Table 1 shows three common structure related problems of the 2004 Land Rover Discovery.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Structure problems | |
| Roof And Pillar problems | |
| Dashboard Crack problems |
The contact owns a 2004 Land Rover Discovery. In heavy rain conditions, water began leaking onto the dashboard, steering wheel, middle console, and the gear shift. If the vehicle is not being driven at the time of the wet conditions, mold begins to build up inside the vehicle. The vehicle has been in and out of the dealer numerous times. The first time the failure occurred, the mechanic stated that it was due to a clogged drain. The mechanic blew out the drain, but it did not correct the issue. During the second failure, the mechanic could not determine how the water was entering the vehicle. During the third visit, the mechanic stated that the failure was due to wear and tear. The further stated that there was an area on the driver's side that may have been the point of entry for the water. During the fourth and fifth visits, the mechanic unclogged the drain and stated that it was due to the leaves from the trees. The failure still persists and the contact believes that the manufacturer should be responsible. She stated that there was a TSB for the defect and was concerned that the vehicle would begin to rust. The failure mileage was 34,436 and current mileage was 38,000.
The contact stated the roof of the vehicle leaks. There is water damage to the electrical system under the dashboard and to the leather interior of the vehicle. Upon inspection the dealership was unable to determine the source of the leakage. The front windshield was replaced twice in an attempt to remedy the leak.
The contact owns a 2006 (na) Land Rover Discovery. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer for a windshield replacement. Upon retrieving the vehicle, the contact noticed a crack in the dashboard. The dealer diagnosed that the damage was due to the sun. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The failure mileage was 37,000.