Model year record

2019 Land Rover Range Rover Velar recalls & problems

The 2019 Land Rover Range Rover Velar has 2 safety recalls and 27 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is engine (14 complaints).

Recalls2safety recalls

Complaints27filed by owners

Crashes · fires0 · 3reported in complaints

Injuries · deaths1 · 0reported in complaints

Safety recalls

Exterior lightingFeb 25, 2021

Lighting control module › Software

Recall 21V11700026,805 vehicles

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.

Components: Exterior lighting › Lighting control module › Software; Exterior lighting › Headlights

EngineJan 17, 2019

Engine

Recall 19V0400002,587 vehicles

Problem: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2019 Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, Range Rover Velar and Discovery vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with V6 or V8 engines whose crankshaft pulley retaining bolt may fracture possibly resulting in engine failure.
Risk: Engine failure can increase the risk of crash.
Fix: Land Rover has notified owners, and dealers will replace the crankshaft pulley center retaining bolt, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2019. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N276.

Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.

Crash test ratings

2019 Land Rover Range Rover Velar SUV 4WD

OverallNot Rated

Frontal crash	Not Rated
Side crash	Not Rated
Rollover	Not Rated

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program). Ratings are comparable only between vehicles of similar size and weight, and ratings from 2011 on use tougher tests than earlier years. Photos: NHTSA.

Fuel economy

Range Rover Velar Diesel

28mpg combined

City / highway	26 / 30 mpg
Fuel	Diesel

2 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (S8) · All-Wheel Drive · about $3,400/year to fuel

Range Rover Velar

23mpg combined

City / highway	21 / 27 mpg
Fuel	Premium Gasoline

2 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (S8) · All-Wheel Drive · about $3,550/year to fuel

Range Rover Velar

20mpg combined

City / highway	18 / 24 mpg
Fuel	Premium Gasoline

3 L · 6 cyl · Automatic (S8) · All-Wheel Drive · about $4,100/year to fuel

EPA estimates from fueleconomy.gov for each engine and transmission sold. Annual cost is the EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year at its current fuel and electricity price assumptions. Your results will vary.

What owners report

Problem area	Complaints	Fires	Injuries	Typical mileage*
Engine	14	3	1	33,311 mi
Electrical systemInstrument cluster/panel	9	1	0	30,123 mi
Unknown or other	5	1	1	—
Power train	3	0	0	—
Exterior lighting	3	0	0	—
StructureBody	2	1	1	—
Forward collision avoidanceWarnings; Automatic emergency braking	2	0	0	—
Engine and engine cooling	2	0	0	—
Steering	1	0	0	—
Wheels	1	0	0	—
Fuel/propulsion system	1	0	0	—

*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.

Recent owner complaints

Electrical system
As I was driving down the interstate doing about 75 miles per hour the car lost all power without a warning. It was at night in the middle of no where. I almost had a bad accident but I was able to veer off the road before the car brakes locked. I was unable to use safety flashers.
May 9, 2026
Exterior lighting
I am reporting a premature failure of the daytime running light (DRL) system on my Range Rover Velar. Both DRLs have failed within approximately one year of each other, indicating a likely systemic defect rather than normal wear. The DRLs are integrated LED components within the headlamp assembly and are not serviceable independently. When the DRL fails, the entire headlight assembly must typically be replaced. I have been informed that a single replacement headlight assembly can cost approximately $3,000 (parts only, excluding labor). This results in an extremely high repair cost for a lighting component that should last the life of the vehicle. When one DRL fails and the other remains…
Nov 1, 2025
Electrical systemFire
My CAR CAUGHT ON FIRE DUE TO ELECTRICAL AND ENGINE ISSUES.
Apr 10, 2026
Engine
My 2019 Range Rover Velar P250 R-Dynamic SE began experiencing cooling system issues approximately 5 months after purchase. The vehicle was brought to an authorized Land Rover dealership several times during the warranty period. Despite these visits, the underlying problem â including cracked thermostat housing, leaking coolant hoses, and plastic cooling system components â was never permanently repaired. Over time, the unresolved defect caused catastrophic engine and turbocharger failure, which I paid for out of pocket. The cooling issues are consistent with known Land Rover service bulletins covering: âThermostat housing / coolant outlet leaksâ, âCoolant crossover pipe / O-ring…
Apr 9, 2025
Electrical system
Front Passenger Daytime Running Light Chip Failure Range Rover Velar Forums have THOUSANDS of this exact issue. Land Rover has ceased all communications with me regarding this issue, including the executive office.
Nov 10, 2025
Unknown or other
SUV Rear hatch has a mind of its own and will come down unexpectedly on you when your reaching into the back. This is the kick your foot under the bumper to get it to open feature. I have never been able to get this feature to work when I want it to. However I'm pretty good at getting the hatch to open when I am just washing the car/bumper. From my research this seems to be a very common gripe among various makes and models. Need feature to go or at least a way to disable it.
Dec 5, 2025
Engine
Both the Cooling elbow and manifold connecting to the engine block were disintegrating causing severe leaks on both the elbow and manifold connections. This is a well known recall for Range Rover Velars that was never addressed on my vehicle. Multiple dealers refused to address the issue forcing me to perform the repairs myself. Campaign ID 23V221000
Oct 27, 2025
Engine
The contact owns a 2019 Land Rover Range Rover Velar. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine compartment. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the timing chain and the VVT solenoid needed to be replaced. The contact researched and was made aware of an unknown recall; however, the VIN was not under recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 58,200.
Oct 19, 2025 · 58,200 miles

Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.