Most common 2021 Land Rover Discovery Sport problems
Share of the 4 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Land Rover Discovery Sport complaints by model year
Best Discovery Sport years: 2015, 2024, 2021. Years to avoid: 2016. Compare all years →
2021 Land Rover Discovery Sport recalls (2)
Electrical system › Propulsion system › DC/DC converter
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.
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.
Seat belts › Front › Retractor
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.
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.
2021 Land Rover Discovery Sport engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 9-speed automatic | AWD | 19 / 23 / 20 |
EPA ratings. Class: Small SUV.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2021 Land Rover Discovery Sport a good car?
Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2021 Discovery Sport rates better than average: 45% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Discovery Sport at the same age. It is one of the best Discovery Sport years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2021 Land Rover Discovery Sport?
The engine & cooling — 2 complaints, 50% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the transmission & drivetrain (2) and steering (1).
How many recalls does the 2021 Land Rover Discovery Sport have?
There are 2 recalls for the 2021 Land Rover Discovery Sport, the most recent from September 17, 2026 (dc/dc converter). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Land Rover Discovery Sport?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2015, 2024 and 2021. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2016. See the full Land Rover Discovery Sport years comparison.
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.