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Land Rover Discovery Sport problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Discovery Sport from 2015 to 2025: 178 owner complaints and 23 recalls across 11 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2016 (52), 2017 (39), 2018 (22). Best fuel economy: 22 mpg combined (2019).

Land Rover Discovery Sport
Photo: Matti Blume · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Engine62
Transmission & drivetrain42
Electrical29
Other / unknown27
Fuel & propulsion22
Brakes20
Steering14
Body & structure14

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
201521422
201625222
201723922
201812222
201902122
202051321
20212420
20222420
20233320
20243020
20251620

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Land Rover Discovery Sport?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2016 (52), 2017 (39), 2018 (22).

How many recalls has the Land Rover Discovery Sport had?

Across 2015–2025, NHTSA lists 23 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).