Land Rover2017–2026

Range Rover Velar 2.0 P250: Common faults & known problems

Common faults & known problems

5 known faults documented in workshop bulletins. Of these, one concerns the engine and fuel system and one the air conditioning and heating. Symptoms, causes, repair steps and part numbers are shown where supplied.

Engine & fuel system

1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.

Engine malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) illuminated

Affects All models with 2.0 petrol engine.P0011P0014P0016Fit modified part

Symptoms

Poor engine performance. Poor throttle response.

Cause

Camshaft position (CMP) actuators faulty.

Repair

  1. Fit modified camshaft position (CMP) actuators.
Parts1 part
Parts listed in the bulletin
PartPart numberQty
Camshaft position (CMP) actuator kitLR1402071

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 1.

Air conditioning & heating

1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.

Engine coolant blower motor runs continuously

Engine coolant pump impeller control actuator faulty. Fix: fit a modified part.

Overview

Affects
All models with 2.0 petrol engine.
Remedy
Fit modified part

Symptoms

Trouble codes stored in engine control module (ECM) fault memory: P2B61, P26CB.

Repair steps

  1. Fit modified engine coolant pump.
  2. Erase trouble codes from ECM fault memory.
  3. Reprogram engine control module (ECM) with upgraded software. Note: To carry out an effective repair a software upgrade will be required - refer to manufacturer.

Parts

Parts listed in the bulletin
PartPart numberQty
Engine coolant pumpLR1233921
Auxiliary drive belt (models with hybrid drive system)LR1009311

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 2.

Body & trim

1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.

Door handles sticking in open position in very cold conditions

Affects All models.Fit modified part

Symptoms

Keyless entry system not working in very cold conditions.

Cause

Door handle mechanism frozen due to water ingress.

Repair

  1. Fit modified door handles.
Parts6 parts
Parts listed in the bulletin
PartPart numberQty
Door handle (LH front door)LR1448871
Door handle (RH front door)LR1448831
Door handle (LH rear door)LR1448941
Door handle (RH rear door)LR1448941
Door trim panel fixing clip (→VIN JA707427)LR09038242
Door trim panel fixing clip (VIN JA707428→)LR10913642

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 3.

Wipers & visibility

1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.

Creaking noise when driving. Noise sounds as though it is coming from behind fascia

Windscreen wiper mechanism mounting bracket in contact with bulkhead. Fix: adjust and tighten.

Overview

Affects
All models.
Remedy
Adjust & tighten

Repair steps

  1. Slacken stabilizer bar retaining bolts.
  2. Using a suitable tool, increase clearance between windscreen wiper mechanism mounting bracket and bulkhead.
  3. Tighten stabilizer bar retaining boltsto correct torque setting. Tightening torque: 55 Nm.

Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 5.

Other

1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.

Purple line flickers across lower area of lower touchscreen display

Overview

Affects
All models with upper and lower touchscreen display.
Remedy
Software update

Cause

Multifunction display 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 multifunction display 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 4.

Glossary

Technical terms used in this guide.

ECM
Engine control module — the electronic unit that manages the engine
Nm
Newton-metres — the standard unit for how tightly a bolt is done up
Trouble Codes
Standardised fault codes stored by the engine control module, read with a diagnostic tool
CMP
Camshaft position — a sensor that tells the engine control module where the camshaft is
Actuator
A motor or solenoid that moves a mechanical part on command
Control Module
A control unit for one of the vehicle's systems (engine, gearbox, brakes, body, and so on)
Fault Memory
The list of stored trouble codes in a control module
Keyless Entry
Unlocking the car with a remote or by carrying the key, without turning a barrel
Re-Program
Update the software on a control module using the manufacturer's diagnostic tool
Reprogram
Update the software on a control module using the manufacturer's diagnostic tool

Frequently asked questions

What are the common faults with the Land Rover Range Rover Velar 2.0 P250?

This guide contains five workshop bulletins for the Land Rover Range Rover Velar 2.0 P250. Of these, one concerns the engine and fuel system and one the air conditioning and heating. Symptoms, causes, repair steps and part numbers are shown where supplied.

Does every Land Rover Range Rover Velar 2.0 P250 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 Range Rover Velar 2.0 P250 faults myself?

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

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