Land Rover Discovery brake failure problems

Filed Aug 15, 2025 · Brakes, Fuel system · 106,683 miles · TX

The contact owns a 2004 Land Rover Discovery. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. While driving approximately 35 MPH and depressing the brake pedal, the brakes failed to immediately stop the vehicle. The contact aggressively slammed on the brake pedal to stop the vehicle. Additionally, while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was slightly drifting to the left. The vehicle was taken to a certified mechanic, who diagnosed that the EVAP was leaking and needed to be replaced. The EVAP was replaced. The mechanic had not diagnosed the brake failure. The vehicle was picked up, and the dealer informed the contact to drive the vehicle for another 25 miles to see if the check engine warning light would illuminate again. The contact stated that after leaving the dealer, 48 miles later, the check engine warning light illuminated again. The contact called the mechanic, who decided not to inspect the vehicle again, but instead refunded the cost for the previous repair. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 106,683.

Filed Feb 13, 2018 · Acceleration, Airbags · 100,000 miles · CA

Landrover never notified me of multiple recalls as 1st and only owner multiple repairs dealer won't honor recall repairs pass right door hinge failure. Rear caro door look failure. Gas tank crack leaking. Cruise control prob and air bag light on. Exterior light failure. Window failure 3x to openfront/ rear regulator and or motor multiple times. Brakes failure multiple times replaced master cylander 2x& booster. Oil leaking g oil cooling hoses fail. Plus... Starter. Alternator. Ignition system .belts and multiple hose replaced. This is a parts black hole vehicle costng thousands in repairs. Once out of warranty dealers ripped me off always stating unrelated issues. No one else. An or will work on the car. Same things continue to fail. Manufactuer won't address issues or honor recall's. Car has 101k miles. Original owner stuck repairing unreliable car I can't afford new car and won't sell lemon to someone else . It's not right. Ripped off. Y mechanic. Filled multiple buearu of automotive repairs complaints against dishonest estimate shops. Please help do something replaced fuel pump for stealing non start and was ripped off door opens when locked and driving. Fuel leaks filling tank. Oil everywhere a fire hazard no one will help. Contact me for details and dates. Its not just one incident. Land rover did not notify me or accepts any responsibility for issues that continue a car built to fail and cost a fortune for parts and service that's why it was built in 95 and changed in 1996 too .any issues

Filed Dec 25, 2016 · Brakes, Suspension · 102,000 miles · NC

Brake failure. While driving on a city street, brakes failed to stop vehicle, brake warning illuminated after pressing brake pedal. Emergency brake applied and downshift to slow and stop. Repair shop stated "brake pipes attached to frame had rusted excessively along with frame, a very common issue". While searching internet I easily found hundreds of complaints involving rusted brake lines/pipes and land rover (lr) discovery frames. Upon further search I noted toyota tacoma frame rust issues resulted in a safety recall. My lr tech said the frame degradation due to excessive rust on the discovery model is a safety concern! I'm a certified osha aviation safety inspector and am quite concerned over the public safety with this known excessive corrosion problem with lr discovery brake lines(pipes) and frames.

Filed May 31, 2007 · Acceleration · 70,000 miles · NY

Tl*the contact owns a 2003 land rover discovery. While driving 65 MPH, the vehicle automatically accelerated to 95 MPH. The brakes failed to work. The vehicle eventually returned to 65 MPH and was able to be pulled off the road. The vehicle had to be shifted to neutral and the emergency brake was applied in order to stop the vehicle. The manufacturer stated that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency recall # 03v133000 (vehicle speed control:cables). The VIN, purchase date, engine size, and # of cylinders were unknown. The current and failure mileages were 70,000.

Filed Apr 6, 2005 · Brakes · 60,000 miles · CO

The ABS brakes failed 4 times within 60,000 miles. The dashboard completely illuminated. There was grinding in the brake pedal. Took vehicle to the dealer, and service manager stated that this was normal. Over the years vehicle experienced the brake problem 40 times.

Filed Aug 31, 2004 · Airbags, Brakes · CA · crash · 1 injury

While driving vehicle stalled. Consumer tried to restart vehicle, but was unable to do so. Temperature light appeared on the dashboard and remained on. Consumer had the vehicle towed to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the engine needed to be replaced due to overheating. A second incident occurred while driving when another vehicle in front had a large box discharged from the truck onto the ground. Consumer applied the brakes and pedal went to the floor. Consumer lost control of the vehicle, causing the vehicle to flip over several times. Upon impact, both air bags did not deploy. Driver sustained neck and back injuries, and was transported by helicopter to the hospital. Vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection. *ak a recall was issued for ABS modulator pressure reduction valve covers (affected vehicles: 1999-2005 discovery series ii).

Filed Jun 21, 2004 · Brakes · NY · crash

While driving at 20 MPH and turning to the left consumer applied the brakes and pedal went down to the floor . There were no brakes . Vehicle crashed into a concrete wall. Dealer was notified.

Filed Mar 10, 2004 · Brakes · ME

While driving at 40 MPH ABS brake failed.

Filed Oct 17, 2000 · Brakes · WA · crash

Brake failed to stop car for the 2nd time. 1st time no accident 9 months ago. This time car is damaged and has caused property damage.

Filed Jan 24, 2000 · Brakes · MI · crash

When the brake pedal is applied sometimes the pedal goes to the floor, and sometime it's hard. Brakes do not respond in some situations. Also, the anti-lock system makes a grinding noise when it activates, but it does not respond. Vehicle has been in three accidents because of this problem. The dealer has been notified.