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2019 Land Rover Range Rover Velar

Recalls, owner-reported complaints, investigations and safety data

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Owner complaintsComplaints are reports submitted to NHTSA by owners and drivers. NHTSA does not verify most reports before publishing them, and a complaint does not establish that a defect exists. Volume is influenced by how many of a vehicle were sold, how long it has been on the road, and how much attention an issue has received.
27
Latest May 12, 2026
Safety recallsA safety recall is issued when a manufacturer or NHTSA determines that a vehicle has a safety-related defect or does not comply with a federal motor vehicle safety standard. Recall repairs are free. Whether a specific vehicle is covered depends on its VIN — a recall listed for a model year does not necessarily apply to every vehicle of that year.
2
Latest Feb 25, 2021
InvestigationsNHTSA opens an investigation to examine whether a safety defect may exist. An open investigation is not a determination that a defect exists, and many investigations close without a recall. Investigations can, however, lead to one.
0
Crash or fire reportedComplaints whose submitter recorded that a crash or a fire occurred. These are the reporter's own answers on the NHTSA form, not verified findings.
3
1 injuries, 0 deaths reported

Overview

Our database contains 27 NHTSA owner-reported complaints for the 2019 Land Rover Range Rover Velar, most frequently naming the engine, electrical and exterior lighting categories. 2 safety recalls have been issued covering this model year; and 508 manufacturer communications are on file.

Complaints are reports submitted by owners and drivers to NHTSA. They are not verified and do not establish that a defect exists.

What owners report

Complaints grouped by the component NHTSA recorded

  • Engine1541.7%
  • Electrical925.0%
  • Exterior lighting38.3%
  • Powertrain (other)38.3%
  • Body & structure25.6%
  • Steering12.8%
  • Driver assistance12.8%
  • Fuel system12.8%

Percentages are of component mentions. A single complaint can name more than one component, so these do not sum to the total complaint count.

Safety recalls

2 campaigns cover this model year

Recalls apply to specific vehicles, not to every vehicle of a model year. Check your VIN with NHTSA or your manufacturer's dealer to confirm whether a recall affects your vehicle.

Check a VIN on NHTSA.gov
21V117000

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS; EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE

Feb 25, 2021
26,805 units potentially affected
The defect: 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 are illuminated automatically. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
The risk: The driver may be unaware that the high beams are illuminated, reducing visibility for oncoming traffic, and increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. The recall began April 7, 2021. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N556.
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLCManufacturer number N556View on NHTSA.gov
19V040000

ENGINE

Jan 17, 2019
2,587 units potentially affected
The defect: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2019 Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, Range Rover Velar and Discovery vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with V6 or V8 engines whose crankshaft pulley retaining bolt may fracture possibly resulting in engine failure.
The risk: Engine failure can increase the risk of crash.
The remedy: Land Rover has notified owners, and dealers will replace the crankshaft pulley center retaining bolt, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2019. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N276.
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLCManufacturer number N276View on NHTSA.gov

Recent owner complaints

Reports submitted to NHTSA, shown in the owner's own words

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Electrical
Filed May 12, 2026

As I was driving down the interstate doing about 75 miles per hour the car lost all power without a warning. It was at night in the middle of no where. I almost had a bad accident but I was able to veer off the road before the car brakes locked. I was unable to use safety flashers.

NHTSA ID
11737305
Incident
May 9, 2026
Exterior lighting
Filed Apr 25, 2026

I am reporting a premature failure of the daytime running light (DRL) system on my Range Rover Velar. Both DRLs have failed within approximately one year of each other, indicating a likely systemic defect rather than normal wear. The DRLs are integrated LED components within the headlamp assembly and are not serviceable independently. When the DRL fails, the entire headlight assembly must typically be replaced. I have been informed that a single replacement headlight assembly can cost approximately $3,000 (parts only, excluding labor). This results in an extremely high repair cost for a lighting component that should last the life of the vehicle. When one DRL fails and the other remains operational, the vehicle presents uneven forward lighting, where one side is illuminated and the other is not. This creates an inconsistent lighting signature and may not meet federal lighting performance and visibility expectations. This asymmetry can impair other drivers’ ability to accurately perceive the vehicle’s position and width, especially in low-visibility daytime conditions such as rain or fog. The failures occurred without any physical damage or external cause, suggesting an internal defect in the LED modules or associated electronics. Reports from other owners indicate this may be a broader issue affecting this model. I want to add the the first incident was September 2024 on the right side. I had it repaired. Now the left side is gone. I have received a ticket my officers for the light being out due to the lighting disparity.

