Recalls (2)
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2025 Land Rover Discovery. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Water May Damage Rearview Camera
- Summary
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Land Rover Discovery vehicles. Water may not be able to drain away from the rearview camera due to insufficient drain holes, which may result in damage to the rearview camera.
- Consequence
- A rearview camera image that does not display can decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will drill additional drain holes in the underside of the tailgate trim. Additionally, dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 10, 2026. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is D145.
Driver's Air Bag May Not Deploy in a Crash
- Summary
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2020-2026 Land Rover Defender, 2021-2026 Discovery, and 2022-2026 Range Rover vehicles. The driver’s air bag clockspring connector may corrode, which can cause the air bag not to deploy as intended.
- Consequence
- An air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury in a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will apply a protective lubricant gel to the driver’s air bag connector terminals, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed August 3, 2026. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is D120.
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Owner complaints (0)
0 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings).
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
NHTSA has no component data for this model year.
How 2025 compares with other Discovery years
Best and worst Discovery years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 1994 | 15 | 1 |
| 1995 | 49 | 3 |
| 1996 | 65 | 2 |
| 1997 | 35 | 1 |
| 1998 | 33 | 1 |
| 1999 | 17 | 2 |
| 2000 | 30 | 1 |
| 2001 | 13 | 1 |
| 2002 | 17 | 0 |
| 2003 | 48 | 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 21 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,900
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 421 g/mi
- EPA class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 21 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 · 8-speed automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 19 / 24 / 21 | $3,900 | 421 |
| 3 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 17 / 23 / 19 | $4,350 | 457 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2025 Discovery 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
2025 Land Rover Discovery FAQ
How many recalls does the 2025 Land Rover Discovery have?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns: 26V458000 (rear camera), 26V389000 (air bag). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What mpg does the 2025 Land Rover Discovery get?
EPA rates the 2 L 4-cyl · 8-speed automatic version at 19 city, 24 highway and 21 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 2025 Discovery compare with other years?
Among the 1994–2003 Land Rover Discovery model years at least five years old, the 2001 drew the fewest complaints (13) and the 1996 the most (65). The 2025 drew 0. 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.