2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport engine problems
14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport — 27% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport, turbocharger failed at approximately 98,000 miles. Vehicle required turbocharger replacement costing over $5,000. VIN is excluded from the existing turbocharger class-action settlement because the vehicle is identified as having a BorgWarner single-scroll…”
filed Sep 1, 2026
“My 2016 Jaguar Land Rover Discovery Sport is displaying a CHECK ENGINE light. After having it seen by mechanics I'm told the Turbo-Manifold is faulty-CRACKED-and must be replaced, not safe to drive. It demonstrates by having noxious fumes enter the cabin, causing ill effects-not operable subject to…”
filed Feb 8, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
Gtdi brazed turbocharger crack extended warranty
TUCC_FEB2026_22 · Other · issued Feb 13, 2026GTDI Brazed Turbocharger Crack Extended Warranty
D085 - 02FEB26 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Feb 2, 2026
Engine problems in other Discovery Sport years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 Discovery Sport | 8 | 38% |
| 2018 Discovery Sport | 8 | 38% |
| 2017 Discovery Sport | 15 | 38% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.