NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2019 Land Rover Range Rover Velar Safety Record
The 2019 Land Rover Range Rover Velar has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 2 recalls and 27 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2019 Land Rover Range Rover Velar has not been subjected to federal crash testing, thus no NHTSA star ratings or Safety Index score are available for this model year. The available federal data is limited, showing two recall campaigns and 27 owner complaints on file. This constitutes a light recall and complaint burden, as indicated by the federal record.
The 2019 Land Rover Range Rover Velar was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries two federal recall campaigns, and is assigned a Light 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 | Light |
| Recalls on file | 2 |
| Owner complaints | 27 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2019 Land Rover Range Rover Velar?
For the 2019 Range Rover Velar, two recalls place it within a broader Land Rover quality action spanning the 2018 to 2020 Range Rover lineup. These recalls address both lighting software and engine components. Owner complaints total 27, with powertrain and electrical concerns dominating the reports; the Engine component alone accounts for over half of these. Three alleged fire incidents and one alleged injury report are on file. These remain unverified allegations but warrant careful consideration from prospective buyers. The overall volume of recalls and complaints is low for a vehicle of this age. No NHTSA-tested sibling years are available for comparative navigation.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2019 Land Rover Range Rover Velar have any recalls?
The 2019 Range Rover Velar is covered by two federal recall campaigns. The first addresses exterior lighting, specifically a lighting control module software defect affecting 2018 through 2020 Range Rover family vehicles. The second targets the engine and covers certain 2019 Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, Range Rover Velar, and Discovery models. Neither campaign carries a published park-outside or do-not-drive advisory in the data provided, but owners should verify open status by VIN at nhtsa.gov.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE21V117000
Risk: The driver may be unaware that the high beams are illuminated, reducing visibility for oncoming traffic, and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. The recall began April 7, 2021. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N556.
Reported 2021-02-25
ENGINE19V040000
Risk: Engine failure can increase the risk of crash.
Remedy: Land Rover has notified owners, and dealers will replace the crankshaft pulley center retaining bolt, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2019. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N276.
Reported 2019-01-17
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2019 Land Rover Range Rover Velar?
NHTSA's file for this model year contains 27 owner-reported complaints, all of which are unverified consumer allegations. The most frequently alleged problem areas are the Engine, cited in 14 reports, the Electrical System, cited in 9 reports, and Exterior Lighting, cited in 3 reports. Three complaints allege fire-related incidents and one alleges an injury.
27 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2019 Land Rover Range Rover Velar?
The 2019 Range Rover Velar has two open recalls, making a VIN-specific check for recall completion a necessary step for any prospective owner.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2019 Range Rover Velar, meaning no star ratings or Safety Index score exists for this specific model year.
- Two recall campaigns cover this model year: one for a lighting control module software defect shared with other 2018 to 2020 Range Rover family vehicles, and one targeting the engine on certain 2019 Land Rover models including the Velar.
- Of the 27 unverified owner complaints on file, 14 allege Engine problems and 9 allege Electrical System problems, making those the two most reported concern areas in the federal record for this year.
- Three of the 27 complaints include an allegation of a fire-related incident, a detail that warrants direct follow-up with a qualified technician and a VIN recall check at nhtsa.gov before any purchase decision.
FAQ2019 Land Rover Range Rover Velar safety questions
Was the 2019 Land Rover Range Rover Velar 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 2 recalls and 27 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2019 Land Rover Range Rover Velar have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 2 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2019 Land Rover Range Rover Velar. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2019 Land Rover Range Rover Velar?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 27 owner complaints are on file for the 2019 Land Rover Range Rover Velar. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a fire.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Land Rover Range Rover Velar 2019.
- 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.