Most common 1996 Land Rover Discovery I problems
Share of the 10 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Land Rover Discovery I complaints by model year
1996 Land Rover Discovery I recalls (1)
Fuel system, gasoline › Storage
On certain sport utility vehicles, a stress crack can develop in the plastic fuel tanks.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel tank. Owner notification began March 15, 2005. Owners should contact Land Rover at 1-800-637-6837.
What 1996 Land Rover Discovery I owners say
Fuel & propulsion system
Dt*: the contact stated a recall letter was recently received and there was currently no problem with the vehicle. The dealer was called to schedule an appointment for repair under NHTSA recall 04V203000, concerning the fuel tank. When the dealer was consulted they stated there was a high possibility the fuel pump and gauge would go out when the fuel tank was changed. The dealer asked the contact to sign a waiver for the repair of the fuel pump and gauge in case they are damaged during the change of the fuel tank. Updated 07/25/06.
Dt*: the contact stated a NHTSA recall letter #04V203000 regarding the fuel system, gasoline: storage was received. The vehicle was taken to the service dealer for the recall work, where the dealer informed the contact would have to pay for the filler hose and other hoses that May come apart when the fuel tank is replaced. The contact expressed concern that the recall work should cover all involved parts and labor.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 1996 Land Rover Discovery I a good car?
There isn't enough complaint history for the Discovery I to compare model years reliably. So far owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA.
What is the most common problem with the 1996 Land Rover Discovery I?
The fuel & propulsion system — 8 complaints, 80% of all complaints for this model year, most often about storage. Next are the windows, wipers & sunroof (1) and speed control & acceleration (1).
How many recalls does the 1996 Land Rover Discovery I have?
There is 1 recall for the 1996 Land Rover Discovery I, the most recent from April 12, 2004 (storage). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
At what mileage do 1996 Land Rover Discovery I problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 118,000 miles; 0% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.