Table 1 shows nine common engine and engine cooling related problems of the 2003 Land Rover Discovery. The number one most common problem is related to the oil pump (ten problems). The second most common problem is related to the engine knocking noise (two problems).
Low oil pressure red light when lowering the speed to stop. In 2003, Land Rover issued an tech alert #ta03 1201 for the oil pump failures due to their manufacturing error with VIN# 3a771801 – 3a808362. Below is the original text from their alert. Read details...
Tl-the contact owns a 2003 Land Rover Discovery. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the check engine and oil warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis where they advised him that there were slight oil leaks found. Read details...
: the contact stated the steering wheel was misaligned while making turns. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who adjusted the steering wheel, but this did not remedy the problem. The vehicle was returned to the dealer again and the drag link was replaced, but this did not remedy the problem. Read details...