2020 Land Rover Range Rover VelarProblems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 16 owner complaints about the 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar, most often about the engine. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 21V-668 the manufacturer reports only 88% of affected cars repaired.

2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 30, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0.

Complaints by system

Where the 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar has problems

16 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Engine60
Electrical system60
Fuel/propulsion system20
Power train10
Seat belts11
Steering10
Suspension10
Tires10
Wheels10
3 other systems30

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

2 recalls

2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar 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.

88%repaired · 2023 Q3

Front: retractor

Recall 21V-668 · Aug 26, 2021 · 32,687 vehicles · 28,661 repaired

Risk. An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

92%repaired · 2023 Q1

Exterior lighting: headlights

Recall 21V-117 · Feb 25, 2021 · 26,805 vehicles · 24,660 repaired

Risk. The driver may be unaware that the high beams are illuminated, reducing visibility for oncoming traffic, and increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

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 Range Rover Velar 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 Range Rover Velar median. How we score

'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'26
  • Avoid
  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
  • Not rated
NHTSA crash tests

2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar safety ratings

2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar 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 Range Rover Velar owners report

Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

At approximately 39,000 miles, my 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar developed a coolant leak from the front lower crossover in the engine valley. A repair facility confirmed the issue and recommended replacement of the front upper and lower crossovers, water pump, and hoses. The repair estimate is…
Complaint 11690461 · Sep 30, 2025
Auxiliary radiator has developed a leak which has led to “coolant low” message in the dash. ASE Certified shop inspection confirms auxiliary radiator needs to be replaced. This should be a recall covered repair as it is a known issue under TSB - JLRTB02027NAS1.
Complaint 11640945 · Feb 5, 2025
The “ critical oil “ light came on, without warning of low oil needed. A relative placed quart of oil in engine, and oil stick read good amount. However, later down the road, “critical oil light “, resurfaced and engine cut off, going 70 miles per hour, in mid lane, of I-15 freeway. There seems to…
Complaint 11607814 · Aug 11, 2024

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