My 1999 land rover discovery 2 developed a fuel leak on the top of the fuel pump close to the outlet where the fuel flow makes a 90 degree turn before exiting the fuel pump. I noticed the smell of fuel (gasoline ) around the rear of the vehicle while parked. But I had recently filled up the tank and thought it was just some spillage from the fill up. I kept smelling the fumes for several months before I finally watched a youtube video showing how to repair a fuel pump on my vehicle , when I cut the carpet to expose the cover plate and removed the cover plate I noticed a pool of gasoline sitting inside the round part in the center of the top of the fuel pump. I stopped driving other people around in my land rover because of the possibility of ignition , the gas tank itself was covered with gasoline residue this is a very dangerous fuel pump that may kill the occupants of this vehicle were it to ignite for some reason. I think this fuel pump should be recalled and redesigned to add strength to the top of the fuel pump. A few more cents worth of plastic would solve this issue but this manufacturer is most likely looking at the resale value of these parts as are all manufacturers today. I bought this land rover thinking that it would be a sturdy vehicle to drive and to feel safer driving , especially while driving my child around in it. Also these fuel pumps cost way too much compared to other almost identical fuel pumps made by the same manufacturer and that is why I haven't already fixed it myself.
The worst 1999 Land Rover Discovery II problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Brakes15
- Transmission8
- Airbags5
- Acceleration3
- Engine3
- Driver assistance2
- Fuel system2
- Body1
- Electrical1
- Seats1
- Suspension1
- Tires1
Specific symptoms reported on the 1999 Land Rover Discovery II
Recalls 6
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
- What is wrong
- Certain sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standards no. 105, "hydraulic and electric brake systems," and no. 135, "passenger car brake systems." the anti-lock braking system (ABS) modulator valve cover retaining bolts can crack due to stresses transmitted by the flexing valve covers.
- Risk
- This can produce an unexpected increase in stopping distance, with the potential for total loss of service braking function, which could result in a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will strengthen the ABS modulator assembly valve covers and replace the retaining bolts. Owner notification is exepcted to begin during may 2004. Owners should contact land rover at 1‑800‑637‑6837.
Recall number 04V005000 · Recall details
Vehicle speed control
- What is wrong
- On some sport utility vehicles, the accelerator cable could have become kinked during vehicle assembly, resulting in chaffing of the cable. Continued chaffing can lead to breakage of the interior cable strands.
- Risk
- Breakage of the cable strands can result in the throttle being stuck in the open position, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the damaged cables where necessary. Owner notification began march 6, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact land rover at 1‑301‑731‑9040.
Recall number 02V028000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
- What is wrong
- On certain sport utility vehicles, contamination of an anti-lock braking system (ABS) sensor can cause the ABS electronic control unit (ecu) to incorrectly interpret the sensor signal, resulting in inappropriate ABS activation.
- Risk
- This can lead to an increase in braking distance that is unanticipated by the driver.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a new ecu. Owner notification began march 6, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact land rover at 1‑301‑731‑9040.
Recall number 02V022000 · Recall details
Electronic stability control: automatic (ASC)
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. The loading conditions on the vehicle's left side engine idler pulley can exceed the maximum calculated figure of the original design specification. The material of the pulley can fracture and ultimately fail. Failure of the pulley material can cause the pulley to throw off the serpentine belt.
- Risk
- This could result in a loss of engine auxiliary functions (power steering, water pump, alternator, air conditioning and ace).
- Remedy
- Dealers will install an improved idler pulley.
Recall number 00V142001 · Recall details
Electronic stability control: automatic (ASC)
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with active cornering enhancement (ace). The loading conditions on the vehicle's left side engine idler pulley can exceed the maximum calculated figure of the original design specification. The material of the pulley can fracture and ultimately fail. Failure of the pulley material can cause the pulley to throw off the serpentine belt.
- Risk
- This could result in a loss of engine auxiliary functions (power steering, water pump, alternator, air conditioning and ace).
- Remedy
- Dealers will install an improved idler pulley.
Recall number 00V142000 · Recall details
Engine and engine cooling: engine
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles equipped with active cornering enhancement (ace). The high-pressure hydraulic pipe that runs from the ace pump to the ace valve block could fracture at its union with the pump.
- Risk
- This will result in a loss of hydraulic fluid. A low fluid level can subsequently result in system pump failure which will throw off the auxiliary drive belt, resulting in a loss of engine auxiliary functions (power steering assist, water pump, alternator, and air conditioning). In extreme circumstances, there is a possibility that the hydraulic fluid could ignite, resulting in an engine compartment fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install new hydraulic tubing.
Recall number 00V036000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 1999 Land Rover Discovery II 16
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Presentation from Dealer Shop Foreman Conference Call
- Issue: reports have been received of engine damage occurring, which is caused by the use of non-approved...
- Issue: this ssm has been released to address the high number of speaker assemblies returned, many of which...
- Troubleshooting anti-lock braking system (ABS)/hdc/tc warning lamp illumination
- Shuttle valve switch related anti-lock braking system /traction control /hill descent control warning lamp...
- Revised front shock replacement procedure and times-replaces the published information on gtr section 60.30.02
- Revised procedure and time for steering box installation
- Handbrake vibration noise
- Customer may complain that a knocking noise isheard when the starter motor is activated
- Subject regarding vehicle safety recall campaign D216.
