Recalls (1)
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2026 Land Rover Range Rover Velar. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Seat Belt Warning System Malfunction/FMVSS 208
- Summary
- Jaguar Land Rover North America LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2026 Land Rover Range Rover Velar, Range Rover Sport, and Range Rover vehicles. The seat belt warning system may not activate the audible warning chime as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to conform with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
- Consequence
- A seat belt chime that fails to alert occupants that they are unbuckled can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the audio amplifier, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed July 10, 2026. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is D105.
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Owner complaints (1)
1 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The fuel/propulsion system is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 100% |
| Unknown or other | 1 | 100% |
How 2026 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 23 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,550
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 381 g/mi
- EPA class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 23 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 | 22 / 26 / 23 | $3,550 | 381 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2026 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
2026 Land Rover Range Rover Velar FAQ
How many recalls does the 2026 Land Rover Range Rover Velar have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign: 26V297000 (seat belt). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2026 Land Rover Range Rover Velar problems?
Owners filed 1 complaints with NHTSA. Fuel/propulsion system (1), Unknown or other (1) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2026 Land Rover Range Rover Velar get?
EPA rates the 2 L 4-cyl · 8-speed automatic version at 22 city, 26 highway and 23 combined mpg.
How does the 2026 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 2026 drew 1. 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.