Is unintended forward surge or jerk while stopping a known issue with the 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Sport?

3 NHTSA complaints have been filed about unintended forward surge or jerk while stopping on the 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (2021-01 → 2021-08). Reported component: POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE. From an owner report (NHTSA ODI #11430716): "Car jumped forward while coming to a stop. Almost hit a child crossing in the crosswalk. Also happened numerous times coming to a stop at the off ramp. Engine idles very rough, high pitch idle, and RPMs surge up and down on their own. Dealer won’t believe us. They don’t want to" Source: NHTSA.

Is instrument cluster and infotainment display blackout a known issue with the 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Sport?

3 NHTSA complaints have been filed about instrument cluster and infotainment display blackout on the 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (2020-03 → 2025-07). Reported component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), VISIBILITY/WIPER. From an owner report (NHTSA ODI #11319464): "I HAVE HAD OVER 8 INSTANCES WITH EITHER THE LOWER SCREEN, UPPER SCREEN OR BOTH SCREENS COMPLETELY BLACKING OUT AND BEING INOPERABLE. LANDROVER HAS HAD 4 ATTEMPTS TO FIX IT UNSUCCESSFULLY WITH LANDROVER CORPORATE INVOLVED. IN ADDITION, THE SIDE VIEW MIRRORS DIP DOWN IN REVERSE" Source: NHTSA.

Is charging system and aux battery fault disabling systems a known issue with the 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Sport?

6 NHTSA complaints have been filed about charging system and aux battery fault disabling systems on the 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (2023-02 → 2026-01). Reported component: POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE. From an owner report (NHTSA ODI #11692476): "Faulty code P0A7B and P0A1F for the Battery Energy Control Module BECM was diagnosed. Check engine light appeared and then car shut off at a light when attempting to press accelerator. Was told by dealer the part needed replacement instead of just a software update. A recall was" Source: NHTSA.

2020 Land Rover Range Rover Sport Recalls, Issues & Maintenance

Q: Is engine coolant leak and low coolant warning a known issue with the 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Sport?

8 NHTSA complaints have been filed about engine coolant leak and low coolant warning on the 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (2023-05 → 2026-03). Reported component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. From an owner report (NHTSA ODI #11725665): "The contact owns a 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact stated that within a week of purchasing the vehicle new, there was an abnormally strong odor coming from the vehicle. The dealer picked up the vehicle and performed an engine cleaning; however, the failure" Source: NHTSA.

Q: Is dc-dc converter failure causing loss of motive power a known issue with the 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Sport?

5 NHTSA complaints have been filed about dc-dc converter failure causing loss of motive power on the 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (2026-02 → 2026-08). Reported component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. From an owner report (NHTSA ODI #11758627): "I was driving my vehicle on a California freeway and it stopped at traffic signal that was red. When the light turned green and my vehicle accelerated forward the vehicle system powered down in the middle of traffic. I had the vehicle towed to a local mechanic who identified two" Source: NHTSA.

The 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Sport carries 7 open NHTSA recalls — most recently covering software and tires. Owners report 5 recurring issue clusters, led by “Engine coolant leak and low coolant warning.” Land Rover schedules service annually: oil and inspection every 12 months or roughly 16,000 miles, whichever comes first, with the interval message shown in the instrument cluster. The published intervals assume on-road use — Land Rover halves oil and driveline intervals for sustained off-road driving, deep wading, or heavy towing. On air-suspension models (Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, Discovery), have the compressor, struts, and ride-height sensors inspected at every service; it's far cheaper as a check than as a failure.

7 Open Recalls

Source: NHTSA

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE

Campaign #21V117000 · Feb 25, 2021

Issue: 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.

