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2020 Land Rover Range Rover SportRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 8 safety recalls and 49 owner complaints for the 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. Most complaints involve electrical system (19) and engine (9). The EPA rates it 16–24 mpg combined.

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Combined MPG
16–24mpg
EPA · 5 versions
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
8campaigns
Latest Sep 2026
Owner complaints
49
Top: electrical system
Fuel cost / yr
$3,800est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

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

Electrical system: dc

Remedy pending

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2019-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, 2020-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque, Land Rover Range Rover, Land Rover Discovery Sport, Land Rover Defender, 2021-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Velar, Jaguar E-Pace, F-Pace, and Land Rover Discovery vehicles. The DC-DC converter may malfunction due to an electrical overload that can occur during high power demand. Additionally, a software error can cause the DC-DC converter to stop functioning at vehicle start-up under certain circumstances. Failure of the DC-DC converter will result in the loss of 12-Volt system charging and can lead to complete loss of drive power and exterior lighting.

Electrical systemReported Sep 17, 2026NHTSA 26V599000

Electrical system: dc

Remedy pending

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Velar and Land Rover Discovery, 2020-2023 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque, 2019-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, 2020-2024 Land Rover Range Rover, 2020 Land Rover Discovery Sport, 2020-2024 Land Rover Defender, 2021-2024 Jaguar F-Pace, and 2021-2022 Jaguar E-Pace mild-hybrid electric vehicles (MHEVs). Insufficient electrical load balancing during times of high demand can lead to a current overload condition and malfunction of the DCDC converter. A failure of the DC-DC converter will result in a loss of 12-Volt system charging and can lead to complete loss of drive power and exterior lighting.

Electrical systemReported Apr 17, 2026NHTSA 26V248000

Back over prevention: camera

Free remedy

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Range Rover Sport vehicles equipped with a Surround Camera System. Water may enter into the rearview camera, which can cause the rearview camera image not to appear on the display or display a distorted image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Back over preventionReported May 23, 2024NHTSA 24V364000
See all 8 recalls with remedies
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 4, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

49 complaints filed with NHTSA · Oct 2019 – Oct 2026
  1. Electrical system19
  2. Engine9
  3. Service brakes6
  4. Structure5
  5. Suspension5
  6. Engine and engine cooling5
  7. Power train4
  8. Air bags4
  9. Fuel/propulsion system3

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each Range Rover Sport model year we’ve synced.

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Model yearNHTSA complaints
200626
200722
200844
200914
201059
201182
201252
201359
201486
2015126
201678
2017121
201833
201926
202049
202113
202214
202323
202418
Crashes reported
4
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
9
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 4, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Electrical system

19 reports1 crash
“My vehicle started showing a battery high voltage error light and was coming on and off at random times while driving. I reported this to the JLR dealership and they scheduled an appointment to have it serviced. Even though the vehicle was showing signs of battery issues which was an active known recall, they never checked it or mentioned it. They advised that I needed a main battery which cost me almost $1,000. As soon as I cranked the vehicle to leave, the light came on again. I went back inside to advise that it wasn’t the main battery because the light is still on. They advised that their loaner fleet was low and said it was safe to drive. They were going to schedule a second service the following week. I emailed them the next morning to advise that I was traveling for work at the end of the week and did not feel safe driving that vehicle. They called me right after to advise that I should not worry, it was probably the BMS reset and it was in fact safe to drive. I left that Sunday headed out of town. One and half hours into the drive the car first threw an electrical fault detection warning. I was driving over 70 mph on a major highway in heavy traffic.…”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 30, 2026Electrical system, Exterior lighting, Fuel/propulsion systemODI 11774758

Engine

9 reports
“A safety alert keeps coming up when I attempt to break. Have had multiple services done with ongoing issues with inter cooler parts unheard lines and supercharger so much plastic under the hood investigate and help the consumer it’s a ongoing struggle for customers”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jan 16, 2026Suspension, Air bags, EngineODI 11711526

Service brakes

6 reports
“The braking system keeps repeatedly failing. I have numerous times been driving when the braking system locks, leaving the car uncapable of securing a safe stop at any given moment. In 2024, the vehicle was serviced at Landrover Englewood, NJ where I paid for repairs. The same problem yet again emerged causing the risk of potential accident on September 1, 2026 while driving on the local city roadways. The following dashboard error messages came on my screen: "Hill Descent Control not available", "OK to drive with caution Stability control not available," and there was a third (?) message that I did not capture in time. These signs have intermittently popped up on my dash over the past few years and when brought to Mt. Kisco (seller) dealerships attention, was told by the service manager at the time that this was not an issue to be concerned with. The vehicle is currently in the landrover Edison NJ shop again due to the SAME BRAKE FAILURE/ISSUE I EXPERIENCED IN 2024, but yes, is available for inspection upon request. I launched an email back in 2024 (copy is available at your request) regarding this same issue to the landrover dealer and attorney generals…”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Sep 14, 2026Electrical system, Service brakesODI 11764252
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Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 4, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

5 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Engines
3.0L 6-cyl turbo diesel · 3.0L 6-cyl turbo hybrid · 5.0L 8-cyl supercharged · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid
Transmissions
Automatic (S8)
Drive
4-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Diesel · Premium Gasoline
EV range
480 mi (EPA)

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 4, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Range Rover Sport
Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Diesel, Turbo · 4-Wheel Drive
222824$3,900412
Range Rover Sport MHEV
Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo · 4-Wheel Drive
192421$3,800433
Range Rover Sport
Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 5.0 L, Sup Charg · 4-Wheel Drive
172219$4,200474
Range Rover Sport PHEV
Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · 4-Wheel Drive
182119$4,200260
Range Rover Sport SVR
Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 5.0 L, Sup Charg · 4-Wheel Drive
152016$5,000540
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Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 4, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

1 tested variant
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Sport as of Nov 4, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 4, 2026Vehicle 14220
07 —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.
09 —FAQ

2020 Range Rover Sport questions

How many recalls does the 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Sport have?

8 safety recalls as of Nov 4, 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 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Sport problems?

Owners filed 49 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are electrical system (19), engine (9), service brakes (6). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Sport get?

The EPA rates the 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Sport at 16–24 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (5 versions rated).

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 4, 2026