1996 Land Rover Discovery I: problems, recalls and reliability
1 recall and 10 owner complaints on record; most reports concern fuel system, gasoline.
Data updated weekly · latest recall Apr 2004
1
recalls
10
owner complaints
0
fire reports
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typical failure mileage, mi
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
No fire reports
Common problems
Computed from 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
Limited data: only 10 complaints on record for this model year - too few for percentage statistics. Bars show raw report counts; read them as individual owner reports, not reliability rates.
Fuel System, Gasoline (fuel pump, tank, lines)8 complaints
Visibility (windshield, wipers, defroster, mirrors)1 complaint
Vehicle Speed Control (unintended acceleration, cruise control)1 complaint
“Land rover sent me recall action b156. They will not honor recall because I have a salvaged title. I've been driving this car since 1997. Can anything be done for them to honor this recall. I hope my car doesn't blow up. *jb”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Oct 2007
“Dt*: the contact stated a NHTSA recall letter #04v203000 regarding the fuel system, gasoline: storage was received. The vehicle was taken to the service dealer for the recall work, where the dealer informed the contact would have to pay for the filler hose and other hoses that may come apart when the fuel tank is replaced. The contact expressed concern that the recall work should cover all involved parts and labor.”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Nov 2006
“Dt*: the contact stated a recall letter was recently received and there was currently no problem with the vehicle. The dealer was called to schedule an appointment for repair under NHTSA recall 04v203000, concerning the fuel tank. When the dealer was consulted they stated there was a high possibility the fuel pump and gauge would go out when the fuel tank was changed. The dealer asked the contact to sign a waiver for the repair of the fuel pump and gauge in case they are damaged during the change of the fuel tank. Updated 07/25/06. *jb”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Jun 2006
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“Dt*: the contact stated there is a smell of gasoline throughout the vehicle. There is a NHTSA recall # 04v203000, concerning the fuel system: gasoline: storage. The contact tried for a year to get the recall work completed, however the dealer will not make the appointment. The manufacturer, when contacted, instructed the contact to work out the problem with the dealer. Updated 4/11/2006 - *nm”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Mar 2006
“Dt: consumer received recall notice involving cracked fuel tanks concerning land rovers. Had appointment with dealer, and then was informed that there would be a $600 charge for the fuel pump that would be damaged when the fuel tank was removed. Called manufacturer, and they said that they would not cover extra expense of the fuel pump or any other damages incurred by the replacement of this recall. *ak”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Jun 2005
“Contact states; land rover dealership are trying to get customer to pay out of pocket expense for replacing fuel pump because it is rusted. Recall on fuel tank. Must remove fuel pump to replace fuel tank. Dealership says they can not replace fuel tank without removing fuel pump. Customer has had contact with deal and dealership.*ak”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · May 2005
“Dt: the contact states there is NHTSA recall campaign 02v028000 concerning the vehicle speed control. This recall is for 1999-2002 land rover discovery ii. This vehicle is experiencing the same problems as indicated in the recall. This vehicle is not included in the recall due to VIN. The vehicle has not been repaired. *ak updated 12/27/2005 - an independent technician diagnosed the problem as a worn idle speed control valve. The vehicle no longer experienced the problem after the part was replaced. *nm”Owner report · Vehicle Speed Control · Nov 2004
“Consumer stated that when gas tank was full gas leaked from the top of the tank. Consumer called the manufacturer to indicate that this vehicle was having same problem as stated in recall 04v007000, and was told that the consumer's vehicle was not included in the recall due to VIN. *ak”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Oct 2004
“Interior review mirror, a self-dimming model made by magadonnelly, has deteriorated and there are several dark spots, the worst in the center of the mirror. It is ellipsoid in shape, about 1 by 3 cm. I was told by md in november they would replace the mirror free of charge, but now am told they will not, according to lana.celmer@magnadonnelly.com. *jb”Owner report · Visibility · Oct 2004
“1996 discovery I pump assembly lines rusted. *ts the consumer referenced recall # 04v203000. The consumer also stated the vehicle had electrical problems. *jb”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Jan 1901
Recalls - 1 campaign
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE04V203000 · Apr 2004
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, A STRESS CRACK CAN DEVELOP IN THE PLASTIC FUEL TANKS.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL TANK. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MARCH 15, 2005. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT LAND ROVER AT 1-800-637-6837.
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Is the 1996 Land Rover Discovery I reliable?
NHTSA has 10 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on record for the 1996 Land Rover Discovery I. The most complained-about area is fuel system, gasoline.
Does the 1996 Land Rover Discovery I have open recalls?
1 recall campaign has been issued, the latest concerning fuel system, gasoline:storage. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.