Land Rover Defender (L663)
A high-tech reimagining of the legend. It is vastly more comfortable but relies heavily on complex electronics and has seen early "teething" issues with build quality.
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Common Faults & Reliability
These are the most common documented problems for the Land Rover Defender (L663), sorted by their typical impact and frequency.
A-Pillar Trim Flapping
low severityExterior A-pillar plastic trim can become loose at speed, causing a distracting flapping or whistling noise.
Windscreen Cracking
medium severityThe upright design of the windscreen makes it highly susceptible to stone chips that rapidly turn into large cracks.
Hybrid System Faults (P400e)
high severityThe PHEV models can suffer from HV isolation faults or coolant pump issues, triggering a "Hybrid System Fault" warning.
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