What 106 owners told NHTSA about the 2015 Land Rover Discovery Sport (5 Seat)

Front Passenger door unlatched with no warning. Vehicle is available for inspection upon request. I made a quick stop off the highway and my passenger and I got back in the vehicle and pulled off and the door opened. She pulled the door closed and it wouldn't latch. At this point we were miles away from home. The door could've unlatched on the highway that we were just on and caused a major accident by getting caught by the wind and blowing open which could've shifted the vehicle into a ditch or into other vehicles. My passenger could've been leaning on the door and could've been injured or dead if she fell out and the seat belt didn't hold. After encountering this issue, I have been researching and noticed Safety Recall N335 was issued for Range Rover vehicles, however my year is listed but my vin# fell slightly out of range for this recall. This is a huge issue and can impact my life as well as the lives of others when door stop unlatching.

NHTSA ODI 11698646

NHTSA Complaint Update : Final Submission Subject: AMENDMENT for 2015 Land Rover Range Rover Rollaway: Confirmed CAN Bus Communication Failure & Pattern Consistent with Recall 16V-368 I am submitting this update to my original complaint regarding a life-threatening rollaway incident on April 4, 2025, involving my 2015 Land Rover Range Rover (VIN: [XXX] .) New Critical Information: Diagnostic Confirmation: During evaluation by Jaguar Land Rover North America (JLRNA), the vehicle registered the fault code: “High Speed CAN Communication Bus Missing Message.” JLRNA’s engineer confirmed this indicates the rotary gear selector failed to communicate with the transmission, meaning the vehicle could display “Park” while remaining in gear. Prior Malfunction: Days before the rollaway, the gear selector became stuck in Reverse, requiring a battery disconnect to reset the system demonstrating a repeatable electronic instability in the shift-by-wire system. Severe Injury: The rollaway resulted in the vehicle striking and rolling over me, causing crush trauma and rhabdomyolysis with CPK levels of 10,000 U/L a near- fatal medical emergency. Safety Concern: This failure mode false Park indication due to electronic shifter communication loss is functionally identical to the defect addressed in NHTSA Recall 16V-368 (FCA, 2016), which cited rollaways, injuries and death due to rotary shifters that “do not provide clear indication of actual gear position.” Jaguar Land Rover uses a similar monostable rotary shifter design with no mechanical feedback. Given the severity of this incident and the confirmed communication fault, I urge NHTSA to investigate whether this represents a broader safety defect affecting JLR vehicles. The vehicle remains in JLRNA’s custody. I have formally requested preservation of all electronic data and components. Thank you for your attention to this urgent matter. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

NHTSA ODI 11695513

Incident Description: On April 4, 2025, after placing the vehicle in "Park," it suddenly and rapidly began reversing without driver input. The open door struck me, knocking me to the ground and the vehicle rolled over my legs, groin and arm before stopping after colliding with a dirt pile. This resulted in severe injuries and hospitalization. The vehicle’s gear selector is the rotary dial type. Post incident diagnostic reports showed communication faults between the shifter assembly and transmission control. Jaguar Land Rover North America (JLRNA) currently has the vehicle under extended diagnostic evaluation but has not provided a confirmed root cause. The malfunction may relate to electronic gear-shift or transmission control failures. I am reporting this incident for federal safety review, as this defect presents a potential risk of uncommanded vehicle movement and serious bodily harm. Additional Information: The vehicle remains in JLRNA custody. Original diagnostic codes were recorded by their engineer. I have experienced significant injury and loss of use. I request NHTSA’s review and tracking of this defect for other potential affected vehicles.

NHTSA ODI 11695145

The contact owns a 2015 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle shuddered abnormally. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V514000 (Steering); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 104,000.

NHTSA ODI 11693625

The contact owns a 2015 Land Rover Range Rover. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V541000 (Steering). The contact took the vehicle to a local dealer for service; however, the contact was informed that parts were not yet available. The contact informed the dealer that the letter stated that parts were available, but the dealer insisted that the manufacturer had not sent parts for the repair. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair and stated that there was a miscommunication between the dealer and the manufacturer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

NHTSA ODI 11690560

The contact owns a 2015 Land Rover Range Rover. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V514000 (Steering); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

NHTSA ODI 11689456

The contact owns a 2015 Land Rover Range Rover. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V514000 (Steering); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

NHTSA ODI 11688936

The contact owns a 2015 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V514000 (Steering); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. Several local dealers were contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

NHTSA ODI 11688363

See attached document for complaint. text from attached document: I am writing to express my profound concern and disappointment regarding Safety Recall N759, which affects my 2015 Range Rover. I received the initial recall notification in late 2024, detailing a serious safety risk: the potential for the front suspension upper knuckle joint to crack, leading to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. It has now been nine months since the initial alert, and there has been no follow-up communication regarding a solution or the availability of replacement parts. Multiple calls to your Customer Service department, and to my local dealership (Land Rover Chantilly on 4120 Auto ·Park Cir, Chantilly, VA 20151) have confirmed that no solution has been developed.

NHTSA ODI 11682406

The contact owns a 2015 Land Rover Range Rover. The contact had received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V840000 (Steering). There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact had not driven the vehicle due to concerns about driving the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer for routine maintenance, and the contact made inquiries regarding the recall. The vehicle was diagnosed, and it was determined that the knuckle joint was cracked, and the fix was not yet available. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 82,000.

NHTSA ODI 11680724

The contact owns a 2015 Land Rover Range Rover. The contact stated while driving 10 MPH, there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle. The contact inspected the vehicle and noticed that the front passenger's side wheel knuckles were fractured. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with fractured and detached knuckles. The contact was informed that the knuckles needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. Additionally, the contact was informed that the front driver's side knuckles also needed to be replaced, but the parts were not available. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V840000 (Steering); however, the parts to do the recall repair were not available. The contact was concerned that the failure might recur. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000. The VIN was not available.

NHTSA ODI 11678696

The contact owns a 2015 Land Rover Range Rover. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal cracking sound coming from the front of the vehicle. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 19V392000 (Latches/Locks/Linkages) and 24V840000 (Steering); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 129,000.

NHTSA ODI 11678256

The contact owns a 2015 Land Rover Range Rover. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed over a speed bump, there was an abnormal sound coming from the front driver’s side wheel. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V840000 (Steering); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 83,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA ODI 11675267

The contact owns a 2015 Land Rover Range Rover. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V840000 (Steering); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA ODI 11675373

The contact owns a 2015 Land Rover Range Rover. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V840000(Steering); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated while driving at an unknown low speed, the front driver's side suspension failed, rendering the vehicle undrivable. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, where it was confirmed that the failure was related to the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 52,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA ODI 11672733

Land Rover has failed to provide an update/remedy solution to recall NHTSA Recall Number 24V-840 (Manufacturer Recall Number N759). The recall date was November 7, 2024.

NHTSA ODI 11670509

The right front suspension upper knuckle joint cracked. The left knuckle didn't crack, but was not in good working order.

NHTSA ODI 11670242

During my last emissions check I was alerted of a potential recall on my vehicle. When I took the car in for a routing maintenence schedule, I was told that my vehicle was indeed affected with this recall issue. I have since then contacted my local dealer but was told to wait for a updated notification since parts where unavailable. I still have not heard of any news and I don't feel comfortable driving it with this issue. Please correct the issue at least for those vehicles affected now.

NHTSA ODI 11669261

The contact owns a 2015 Land Rover Range Rover. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V840000 (Steering); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that after accelerating from being parked, the check engine warning light and a red explanation sign were illuminated. The message that the vehicle was in restricted mode was displayed on the instrument panel and the contact continued to drive approximately 25 MPH, causing the vehicle to go into LIMP Mode. The messages “Suspension Fault - Stop Safely”, and “Stop Engine” were displayed on the instrument panel. The contact was able to drive the vehicle home, but the vehicle failed to exceed 5 MPH. The dealer was contacted and confirmed that there was no recall related to the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The manufacturer advised that the contact get a rental and later provide receipts for reimbursement. The failure mileage was approximately 95,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA ODI 11668519

The contact owns a 2015 Land Rover Range Rover. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was drifting, and the contact was forced to constantly correct the steering wheel. In addition, the contact stated that an abnormal knocking sound would intermittently emit from the steering while when both turning the steering wheel and depressing the accelerator pedal. The contact then received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V840000 (Steering); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was unknown. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA ODI 11659729

While inspecting my vehicle, I discovered a crack on the driver’s side steering knuckle. I’ve learned that NHTSA Recall 24V-840 was issued for this exact issue on full-size Range Rovers. However, the same problem has occurred on my Range Rover Sport (L494), in the identical location. The affected part numbers are LR146347 (front left) and LR146346 (front right), which match those referenced in the existing recall. This is a serious safety concern—I am currently unable to drive the vehicle due to the risk. I’ve attached two photos for reference. One clearly shows a linear crack near the bolt. In the other, you can see the factory-applied green alignment marker is now offset, further indicating a structural failure. I am requesting that a case be opened to investigate including Range Rover Sport (L494) models in this recall. NHTSA Recall: 24V-840 Transport Canada Recall: 2022668 - Land Rover

NHTSA ODI 11656465

The contact owns a 2015 Land Rover Range Rover. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V840000 (Steering); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while pulling into a parking lot, the front driver’s side tire dislocated and moved inward. The vehicle was taken to a local independent mechanic, where the steering knuckle and shock absorber were replaced. The local dealer was contacted; however, the parts were not yet available for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 125,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA ODI 11656504

The contact owns a 2015 Land Rover Range Rover. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V840000 (Steering); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while driving at 20 MPH, an abnormal sound was coming from the front end of the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who determined that the passenger’s side front suspension upper knuckle joint was cracked. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and confirmed that the passenger’s side front suspension upper knuckle joint was cracked and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired due to the part not being available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The vehicle was at the dealer and had not been driven since the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 109,260.

NHTSA ODI 11652497

The contact owns a 2015 Land Rover Range Rover. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V840000 (Steering); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA ODI 11652143

The contact owns a 2015 Land Rover Range Rover. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V840000 (Steering); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that while inspecting the vehicle, the contact became aware that the knuckle on the front driver’s side suspension was fractured. The contact had not driven the vehicle since becoming aware of the fracture. The dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and opened a case; however, the case had since been closed due to a remedy not being available. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA ODI 11650690