What are the most common Land Rover Defender problems?
According to Au7o's analysis of 1,370+ owner reports, the 2020 Land Rover Defender has 4 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Optional Air Suspension Faults After Off-Road Use, Rear Quarter Window Spontaneous Cracking, Differential Breather Blockage After Wading/Off-Road. None are rated critical, but regular maintenance is recommended.
Is the Land Rover Defender reliable?
The 2020 Land Rover Defender has 4 known issues documented across 1,370+ 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 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 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 2020-2025 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.
What is the 2020-2025 Land Rover Defender Pivi Pro Infotainment Software Bugs and Connectivity Issues?
JLR documents several bounded Pivi conditions rather than one universal hardware defect. Global Service Action N795 covers specific 2020-2022 Defender vehicles that cannot complete VDC/Pivi Software Over The Air updates and require a wired intervention. A January 2026 JLR update… Severity: low.
