Land Rover2019–2021

Discovery Sport 2.0 D180 MHEV: Common faults & known problems

Common faults & known problems

6 known faults documented in workshop bulletins. Of these, three concern the electrical and ignition and one the engine and fuel system. Symptoms, causes, repair steps and part numbers are shown where supplied.

Engine & fuel system

1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.

Oil leak from transfer box

Affects All models with four wheel drive.Fit modified part

Cause

Unsatisfactory design of transfer box blanking plug, allowing oil leakage.

Repair

  1. Fit modified transfer box blanking plug.
Parts2 parts
Parts listed in the bulletin
PartPart numberQty
Blanking plugLR0003751
Transfer box oilLR019727As required

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 1.

Electrical & ignition

3 documented faults — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.

Amber Diesel particulate filter (DPF) warning lamp illuminated

Overview

Affects
All models with Diesel particulate filter (DPF).
Remedy
Software update

Cause

Diesel particulate filter (DPF) blocked due to frequent short journeys or driving at constant low speeds.

DPF regeneration process repeatedly not completed.

Repair steps

  1. Carry out electrical, mechanical and component tests (as applicable) to eliminate any other possible cause(s).
  2. If no fault(s) found: Re-program engine control module (ECM) with upgraded software. Note: To carry out an effective repair a software upgrade will be required - refer to manufacturer.
  3. Carry out DPF regeneration using suitable diagnostic equipment.

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 2.

Rattling noise from glovebox area

Overview

Affects
All models.

Cause

Multifunction control module protective cover vibrating due to incorrect fitment.

Multifunction control module wiring harness vibrating due incorrectly routed.

Repair steps

  1. Remove multifunction control module protective cover.
  2. Re-route wiring harness for multifunction control module behind front footwell carpet.
  3. Refit multifunction control module protective cover Ensure correct fitment of protective cover.

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 5.

When vehicle is approached with keyless entry remote control, tailgate opens unintentionally

Tailgate control module wiring harness incorrectly routed.

Overview

Affects
All models with tailgate automatic open/close function.

Repair steps

  1. Locate tailgate control module behind LH rear wheel arch lining.
  2. Check tailgate control module wiring harness for correct routing.
  3. If tailgate control module wiring harness routing incorrect: Re-route tailgate control module wiring harness.
  4. Repeat procedure for opposite side.

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 6.

Air conditioning & heating

1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.

Incorrect display of outside air temperature

Overview

Affects
All models, 2017→.
Remedy
Software update

Cause

AC/heater blower motor control module software fault.

Repair

  1. Carry out electrical, mechanical and component tests (as applicable) to eliminate any other possible cause(s).
  2. If no fault(s) found: Re-program AC control module with upgraded software. Note: To carry out an effective repair a software upgrade will be required - refer to manufacturer.

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 3.

Other

1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.

Rattling/scraping noise from underside of vehicle when driving

Affects All models.Fit modified part

Cause

Underbody shield loose or adrift due to failure.

Repair

  1. Fit modified underbody shields.
Parts2 parts
Parts listed in the bulletin
PartPart numberQty
Underbody shield - LHLR0936151
Underbody shield - RHLR0936141

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 4.

Glossary

Technical terms used in this guide.

ECM
Engine control module — the electronic unit that manages the engine
DPF
Diesel particulate filter — traps soot in the exhaust and burns it off periodically
AC
Air conditioning — the system that cools the cabin
LH
Left-hand — the left side of the vehicle as you sit in it
AC/Heater
The heating and air-conditioning system
Control Module
A control unit for one of the vehicle's systems (engine, gearbox, brakes, body, and so on)
DPF Regeneration
The process that burns soot out of the diesel particulate filter, usually on a longer run
Multifunction Control Module
The control module that runs shared electrical functions (lights, wipers, locking, and so on)
Re-Program
Update the software on a control module using the manufacturer's diagnostic tool
Transfer Box
The gearbox that splits drive between the front and rear axles, and selects high/low range
Wiring Harness
The bundled cables that carry power and signals around the vehicle
Blower Motor
The fan that pushes air through the heater and air-conditioning

Frequently asked questions

What are the common faults with the Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0 D180 MHEV?

This guide contains six workshop bulletins for the Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0 D180 MHEV. Of these, three concern the electrical and ignition and one the engine and fuel system. Symptoms, causes, repair steps and part numbers are shown where supplied.

Does every Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0 D180 MHEV have these faults?

No. These are patterns documented across the model by workshops, not predictions for an individual vehicle. Where a fault applies only to certain vehicles or VIN ranges, that is listed with the fault.

Can I check for Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0 D180 MHEV faults myself?

Many of them. The documented symptoms can be seen, heard or felt during a test drive.

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