Land Rover

Discovery Sport (L550)

2015-2025 · Compact SUV ยท 3 engines
Best Engine โœ… Recommended (4.3)
158 NHTSA Complaints
0 Recalls
1 Fire Reports
6 Crash Reports
Includes data from: DISCOVERY SPORTDISCOVERY SPORT (5 SEAT)DISCOVERY SPORT (7 SEAT)LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORTLR2
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Engine Reliability Ratings

AJ20P

2.0L 4-cyl / 237 hp
โœ… Recommended (4.3)
25 complaints 4.2 per year Gasoline
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Complaint Breakdown

engine
11
transmission
6
fuel system
6
electrical
4
safety systems
3

Known Issues

Engine Issues (11 complaints)
Transmission Issues (6 complaints)
Fuel System Issues (6 complaints)

GTDI LEV3 SULEV30

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo / 240 hp
โš ๏ธ Caution (3.2)
96 complaints 32.0 per year Gasoline
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Complaint Breakdown

engine
34
transmission
17
brakes
14
electrical
13
fuel system
11

Known Issues

Engine Issues (34 complaints)
Transmission Issues (17 complaints)
Brakes Issues (14 complaints)

AJ20

2.0L Turbo / 247 hp
โš ๏ธ Caution (2.8)
25 complaints 4.2 per year Gasoline
1 fire report
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Complaint Breakdown

engine
11
transmission
7
electrical
7
safety systems
4
fuel system
3

Known Issues

Engine Issues (11 complaints)
Transmission Issues (7 complaints)
Electrical System Issues (7 complaints)

Same engine used in

Show 3 additional engine variants with limited data
These engines appear in fewer than 10 owner complaints and aren't included in the main ratings above. Low counts can mean a genuinely clean record, but they can also reflect VIN-decode anomalies in NHTSA data. Treat as informational, not as a confident rating.

Land Rover Discovery Sport Unidentified Engine

โœ… Recommended (4.6)
6 complaints 2.0 per year
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Complaint Breakdown

steering
4
engine
1
exterior
1
suspension
1

Known Issues

Steering Issues (4 complaints)
Engine Issues (1 complaints)
Exterior Issues (1 complaints)

2.0T-I4-Gas

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo
โœ… Recommended (4.2)
5 complaints 5.0 per year Gasoline
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Complaint Breakdown

fuel system
2
engine
1
suspension
1
transmission
1

Known Issues

Fuel System Issues (2 complaints)
Engine Issues (1 complaints)
Suspension Issues (1 complaints)

3.2-I6-Gas

3.2L 6-cyl
โœ… Recommended (5.0)
1 complaint 1.0 per year
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Complaint Breakdown

safety systems
1

Known Issues

Safety Systems Issues (1 complaints)

Vehicle-Level Issues

These issues affect the Land Rover Discovery Sport regardless of engine variant.

Engine Issues (58 complaints)
engine critical
Transmission Issues (30 complaints)
transmission critical
Electrical System Issues (20 complaints)
electrical critical
Fuel System Issues (19 complaints)
fuel_system cosmetic
Brakes Issues (14 complaints)
brakes cosmetic

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common 2015-2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport problems?

The 2015-2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport has accumulated 158 NHTSA complaints. The most frequently reported problem areas are Engine, Transmission, Electrical System. As with any used vehicle, an inspection before buying and a vehicle history report are recommended.

Which Land Rover Discovery Sport engine is most reliable?

The 2015-2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport was offered with 6 engine options. Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2.0L 4-cyl has the lowest complaint density and is considered the most reliable choice for buyers.

Is the 2015-2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport a good used car?

The 2015-2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport can be a sound used car depending on trim, mileage, and maintenance history. With 158 total NHTSA complaints on record, prospective buyers should review the known problem areas and check for open recalls before buying.

How many NHTSA complaints does the 2015-2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport have?

The 2015-2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport has 158 complaints filed with NHTSA as of our latest data pull. Complaint counts reflect owner-reported issues and do not necessarily indicate defects or safety risks on their own.

What recalls affect the 2015-2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport?

There are 0 NHTSA recalls affecting some 2015-2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport vehicles. Recall status varies by VIN โ€” check the NHTSA recall database at recalls.nhtsa.dot.gov with your specific VIN to confirm which campaigns apply.

What should I check before buying a used Land Rover Discovery Sport?

Before buying a used Land Rover Discovery Sport, verify all open recalls are completed via the NHTSA VIN lookup tool. Pay particular attention to Engine, Transmission, Electrical System, which are the most commonly reported problem areas. Request maintenance records, have an independent mechanic inspect the vehicle, and run a vehicle history report to check for prior accidents or title issues.

Does the Discovery Sport have NHTSA crash test ratings?

NHTSA has not published crash test ratings for the 2015-2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport. Not all vehicles are tested each year. For the latest NHTSA safety information, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.

Data from NHTSA federal complaints database. 158 complaints analyzed. Data confidence: high. Last updated: 2026-05-23.

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