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Common Problems with the
2020–2022 Land Rover Defender (L663)

We've identified 3 known issues that can affect the 2020–2022 Land Rover Defender (L663). 1 of these are serious faults that could be expensive to repair.

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Known Issues
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Serious
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Moderate
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Minor

The 2020–2022 period has 2 more issues than the Land Rover Defender (L663) average across all year periods.

All Known Issues

Hybrid System Faults (P400e)

SeriousElectrics & Electronics

The PHEV models can suffer from HV isolation faults or coolant pump issues, triggering a "Hybrid System Fault" warning.

Most affected: P400e PHEV

Estimated cost: £500–£2,000+Affects: 2020–2023Often appears around: 10k-40k miles

Typical symptoms

  • •Red warning triangle
  • •Vehicle fails to move
  • •Charging failures

What to inspect before you buy

  • ✓Software update history
  • ✓Charging port condition

Windscreen Cracking

ModerateBodywork & Rust

The upright design of the windscreen makes it highly susceptible to stone chips that rapidly turn into large cracks.

Most affected: All models

Estimated cost: £500–£1,000Affects: 2020–2024

Typical symptoms

  • •Frequent chips
  • •Spontaneous cracks from edges

What to inspect before you buy

  • ✓Existing chips or repairs
  • ✓Check if a protective film has been applied

A-Pillar Trim Flapping

MinorBodywork & Rust

Exterior A-pillar plastic trim can become loose at speed, causing a distracting flapping or whistling noise.

Most affected: All models

Estimated cost: £50–£150Affects: 2020–2022Often appears around: Any

Typical symptoms

  • •Whistling at 60mph+
  • •Visible vibration of pillar trim

What to inspect before you buy

  • ✓Tightness of the A-pillar plastic caps
  • ✓Service history for TSB completion

Buying Tips for the 2020 Land Rover Defender (L663)

  • ✓Listen for A-pillar "flapping" or whistling at motorway speeds; usually requires a TSB clip/tape fix
  • ✓Inspect the windscreen carefully; the upright angle makes them prone to frequent cracking
  • ✓Check for the latest Pivi Pro software updates to avoid screen freezes and "ghost" warnings
  • ✓On PHEV (P400e) models, verify the charging system and check for hybrid system fault messages
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