2001 Land Rover Discovery: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2001 Land Rover Discovery: 1 recall, 13 owner complaints and up to 13 mpg combined.
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Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #00V377000 · 2000 · 59,445 vehicles
What's wrong: 114, "theft protection." water contamination of the automatic transmission oil can lead to various failure modes of the transmission. One of these failure models results in incorrect operation of the park lock function that could allow a vehicle to roll away if parked without the handbrake properly set.
Why it matters: Unintentional vehicle movement could result in a crash or personal injury.
The fix: Dealers will check the park lock function; reposition the automatic transmission breather tube; and test the automatic transmission fluid and flush if necessary.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 11 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Suspension (4): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Engine & cooling (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Brakes (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Body & structure (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2001 Land Rover Discovery has 13 owner complaints, ranking #15 of 23 Discovery model years for complaints (well below the 24 average). Complaints peaked in 2003 (3 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 2 years old, at a median of 83,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2000 (30 complaints, 1 recalls), 2002 (17 complaints, 0 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.0 L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 12 | 16 | 13 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2001 Land Rover Discovery have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2001 Land Rover Discovery. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2001 Land Rover Discovery problems?
Owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are suspension (4), engine & cooling (2), brakes (2).
What gas mileage does the 2001 Land Rover Discovery get?
EPA ratings run up to 13 mpg combined (4.0 L, Automatic 4-spd), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2001 Land Rover Discovery repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.