The problem
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2020 Land Rover Discovery Sport and Range Rover Evoque MHEV vehicles. The 48 volt electrical system may experience an overload event, causing a failure of the Metal Oxide Semiconductor Field Effect Transistor (MOSFET) and result in a DCDC converter electrical short-circuit.
The risk
An electrical short-circuit increases the risk of a fire.
The fix
Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. Owners are advised to exit the vehicle when it is parked and park outside away from buildings or structures until the repair is complete. The recall began December 8, 2020. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-369-1000. Land Rover's number for this recall is N503.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 20V-683 (20V683000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | N503 |
| Manufacturer | Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC |
| Component | Electrical system › Software |
| Report date | November 5, 2020 |
| Owners notified | December 8, 2020 |
| Vehicles affected | 3,048 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the electrical system
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 20V-683 repair free?
Yes. Land Rover dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. Owners are advised to exit the vehicle when it is parked and park outside away from buildings or structures until the repair is complete.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 3,048 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Is it safe to drive?
Owners are advised to park outside and away from buildings until the repair is done, because of a fire risk.
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.