2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar: 2 recalls, 16 owner complaints and up to 23 mpg combined.
Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
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.
Seat belts, Seat belts Vehicle recall #21V668000 · 2021 · 32,687 vehicles
What's wrong: The seat belt automatic locking retractors May deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly.
Why it matters: An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed October 20, 2021.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 1 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Engine (6): the most common themes are leaks (3), warning light on (2).
- Electrical (6): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (2), electrical failure (2).
- Other / unknown (4): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Fuel & propulsion (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar has 16 owner complaints, ranking #3 of 8 Range Rover Velar model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 14). Complaints peaked in 2026 (6 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 5 years old, at a median of 1,600 miles. Neighboring years: 2019 (27 complaints, 2 recalls), 2021 (12 complaints, 3 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 5.0 L 8-cyl | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 15 | 20 | 17 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2020 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 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar problems?
Owners have filed 16 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine (6), electrical (6), other / unknown (4).
What gas mileage does the 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar get?
EPA ratings run up to 23 mpg combined (2.0 L, Automatic (S8)), across 3 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2020 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.