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2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport problems, recalls and owner complaints
What the 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport has been recalled for, how often it fails the UK MOT and what owners report, from official government data. Updated October 25, 2026.
- 0safety recalls
- 52owner complaints
- 4crash reports
- 0fire reports
- 18%fail the UK MOT
52 complaints, against an average of 38 for the other 9 Land Rover Discovery Sport model years.
Every Land Rover Discovery Sport model year with its number of owner complaints. Pick a year to compare.
What goes wrong with the 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport?
The components named most often in the 52 owner complaints. One complaint can name several, so the shares can add up to more than 100%.
What symptoms do 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport owners describe?
Found by reading the text of all 52 owner complaints. Tap a symptom for the answer, a real owner quote and any related recall.
- Why does my 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport stall, lose power or shut off while driving?5 owners · 9.6%
- Has the 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport had transmission failures?5 owners · 9.6%
- Why is the check engine light on in my 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport?4 owners · 7.7%
- Why do the doors lock or unlock by themselves on my 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport?4 owners · 7.7%
- Does the 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport have turbo problems?3 owners · 5.8%
Has the 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport been recalled?
NHTSA lists no safety recalls for the 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport as of October 25, 2026. Recalls can be issued at any time, so check your VIN before you rely on this.
Is the 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport recalled in the UK or Europe?
Recalls issued by the UK's DVSA and through the EU's Safety Gate system that cover this model and build period. European models can differ from U.S. ones, and "years estimated" means the recall gave no build dates, so confirm your own car with your registration or VIN.
UK DVSASecurity Guidance
Risk: Jaguar Land Rover in conjunction with law enforcement and insurance bodies is aware of the increase in thefts of vehicles in specific geographical locations within the United Kingdom. there is no fault with Jaguar Land Rover's security systems and they continue to meet stringent automotive legislation. Jaguar Land Rover is offering owners guidance on how to maximise vehicle security and protect against theft.
Fix: Vehicle registered keepers will be sent a security guidance letter only - there is no repair action.
UK DVSASecurity Enhancement
Risk: For affected vehicles the manufacturer has developed a software enhancement to further increase vehicle security.
Fix: The software enhancement will deploy this update and reduce the theft risk.
UK DVSAVehicles failed to routinely achieve the required levels of co2 emissions
Risk: Vehicles failed to routinely achieve the required levels of CO2 emissions.
Fix: Update the vehicle software to the latest version.
UK DVSAFuel may leak
Risk: The brazing of the fuel rail end caps is inconsistent and may not correctly seal the fuel rail ends. Fuel vapour and liquid fuel leaks can occur over time. This can lead to a liquid fuel leak into the engine bay.
Fix: On affected vehicles replace the fuel rail with a correctly manufactured version.
UK DVSAShort circuit may occur
Risk: Vehicles included in safety recall R/2016/302 (P075) have received a modification which has subsequently been determined as not durable for the life of the vehicle. The engine harness may chafe on an engine bracket and cause engine malfunction. In extreme cases the engine may cut out.
Fix: On affected vehicles inspect harness and repair as necessary. Fit new bracket and secure harness.
UK DVSASeat belt pretensioner may not deploy
Risk: It has been identified by the seat belt Pre-Tensioner manufacturer that the pre-tensioner initiator generant mix ratio does not meet specification. This can therefore result in the initiator not functioning correctly which can lead to none activation of the pre-tensioner.
Fix: Recall all affected vehicles to check the pre-tentioner and if required replace it with a new quality assured component.
UK DVSAFuel may leak
Risk: The under bonnet fuel hoses routed on top of the engine may chafe against a plastic moulded noise suppressing material retaining posts on the underside of the engine top cover. The fuel hoses can over time chafe through the protective sleeve and fuel hose. Should the fuel hose wear through there will be an increased diesel fuel odour due to diesel fuel leaking. If this warning is ignored diesel fuel may leak onto the exhaust manifold (potential fire hazard) or onto the road surface (potential skid hazard).
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and ensure the securing washers are pushed fully home. Additionally remove 8mm from the plastic moulded retaining posts. The tape wrapped around the fuel hose protective sleeve and the fuel hose will be visually inspected and replaced if there are signs of damage.
EU Safety GateThe propellant in the inflator of the driver airbag may deteriorate over time.If the airbags deploy, it could result in fragments of the inflator injuring the vehicle's occupants.
Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Importer; Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users; Date of entry into force: Unknown
EU Safety GateActivation of the driver side airbag can result in inflator rupture which may cause metal fragments to pass through the cushion material,…Activation of the driver side airbag can result in inflator rupture which may cause metal fragments to pass through the cushion material, causing injury to the occupants.
Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer; Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users; Date of entry into force: 11/07/2022
EU Safety GateThe front seatbelt pre-tensioner may fail to operate when required, increasing the risk of injury to front seat occupants in the event of…The front seatbelt pre-tensioner may fail to operate when required, increasing the risk of injury to front seat occupants in the event of a crash.
Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer; Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users; Date of entry into force: 30/12/2016
EU Safety GateThe tightening torque of the lower control arm fixing may not be correct, causing the vehicle steering to be affected.This could increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer; Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users; Date of entry into force: 08/12/2016
EU Safety GateIn certain diesel engine vehicles, the under-bonnet fuel hoses have been misrouted, causing the nylon fuel hoses to chafe.Diesel fuel may leak onto the exhaust manifold or onto the road surface, which could cause an accident or an under-bonnet fire.
Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer; Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users; Date of entry into force: Unknown
EU Safety GateEngine harness contact with the EGR casting (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) can cause the wires within the engine harness protective sleeve to…Engine harness contact with the EGR casting (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) can cause the wires within the engine harness protective sleeve to wear through, exposing the actual wires which may short to the metal EGR valve. This could cause the engine to cut out with minimal warning to the driver and potentially cause a crash.
Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer; Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users; Date of entry into force: 30/06/2015
How often does the 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport fail its MOT?
Why they failed: the share of failed tests with at least one fault in each area (a test can fail on several). Cars first registered in 2016, tested in Great Britain in 2023; first registration is usually, but not always, the model year. Source: DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results, Open Government Licence v3.0.
What do 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport owners report?
12 of the 52 complaints, the most recent for the most-reported components, as the owners wrote them. NHTSA removes names and VINs; long reports are trimmed. CarHooq has not verified individual claims.
2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport, turbocharger failed at approximately 98,000 miles. Vehicle required turbocharger replacement costing over $5,000. VIN is excluded from the existing turbocharger class-action settlement because the vehicle is identified as having a BorgWarner single-scroll turbocharger. I believe the turbocharger failure may represent a premature manufacturing/design defect similar to the turbocharger failures alleged in the existing Flynn-Murphy litigation.
The contact owns a 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle, and the vehicle became difficult to maneuver. The contact pulled over to the shoulder lane to avoid a crash. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with a cracked chassis component that was used to secure the lower control arm for the front passenger’s side wheel. The contact was informed that the lower control arm component needed to be replaced. The vehicle…
Vehicle engine shut down and completely lost power. Technician inspected and found intake camshaft actuator came loose from camshaft. On this vehicle it simply uses tension from the bolt torquing. There is no keyway to prevent this. Vehicle engine is destroyed. Very unsafe design.
The braking system failed, specifically a brake line rupture/failure that resulted in a complete loss of braking function. The vehicle is currently located at AAA or IAA facility, because it was totaled after an accident. The loss of braking function created an immediate and severe safety hazard. My wife was unable to stop the vehicle, which resulted in a collision with another vehicle. This placed my wife, the occupants of the other vehicle, including a child seated on the side of impact, and others on the road at significant risk of serious injury or fatality. The issue has been diagnosed by…
My vehicle just turned 10 years old. It has a little more than 66,000 miles on it and very well maintained. It was operating fine with no issues up until the day I went to get into it last Friday. I started it up without issue, put it into drive and found that could not steer it. I actually had to have it put on a car carrier and taken to a foreign auto mechanic, who told me that I needed a completely new rack and pinion, my vehicle is not drivable. This should have been avoided had Land Rover checked the vehicle over when they were supposed to have done a complete service check on my vehicle…
My 2016 Jaguar Land Rover Discovery Sport is displaying a CHECK ENGINE light. After having it seen by mechanics I'm told the Turbo-Manifold is faulty-CRACKED-and must be replaced, not safe to drive. It demonstrates by having noxious fumes enter the cabin, causing ill effects-not operable subject to dire illness. Should be part of RECALL. Please advise. [XXX] [XXX] [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
I own a 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport (VIN [XXX] ). The vehicle was sold with InControl Remote features (remote lock/unlock, vehicle status, emergency SOS). These no longer function because the Telematics Control Unit (TCU) relies on the obsolete 2G/3G T-Mobile network. Since U.S. carriers shut down 2G/3G, the TCU cannot connect, leaving me without remote access or emergency SOS. Jaguar Land Rover acknowledges this but refuses to provide a 4G retrofit, unlike other automakers who offered upgrades or goodwill fixes when 2G/3G sunset occurred. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF…
The drivers side door does not latch closed and the vehicle does not warn with dash lights or sounds. When driving the door flies open and requires pulling over and using the physical key within the fob to lock and unlock to engage latch.
