2019 Land Rover Discovery Safety Report
2019 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY Safety Report
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2019 Land Rover Discovery
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2019 Land Rover Discovery. It connects recall campaigns, owner complaint patterns, service bulletins, sibling model years, component issue hubs, and the model buying guide so a shopper or owner can move from a single report into the wider safety graph.
| Signal | Value | What to inspect next |
|---|---|---|
| Recall burden | High (4) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | Moderate (30) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 2 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Electrical System | Compare electrical system issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2022 | Compare against the 2022 Land Rover Discovery with 5 complaints and 2 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2018 | Check the 2018 Land Rover Discovery before buying across this generation. |
Land Rover Discovery Year-by-Year Comparison
The safest purchase decision usually comes from comparing neighboring model years, not reading a single page in isolation. The table below uses only validated Land Rover Discovery years already present in the cleaned NHTSA dataset, so each comparison links to a real vehicle safety report rather than a generated combination.
| Model Year | Complaints | Recalls | Use case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Land Rover Discovery | 16 | 6 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2018 Land Rover Discovery | 34 | 4 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2021 Land Rover Discovery | 7 | 2 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2022 Land Rover Discovery | 5 | 2 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2016 Land Rover Discovery | 5 | 0 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2023 Land Rover Discovery | 7 | 2 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
2019 Land Rover Discovery Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2019 Land Rover Discovery, these are the component areas with the clearest NHTSA complaint signals. Use each link to jump from this single vehicle into broader component hubs and make-specific issue pages.
Electrical System
4 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System issues Land Rover onlyUnknown Or Other
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Unknown Or Other issues Land Rover onlyVehicle Speed Control,Unknown Or Other
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Vehicle Speed Control,Unknown Or Other issues Land Rover onlyLatches/Locks/Linkages
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Latches/Locks/Linkages issues Land Rover onlyElectrical System,Latches/Locks/Linkages
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System,Latches/Locks/Linkages issues Land Rover onlyElectrical System,Air Bags,Visibility/Wiper
1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System,Air Bags,Visibility/Wiper issues Land Rover onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2019 Land Rover Discovery
Reliability Score
The 2019 Land Rover Discovery receives a reliability score of 85 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates above-average reliability relative to comparable vehicles.
Known Issues for the 2019 Land Rover Discovery
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2019 Land Rover Discovery:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System Recalled for instrument cluster and 12V/24V/48V battery issues. Regular checks are advised. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages Recalled for latches and locks that can fail. Check and replace faulty components. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Exterior Lighting Recalled for lighting control module software issues. Monitor for any malfunction. |
Low | Occasional | 30k-60k miles |
| Engine Recalled for camshaft and nit defects. Check for any signs of engine failure. |
Low | Occasional | 30k-60k miles |
Common Problems Reported by Owners
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the following components account for the majority of reported issues with the 2019 Land Rover Discovery:
Issues with the instrument cluster and 12V/24V/48V battery are common.
Problems with latches and locks are frequent.
Software issues with the lighting control module are occasionally reported.
Engine defects, such as camshaft and nit issues, are rare but have been reported.
Recall Details for the 2019 Land Rover Discovery
The following 4 recalls have been issued for the 2019 Land Rover Discovery by NHTSA:
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.
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: 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.
Summary: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC. (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, Discovery, and Range Rover Velar vehicles. The Auto High Beam (AHB) system does not indicate through the instrument cluster when the high beams are illuminated automatically. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence: The driver may be unaware that the high beams are illuminated, reducing visibility for oncoming traffic, and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. The recall began April 7, 2021. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N556.
Summary: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Discovery vehicles. A loose contact between the battery ground stud and the chassis may result in various electrical faults, possibly causing a loss of electrical power or the vehicle to shut down while driving.
Consequence: If the vehicle shuts down or loses exterior lighting while driving there could be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ground stud, free of charge. The recall began December 17, 2020. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-369-1000. Land Rover's number for this recall is N400.
Summary: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2019 Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, Range Rover Velar and Discovery vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with V6 or V8 engines whose crankshaft pulley retaining bolt may fracture possibly resulting in engine failure.
Consequence: Engine failure can increase the risk of crash.
Remedy: Land Rover has notified owners, and dealers will replace the crankshaft pulley center retaining bolt, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2019. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N276.
