Recalls (2)
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2015 Land Rover Discovery Sport. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Transmission may Unexpectedly Shift to Neutral
- Summary
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LCC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2015 Discovery Sport manufactured September 17, 2014 through November 3, 2014 and 2014-2015 Range Rover Evoque vehicles manufactured July 15, 2013 through July 1, 2015. In the affected vehicles the transmission sensor clusters may have insufficient crimps in the transmission wire harness, and as a result, the transmission may unexpectedly shift to neutral.
- Consequence
- If the vehicle unexpectedly shifts to neutral, there is an increased risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the automatic transmission serial number and if required, will update the transmission software to prevent the transmission from shifting into neutral due to a faulty crimp, free of charge. The recall is expected to began October 14, 2016. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is P091.
License Plate Lamp may Detach/FMVSS 108
- Summary
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport vehicles manufactured September 17, 2014, to March 5, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the license plate illumination lamp may fall out. 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
- Without license plate illumination, the vehicle may be difficult to identify at night.
- Remedy
- Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will replace both rear license plate lamp housings, free of charge. The recall began on June 21, 2016. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is P077.
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Owner complaints (14)
14 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The engine is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 14 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 8 | 57.1% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 3 | 21.4% |
| Power train | 2 | 14.3% |
| Unknown or other | 2 | 14.3% |
| Seat belts | 1 | 7.1% |
| Service brakes | 1 | 7.1% |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 7.1% |
How 2015 compares with other Discovery Sport years
Best and worst Discovery Sport years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 14 | 2 |
| 2016 | 52 | 2 |
| 2017 | 39 | 2 |
| 2018 | 22 | 1 |
| 2019 | 21 | 0 |
| 2020 | 13 | 5 |
| 2021 | 4 | 2 |
| 2022 | 4 | 2 |
| 2023 | 3 | 3 |
| 2025 | 6 | 1 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 22 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,750
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 401 g/mi
- EPA class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 22 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 L 4-cyl · 9-speed automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 20 / 26 / 22 | $3,750 | 401 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2015 Discovery Sport for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2015 Land Rover Discovery Sport FAQ
How many recalls does the 2015 Land Rover Discovery Sport have?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns: 16V614000 (power train), 16V274000 (lighting). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2015 Land Rover Discovery Sport problems?
Owners filed 14 complaints with NHTSA. Engine (8), Fuel/propulsion system (3), Power train (2) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2015 Land Rover Discovery Sport get?
EPA rates the 2 L 4-cyl · 9-speed automatic version at 20 city, 26 highway and 22 combined mpg.
How does the 2015 Discovery Sport compare with other years?
Among the 2015–2021 Land Rover Discovery Sport model years at least five years old, the 2021 drew the fewest complaints (4) and the 2016 the most (52). The 2015 drew 14. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.