Model year guide

2021 Land Rover Discovery Sport

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2021 Land Rover Discovery Sport is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 118 on record.

2021 Land Rover Discovery Sport at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints4
Combined20 mpg

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2021 Land Rover Discovery Sport recalls 2

Electrical System:propulsion System:dc/dc Converter NHTSA Campaign #26V599000 · manufacturer #E008 · 17/09/2026

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2019-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, 2020-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque, Land Rover Range Rover, Land Rover Discovery Sport, Land Rover Defender, 2021-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Velar, Jaguar E-Pace, F-Pace, and Land Rover Discovery vehicles. The DC-DC converter may malfunction due to an electrical overload that can occur during high pow…

Fix: Dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed November 13, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 800-637-6837. Land Rover…

Seat Belts:rear/other:retractor NHTSA Campaign #21V668000 · manufacturer #N630 · 26/08/2021

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.

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.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 8 Oct 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2021 Land Rover Discovery Sport common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

2021 Land Rover Discovery Sport MPG & running costs

Combined20 mpg
City19 mpg
Highway23 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,100
EPA size classSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
TransmissionAutomatic (S9)
Forced inductionTurbocharged
Engine start-stopYes
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$8,500 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2021 Land Rover Discovery Sport costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$20,500
Fuel only$20,500
Per mile$0.27

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

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2021 Land Rover Discovery Sport — frequently asked questions

Does the 2021 Land Rover Discovery Sport have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2021 Land Rover Discovery Sport. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2021 Land Rover Discovery Sport?

Across all 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are power train, engine, steering.

What gas mileage does the 2021 Land Rover Discovery Sport get?

The 2021 Land Rover Discovery Sport has a U.S. EPA estimate of 20 mpg combined (19 city / 23 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.