Recall 21V457 affects 1,383 2020-2021 Land Rover Discovery SUVs for a loose battery ground stud. Repair is free at any franchised Land Rover dealer.
Land Rover is recalling 1,383 2020-2021 Discovery vehicles because a loose battery ground connection can trigger electrical faults, including loss of electrical power or a shutdown while driving. That shutdown or loss of exterior lighting raises crash risk, and Land Rover dealers will inspect and repair the ground connection free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The ground stud on a 2020-2021 Land Rover Discovery is the metal attachment point that connects the battery ground cable to the vehicle body. That connection gives the electrical system a return path to the battery, so control modules, lights, charging equipment, and engine systems get steady power.
On affected Discovery vehicles, the ground stud does not make enough physical contact with the chassis. Too little contact raises electrical resistance at that point. Over time, that resistance creates heat damage around the connection and the circuit can open. When the ground path opens, the vehicle can develop electrical faults, lose electrical power, or shut down while driving.
There is no warning sign before failure. A driver can experience electrical faults or a sudden shutdown without an earlier dashboard message or symptom that clearly points to the ground stud.
Who's affected?
Both model years list the same battery ground stud as the recalled part.
| 2021 Land Rover Discovery | battery |
|---|---|
| 2020 Land Rover Discovery | battery |
| Units affected | 1,383 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
A shutdown or loss of exterior lighting while driving raises crash risk because the vehicle loses power or becomes harder for other drivers to see. If your Discovery shows electrical problems, stop in a safe place and arrange service soon. Repair is free at any franchised Land Rover dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2020-2021 Land Rover Discovery is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Land Rover dealer to schedule the free ground-stud replacement that fixes the loose battery ground connection behind the electrical faults and shutdown risk.
- Bring the owner letter if you have it. If not, reference recall number 21V457 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Watch for electrical faults, loss of power, shutdown, or exterior-lighting problems.
- Call Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837 with questions about Land Rover recall N607.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Land Rover technician replaces the battery ground stud that connects the battery ground path to the chassis. The recall repair is free, and parts and labor are covered. If you already paid for a repair of this defect, Jaguar Land Rover's reimbursement plan covers eligible costs, subject to its terms and conditions. Bring your repair paperwork and payment documentation to the Land Rover service desk, or contact Land Rover customer service to start the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| June 17, 2021 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 1, 2021 | Dealer notification began |
| July 1, 2021 | Dealer notification ended |
| August 10, 2021 | Owner notification mailed |
| August 13, 2021 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 21V457?
Recall 21V457 covers 1,383 2020-2021 Land Rover Discovery vehicles with a loose contact between the battery ground stud and the chassis. That defect can cause electrical faults, loss of electrical power, loss of exterior lighting, or a shutdown while driving. Land Rover dealers replace the ground stud for free.
What should I do if my 2020-2021 Land Rover Discovery is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Discovery is included in recall 21V457. If it is, contact a franchised Land Rover dealer to schedule the ground-stud replacement. Reference recall number 21V457 or Land Rover recall N607 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Land Rover will replace the battery ground stud free of charge at any franchised Land Rover dealer.
What is the safety risk in recall 21V457?
The safety risk is loss of electrical power, exterior lighting, or vehicle shutdown while driving. NHTSA campaign 21V457 states that a vehicle that shuts down or loses exterior lighting while driving increases crash risk. The free repair replaces the ground stud that causes the loose contact.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/21V457000 |
|---|---|
| Land Rover customer service | 1-800-637-6837 |
| NHTSA recall # | 21V457 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 21V457000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →