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2020 Land Rover Discovery Sport Engine Problems

Complaints
6about this part
Share
43%of 14 total for the year
Median mileage
81,000miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the engine of the 2020 Land Rover Discovery Sport, 43% of the 14 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 81,000 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.

Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.

Example complaints

Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.

“When trying to accelerate at a light turning left while on coming traffic is coming tries to accelerate and car didn’t want to move. Took foot off the gas and didn’t again. The car finally moved if not there is a potential accident. Also went up a street on hill. Turned right and stop sign right away. Pressed gas to accelerate on my turn at the four stop and couldn’t go. Released the gas pressed again and I can go.”

NHTSA complaint #11554264, filed 2023-11

“I drive a 2020 Land Rover Discovery Sport, which was serviced over three months. The certified dealership replaced the head gasket, fuel injectors, cylinder heads, and starter engines. The car was less than three years old and had never had any issues before service. The car had a sweet burning odor and very rough gear shifts post-service. Two days before the fire, the check engine light came on within the car. The dealership repeatedly assured me that the vehicle was safe to drive and the symptoms I experienced were normal. …”

NHTSA complaint #11512480, filed 2023-03

“The contact owns a 2020 Land Rover Discovery Sport. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The vehicle independently decelerated and lost motive power. In addition, the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 81,000.”

NHTSA complaint #11646289, filed 2025-03, 81,000 miles

“When at a stop, the car Idles rough first, then gives a message about re-engaging a gear to maneuver before shutting down completely. I have to turn the car completely off and start again. Happens randomly.”

NHTSA complaint #11592751, filed 2024-06

“Manufacturer confirmed this VIN number should be included in prior recall compaings related to all electrical, a/c unit, and “infotainment in-control” software for vehicle.”

NHTSA complaint #11641509, filed 2025-02

Related service bulletins

Engine: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
2020643%
2019836%
2018836%
20171538%
20161427%
2015857%

Other parts of the 2020 Land Rover Discovery Sport

Electrical system
5 complaints
Transmission and drivetrain
3 complaints
Vehicle speed control
3 complaints
Other or unknown
2 complaints
Body and structure
2 complaints
Brakes
1 complaints
Lane departure
1 complaints
Steering
1 complaints
Suspension
1 complaints
Tires
1 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2020 Land Rover Discovery Sport

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology