Model-year record
2017 Land Rover Discovery
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Complaints filed
0
Reports to NHTSA, 2017
Safety recalls
3
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Not rated
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
20.5
EPA estimate
Zero reports is not a clean bill of health; rare or lower-volume cars can simply have less owner data.
Known issues
No component pattern to show: there are no owner complaints in the current data. That is not proof the car is problem-free.
Individual complaint reports
No individual owner reports are available for this model year.
Recalls(3)
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Electrical SystemJan 2023 · 23V393000Details +Close −
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2017-2020 Land Rover Discovery vehicles. The UniLatch Keyless Vehicle (KV) entry function may fail to properly latch the rear passenger doors, which can result in the doors opening while driving. In addition, the instrument cluster open-door warning light may fail to alert the driver of this condition.
Risk: Rear passenger doors that open while driving can increase the risk of a crash. An instrument cluster warning light that fails to alert the driver about unsecured doors can increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will disable the UniLatch Keyless Vehicle (KV) entry function, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 26, 2023. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N798.
Open full NHTSA recall record →Exterior LightingDec 2020 · 20V143000Details +Close −
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Discovery vehicles equipped with low line headlight assemblies. When towing a trailer with the trailer lights connected to the trailer socket and the vehicle's Daytime Running Lights (DRL) are on, the trailer lights may not function.
Risk: If the trailer lights are not working, following traffic won't be aware the vehicle is slowing down or stopping, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the Body Control Module software, free of charge. The recall began April 13, 2020. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N428.
Open full NHTSA recall record →Fuel System · 18V337000Details +Close −
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2017 Land Rover Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, and Discovery vehicles. The fuel gauge on these vehicles may indicate that the fuel level is low and illuminate the warning lamp, when the fuel tank actually has more fuel. The engine management software may also cut off the engine when the vehicle has traveled approximately 17 more miles.
Risk: If the engine were to shut off, it can cause loss of power brake assistance. An engine stall would cause a loss of drive power. Both scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will install a software update to correct the fuel level reading, free of charge. The recall began on June 22, 2018. Owners may Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N206.
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Investigations
0 NHTSA investigations on record
No investigations are on record as of Jul 2026. An empty record is not a clean bill of health.
Crash-test ratings
No NHTSA crash test is on record for this year. Some vehicles and model years were not tested or do not have a published NCAP result.
Fuel economy by trim
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Discovery | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 21 | 26 | 23 |
| Discovery | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 16 | 21 | 18 |
EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.
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2017 Land Rover Discovery: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2017 Land Rover Discovery?
NHTSA has no owner complaints on record for the 2017 Land Rover Discovery in the current data. That is not a guarantee of reliability, especially for a lower-volume model.
What are the most common problems on the 2017 Land Rover Discovery?
NHTSA has no component pattern to show for the 2017 Land Rover Discovery because there are no owner complaints in the current data. A quiet record is not proof that every car is problem-free.
How many recalls does the 2017 Land Rover Discovery have?
3 recalls have been issued that affect the 2017 Land Rover Discovery, covering components such as electrical system. Check the VIN with NHTSA and ask a dealer to confirm remedy eligibility; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though manufacturers may offer more coverage.
What gas mileage does the 2017 Land Rover Discovery get?
The EPA rates the 2017 Land Rover Discovery between 18 and 23 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.