TIRES

Campaign #20V586000 · Sep 24, 2020

Issue: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Range Rover Sport vehicles equipped with 19-inch wheels. The tire inflation pressure label and the tire placard label state the incorrect tire pressures for the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

Risk: Failure to inflate tires to the correct pressure could lead to loss of vehicle stability and control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will apply the correct labels, free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2020. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-369-1000. Land Rover's number for this recall is N491.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Campaign #20V585000 · Sep 24, 2020

Issue: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Range Rover Sport vehicles equipped with 20-inch, 21-inch, or 22-inch wheels. The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) recommended pressure has been set incorrectly in the instrument cluster. As a result, the TPMS warning light will not illuminate when tire pressure reaches 25% below the cold inflation pressure stated on the tire placard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."

Risk: Drivers may unknowingly operate the vehicle with low tire pressure, possibly causing tire tread separation, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. The recall began November 2, 2020. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-369-1000. Land Rover's number for this recall is N494.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION

Campaign #23V044000 · Feb 2, 2023

Issue: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Range Rover Sport, 2020-2023 Range Rover, Defender, 2022-2023 Discovery, and 2023 Range Rover Velar vehicles. The engine cam carrier oil channel may be blocked, which can lead to an oil leak.

Risk: An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the engine cam carrier and related components as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2023. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N763.

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Campaign #24V023000 · Jan 18, 2024

Issue: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Range Rover and Range Rover Sport vehicles equipped with a Surround Camera System. Water may enter into the rearview camera, which can cause the rearview camera image not to appear on the display or display a distorted image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display while in reverse decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of injury or crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the rearview camera and add a new seal or replace the camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed to Range Rover owners March 4, 2024. Interim notification letters were mailed to Range Rover Sport owners March 7, 2024. Range Rover Sport owners will receive a second notice once remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N778.

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Campaign #24V364000 · May 23, 2024

Issue: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Range Rover Sport vehicles equipped with a Surround Camera System. Water may enter into the rearview camera, which can cause the rearview camera image not to appear on the display or display a distorted image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display can decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of injury or crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the rearview camera for damage. If no damage is found, the camera will be fitted with a new seal. If damage is found, the camera will be replaced and calibrated. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 18, 2024. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N901. These vehicles were previously recalled under 24V-023 for this same issue and will need to have the new remedy completed.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:DC/DC CONVERTER

Campaign #26V248000 · Apr 17, 2026

Issue: 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.

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

Fix: 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.

Recall data refreshed Sep 6, 2026.

Known issues for this vehicle

What drivers and federal regulators have officially reported about the 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Sport.

1 active NHTSA investigation

Source: NHTSA

Front Steering Knuckle Fractures
Action #EA26003 · opened Apr 24, 2026
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) is upgrading its Preliminary Evaluation (PE25006) of front steering knuckle fractures on model year (MY) 2014 through 2017 Range Rover Sport vehicles to an Engineering Analysis. ODI opened PE25006 on June 27, 2025, after receiving 12 Veh…
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Reported to NHTSA

Engine coolant leak and low coolant warning

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

8 NHTSA complaints · 2023-05 → 2026-03

“The contact owns a 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact stated that within a week of purchasing the vehicle new, there was an abnormally strong odor coming from the vehicle. The dealer picked up the vehicle and performed an engine cleaning; however, the failure”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11725665

“A potential concern has been identified on specific vehicles within the above vehicle range. A concern has been identified on Ingenium I4 2.0L Petrol Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) engines where the coolant pump drive belt can become damaged leading to detachment or”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11700579

“Constant problems with engine coolant parts made out of plastic”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11696354

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Unintended forward surge or jerk while stopping

POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE

3 NHTSA complaints · 2021-01 → 2021-08

“Car jumped forward while coming to a stop. Almost hit a child crossing in the crosswalk. Also happened numerous times coming to a stop at the off ramp. Engine idles very rough, high pitch idle, and RPMs surge up and down on their own. Dealer won’t believe us. They don’t want to”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11430716

“AT APPX 115PM I HAD LUNCH AT THE MILLBURN DINER. I GOT INTO MY VEHICLE AT APPX 2PM IN THE PARKING LOT OF THE DINER AT 72 ESSEX STREET IN MILLBURN NJ. I PRESSED THE BUTTON TO START MY CAR. I LOOKED BACK AND SHIFTED FROM PARK TO REVERSE IN MOTION. I SLOWLY MOVED BACKWARDS IN THE”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11413275