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2019 Land Rover Discovery
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2019 Land Rover Discovery with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 2 complaints involved crashes. 2 reported injuries or fatalities.
This vehicle is mostly garaged when not on the road and has approximately 33,800 miles on it. On 12/19/2025 I parked the car in a lot while I went to an appointment in Allendale, NJ. It rained fairly heavily. About an hour later I returned to my vehicle and found water dripping down the inside of the left side of the front windshield and mirror over and onto the steering wheel and housing, and ...
The windshield seal failed at the top of the windshield, allowing significant water intrusion into the vehicle cabin. The windshield had previously been replaced under a manufacturer recall/service action, but that repair failed. Water intrusion caused failure of the Occupant Restraint Control Module (RCM), impairing airbag system functionality. Water also damaged the audio amplifier and other el...
The camshaft is broken allong with the nit which causes our car to shut off. This defect has ben corrected on other autos like mine but my vin has not been recalled yet
The vehicle was left in Reverse. the driver started to exit the car, the vehicle went in reverse, ripped off teh car door on the garage siding, bent teh "A" frame and continue in reverse slamming into a neighbors structure
The Land Rover Discovery was in "reverse". Not aware that the vehicle was in reverse, the car door was opened and the driver started to step out of the car. At a high rate of speed (approximately 5-7 MPH), the vehicle automatically accelerated in reverse, the open car door hit the garage track and ripped the driver side door off. the vehicle continued in reverse and slammed into an neighbor's s...
The contact owns a 2019 Land Rover Discovery. The contact stated that while driving at 20 MPH and entering the highway, the vehicle shut off. While driving at 45 MPH, the vehicle shut off and restarted. The vehicle coasted after stalling. The vehicle was shifted into park and then into drive to continue driving. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact linked the failure to NHTSA Camp...
The hood will not open due to a faulty cable. Land Rover issued a TSB - LTB01208NAS4 for years 2017-2018. I have a 2019 with the same issue. Dealer refused to perform the TSB, despite me having the same issue. Uploading the TSB from prior NHTSA complaints. Please help.
NO RECALL IN PLACE 1. Seat harness airbag light sensor (LEFT SIDE AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT OPEN, Sensors in the front seat make sure that the airbag deploys). NO RECALL IN PLACE 2. Fuel Vapor Purge and PCV diaphragm valve cover
The door latch on the rear right of the car failed while driving, Door wouldn't close, My 8 year old son sits on that side for school runs. This was replaced under the recall but it failed again. Also I've had 2 window regulators go in this vehicle apparently it's a common problem window would not go up or down.
On May 18, 2024 at approximately 4pm, my husband turned on my 2019 Land Rover Discovery from a cold start after sitting parked for about 20 minutes. We heard a slight rattle upon start-up, so he turned the car ignition off. He restarted the car after about a minute and we did not hear the rattle. We began driving the car and after about 2-3 miles, the car started shuddering and began slowing down ...
The vehicle leaks water from the top, middle and top right (passenger) of the windshield. Whenever it's raining water drips down the inside of the windshield and falls on the dash. in the mornings, after heavy rains, water can be found on the drivers and passengers seat, as well as in the cupholders this waterfalls all over the central electronic system and navigation, and seems only a matter of t...
Seat Belt Buckle doesn't buckle. Buckle may fail and not restrain passenger.
Windshield replaced three times faulty seal, tires defected fell apart within two years less than 10,000 miles on vehicle
Multiple window register motor failures rendering windows fixed in open positions leaving driver and passengers unprotected.
The contact owns a 2019 Land Rover Discovery. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the rear passenger’s side door opened unintendedly. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who informed the contact she had to pay for the repairs. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V393000 (Electrical System, Lock/Latches/ Linkages) for...
The contact owns a 2019 Land Rover. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the "Door Ajar" message was displayed. The contact stated that her daughter was seated in the rear seat when the rear driver's side door inadvertently opened while driving. The contact was able to close the rear driver's side door; however, the failure recurred, and the rear driver's side door failed...
Windshield is leaking and during heavy rain it floods the cup holders and damages the electronics. Exactly like previous recall https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2020/MC-10173517-0001.pdf Windshield has never been replaced and the vehicle has never been in an accident.
The contact owns a 2019 Land Rover Discovery. The contact stated after reversing and then shifting the vehicle into park, the warning light illuminated stating that the vehicle was in drive. The contact attempted to turn off the vehicle, but the vehicle failed to turn off. The contact disconnected the battery, and the vehicle was able to operate normally. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and th...
