Does the 1996 Land Rover Discovery have any recalls?

The 1996 Land Rover Discovery has 1 recall on file with NHTSA, including issues with power train:driveline:driveshaft.

How many complaints have been filed for the 1996 Land Rover Discovery?

111 consumer complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 1996 Land Rover Discovery.

Are there technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 1996 Land Rover Discovery?

There are 45 technical service bulletins (TSBs) on file with NHTSA for the 1996 Land Rover Discovery.

1996 Land Rover Discovery Service and Repair Manual

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1996 Land Rover Discovery service and repair manual — a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.

Built for technicians and DIY owners, this manual helps you troubleshoot accurately, follow step-by-step repair procedures, and use wiring diagrams and system sections to diagnose problems faster.

What’s included

Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
Specifications and reference data (where provided)
Electrical coverage with wiring diagrams
Coverage across key systems: engine, transmission, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC, and more

Trims covered

SE Sport Utility 4-Door
SE7 Sport Utility 4-Door
SD Sport Utility 4-Door

Engines covered

4.0L 3950CC V8 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated

Index / Table of contents

Body
Brakes
Chassis Electrical
Driveline
Engine Cooling
Engine Electrical
Engine Mechanical
Engine Performance & Emission Controls
Fuel System
General Information & Identification
Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
Steering
Suspension
Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
Wiring Diagrams

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Vehicle Safety Data

1996 Land Rover Discovery Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #12E01000015/03/2012Component: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

JAGUAR LAND ROVER NORTH AMERICA, INC. (LAND ROVER) IS RECALLING CERTAIN REAR DRIVESHAFT COUPLINGS, LAND ROVER BRANDED PART NUMBER TVF100010, MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 2011 THROUGH NOVEMBER 2011, SOLD FO

Consequence

IF THIS INCREASED VIBRATION WARNING SIGN IS IGNORED, CATASTROPHIC FAILURE OF THE DRIVE COUPLING CAN

Remedy

LAND ROVER WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED REAR DRIVESHAFT COUPLERS FREE O

TSB #10214018

Technical Bulletin: Squeaks & Rattles Kit Availability

TSB #10136669

The 'Service Required' warning text will not appear on the Instrument Cluster (IC) if a vehicle has reached its service point.

TSB #10125267

Presentation from Dealer Shop Foreman Conference Call

TSB #10102683

"ISSUE: REPORTS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED OF ENGINE DAMAGE OCCURRING, WHICH IS CAUSED BY THE USE OF NON-APPROVED ENGINE INDUCTION / FUEL INJECTION CLEANING EQUIPMENT OR MATERIALS. THIS INCLUDES, BUT IS NOT LIMITED TO, ""VACU-FLUSH"" TYPE EQUIPMENT

TSB #10100968

"ISSUE: THIS SSM HAS BEEN RELEASED TO ADDRESS THE HIGH NUMBER OF SPEAKER ASSEMBLIES RETURNED, MANY OF WHICH ARE DEEMED AS NO FAULT FOUND. CAUSE: INCORRECT DIAGNOSIS."

TSB #10001637

OIL SEEPAGE FROM MANUAL TRANSMISSION FRONT COVER. IMPROVED MANUAL TRANSMISSION SEALING. *TT

TSB #604151

PROCEDURES ON STEERING SYSTEM HOSE CLAMPS. *TT

TSB #604152

TECHNICAL INFORMATION ON TROUBLESHOOTING SECURITY SYSTEM CONNECTOR TROUBLESHOOTING. *TT

Showing the 8 most recent of 45 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

20030720Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITEDCrash reported2 injured

VERY POOR EMERGENCY BRAKING AT LOW SPEEDS 30MPH AND SLOWER. WHEN EMERGENCY BRAKING IS REQUIRED LIKE IN A LEFT TURN LAND AND THE PRECEDING CAR DECIDES TO STOP INSTEAD OF COMPLETING THE LEFT TURN, YOU

20020705Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDERCrash reported

BRAKES FALIED COMPREHENSIVELY WITH NO WARNING LIGHT. *AK

20020705Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITEDCrash reported

BRAKES FALIED COMPREHENSIVELY WITH NO WARNING LIGHT. *AK

20001124Component: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDALCrash reported

THIS HAPPENED THREE TIMES WITH THREE DIFFERENT DRIVERS. ONCE IT WAS MYSELF, ONCE MY HUSBAND, AND WHEN OUR FRIEND WENT TO PICK UP THE CAR AT THE BODY SHOP AFTER REPAIRS FROM PREVIOUS INCIDENT, IT HAPPE

19980414Component: SEATSCrash reported

DURING A REAR IMPACT AT 70 TO 80 MPH, THE DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S SIDE SEATS FELL BACKWARDS ONTO THE REAR SEAT. *AK

Showing the 5 most serious of 111 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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