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER SPORT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 65 MPH, THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER CEASED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE JERKED FORWARD AS THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. NO WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11390552

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Instrument cluster and infotainment display blackout

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), VISIBILITY/WIPER

3 NHTSA complaints · 2020-03 → 2025-07

“I HAVE HAD OVER 8 INSTANCES WITH EITHER THE LOWER SCREEN, UPPER SCREEN OR BOTH SCREENS COMPLETELY BLACKING OUT AND BEING INOPERABLE. LANDROVER HAS HAD 4 ATTEMPTS TO FIX IT UNSUCCESSFULLY WITH LANDROVER CORPORATE INVOLVED. IN ADDITION, THE SIDE VIEW MIRRORS DIP DOWN IN REVERSE”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11319464

“1. The central control display of the vehicle is often black and the map cannot be viewed while driving, which will cause tension and panic and make driving unsafe; 2. The lane centering of the vehicle often does not work, it cannot work normally, and it directly deviates to”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11513938

“I am reporting a significant safety issue related to my 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Sport involving sunroof water intrusion that has caused serious electrical failures throughout the vehicle. Shortly after owning the vehicle, I began to notice water leaking from the sunroof”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11676894

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DC-DC converter failure causing loss of motive power

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

5 NHTSA complaints · 2026-02 → 2026-08

“I was driving my vehicle on a California freeway and it stopped at traffic signal that was red. When the light turned green and my vehicle accelerated forward the vehicle system powered down in the middle of traffic. I had the vehicle towed to a local mechanic who identified two”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11758627

“The contact owns a 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V248000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted, and it was determined that the”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11744594

“The DC/DC converter went out. While driving [XXX], all the warning lights came on, no abs, no front collision warning and all other safety warnings lights flashed. Immediately after the lights came on vehicle completely shut down while driving leaving me stranded in the street”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11733585

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Charging system and aux battery fault disabling systems

POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE

6 NHTSA complaints · 2023-02 → 2026-01

“Faulty code P0A7B and P0A1F for the Battery Energy Control Module BECM was diagnosed. Check engine light appeared and then car shut off at a light when attempting to press accelerator. Was told by dealer the part needed replacement instead of just a software update. A recall was”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11692476

“I took my Range Rover in for a coolant leak, was told there was a Recall on a battery system, the recall was a software update to prevent that battery system from going offline. The system was already offline, and Land Rover North America refuses to honor the intent of the”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11633905

“The component that failed is the charging system alternator on my 2020 Range Rover Sport HST (mild-hybrid). This vehicle has experienced three alternator failures prior to 100,000 miles. The failed alternator and related components are currently in dealer possession and are”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11708257

Extends the life of your vehicle and improves comfort

Cabin Air Filter

Every 16,000 mi

Replace at every annual service. Most JLR models locate it behind the glovebox; some Range Rover models have twin filters.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$60–$95

Shop

~$45–$70

DIY

~$15–$40

Usually behind the glovebox. Shops charge labor for a 10-minute job — easy DIY win.

Engine Coolant

On condition / lifetime

JLR long-life coolant is scheduled for roughly 10 years; independent specialists suggest refreshing around 100,000 miles, using only JLR-spec coolant.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$285–$330

Shop

~$200–$235

DIY

~$25–$60

Use the manufacturer-specified coolant — wrong color/chemistry can damage the cooling system.

Typical U.S. ranges. Actual quotes vary by shop, parts choice, and vehicle condition.

How we estimate: Dealer = OEM parts × 1.4 + labor × $165/hr. Shop = parts + labor × $115/hr. DIY = parts only.

This maintenance schedule for the 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Sport reflects Land Rover's published service intervals and the Service Interval Indicator system. Your actual service needs may vary based on driving conditions, climate, and vehicle usage. Always consult your owner's manual for model-specific recommendations.

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