Research · Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD · 4 NHTSA variants

2021 Land Rover Range RoverRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls and 18 owner complaints for the 2021 Land Rover Range Rover. Most complaints involve electrical system (6) and engine (4). The EPA rates it 15–24 mpg combined.

Combined MPG
15–24mpg
EPA · 7 versions
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
5campaigns
Latest Sep 2026
Owner complaints
18
Top: electrical system
Fuel cost / yr
$3,900est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

5 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

Remedy pending

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Range Rover and 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 Jan 19, 2024NHTSA 24V023000
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Oct 29, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

18 complaints filed with NHTSA · Jul 2021 – Aug 2026
  1. Electrical system6
  2. Engine4
  3. Suspension4
  4. Air bags2
  5. Exterior lighting1
  6. Steering1
  7. Latches/locks/linkages1
  8. Back over prevention1
  9. Forward collision avoidance1

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 model year we’ve synced.

View as table
Model yearNHTSA complaints
199721
199824
199929
200026
20017
200214
2003127
2004101
200536
200656
200722
200844
200914
201059
201182
201245
201354
201442
2015126
201679
2017121
201828
201926
202080
202118
202218
202322
202410
20260
Crashes reported
2
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Oct 29, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Electrical system

6 reports
“The contact owns a 2021 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the vehicle stalled and then failed to return to normal operation. The failure reoccurred on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed; however, the cause of the failure was not found. The messages "SOS System Inoperative" and "Battery Charging Failure" were displayed on the instrument panel, and the stability control became inoperative. The dealer stated that an engine temperature indication defect was detected, the battery lost power, exterior lights became inoperative, the vehicle indicated that the doors were open while the doors were closed, and that there were significant communication failures with the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact researched and became aware of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V248000 (Electrical System); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Aug 14, 2026Electrical system, Exterior lighting, EngineODI 11757015

Engine

4 reports
“While Driving the car shuts off without warning. Then a check engine light comes on.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jul 22, 2026Electrical system, EngineODI 11752139

Suspension

4 reports
“The safety defect remains unresolved, and my vehicle has been out of service since March 2026. Despite repeated attempts to obtain repairs, the manufacturer has been unable to provide the necessary replacement parts, leaving the vehicle unusable for an extended period of time. I am increasingly concerned about the severity of the defect and the potential safety risks it presents to vehicle occupants and the public. Based on information available through owner forums, dealer communications, and other reports, it appears that this issue may be affecting a significant number of vehicles and may not be an isolated incident. The ongoing inability to repair affected vehicles due to parts shortages raises additional concerns regarding the scope of the problem and the manufacturer's ability to adequately address the defect. Owners are being left without safe, operable vehicles for months while waiting for a resolution. Given the significant safety implications, the extended period my vehicle has remained out of service, the lack of available repair parts, and the apparent volume of similar complaints, I respectfully request that NHTSA reopen its review and conduct a…”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jun 16, 2026SuspensionODI 11744522
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Oct 29, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

7 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 · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid · 5.0L 8-cyl supercharged
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 Oct 29, 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
Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Diesel, Turbo · 4-Wheel Drive
222824$3,900412
Range Rover MHEV
Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo · 4-Wheel Drive
182320$4,000449
Range Rover PHEV
Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · 4-Wheel Drive
182119$4,200259
Range Rover
Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 5.0 L, Sup Charg · 4-Wheel Drive
162118$4,400491
Range Rover LWB
Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 5.0 L, Sup Charg · 4-Wheel Drive
162118$4,400491
Range Rover SVA
Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 5.0 L, Sup Charg · 4-Wheel Drive
141916$5,000569
Range Rover LWB SVA
Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 5.0 L, Sup Charg · 4-Wheel Drive
131915$5,300587
  • Range Rover
    Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Diesel, Turbo
    22 city · 28 hwy · $3,900/yr
    24
    mpg comb.
  • Range Rover MHEV
    Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo
    18 city · 23 hwy · $4,000/yr
    20
    mpg comb.
  • Range Rover PHEV
    Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
    18 city · 21 hwy · $4,200/yr
    19
    mpg comb.
  • Range Rover
    Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 5.0 L, Sup Charg
    16 city · 21 hwy · $4,400/yr
    18
    mpg comb.
  • Range Rover LWB
    Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 5.0 L, Sup Charg
    16 city · 21 hwy · $4,400/yr
    18
    mpg comb.
  • Range Rover SVA
    Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 5.0 L, Sup Charg
    14 city · 19 hwy · $5,000/yr
    16
    mpg comb.
  • Range Rover LWB SVA
    Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 5.0 L, Sup Charg
    13 city · 19 hwy · $5,300/yr
    15
    mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 29, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

3 tested variants
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2021 Land Rover Range Rover as of Oct 29, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Oct 29, 2026Vehicle 15216Vehicle 15217Vehicle 15220
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

2021 Range Rover questions

How many recalls does the 2021 Land Rover Range Rover have?

5 safety recalls as of Oct 29, 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 2021 Land Rover Range Rover problems?

Owners filed 18 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are electrical system (6), engine (4), suspension (4). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2021 Land Rover Range Rover get?

The EPA rates the 2021 Land Rover Range Rover at 15–24 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (7 versions rated).

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Oct 29, 2026