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Land Rover Range Rover Velar problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Range Rover Velar from 2018 to 2026: 115 owner complaints and 22 recalls across 8 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2018 (43), 2019 (27), 2020 (16). Best fuel economy: 28 mpg combined (2019).

Land Rover Range Rover Velar
Photo: Vauxford · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Engine39
Electrical36
Other / unknown30
Transmission & drivetrain13
Fuel & propulsion9
Exterior lights8
Visibility/Wiper5
Engine & cooling5

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
201834328
201922728
202021623
202131223
20224823
20233623
20244223
20261123

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Land Rover Range Rover Velar?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2018 (43), 2019 (27), 2020 (16).

How many recalls has the Land Rover Range Rover Velar had?

Across 2018–2026, NHTSA lists 22 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).