 2021: Electrical System › 12V / 24V / 48V Battery. NHTSA recall database
Recall 21V117, filed February 25, 2021: Exterior Lighting › Lighting Control Module › Software. NHTSA recall database
Recall 20V751, filed December 3, 2020: Electrical System › Instrument Panel › Speedometer / Odometer. NHTSA recall database
Recall 20V694, filed November 10, 2020: Electrical System › 12V / 24V / 48V Battery. NHTSA recall database
Recall 20V683, filed November 5, 2020: Electrical System › Software. NHTSA recall database
Recall 20V053, filed January 30, 2020: Seats › Mid / Rear Assembly. NHTSA recall database
EPA rating for Discovery, 3.0L 6-cyl, Automatic (S8), Premium, 4-Wheel Drive: 16 city / 21 highway / 18 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $4,550. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
EPA rating for Discovery Sport, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, Automatic (S9), Premium, All-Wheel Drive: 19 city / 24 highway / 21 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,900. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
EPA rating for Discovery Sport MHEV, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, Automatic (S9), Premium, All-Wheel Drive: 19 city / 24 highway / 21 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,900. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, SUV 4WD: not rated. NHTSA vehicle records
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, SUV 4WD: not rated. NHTSA vehicle records
EPA Test Car List, 2020 Land Rover Discovery with 2.0L 4-cylinder: rated 240 to 290 hp depending on version. www.epa.gov
EPA Test Car List, 2020 Land Rover Discovery with 3.0L 6-cylinder: rated 258 to 340 hp depending on version. www.epa.gov
Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, DISCOVERY: length 196 in, width 78 in, height 73 in, wheelbase 115 in, curb weight 4,846 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, DISCOVERY SPORT 5 SEAT: length 181 in, width 74 in, height 68 in, wheelbase 108 in, curb weight 4,039 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, DISCOVERY SPORT 7 SEAT: length 181 in, width 74 in, height 68 in, wheelbase 108 in, curb weight 4,211 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov

Complaints submitted to NHTSA by owners; unverified reports, one complaint can name several components. Complaint counts are not normalized by sales; compare years of the same model, not different models. EPA annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not the price when the car was new. Horsepower is the rating listed for EPA test vehicles. Dimensions are Canadian-market specifications and can differ slightly from US models.

2020 Land Rover Discovery: problems, recalls and fuel economy