While driving, the drive shaft detached from the vehicle while in motion. There was a loss of drive and we could not use the transmission park function to put the car in park. Instead we had to use the emergency brake.
The worst 2001 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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- Brakes8
- Acceleration6
- Engine5
- Transmission5
- Electrical4
- Steering2
- Visibility2
- Airbags1
- Locks1
- Suspension1
- Tires1
Specific symptoms reported on the 2001 Land Rover Discovery II
Recalls 5
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
Engine and engine cooling
- What is wrong
- On certain sport utility vehicles, the active cornering enhancement (ace) pump banjo bolt looses torque and allows fluid to leak past the joint.
- Risk
- The fluid from the pump joint can ignite, resulting in an under hood fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the vehicles for leakage. If no leakage is evident, the banjo bolt will be re-tightened. If leakage is evident, the banjo bolt and dowty washers will be replaced. Owner notification is expected to begin during may 2004. Owners should contact land rover at 1‑800‑637‑6837.
Recall number 04V006000 · 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
Equipment: mechanical: winch
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with warn industries' winch kits. A power interrupt solenoid, possibly included in the winch assembly, can develop an electrical leak path to ground.
- Risk
- This can lead to the solenoid experiencing excessive heat, which could potentially lead to a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will call owners to arrange for an inspection time to determine if a defective power interrupt solenoid was installed. If it was, the solenoid will be replaced. Owner notification began august 13, 2001. 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 01V229001 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2001 Land Rover Discovery II 13
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
- Information on vehicles experiencing fault code P1481 set at the engine management system
- Subject regarding dmtl-style evaps system pressure testing
What 2001 Land Rover Discovery II owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 land rover discovery ii. The contact stated that while driving 30 MPH, the vehicle erroneously accelerated. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where the throttle cable was replaced but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was contacted and informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 02v028000 (vehicle speed control). The failure mileage was 120,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 land rover discovery ii. The contact stated that the engine cooling failed causing the serpentine belt to fail. The active cornering enhancement (ace) pump banjo bolt lost torque and allowed fluid to leak past the joint. The contact was informed of the recall under the federal safety agency campaign id number: 04v006000 (engine and engine cooling). The vehicle was taken to a dealer who verified that the vehicle was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 121,000.
While attempting to park in a parking lot, my wife applied the brakes, which caused our 2001 land rover discovery ii to suddenly accelerate. The harder she pushed, the more it accelerated. Fortunately, she hit a concrete encased light standard before hitting anyone or another vehicle. She was not hurt, although very traumatized, but the vehicle hit so hard, it crumpled the whole front end, effectively totaling the vehicle. I was dismayed to see the number of land rover sudden acceleration incidents when I googled it. It certainly appears there is a design flaw which has not been successfully resolved thru any recall efforts by land rover. I intend to pursue legal recourse.
2001 land rover discovery ii. Consumer writes in regards to possible unintended acceleration *tgw the consumer stated he took his vehicle to the car wash. As the vehicle was exiting the automatic car wash tunnel, a young man entered the vehicle, started the engine and according to him, it suddenly accelerated and rear ended another customer's vehicle. The manager at the car wash informed the consumer a recall had been issued regarding sudden acceleration. When the consumer contacted land rover, he was informed no recall or service bulletin had been issued with respect to his particular vehicle.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 land rover discovery ii. While driving at 50-55 MPH, the vehicle began to shake abnormally. The contact applied the brakes and the vehicle independently accelerated. The contact attempted to stop the vehicle by applying the brakes but to no avail. The vehicle crashed into a cement barrier. The vehicle did not stop but proceeded to accelerate across two lanes and crash into a guardrail. The vehicle was spun rapidly and stopped while facing oncoming traffic. Three passengers were injured and sustained wrist, ankle, neck, head and back injuries as well as whiplash. A police report was available. The vehicle was destroyed. The contact was able to locate a recall for the failure but did not confirm if her vehicle was included in the recall. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000.
I pulled car into a parking place, turned off the car, removed the key from the ignition without realizing the car was in "drive." when I returned, the car had rolled across the parking lot hitting another vehicle. I spoke with the lr dealership who confirmed this was not possible and was accused of leaving the car in "neutral." I tested this theory to find that I could remove the key from the ignition in any gear. The lr representative advised that a plastic part in the steering column occasionally breaks permitting the key to be removed with the shifter in gears other than "park." I was advised to make sure to use the emergency brake until I sell the car.
Coolant leak which has failing the engine.
Possible axle defect on a 2001 land rover se7.
We were in route to my nieces graduation on route 76 which is a 55 MPH road. With absolutely no warning the front drive shaft at about 45 MPH came apart from the transmission side and caused the front tires to lock up sending myself ,my wife and my nephew careening off the road. We were very lucky, narrowly missing a pole. The truck itself was not damaged by the accident because we stayed on basically grass, but it scared us all. However the truck was damaged by the drive shaft severely, as it tore up everything in its path. The speedo cable, exhaust, and it punched a hole in the top of the transmission destroying it. I have the old drive shaft(what's left of it) and already purchased a new one not realizing at that point that the tranny was destroyed until I replaced it and took a closer look. This truck was purchased new by my mother in law and was passed down to us on our wedding day. I do know a few things about cars and this is one of them, this has to be some kind of design flaw. Drive shafts in my experience do not just blow apart with no warning and with no safety strap either. We all made it out of this ok, but I would so saddened if their were injuries to my family due to a 250 dollar poorly designed part.
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Questions about the 2001 Land Rover Discovery II
Is the 2001 Land Rover Discovery II reliable?
Owners have filed 31 complaints about the 2001 Land Rover Discovery II, close to a typical Discovery II model year.
What is the 2001 Land Rover Discovery II year score?
The 2001 Land Rover Discovery II scores 68 out of 100 (average). The score compares it with the other model years of the Land Rover Discovery II: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2001 Land Rover Discovery II?
Brakes, with 8 complaints, typically around 82,000 miles. Next is acceleration (6).
How many recalls does the 2001 Land Rover Discovery II have?
5 recalls, covering service brakes, hydraulic, engine and engine cooling and vehicle speed control.
Was there a recall on the 2001 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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