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2017 Land Rover Discovery Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 55 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Land Rover Discovery, most often about the electrical (33% of complaints, typically around 25,000 miles). It is the most complained-about Discovery model year since 2000 and has 3 recalls.
Most common 2017 Land Rover Discovery problems
Electrical
18 complaints · 33%Half of these problems showed up before 25,000 miles.
There is a very serious issue in landrover Discovery 2017 that abruptly shuts down the engine for no apparent reason. On nov 20th, 2020 my wife was travelling to pittsburgh pa on route 76 pa turnpike. Near bradfordford, pa the engine suddenly shut itself down without any pre-warning. The car stalled with no ability or…
First three days before 5/14/2019 the seatbelts lights were on and off, and on may14/2019 I was on my way to work the car just stop in the middle of the road. .. The break were locked.
Visibility and wipers
14 complaints · 26%Half of these problems showed up before 15,000 miles. Parts named most often: windshield, sun/moon roof assembly.
The contact owns a 2017 Land Rover Discovery. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the front passenger side door was opened and the contact noticed water inside the cab. The contact stated that the water entered from the seal of the windshield. The vehicle was taken to jaguar Land Rover anaheim hills…
The contact owns a 2017 Land Rover Discovery. The contact stated that while it rained, the front passenger's and driver's side filled up with water. The vehicle was taken to Land Rover alexandria (2712 duke st, alexandria, va 22314, ([phone]) where the sun roof and windshield were inspected. The technician determined…
Other or unspecified
13 complaints · 24%Half of these problems showed up before 10,000 miles.
I was driving on main road at the speed limit (45 MPH). I had slowed down as I observed a car pulling out ahead of me onto the road. As I gave my vehicle gas in order to get back up to speed, I felt a pause in the engine and then the car completely lost power- the engine stopped, the red battery icon appeared on the…
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Engine
13 complaints · 24%Car seems to loose power. Shutters and almost stalls when giving gas. Happens at random. Was told to switch fuel brands didn't help. Vehicle does it mainly when doing a califonia stop. Happens mainly on city streets. No matter how much gas is given car still shutters no power and slows until car resolve issue. Vehicle…
I was driving on main road at the speed limit (45 MPH). I had slowed down as I observed a car pulling out ahead of me onto the road. As I gave my vehicle gas in order to get back up to speed, I felt a pause in the engine and then the car completely lost power- the engine stopped, the red battery icon appeared on the…
Transmission
6 complaints · 11%Car seems to loose power. Shutters and almost stalls when giving gas. Happens at random. Was told to switch fuel brands didn't help. Vehicle does it mainly when doing a califonia stop. Happens mainly on city streets. No matter how much gas is given car still shutters no power and slows until car resolve issue. Vehicle…
The contact owns a 2017 Land Rover Discovery. The contact stated that the vehicle dial for park or drive get stuck. The contact stated that she had to turn the vehicle off then on for the dial to go into park. The contact stated that when she pull up on the dial some time it would move. The vehicle was not taken to a…
Body and structure
6 complaints · 11%Parts named most often: body, interior panels.
The contact owns a 2017 Land Rover Discovery. The contact stated that water was leaking from the front driver-side visor. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer however, the mechanic was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the failure recurred. The…
The contact owns a 2017 Land Rover Discovery. The contact stated that during a rainstorm water entered the vehicle. The rainwater entered the vehicle from the upper passengerâs side windshield. The water then traveled down onto the dashboard. The contact stated that the failure was present while driving and while…
Fuel system
5 complaints · 9%First three days before 5/14/2019 the seatbelts lights were on and off, and on may14/2019 I was on my way to work the car just stop in the middle of the road. .. The break were locked.
I was driving on main road at the speed limit (45 MPH). I had slowed down as I observed a car pulling out ahead of me onto the road. As I gave my vehicle gas in order to get back up to speed, I felt a pause in the engine and then the car completely lost power- the engine stopped, the red battery icon appeared on the…
Doors and locks
5 complaints · 9%Parts named most often: doors, hatchback/liftgate.
The contact owns a 2017 Land Rover Discovery. The contact stated that while driving at 20 MPH, the passenger's side rear door unlatched while his daughter was seated in rear passenger seat. The contact pulled to the side of the roadway and attempted to close the door however, the door failed to latch securely. The…
The contact owns a 2017 Land Rover Discovery. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 23v393000 (electrical system, latches/locks/linkages) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2017 Land Rover Discovery recalls
Electrical: instrument cluster/panel
Risk: Rear passenger doors that open while driving can increase the risk of a crash. An instrument cluster warning light that fails to alert the driver about unsecured doors can increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will disable the unilatch keyless vehicle (kv) entry function, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed july 26, 2023. Owners may contact land rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land rover's number for this recall is n798.
Full defect summary
Jaguar land rover north america, llc (land rover) is recalling certain 2017-2020 land rover discovery vehicles. The unilatch keyless vehicle (kv) entry function may fail to properly latch the rear passenger doors, which can result in the doors opening while driving. In addition, the instrument cluster open-door warning light may fail to alert the driver of this condition.
Electrical: software
Risk: If the trailer lights are not working, following traffic won't be aware the vehicle is slowing down or stopping, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Land rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the body control module software, free of charge. The recall began april 13, 2020. Owners may contact land rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land rover's number for this recall is n428.
Full defect summary
Jaguar land rover north america, llc (land rover) is recalling certain 2017-2018 discovery vehicles equipped with low line headlight assemblies. When towing a trailer with the trailer lights connected to the trailer socket and the vehicle's daytime running lights (drl) are on, the trailer lights may not function.
Electrical: software
Risk: If the engine were to shut off, it can cause loss of power brake assistance. An engine stall would cause a loss of drive power. Both scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Land rover will notify owners, and dealers will install a software update to correct the fuel level reading, free of charge. The recall began on june 22, 2018. Owners may land rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land rover's number for this recall is n206.
Full defect summary
Jaguar land rover north america, llc (land rover) is recalling certain 2017 land rover range rover, range rover sport, and discovery vehicles. The fuel gauge on these vehicles may indicate that the fuel level is low and illuminate the warning lamp, when the fuel tank actually has more fuel. The engine management software may also cut off the engine when the vehicle has traveled approximately 17 more miles.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2017 Land Rover Discovery
- What are the most common problems with the 2017 Land Rover Discovery?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: electrical (18 complaints, typically around 25,000 miles); visibility and wipers (14 complaints, typically around 15,000 miles); other or unspecified (13 complaints, typically around 10,000 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2017 Land Rover Discovery have?
- 3 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from June 1, 2023 (electrical). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2017 a bad year for the Land Rover Discovery?
- It is the most complained-about Discovery model year since 2000, with 55 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.