What 1999 Land Rover Discovery II owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
" takata inflators" certain sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standards no. 105, "hydraulic and electric brake systems," and no. 135, "passenger car brake systems." the anti-lock braking system (ABS) modulator valve cover retaining bolts can crack due to stresses transmitted by the flexing valve covers. The end result will leave cause a wreck for my kids and I. And with a possible law suit. The car is 17 yrs old. And is dangerous for me too drive. I need to take extra precaution because I have kids.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 land rover discovery ii. While driving at speeds over 70 MPH, the vehicle would constantly vibrate excessively. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The technician diagnosed that the front drive shaft would need to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The mechanic referred the contact to a drive shaft technician. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 12e010000 (power train). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 127,300.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 land rover discovery ii. The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH, the drive shaft disconnected from the vehicle causing the contact to lose control of the vehicle momentarily. The contact was able to merge to the side of the road. The vehicle was then towed to a local mechanic. The mechanic informed the contact that the entire drive shaft needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was contacted and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number 12e010000 (powertrain:driveline:driveshaft). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 106,589. Updated 3/11/13 *cn updated 03/19/13
My vehicle has been seeming very unsafe. Im not sure what's going on.
1999 landrover discover ii; owned car since new; fall 2007, traveling on highway, front drive shaft broke loose, damaged catalytic converter, transmission case; resulted in loss of control of vehicle, narrowly avoided accident; replace transmission and drive shaft--occurred at approximately 140,000 miles; front universal joints again showing wear, making noise at speed--plan to replace, but given experience with other vehicles; appears landrover has a design or quality problem with the front drive shaft/universal joint.
My 1999 land rover discovery ii made a grinding noise and then a loud explosion sound while driving at 70 MPH on the interstate. The front drive shaft fell off, busted the catalytic converter and ripped a hole in the fire wall and transmission case. Apparently this is a common problem with my year of land rover and nothing is being done to correct this dangerous problem. This is my daughters car and she is very fortunate that the drive shaft did not rip through the floor board or that another car behind her wasn't hit by the parts.
My 1999 land rover discovery made a grinding noise, and came to a screeching halt while driving approximately 10-15 MPH. It turned out that the front drive shaft sheared in half. The car was towed to a transmission specialist in my town. When I spoke to both that mechanic as well as my regular mechanic today about the issue, both of them had other instances of this happening to land rover discoveries all at around 100,000 miles. (my vehicle is at 99,000) both mechanics said this should not be happening at 100,000 miles, and it can be a severe problem, especially at higher speeds (in one of the other instances the shaft ripped through the floorboards and transmission case = over $4500 in damage) I spoke to both my dealer (paramus, nj and someone in the hq - mahwah, nj) and both stated unless the problem is covered by a recall, they consider it the customers responsibility. I am not looking for money - my repair is about $1200. What I would like is for land rover to at the very least to send a letter to owners advising them at around 90,000 - 100,000 miles the joints in the driveshaft be accessed to avoid a major issue. The town I live in has approx 6,000 people, and already 4 incidents of the exact same issue have occurred. I am worried that our older models are now reaching the 100,000 mile mark, and this issue will continue with newer models as the miles add up. Both mechanics have said this can be a serious issue at higher speeds,thankfully my situation did not turn out that badly, but I am upset that land rover knows about this issue, and will not do anything to avoid it in the future. I am willing to do whatever research is needed to help solve this oversight, and get the word spread to others.
I have a 1999 discovery ii. The ABS warning lights on the dash have always been on; nicknamed as you might already know "the three amigos" by thousands of land rover owners. The three amigos refers to the three warning lights on dashboard: ABS, tc-traction control, downhill descent. I was told by the local dealer in encino, ca it was the ABS modulator. They didn't put it on paper, but they said verbally if you don't get the "ABS modulator replaced, you will have brake failure. Yet, land rover won't recall it. Tens of thousands of people have complained about the "three amigos", caused by the ABS modulator. This is not an isolated case. Next time you drive by a 1999 land rover, look on their dashboard, and you will see 3 warning lights on. Land rover, needs to recall this, and replace the ABS modulator.
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 land rover discovery ii. While driving approximately 35 MPH, the contact noticed that the the safety restraint light appeared on the dashboard. The dealer was unable to duplicate the failure; however, the light remained illuminated. The current mileage was 54,772 and the failure mileage was at 20,421.
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Questions about the 1999 Land Rover Discovery II
Is the 1999 Land Rover Discovery II reliable?
Owners have filed 36 complaints about the 1999 Land Rover Discovery II, close to a typical Discovery II model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1999 Land Rover Discovery II?
Brakes, with 15 complaints, typically around 77,180 miles. Next is transmission (8).
How many recalls does the 1999 Land Rover Discovery II have?
6 recalls, covering service brakes, hydraulic, vehicle speed control and electronic stability control.
Was there a recall on the 1999 Land Rover Discovery II brakes?
Yes, 2 recalls: 04V005000, 02V022000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Land Rover Discovery II have bad brakes?
The Land Rover Discovery II model years with the most brakes complaints are 2000 (16 complaints), 1999 (15 complaints) and 2003 (14 complaints).
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