Land Rover

Range Rover Velar (L560)

2018-2025 · Midsize SUV · 3 engines
Best Engine ⚠️ Caution (2.8)
94 NHTSA Complaints
0 Recalls
4 Fire Reports
6 Crash Reports
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Engine Reliability Ratings

AJ20P I-4

2.0L 4-cyl / 247 hp
⚠️ Caution (2.8)
12 complaints 4.0 per year Gasoline
1 fire report
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Complaint Breakdown

transmission
5
electrical
4
engine
2
steering
2
other
1

Known Issues

Transmission Issues (5 complaints)
Electrical System Issues (4 complaints)
Engine Issues (2 complaints)

AJ20P

2.0L 4-cyl / 247 hp
⚠️ Caution (2.4)
31 complaints 7.8 per year Gasoline
2 fire reports
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Complaint Breakdown

engine
14
electrical
11
transmission
4
exterior
3
other
3

Known Issues

Engine Issues (14 complaints)
Electrical System Issues (11 complaints)
Transmission Issues (4 complaints)

AJ126

3.0L 6-cyl / 380 hp
⚠️ Caution (2.1)
34 complaints 16.5 per year Gasoline
1 fire report
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Complaint Breakdown

engine
13
other
9
electrical
4
safety systems
4
exterior
3

Known Issues

Engine Issues (13 complaints)
Electrical System Issues (4 complaints)
Safety Systems Issues (4 complaints)
Show 4 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 Range Rover Velar Unidentified Engine

Recommended (4.3)
8 complaints 4.0 per year
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Complaint Breakdown

electrical
4
engine
3
transmission
1
fuel system
1
safety systems
1

Known Issues

Electrical System Issues (4 complaints)
Engine Issues (3 complaints)
Transmission Issues (1 complaints)

AJ20D

2.0L / 180 hp
Recommended (4.3)
4 complaints 4.0 per year Diesel
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Complaint Breakdown

engine
4
fuel system
2
cooling
1
transmission
1

Known Issues

Engine Issues (4 complaints)
Fuel System Issues (2 complaints)
Cooling System Issues (1 complaints)

I6 AJ20P6

3.0L 6-cyl / 345 hp
Recommended (4.6)
4 complaints 2.0 per year Gasoline
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Complaint Breakdown

other
1
brakes
1
electrical
1
steering
1
engine
1

Known Issues

Brakes Issues (1 complaints)
Electrical System Issues (1 complaints)
Steering Issues (1 complaints)

AJ133

5.0L 8-cyl / 550 hp
Recommended (5.0)
1 complaint 1.0 per year Gasoline
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Complaint Breakdown

electrical
1
safety systems
1

Known Issues

Electrical System Issues (1 complaints)
Safety Systems Issues (1 complaints)

Vehicle-Level Issues

These issues affect the Land Rover Range Rover Velar regardless of engine variant.

Engine Issues (36 complaints)
engine critical
Electrical System Issues (25 complaints)
electrical critical
Transmission Issues (10 complaints)
transmission critical
Safety Systems Issues (5 complaints)
safety_systems cosmetic

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common 2018-2025 Land Rover Range Rover Velar problems?

The 2018-2025 Land Rover Range Rover Velar has accumulated 94 NHTSA complaints. The most frequently reported problem areas are Engine, Electrical System, Transmission. As with any used vehicle, an inspection before buying and a vehicle history report are recommended.

Which Land Rover Range Rover Velar engine is most reliable?

The 2018-2025 Land Rover Range Rover Velar was offered with 7 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 2018-2025 Land Rover Range Rover Velar a good used car?

The 2018-2025 Land Rover Range Rover Velar can be a sound used car depending on trim, mileage, and maintenance history. With 94 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 2018-2025 Land Rover Range Rover Velar have?

The 2018-2025 Land Rover Range Rover Velar has 94 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 2018-2025 Land Rover Range Rover Velar?

There are 0 NHTSA recalls affecting some 2018-2025 Land Rover Range Rover Velar vehicles. Recall status varies by VIN — 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 Range Rover Velar?

Before buying a used Land Rover Range Rover Velar, verify all open recalls are completed via the NHTSA VIN lookup tool. Pay particular attention to Engine, Electrical System, Transmission, 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 Range Rover Velar have NHTSA crash test ratings?

NHTSA has not published crash test ratings for the 2018-2025 Land Rover Range Rover Velar. Not all vehicles are tested each year. For the latest NHTSA safety information, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.

Data from NHTSA federal complaints database. 94 complaints analyzed. Data confidence: moderate. Last updated: 2026-05-23.

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