Land Rover Velar D240

The 204DTD timing chain stretches prematurely due to worn plastic guides and degraded lubrication from oil dilution. Chains fitted before 2019 are particularly affected. Chain snap is possible.

Symptoms: Metallic rattling on cold start, engine warning light, power loss, fault codes P0016 or P0341

Incomplete DPF regeneration cycles allow unburnt fuel to drip into the sump. Particularly critical on short trips with the transversely mounted engine — the distance between turbo and DPF is too great for passive regeneration.

Symptoms: Early service warning well before interval, oil level above max mark, fuel smell in oil, increased engine wear

Turbochargers fail due to oil dilution-related lubrication degradation and plastic debris from timing chain guides. A second turbocharger can be destroyed by debris from the first.

Symptoms: Blue or black exhaust smoke, whistling or hissing noise, severe power loss, engine warning light

The 204DTD common rail injectors are damaged by fuel contamination and elevated operating temperatures. Over-fuelling leads to extreme heat buildup and can damage pistons and cylinder liners.

Symptoms: Rough idle, difficult cold starts, excessive black exhaust smoke, increased fuel consumption

The 204DTD EGR valve carbons up with predominantly short-trip and stop-and-go use. A blocked valve increases emissions and adds further load to the pistons.

Symptoms: Excessive soot, power loss at low RPM, engine warning light, rough idle

Coolant leak at the thermostat housing drips onto the piston cooling valve solenoid and destroys it. Causes a false "critically low oil level" warning even when oil level is correct. Part number LR073684.

Symptoms: Yellow engine warning light, false critically low oil level warning, diagnostic code P25A9-00

The DPF regenerates poorly on the transversely mounted Ingenium engine because the DPF sits too far from the turbo and barely reaches the required temperature. Particularly critical in urban driving.

Symptoms: DPF full warning, power drop, increased fuel consumption, difficulty on cold start

The dual touchscreen system freezes or shows a black screen while driving. Particularly affects models before MY2020. Software update 18D partially mitigated the problem.

Air suspension bellows become porous and lose air. The compressor has to work more frequently and wears faster. Vehicle drops after prolonged standing.

'Transmission Fault' message appears spontaneously and triggers limp mode. Faulty gearbox control unit or valve body must be replaced. Repair costs substantial.

Vehicles with 2.0-litre petrol engines built in 2018 were recalled due to leaking fuel rail connectors. Fuel can escape and create a fire risk. Free replacement at the dealer.

The electric retractable door handles remain extended after opening or fail to retract — especially in cold weather or frost. Lack of lubrication or faulty actuators are the causes.

The panoramic roof develops spontaneous cracks that spread. Water enters through the cracks. Full glass roof replacement required. Affects several model years.

The Touch Pro Duo system does not shut down completely when the vehicle is left unlocked. Battery drains overnight. Similar weakness to Range Rover Sport and Discovery 5.

Water enters the interior through faulty windscreen, A-pillar or tailgate seals. Electronic control units can be damaged.