NHTSA ID
11733787
Incident
Nov 1, 2025
ElectricalEngine
Filed Apr 16, 2026
Fire reported

My CAR CAUGHT ON FIRE DUE TO ELECTRICAL AND ENGINE ISSUES.

NHTSA ID
11731531
Incident
Apr 10, 2026
EngineFuel system
Filed Mar 15, 2026

My 2019 Range Rover Velar P250 R-Dynamic SE began experiencing cooling system issues approximately 5 months after purchase. The vehicle was brought to an authorized Land Rover dealership several times during the warranty period. Despite these visits, the underlying problem — including cracked thermostat housing, leaking coolant hoses, and plastic cooling system components — was never permanently repaired. Over time, the unresolved defect caused catastrophic engine and turbocharger failure, which I paid for out of pocket. The cooling issues are consistent with known Land Rover service bulletins covering: “Thermostat housing / coolant outlet leaks”, “Coolant crossover pipe / O-ring leaks”, “Turbocharger coolant pipe leaks”. The defect substantially affects vehicle reliability, safety, and value. I have attached: Dealer repair orders, Independent shop invoices for cooling repairs, engine and turbocharger replacement invoice, timeline of events showing repeated repair attempts and resulting failures.

NHTSA ID
11724491
Incident
Apr 9, 2025
Electrical
Filed Dec 25, 2025

Front Passenger Daytime Running Light Chip Failure Range Rover Velar Forums have THOUSANDS of this exact issue. Land Rover has ceased all communications with me regarding this issue, including the executive office.

NHTSA ID
11707024
Incident
Nov 10, 2025
Filed Dec 6, 2025

SUV Rear hatch has a mind of its own and will come down unexpectedly on you when your reaching into the back. This is the kick your foot under the bumper to get it to open feature. I have never been able to get this feature to work when I want it to. However I'm pretty good at getting the hatch to open when I am just washing the car/bumper. From my research this seems to be a very common gripe among various makes and models. Need feature to go or at least a way to disable it.

NHTSA ID
11703462
Incident
Dec 5, 2025
Engine
Filed Nov 22, 2025

Both the Cooling elbow and manifold connecting to the engine block were disintegrating causing severe leaks on both the elbow and manifold connections. This is a well known recall for Range Rover Velars that was never addressed on my vehicle. Multiple dealers refused to address the issue forcing me to perform the repairs myself. Campaign ID 23V221000

NHTSA ID
11701004
Incident
Oct 27, 2025
Engine
Filed Oct 22, 2025

The contact owns a 2019 Land Rover Range Rover Velar. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine compartment. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the timing chain and the VVT solenoid needed to be replaced. The contact researched and was made aware of an unknown recall; however, the VIN was not under recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 58,200.

NHTSA ID
11695115
Incident
Oct 19, 2025
Mileage
58,200 mi

Manufacturer communications

A bulletin sent by a manufacturer to its dealers. Not a recall, and repairs are not necessarily free.

N881 Range Rover 17JUL26

POWER TRAIN

Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Software Update

SSM76468 - 03JUL26

Unable to select Navigation when pressing the navigation Tile on theTouchscreen.

N881 Range Rover 16JUN26

POWER TRAIN

Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) may illuminate if the vehicle is refueled within 15 seconds of turning the engine off

SSM76458 - 22MAY26

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.

N906v2 - 18MAY26

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.

N881 Range Rover 15MAY26

POWER TRAIN

Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) may illuminate if the vehicle is refueled within 15 seconds of turning the engine off.

Manufacturers file copies of the bulletins they send to dealers with NHTSA. These often describe diagnostic or repair procedures for a known condition. They are not recalls: repairs described in a bulletin are usually only free if the vehicle is still under warranty or the manufacturer has extended coverage.

Compare model years

Complaint and recall counts across every year of this model

Land Rover Range Rover Velar by model year
YearComplaintsRecallsInvestigationsIssue Index
2026110—
2025000—
2024230—
2023520—
2022830—
2021112064.2
2020132058.1
2019Viewing272061.8
2018433062.2
2017000—

Higher-selling and older vehicles accumulate more reports. Counts are not failure rates and are not directly comparable between vehicles that sold in very different numbers. Older model years have had longer for reports to accumulate.