NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2021 Land Rover Defender L663 110 Safety Record
The 2021 Land Rover Defender L663 110 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 0 recalls and 33 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2021 Land Rover Defender L663 110 has no crash-test data on file with NHTSA. This means no star ratings are published, and a Safety Index cannot be computed. There are zero recalls for this model year. Owners have filed 33 complaints. These unverified complaints do not involve crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths. While the low complaint and recall counts are notable, the absence of crash-test data prevents any conclusion regarding the crashworthiness of the vehicle.
The 2021 Land Rover Defender L663 110 was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries zero recalls, and holds a Clean recall and complaint burden band, according to NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Clean |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 33 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2021 Land Rover Defender L663 110?
The 2021 Land Rover Defender L663 110 has not been subject to any federal safety defect recalls. This absence of recalls contributes to its placement in the Clean burden band, indicating a low volume of safety issues relative to other vehicles tracked by NHTSA. Thirty-three owner complaints have been filed, with a notable concentration in Visibility and Wipers, which accounts for 12 reports, and Exterior Lighting, with 10. Other reported issues are spread across the Electrical System, Vehicle Structure, and Fuel System. None of these 33 complaints allege a crash, fire, injury, or fatality. No federal structural crash-safety data is available for this model year or its immediate siblings.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2021 Land Rover Defender L663 110 have any recalls?
The 2021 Land Rover Defender L663 110 has zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. There are no park-outside advisories, no do-not-drive orders, and no remedy campaigns associated with this model year at this time.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2021 Land Rover Defender L663 110?
NHTSA has logged 33 unverified owner allegations for this model year. The most frequently reported components are Visibility and Wipers, cited in 12 reports, followed by Exterior Lighting with 10 reports. These are unverified consumer allegations, not established defects.
33 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2021 Land Rover Defender L663 110?
A critical check for any prospective owner of this model year involves verifying the VIN at nhtsa.gov. This ensures awareness of any open recalls issued after the data in this report was compiled, confirming the vehicle's current safety status.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2021 Land Rover Defender L663 110, meaning no federal star ratings or Safety Index score exists for this specific model year.
- Zero recall campaigns are on file for this model year, and no park-outside or do-not-drive advisory has been issued.
- Of the 33 unverified complaints reported to NHTSA for this model year, 22 target Visibility and Wipers or Exterior Lighting, and none allege a crash, fire, injury, or death.
- The Clean burden band assigned to this model year reflects low recall and complaint volume but is not a substitute for crash-test data and cannot be used to assess structural or occupant-protection performance.
FAQ2021 Land Rover Defender L663 110 safety questions
Was the 2021 Land Rover Defender L663 110 crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 0 recalls and 33 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2021 Land Rover Defender L663 110 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2021 Land Rover Defender L663 110 as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2021 Land Rover Defender L663 110?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 33 owner complaints are on file for the 2021 Land Rover Defender L663 110. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Land Rover Defender L663 110 2021.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.