Propulsion system: dc/dc converter
NewRisk. A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
NHTSA has logged 7 owner complaints about the 2023 Land Rover Discovery, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 6 safety recalls, and for recall 22V-523 the manufacturer reports only 88% of affected cars repaired.

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 17, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Ethan Llamas, CC BY-SA 4.0.
7 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 5 | 0 |
| Lane departure | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
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.
Risk. A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Risk. A rearview camera image that does not display can decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk. An air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury in a crash.
Risk. A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Risk. An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Risk. Improperly restrained occupants have an increased risk of injury during a crash.
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.
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
2023 Land Rover Discovery SUV 4WD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Our DC converter caused an electrical malfunction which is apparently such a big problem that our dealership can not get the necessary parts to fix the problem. We are being told we are number 21 in line.
DC/DC converter failed (January 2025) and is sitting at the dealership. My vehicle completely shut down while I was driving on the interstate. I had the same issue in April 2024 and was without my vehicle for nearly 2 months.
DC DC converter failed while driving. Car shut down and rolled to a stop. Could jump start the car but would only work for 10 seconds or so to move it out of traffic. 1-2 month part delay.
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.