In early February, from a stop, I made right turn and the car just coasted and a "gear box fault" warning message appeared. I was fortunate enough that no one was behind me and I was able to coast into an empty parking lot right around the turn where I shut off the car. I started the car and it drove fine. I carefully drove it home. I saw other incidents of this "gear box fault" happening to other drivers by searching that on the internet, including someone driving on a major highway. I had the car towed to the dealer since I certainly believed this could easily have been an accident if there…
The contact owns a 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brakes were inoperable. The contact was able to safely drive the vehicle to the residence. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with a fractured brake hose. The contact was informed that the brake fluid hose needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. Additionally, the contact stated while driving and attempting to make a turn, the gear shifter seized. The contact stated that the vehicle was immovable and had seized in the middle of the…
I checked the car for a pre trip inspection, and noticed the oil dipstick smelled of gas. Towed it to a service center where they were not able to confirm what was the cause as there are no warning lights and fuel injectors tested good. They drained and flushed oil, but the issue did not resolve. Concerned this issue is the same issue as other cars of the same model but different year have been recalled for, I am reporting the issue.
The contact owns a 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 MPH or above, the vehicle started wobbling with contact almost losing control of the vehicle. The wobbling lasted less than a minute before the vehicle would regain normal stability and function. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 74,000.
2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport: questions owners ask
Is the 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport reliable?
NHTSA data alone cannot rate reliability, but it shows what owners reported. Owners filed 52 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport; the most common categories were engine (14, 26.9%), power train (13, 25%), service brakes (7, 13.5%). There are no safety recalls listed for this model year. 4 complaints mention a crash.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport?
Across 52 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the categories mentioned most often are engine (26.9% of complaints), power train (25% of complaints), service brakes (13.5% of complaints), steering (11.5% of complaints), structure (11.5% of complaints). One complaint can name several components.
Does the 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport have any recalls?
As of October 2026, NHTSA lists no safety recalls for the 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport. Recalls can be issued at any time, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Why does my 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport stall, lose power or shut off while driving?
5 of the 52 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport (9.6%) describe the engine stalling, losing power or shutting off while driving. One owner wrote: "Vehicle engine shut down and completely lost power. Technician inspected and found intake camshaft actuator came loose from camshaft. On this vehicle it simply uses tension from the bolt torquing. There is no keyway to prevent this." (NHTSA complaint 11748857, July 2026). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.
Has the 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport had transmission failures?
5 of the 52 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport (9.6%) describe transmission failure, slipping or a replaced transmission. One owner wrote: "The shift gear is broken. It is stuck in drive, I cannot park, reverse, or put the vehicle in neutral. Because the gear shift is stuck in drive I had to crash the vehicle into a curb, as not to hurt myself or others." (NHTSA complaint 11518418, April 2023). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.
Why is the check engine light on in my 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport?
4 of the 52 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport (7.7%) describe the check engine light coming on. One owner wrote: "My 2016 Jaguar Land Rover Discovery Sport is displaying a CHECK ENGINE light. After having it seen by mechanics I'm told the Turbo-Manifold is faulty-CRACKED-and must be replaced, not safe to drive." (NHTSA complaint 11716592, February 2026). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.
Why do the doors lock or unlock by themselves on my 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport?
4 of the 52 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport (7.7%) describe door locks or door latches failing. One owner wrote: "the driver's side from door latch is not operating correctly. the driver's side front door opens when the car is in motion. this happened in a parking lot while trying to leave the lot. we may have been going about 15mph." (NHTSA complaint 11592129, June 2024). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.
Does the 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport have turbo problems?
3 of the 52 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport (5.8%) describe turbocharger failure or turbo noise. One owner wrote: "2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport, turbocharger failed at approximately 98,000 miles. Vehicle required turbocharger replacement costing over $5,000." (NHTSA complaint 11761439, September 2026). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.
Check your own Discovery Sport
Counts are a starting point, not a verdict: popular models collect more complaints because more of them are on the road, and NHTSA does not verify individual reports. To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls (U.S.) or your registration at check-vehicle-recalls.service.gov.uk (UK). Had a safety problem? Report it to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations and recalls.
Data: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation recall and complaint databases (public domain), DVSA anonymised MOT results (Open Government Licence v3.0), DVSA vehicle recalls (Open Government Licence v3.0), EU Safety Gate alerts (© European Union), retrieved October 25, 2026. Model year 2016 only; combines NHTSA's entries for DISCOVERY SPORT (5 SEAT) and DISCOVERY SPORT (7 SEAT).