2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar: 3 recalls, 43 owner complaints and up to 28 mpg combined.
Recalls
3 vehicle recalls 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.
Visibility (wipers, glass) Vehicle recall #18V139000 · 2018 · 7,090 vehicles
What's wrong: The air inlet door linkages for the ventilation system May detach, preventing the system from clearing fog or condensation from the windshield and windows.
Why it matters: If condensation or fog cannot be cleared, the driver's visibility May be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Land rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software to control the length of movement of the ventilation actuator arm, free of charge. The recall began on April 16, 2018.
Exterior lights, Exterior lights Vehicle recall #21V117000 · 2021 · 26,805 vehicles
What's wrong: 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,…
Why it matters: The driver May be unaware that the high beams are illuminated, reducing visibility for oncoming traffic, and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Land rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. The recall began April 7, 2021.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 7 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Other / unknown (13): the most common themes are leaks (5), fire / smoke (4).
- Engine (12): the most common themes are leaks (6), overheating (4), fire / smoke (4).
- Electrical (10): the most common themes are electrical failure (2), door / lock issues (2).
- Visibility/Wiper (5): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar has 43 owner complaints, ranking #1 of 8 Range Rover Velar model years for complaints (3.0× the average Range Rover Velar year). Complaints peaked in 2024 (11 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 5 years old, at a median of 25,900 miles. Neighboring years: 2019 (27 complaints, 2 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 26 | 30 | 28 | Diesel |
| 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 21 | 27 | 23 | Premium |
| 3.0 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 18 | 24 | 20 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 vehicle recalls for the 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar. 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 Range Rover Velar problems?
Owners have filed 43 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are other / unknown (13), engine (12), electrical (10).
What gas mileage does the 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar get?
EPA ratings run up to 28 mpg combined (2.0 L, Automatic (S8)), across 3 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar 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.