Common Problems with the
2017–2019 Land Rover Range Rover Velar

We've identified 4 known issues that can affect the 2017–2019 Land Rover Range Rover Velar. 1 of these are serious faults that could be expensive to repair.

4
Known Issues
1
Serious
2
Moderate
1
Minor

The 2017–2019 period has 3 more issues than the Land Rover Range Rover Velar average across all year periods.

All Known Issues

2.0 Ingenium Timing Chain Stretch

SeriousEngine

Standard Ingenium diesel risk of chain wear due to oil dilution.

Most affected: D180, D240

Estimated cost: £1,800–£3,000Affects: 20172019

Typical symptoms

  • Cold start rattle
  • Engine management light

What to inspect before you buy

  • Cold start noise

Deployable Door Handle Failure

ModerateBodywork & Rust

The flush door handles are prone to mechanical failure or freezing shut.

Most affected: All models

Estimated cost: £250–£500 (per handle)Affects: 20172021

Typical symptoms

  • Handle refuses to pop out
  • Motor whirs but handle stays flush

What to inspect before you buy

  • Test every handle during lock/unlock cycle

Air Suspension Leaks

ModerateSuspension & Chassis

Air suspension bags perish and compressors fail, causing the car to sag and ride quality to deteriorate.

Most affected: All models with air suspension

Estimated cost: £400–£1,200Affects: 20172024Often appears around: 50,000–80,000 miles

Typical symptoms

  • Vehicle sitting lower
  • Compressor running frequently
  • Suspension fault warning

What to inspect before you buy

  • Ride height after overnight parking
  • Compressor noise
  • Air bag visual inspection

Infotainment System Freezing

MinorElectrics & Electronics

The dual touchscreen system is prone to lagging, freezing, and connectivity issues. The lower climate control screen can also become unresponsive.

Most affected: All models

Estimated cost: £0 (Software update)Affects: 20172023Often appears around: Any

Typical symptoms

  • Screen freezes
  • Touchscreen unresponsive
  • Bluetooth drops
  • Climate controls not working

What to inspect before you buy

  • Test both screens for responsiveness
  • Check software version

Buying Tips for the 2017 Land Rover Range Rover Velar

  • Test the flush pop-out door handles multiple times; they frequently fail or freeze.
  • Check the dual screens for freezing; facelift (2023+) uses Pivi Pro.
  • Listen for Ingenium diesel timing chain rattle on 2.0 models.

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