Recalls (3)
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗High Beam Malfunction/FMVSS 108
- 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.
Air Inlet Door may Detach Causing Windows to Fog
- Summary
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2018 Range Rover Velar vehicles. The air inlet door linkages for the ventilation system may detach, preventing the system from clearing fog or condensation from the windshield and windows.
- Consequence
- If condensation or fog cannot be cleared, the driver's visibility may be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software to control the length of movement of the ventilation actuator arm, free of charge. The recall began on April 16, 2018. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N143.
Fuel Leak in Engine Compartment
- Summary
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque, Range Rover Velar, and Land Rover Discover Sport vehicles equipped with a 2.0L gasoline engine. The fuel rail end caps may leak, possibly resulting in fuel vapor or liquid fuel leaking into the engine bay.
- Consequence
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel rail, free of charge. The recall began on March 8, 2018. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N138.
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Owner complaints (43)
43 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The unknown or other is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 43 |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown or other | 13 | 30.2% |
| Engine | 12 | 27.9% |
| Electrical system | 10 | 23.3% |
| Visibility/wiper | 5 | 11.6% |
| Exterior lighting | 4 | 9.3% |
| Power train | 4 | 9.3% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 3 | 7% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 3 | 7% |
| Air bags | 2 | 4.7% |
| Visibility | 2 | 4.7% |
How 2018 compares with other Range Rover Velar years
Best and worst Range Rover Velar years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 43 | 3 |
| 2019 | 27 | 2 |
| 2020 | 16 | 2 |
| 2021 | 12 | 3 |
| 2022 | 8 | 4 |
| 2023 | 6 | 3 |
| 2024 | 2 | 4 |
| 2026 | 1 | 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 28 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,400
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 369 g/mi
- EPA class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 28 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 | All-Wheel Drive | 26 / 30 / 28 | $3,400 | 369 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · 8-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 21 / 27 / 23 | $3,550 | 384 |
| 3 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 18 / 24 / 20 | $4,100 | 439 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2018 Range Rover Velar 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
2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar FAQ
How many recalls does the 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar have?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns: 21V117000 (lighting), 18V139000 (visibility), 18V087000 (fuel system). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar problems?
Owners filed 43 complaints with NHTSA. Unknown or other (13), Engine (12), Electrical system (10) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar get?
EPA rates the 2 L 4-cyl · 8-speed automatic version at 26 city, 30 highway and 28 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 2018 Range Rover Velar compare with other years?
Among the 2018–2021 Land Rover Range Rover Velar model years at least five years old, the 2021 drew the fewest complaints (12) and the 2018 the most (43). The 2018 drew 43. 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.