2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar Problems
- Complaints
- 16filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 1,600miles, 3 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 2campaigns on record
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —no overall rating published
- EPA fuel economy
- 20 mpgcombined, 3.0L 6-cyl AWD · 18 city / 24 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 16 consumer complaints for the 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar. The part named most often is electrical system, with 6 complaints (38% of the total), followed by engine (6) and other or unknown (4). 3 of the complaints include a mileage, and 100% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 1,600 miles. Of all complaints, 1 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns and 396 technical service bulletins for this model year. Electrical system complaints overlap with 128 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Engine complaints overlap with 26 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Electrical system6 38%
- Engine6 38%
- Other or unknown4 25%
- Fuel system2 13%
- Exterior lighting1 6.3%
- Lane departure1 6.3%
- Seat belts1 6.3%
- Steering1 6.3%
- Suspension1 6.3%
Also reported: Tires (1), Transmission and drivetrain (1), Wheels (1).
Example complaints
Electrical system: “I am writing to bring to your attention a series of critical malfunctions I have experienced with the InControl Touch Pro infotainment system in my 2020 Range Rover Velar. The persistent issues outlined below pose a significant safety risk and warrant immediate action through a comprehensive vehicle recall. USB Connectivity Static: When utilizing the USB connection, the audio output is excessively staticky, compromising the overall driving experience and distracting while driving. …”
NHTSA complaint #11555913, filed 2023-11Engine: “The Land Rover velar was purchase on january 25, 2020 from stevens creek jaguar land over of san jose, ca. When it reached 1600 miles, I found that the vehicle had the oil leakage phenomenon. There is a lot of oil at the bottom of the vehicle. I suspected that there was a leakage problem when the vehicle was purchased. I contacted the dealer repair service on march 18, 2020 and send the vehicle back. On april 1, 2020, I was notified that the repair was completed. They test drove it for 40 miles. On april 3, the vehicle was at 1,745 miles. …”
NHTSA complaint #11329353, filed 2020-06, 1,600 milesOther or unknown: “I immediately had problems with electrical. Warning systems intermittently not functioning properly, screen randomly changing during driving and defaulting to settings that require me to pull over, stop car and restart as in rebooting a computer. Lane keep assist intermittent. Brights intermittent. Car powers down entirely about 50% of time when I out it in park...even without taking seatbelt off. Map will suddenly switch to entry screen asking me to sign in when I already have and lists addresses I've never been to. This happens while driving. …”
NHTSA complaint #11378363, filed 2020-12Fuel system: “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 $2,727. This problem is a known defect in other Jaguar Land Rover vehicles (crossover/elbow coolant leaks) that were subject to recalls and lawsuits, but my VIN is not currently included. …”
NHTSA complaint #11690461, filed 2025-09Mileage when problems were reported
100% of the 3 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 110 and 2,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: rising. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Range Rover Velar AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 21 | 27 | 23 | $3,550 |
| Range Rover Velar AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 18 | 24 | 20 | $4,100 |
| Range Rover Velar AWD | 5.0L 8-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 15 | 20 | 17 | $4,850 |
| Range Rover Velar P300 AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 20 | 26 | 22 | $3,750 |
| Range Rover Velar P380 AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 18 | 24 | 20 | $4,100 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 21V668000Aug 26, 2021Seat belts › Front › RetractorCovers: Land Rover Range Rover Velar 2020–2021, Discovery 2020–2021, Discovery Sport 2020–2021 +3 more
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2021 Range Rover, 2022 Range Rover Sport, 2020-2021 Range Rover Velar, Discovery Sport, 2020-2022 Discovery, and Defender vehicles. The seat belt automatic locking retractors may…
- 21V117000Feb 25, 2021Exterior lighting › Lighting control module › SoftwareCovers: Land Rover Range Rover Velar 2018–2020, Range Rover 2018–2020, Range Rover Sport 2018–2020 +1 more
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC. (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, Discovery, and Range Rover Velar vehicles. The Auto High Beam (AHB) system does not indicate through the instrument cluster when the high beams…
Recall details for the 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 396 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11038353Sep 18, 2026Transmission and drivetrain. Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) may illuminate if the vehicle is refueled within 15 seconds of turning the engine off.
- 11037145Aug 21, 2026Transmission and drivetrain. Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) may illuminate if the vehicle is refueled within 15 seconds of turning the engine off.
- 11035675Jul 20, 2026Other or unknown. Exhaust System Oxygen (O2) Sensors - Extended Warranty
- 11035877Jul 17, 2026Transmission and drivetrain. Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Software Update
- 11035732Jul 4, 2026Other or unknown. Unable to select Navigation when pressing the navigation Tile on theTouchscreen.
- 11034938Jun 16, 2026Transmission and drivetrain. Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) may illuminate if the vehicle is refueled within 15 seconds of turning the engine off
- 11033271May 22, 2026Other or unknown. Driver or Passenger seat harness replacement has been performed to rectify the concern, but no evidence indicating how the harness has faulted is provided in claims.
- 11033259May 18, 2026Other or unknown. Body Control Module (BCM) does not fully meet US importation requirements. The BCM requires replacement with a new component which fully meets the US importation requirements.
- 11033430May 16, 2026Transmission and drivetrain. Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) may illuminate if the vehicle is refueled within 15 seconds of turning the engine off.
- 11032431Apr 17, 2026Transmission and drivetrain. Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) may illuminate if the vehicle is refueled within 15 seconds of turning the engine off.
Other model years of the Land Rover Range Rover Velar
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 6 | 21,500 | 3 | — | 23 | — | Too new |
| 2022 | 8 | 22,750 | 4 | — | 23 | — | Not enough data |
| 2021 | 13 | 20,000 | 3 | — | 23 | — | Not enough data |
| 2020 | 16 | 1,600 | 2 | — | 20 | — | Rising |
| 2019 | 27 | 36,500 | 2 | — | 23 | Not compared (fewer than 3 comparable model years) | Rising |
| 2018 | 43 | 25,900 | 3 | — | 23 | Not compared (fewer than 3 comparable model years) | Rising |
All Land Rover Range Rover Velar model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar have?
NHTSA recorded 16 consumer complaints for the 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar is reported most often?
Electrical system is named most often, in 6 complaints (38% of the total), followed by engine with 6.
Has the 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar been recalled?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar get?
The EPA rates the 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar (Range Rover Velar, 3.0L 6-cyl) at 20 mpg combined, 18 city and 24 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,100 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar reported?
Among the 3 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 1,600 miles and the middle half falls between 110 and 2,000 miles; 100% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
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. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.