What are the most common Land Rover Defender problems?
According to Au7o's analysis of 4,310+ owner reports, the 2020-2025 Land Rover Defender has 7 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Optional Air Suspension Faults After Off-Road Use, Pivi Pro Infotainment Software Bugs and Connectivity Issues, 2.0L Ingenium Engine Excessive Vibration at Idle. None are rated critical, but regular maintenance is recommended.
Is the Land Rover Defender reliable?
The 2020-2025 Land Rover Defender has 7 known issues documented across 4,310+ owner reports. No issues are rated critical, suggesting generally good reliability. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
How much does it cost to fix common Land Rover Defender problems?
Repair costs for known Land Rover Defender issues range from $50 to $1,500, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.
What year Land Rover Defender is the most reliable?
Reliability varies across model years of the Land Rover Defender. Based on owner reports, issues are most commonly reported in earlier model years. Au7o recommends checking the specific known issues for your target year before purchasing, and having a pre-purchase inspection performed by a qualified mechanic. Our known issues database covers the 2020-2025 Land Rover Defender with 7 documented issues from 4,310+ owner reports.
What is the 2020-2025 Land Rover Defender Optional Air Suspension Faults After Off-Road Use?
Defenders equipped with the optional air suspension (standard on 110 V8 and X models) can develop faults after off-road use. Mud and debris packed around the air springs and height sensors cause incorrect readings and valve block issues. The air springs can be punctured by sharp… Severity: medium.
What is the 2020-2025 Land Rover Defender Pivi Pro Infotainment Software Bugs and Connectivity Issues?
The Defender's Pivi Pro system suffers from software bugs including navigation errors, Bluetooth disconnections, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto dropout, and off-road display inaccuracies. The system is slow to boot on startup and the off-road information screen (showing pitch, roll,… Severity: low.
What is the 2020-2023 Land Rover Defender 2.0L Ingenium Engine Excessive Vibration at Idle?
The 4-cylinder 2.0L Ingenium turbo engine in the Defender produces noticeable vibration at idle that transmits through the steering wheel and seats. The issue is more pronounced than expected for a modern vehicle and is exacerbated by early engine mount failures. The body-on-fram… Repairs typically run $300-$1,200. Severity: low.
What is the 2020-2025 Land Rover Defender Rear Quarter Window Spontaneous Cracking?
The new Defender has experienced reports of rear quarter windows cracking spontaneously without impact. The issue appears related to thermal stress and the bonding method used to attach the glass. The cracks typically start at a corner or edge and propagate across the glass. Some… Repairs typically run $500-$1,500. Severity: low.
What is the 2020-2024 Land Rover Defender Front Door Check Strap Premature Wear?
The door check straps on the Defender wear prematurely, causing the doors to swing open freely without holding in the intermediate positions. On inclines, the heavy aluminum doors can swing open uncontrollably, potentially hitting adjacent vehicles or striking the driver/passenge… Repairs typically run $100-$400. Severity: low.
What is the 2020-2025 Land Rover Defender Wade Sensing System False Alerts and Calibration Issues?
The Defender's wade sensing system, designed to show water depth when fording, frequently gives false alarms in rain or when driving through shallow puddles. The ultrasonic sensors mounted in the wing mirrors become dirty or misaligned, triggering unnecessary water depth warnings… Severity: low.
What is the 2020-2025 Land Rover Defender Differential Breather Blockage After Wading/Off-Road?
After wading or driving through deep mud, the differential breathers on the Defender can become blocked. This prevents pressure equalization inside the differential housings, leading to seal leaks as internal pressure builds. The front differential is particularly vulnerable as i… Repairs typically run $50-$600. Severity: low.
