2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport: 1 recall, 22 owner complaints and up to 22 mpg combined.
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Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #18V087000 · 2018 · 8,211 vehicles
What's wrong: 0l gasoline engine. The fuel rail end caps May leak, possibly resulting in fuel vapor or liquid fuel leaking into the engine bay.
Why it matters: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix: Land rover will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel rail, free of charge. The recall began on March 8, 2018.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Transmission & drivetrain (9): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (5), warning light on (2).
- Engine (8): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (3), electrical failure (2), warning light on (2).
- Other / unknown (7): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (3).
- Fuel & propulsion (6): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (3), electrical failure (2).
The 2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport has 22 owner complaints, ranking #3 of 11 Discovery Sport model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 16). Complaints peaked in 2026 (5 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 6 years old, at a median of 33,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2017 (39 complaints, 2 recalls), 2019 (21 complaints, 0 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S9) | All-Wheel Drive | 21 | 25 | 22 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport problems?
Owners have filed 22 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are transmission & drivetrain (9), engine (8), other / unknown (7).
What gas mileage does the 2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport get?
EPA ratings run up to 22 mpg combined (2.0 L, Automatic (S9)), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.