repaired · 2025 Q2
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
Risk. Rear passenger doors that open while driving can increase the risk of a crash.
2020 Land Rover DiscoveryProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 20 owner complaints about the 2020 Land Rover Discovery, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 6 safety recalls, and for recall 23V-393 the manufacturer reports only 65% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 4, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2020 Land Rover Discovery has problems
20 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
9Electrical system
4Structure
4Engine
3Power train
2Visibility
2Back over prevention
1Visibility/wiper
1Equipment
1Exterior lighting
44 other systems1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 9 | 0 |
| Structure | 4 | 0 |
| Engine | 4 | 0 |
| Power train | 3 | 0 |
| Visibility | 2 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 2 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 0 |
| Equipment | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 0 |
| 4 other systems | 4 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
6 recalls
2020 Land Rover Discovery recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2023 Q3
Front: retractor
Risk. An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
repaired · 2023 Q2
Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery
Risk. A vehicle that shuts down or loses exterior lighting while driving increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2023 Q1
Exterior lighting: headlights
Risk. The driver may be unaware that the high beams are illuminated, reducing visibility for oncoming traffic, and increasing the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2022 Q3
Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery
Risk. If the vehicle shuts down or loses exterior lighting while driving there could be an increased risk of a crash.
repaired · 2022 Q1
Seats: mid/rear assembly
Risk. In the event of a crash, the seats may not properly secure the occupants, increasing their risk of injury.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Land Rover.
Best & worst years
2020 vs. every other Discovery year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Discovery median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2020 Land Rover Discovery safety ratings
2020 Land Rover Discovery SUV 4wd in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words
What Discovery owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Vehicle suffered a catastrophic failure of the manufacturer-directed safety campaign remedy for Service Action N694 (Windshield Water Leaks). The Vehicle was brought in for service immediately after receiving the N694 Service Action Notification in September 2023. The inspection found no leaks and…
The contact owns a 2020 Land Rover Discovery. The contact stated that after his wife had started the vehicle, the "Charging System Malfunction" warning message illuminated. The contact stated that the driver had previously experienced intermittent loss of motive power for short periods while…
Water dripping into the cabin from the top of the windshield. Water in electrical system is turning lights and other functions on and off causing dangerous driving conditions and draining the battery while parked immobilizing the vehicle
Own a 2020 Discovery?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.