Land Rover2020–2026

Range Rover Velar 3.0 D300 MHEV: Common faults & known problems

Common faults & known problems

3 known faults documented in workshop bulletins. Of these, one concerns the body and trim and one the wipers and visibility. Symptoms, causes, repair steps and part numbers are shown where supplied.

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 1.

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 3.

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 2.

Glossary

Technical terms used in this guide.

Nm
Newton-metres — the standard unit for how tightly a bolt is done up
Control Module
A control unit for one of the vehicle's systems (engine, gearbox, brakes, body, and so on)
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

Frequently asked questions

What are the common faults with the Land Rover Range Rover Velar 3.0 D300 MHEV?

This guide contains three workshop bulletins for the Land Rover Range Rover Velar 3.0 D300 MHEV. Of these, one concerns the body and trim and one the wipers and visibility. Symptoms, causes, repair steps and part numbers are shown where supplied.

Does every Land Rover Range Rover Velar 3.0 D300 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 Range Rover Velar 3.0 D300 MHEV faults myself?

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

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