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US recalls (1)
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
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 and remedy
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.
Canadian recalls (2)
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Powertrain
2012-03-14 · campaign 2012-099 · 5 vehicles
Certain vehicles may have received an incorrectly manufactured rear driveshaft coupling (part number TVF100010) as a replacement part during service. Drive coupling failure could allow the driveshaft to detach from the vehicle, resulting in a loss of propulsion which, in conjunction with traffic and road condition, and the driver's reactions, could increase the risk of a crash. As well, a driveshaft separating from the vehicle could strike another vehicle, stationary object, or bystander. These issues could result in property damage and/or personal injury. Correction: Dealers will replace the driveshaft coupling.
Brakes
2004-01-21 · campaign 2004-023
On certain vehicles, the ABS Modulator valve cover retaining bolts can crack due to stresses transmitted by the flexing valve covers. This is a result of significant operation of traction or hill descent control, primarily associated with extensive off-road use. This defect can produce an unexpected increase in stopping distance, with the potential for total loss of service braking function, which would increase the likelihood of a crash. Correction: Dealer will strengthen the ABS Modulator assembly valve covers and replace the retaining bolts.
Owner complaints (29)
Owners filed 29 complaints with NHTSA about the 2004 Land Rover Discovery (4 crashes, 2 fires, 1 injuries reported). Among 22 model years of this model, it ranks #10 for the most complaints (median 19).
| Most-reported problem | Complaints | |
|---|
| Engine | 5 | |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 4 | |
| Structure | 4 | |
| Vehicle speed control | 3 | |
| Electrical system | 3 | |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | |
| Suspension | 2 | |
| Service brakes | 2 | |
Crash test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2004 Land Rover Discovery.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery Series II | – | – | – | – |
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for each 2004 Land Rover Discovery version.
| Version | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|
| Discovery Series II 4.6 L Automatic 4-spd | 11 | 14 | 12 | $6,850 |
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