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2021 Land Rover Range Rover Velar problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 11 complaints on file for the 2021 Land Rover Range Rover Velar — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

11

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

2

Crash-involved

2

Fires reported

2

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2021 compare to other Range Rover Velar years?

Range Rover Velar NHTSA complaints by model year, 2021 highlighted61 complaints2018: 61 complaints2019: 43 complaints2020: 21 complaints2021: 11 complaints2022: 14 complaints2023: 3 complaints2024: 4 complaints2026: 2 complaints
Range Rover Velar NHTSA complaints by model year, 2021 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2021 Land Rover Range Rover Velar problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Other327%
Electrical System218%
Seat Belts218%
Steering218%
Brakes19%
Engine19%

Does the 2021 Land Rover Range Rover Velar have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

26V248000Electrical SystemApril 17, 2026 · 170,169 units

Defect

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Velar and Land Rover Discovery, 2020-2023 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque, 2019-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, 2020-2024 Land Rover Range Rover, 2020 Land Rover Discovery Sport, 2020-2024 Land Rover Defender, 2021-2024 Jaguar F-Pace, and 2021-2022 Jaguar E-Pace mild-hybrid electric vehicles (MHEVs.) The DC-DC converter can fail due to an internal fault in the boost control microchip. A failure of the DC-DC converter will result in a loss of 12-Volt system charging and can lead to complete loss of drive power and exterior lighting.

Consequence

A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

The remedy for this recall is currently under development. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed June 17, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 800-637-6837. Land Rover's numbers for this recall are D126 and H575.

21V668000Seat BeltsAugust 26, 2021 · 32,687 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

Remedy

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“In wet, rainy conditions, the dynamic stability control malfunctioned and would not cede control back to the driver. As a result, the vehicle crashed into the guardrail, causing injury to an passenger. I am an attorney, reporting this on behalf of my client who was the injured passenger, Mr. Vikram…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · June 4, 2022 · crash

“In wet, rainy conditions, the dynamic stability control malfunctioned and would not cede control back to the driver. As a result, the vehicle crashed into the guardrail, causing injury to an passenger. I am an attorney, reporting this on behalf of my client who was the injured passenger, Mr. Vikram…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · June 4, 2022 · crash

“Well maintained vehicle I’ve been sole owner of. Driving normally along highway at normal speed. Electrical issue warning alert pops up, immediately goes away. This happened again, car fills with smoke and is immediately on fire. Happened very quickly. Have had zero issues with this vehicle…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · December 10, 2025 · fire

“The contact owns a 2021 Land Rover Range Rover Velar. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH, a warning message indicating that the brake pads needed to be replaced was illuminated. The contact stated that upon depressing the brake pedal, the brake pedal emitted abnormal sounds. The contact veered…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · June 11, 2022

2021 Land Rover Range Rover Velar — common questions

Is the 2021 Land Rover Range Rover Velar reliable?

The record is thin — 11 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 2021 Range Rover Velar problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are other (3 complaints), electrical system (2 complaints), seat belts (2 complaints).

Does the 2021 Land Rover Range Rover Velar have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2021 Land Rover Range Rover Velar. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Land Rover Range Rover Velar years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Range Rover Velar years to avoid are 2018, 2019. The cleanest record among Range Rover Velar years belongs to 2026.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.