Owner report · 2021 model year

2021 Land Rover Discovery Sport

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The Verdict

Worst problem area

Engine

Engine leads by volume: 2 of 4 complaints (50%) mention it.

Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology

At a glance

NHTSA complaints
4
Recall campaigns
2
EPA fuel cost per year
$3,850
Combined MPG
20

Complaints by model year

  1. 42021

Where owners report problems

  1. Engine2 (50%)
  2. Transmission & Drivetrain2 (50%)
  3. Electrical1 (25%)
  4. Other1 (25%)
  5. Steering1 (25%)
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Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History

Fuel cost, fuel economy, and complaint history by model-year
Category2021vs. 2021 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Annual fuel cost ($)3,850
Combined MPG20
City / Highway MPG19 / 23
CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi)437
Complaints filed4Not compared
Recalls issued2Not compared
Crash-involved complaints0Not compared
Fire-involved complaints0Not compared
Injuries reported0Not compared
Deaths reported0Not compared
Configurations compared1

Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.

Common questions

How many recalls does the 2021 Land Rover Discovery Sport have?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Nov 7, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.

What gas mileage does the 2021 Land Rover Discovery Sport get?

EPA rates it 20 MPG combined.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2021 Land Rover Discovery Sport?

EPA estimates $3,850 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.

EPA-Rated Configurations (1)

Every EPA-rated configuration on this page, one row each.A number tagged (low) or (high) is this page’s own cost-table figure of that name, above.
ConfigurationTransmissionCylindersDisplacementDrivetrainFuel TypeVehicle ClassCityHighwayCombinedAnnual Fuel CostCO₂
Configuration 1Automatic (S9)42.0LAll-Wheel DrivePremiumSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD19 mpg23 mpg20 mpg$3,850437 g/mi

Complaints by Category

Complaints by category, in the same fixed order on every page
CategoryComplaintsCrash-InvolvedFire-InvolvedInjuriesDeaths
Engine20000
Transmission & Drivetrain20000
Fuel System00000
Electrical10000
Brakes00000
Steering10000
Suspension, Wheels & Tires00000
Airbags & Restraints00000
Driver Assistance & Speed Control00000
Body, Seats & Latches00000
Visibility & Lighting00000
Other10000

A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.

Recalls (2)

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:DC/DC CONVERTER

    Campaign 26V599000 · Sep 17, 2026

    Defect
    Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2019-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, 2020-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque, Land Rover Range Rover, Land Rover Discovery Sport, Land Rover Defender, 2021-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Velar, Jaguar E-Pace, F-Pace, and Land Rover Discovery vehicles. The DC-DC converter may malfunction due to an electrical overload that can occur during high power demand. Additionally, a software error can cause the DC-DC converter to stop functioning at vehicle start-up under certain circumstances. Failure of the DC-DC converter will result in the loss of 12-Volt system charging and can lead to complete loss of drive power and exterior lighting.
    Consequence
    A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed November 13, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is E008. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 26V248.
  • SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR; SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR

    Campaign 21V668000 · Aug 26, 2021

    Defect
    Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2021 Range Rover, 2022 Range Rover Sport, 2020-2021 Range Rover Velar, Discovery Sport, 2020-2022 Discovery, and Defender vehicles. The seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly.
    Consequence
    An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed October 20, 2021. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N630.