Research · Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD

2025 Land Rover DiscoveryRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls and 0 owner complaints for the 2025 Land Rover Discovery. The EPA rates it 19–21 mpg combined.

Combined MPG
19–21mpg
EPA · 3 versions
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
2campaigns
Latest Jul 2026
Owner complaints
0
Filed with NHTSA
Fuel cost / yr
$3,700est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

2 NHTSA campaigns · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN

Back over prevention: camera

Free remedy

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Land Rover Discovery vehicles. Water may not be able to drain away from the rearview camera due to insufficient drain holes, which may result in damage to the rearview camera.

Back over preventionReported Jul 16, 2026NHTSA 26V458000

Air bags: frontal

Free remedy

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2020-2026 Land Rover Defender, 2021-2026 Discovery, and 2022-2026 Range Rover vehicles. The driver’s air bag clockspring connector may corrode, which can cause the air bag not to deploy as intended.

Air bagsReported Jun 13, 2026NHTSA 26V389000
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 10, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

Filed with NHTSA
0 owner complaints found in NHTSA data for the 2025 Land Rover Discovery as of Nov 10, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 10, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
03 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

3 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD, Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 3.0L 6-cyl turbo supercharged hybrid
Transmissions
Automatic (S8) · Automatic (S9)
Drive
4-Wheel Drive · All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Premium Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 10, 2026EPA listing
04 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Discovery
Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · 4-Wheel Drive
192421$3,700421
Discovery Sport
Auto (S9), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
192320$3,850437
Discovery MHEV
Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo, Sup Charg · 4-Wheel Drive
172319$4,050457
  • Discovery
    Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
    19 city · 24 hwy · $3,700/yr
    21
    mpg comb.
  • Discovery Sport
    Auto (S9), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
    19 city · 23 hwy · $3,850/yr
    20
    mpg comb.
  • Discovery MHEV
    Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo, Sup Charg
    17 city · 23 hwy · $4,050/yr
    19
    mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 10, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
05 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

New Car Assessment Program
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2025 Land Rover Discovery as of Nov 10, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 10, 2026
06 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
08 —FAQ

2025 Discovery questions

How many recalls does the 2025 Land Rover Discovery have?

2 safety recalls as of Nov 10, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.

What are the most common 2025 Land Rover Discovery problems?

No owner complaints were found in NHTSA data as of Nov 10, 2026.

What MPG does the 2025 Land Rover Discovery get?

The EPA rates the 2025 Land Rover Discovery at 19–21 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (3 versions rated).

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 10, 2026