Suddenly, one morning on my way to work the steering became extremely heavy and the handling became very dull. The steering wheel still turned the wheels, but it required a vast amount of effort where the previous day the steering wheel could have been turned with one finger. There were no noises coming from the steering column, or warning lights associated with the defect. No smells associated w...
The car will go dead. Had battery replaced at dealer on 5-28-22. 2 days later the car was dead and will not start. After messing with the negative cable where it’s connected to the chassis was able to start the car. After the car was running for about a minute the negative cable was very hot to the touch. This has been an ongoing problem with this car. After see other recalls for this battery cabl...
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Frequently Asked Questions About the 2019 Land Rover Discovery
Has the 2019 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY been recalled?
Yes, the 2019 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY has 4 recalls on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.
How many complaints does the 2019 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY have?
The 2019 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY has 30 complaints filed with NHTSA. Of these, 2 involved crashes. 2 injuries and 0 deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2019 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY?
The 2019 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY does not have an NHTSA safety rating on file. This can happen for newer model years, specialty vehicles, or models that have not been crash-tested.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2019 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY involve electrical system (4 complaints), unknown or other (2 complaints), vehicle speed control,unknown or other (2 complaints). Other affected components include latches/locks/linkages, electrical system,latches/locks/linkages, electrical system,air bags,visibility/wiper.
How many crash reports does the 2019 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY have?
There are 2 crash reports associated with the 2019 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY out of 30 total complaints (6.7% of complaints involved crashes).
How many fire reports does the 2019 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY have?
There are no fire reports for the 2019 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY in the NHTSA database.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2019 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2019 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY.
How many injuries are reported for the 2019 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY?
2 injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2019 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY. These are self-reported by vehicle owners as part of their safety complaints.
Should I buy a 2019 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2019 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY is research thoroughly before purchasing. It has 30 complaints, 4 recalls. Always have a pre-purchase inspection done by a qualified mechanic.
What components fail most on the 2019 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY?
The components with the most failures on the 2019 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY are: 1. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (4 complaints), 2. UNKNOWN OR OTHER (2 complaints), 3. VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER (2 complaints), 4. LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES (2 complaints), 5. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES (2 complaints). ELECTRICAL SYSTEM is the single most-reported problem area with 4 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2019 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY?
Regular maintenance and monitoring of the electrical system and latches/locks are crucial to ensure safety. The 2019 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY has 30 NHTSA complaints and 4 recalls on record.
How reliable is the 2019 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY?
The 2019 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY receives a reliability score of 85/100, indicating above-average reliability. This is based on 30 owner complaints, 4 recalls, and 2 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Electrical System and Latches/locks/Linkages.
What are the known issues with the 2019 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY?
Known issues with the 2019 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY include: Electrical System, Latches/locks/Linkages, Exterior Lighting, Engine. These are based on patterns found across 30 NHTSA complaints. 4 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.
What are the most common electrical system issues in the 2019 Land Rover Discovery?
Common issues include instrument cluster problems and 12V/24V/48V battery defects.
Can latches and locks fail in the 2019 Land Rover Discovery?
Yes, latches and locks can fail, leading to potential safety hazards.
Are there any recalls related to the exterior lighting of the 2019 Land Rover Discovery?
Yes, recalls have been issued for exterior lighting control module software issues.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Regular maintenance and monitoring of the electrical system and latches/locks are crucial to ensure safety.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2019 Land Rover Discovery
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2019 Land Rover Discovery. The data includes 30 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 4 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 2 reported crashes, 2 reported injuries, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
All data presented in this report is sourced from public NHTSA databases. Our AI analysis identifies patterns across complaint narratives, correlates them with recall history, and produces the safety assessment above. This analysis is updated as new complaints and recalls are filed with the NHTSA.
Consumers are encouraged to report vehicle safety problems to the NHTSA at nhtsa.gov. If your vehicle is subject to a recall, contact your dealer to schedule the free repair.
Disclaimer: This analysis is AI-generated from NHTSA public data and does not constitute professional automotive or safety advice. Always verify recall status at NHTSA.gov and consult a qualified mechanic.
Analysis last updated: 2026-05-16