2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Range Rover Velar years
- Far more complaints than other years 3rd of 8 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 16 complaints with NHTSA about the 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar. That ranks 3rd out of 8 Range Rover Velar model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (6 complaints, 38%). Complaints mention 1 injury. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 16owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 6 | 38% | — | — | — |
| Engine | 6 | 38% | 1,800 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 4 | 25% | — | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 13% | 2,000 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Lane Departure | 1 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 6% | 110 | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 6% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Seat belts:front:retractor; seat belts:rear/other:retractor
Problem: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2021 Range Rover, 2022 Range Rover Sport, 2020-2021 Range Rover Velar, Discovery Sport, 2020-2022 Discovery, and Defender vehicles. The seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly.
Risk: An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed October 20, 2021. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N630.
Exterior lighting:lighting control module:software; exterior lighting:headlights
Problem: 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, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: The driver may be unaware that the high beams are illuminated, reducing visibility for oncoming traffic, and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. The recall began April 7, 2021. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N556.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
On XXX at approximately 17,900 miles, a tire on my 2020 Range Rover Velar exploded suddenly while my wife was driving on the highway at approximately 50 mph. The blowout displaced the axle. The vehicle was brought to a stop without a collision, and no injuries occurred. The vehicle was towed to…
The Telematics Control Unit (TCU) short-circuited internally while the vehicle was parked, draining the battery and leaving the vehicle completely immobilized. It would not start and had to be towed to an authorized Land Rover dealer. The dealer's diagnosis (RO 645537, JLR Technical Assistance case…
"My 2020 Range Rover Velar (VIN: [XXX], 68,424 miles) has an electronic rotary gear selector showing signs of failure consistent with a widely reported defect in this vehicle line. The shift-by-wire module uses an internal circuit board known for weak solder joints, causing the dial to become stuck…
I'm writing to report a serious safety issue with my 2020 Range Rover Velar's power tailgate. While I was inside the cargo area, the tailgate began closing on its own/unexpectedly. On a separate occasion, it closed on my [XXX] son while he was in the cargo area-I had to push him out of the way to…
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Other Land Rover Range Rover Velar years
← 2019 Range Rover Velar · 2021 Range Rover Velar →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Range Rover Velar | 1 | 1 |
| 2024 Range Rover Velar | 2 | 4 |
| 2023 Range Rover Velar | 6 | 3 |
| 2022 Range Rover Velar | 8 | 4 |
| 2021 Range Rover Velar | 13 | 3 |
| 2020 | 16 | 2 |
| 2019 Range Rover Velar | 27 | 2 |
| 2018 Range Rover Velar | 43 | 3 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar?
Owners most often report electrical system, engine, unknown or other problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 6 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Range Rover Velar model years, the 2020 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.