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2026 Land Rover Discovery maintenance schedule

The 2026 Discovery is part of the L462 generation (2017-2027), sold as an SUV. Below: its service intervals with the source behind each one, the fluids it takes, and the NHTSA recalls issued for it.

Service schedule

What the 2026 Discovery needs, and when

Manufacturer rows link to Land Rover's own schedule, Independent rows to a service shop or parts retailer's published guide.

ServiceIntervalSource
Engine oil and filter

5,000-7,500 miles strongly recommended for longevity

16,000 mi / 1 yearIndependent
Engine air filter

Inspect at 15,000 miles

30,000 mi / 2 yearsIndependent
Cabin air filter

Replace annually

15,000 mi / 1 yearIndependent
Tire rotation

Inspect tread depth and suspension components

15,000 mi / 1 yearIndependent
Brake fluid

Complete hydraulic flush

30,000 mi / 2 yearsIndependent
Engine coolant

Full cooling system flush and hose inspection

90,000 mi / 10 yearsIndependent
Transmission fluid

Filter replacement and fluid swap

60,000 mi / 6 yearsIndependent
Spark plugs (Gasoline)

Evaluate earlier per flexible service monitor

60,000 mi / 6 yearsIndependent
Timing chain

Check for stretching; tensioner fatigue common

Inspect, replace as neededIndependent
Serpentine belt

Replace drive belts

100,000 miIndependent
Differential and transfer case fluid

Replace front and rear non-locking differential oil

60,000 miOwner forum
12V battery

Load test

Inspect every 15,000 mi / 1 yearIndependent
EV coolant loops (MHEV)

MHEV system diagnostic

Inspect every 16,000 mi / 1 yearIndependent
EV brake service (MHEV)

Inspect hardware given regenerative bias

Inspect every 16,000 mi / 1 yearIndependent

Intervals are for normal driving; towing, short trips, extreme heat or dust shorten them. Services we could not find an interval for are left off rather than guessed.

Fluids and engines

What goes in it

Engine oil
0W-20 (Gas) / 5W-30 (Diesel), 7.95 qt
Coolant
STJLR.651.5003 (OAT)
Transmission fluid
ZF Lifeguard 8

Powertrains in this generation

  • 3.0L 6-cyl (AJ126), 340 hp, 8-Speed Auto, 4WD
  • 3.0L 6-cyl diesel (Td6), 254 hp, 8-Speed Auto, 4WD
  • 2.0L 4-cyl (Ingenium P300), 296 hp, 8-Speed Auto, 4WD
  • 3.0L 6-cyl (Ingenium P360), 355 hp, 8-Speed Auto, 4WD

Confirm the exact spec against the owner's manual or the label under the hood; capacities vary by engine and drivetrain.

Safety recalls

1 NHTSA recall for the 2026 Land Rover Discovery

From NHTSA's recall database, matched by model and year. Recall repairs are free at Land Rover dealers, and a given car may already be fixed or fall outside a campaign, so check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls before you buy.

Air bags

NHTSA 26V389000

June 2026

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2020-2026 Land Rover Defender, 2021-2026 Discovery, and 2022-2026 Range Rover vehicles. The driver’s air bag clockspring connector may corrode, which can cause the air bag not to deploy as intended.

Remedy: Dealers will apply a protective lubricant gel to the driver’s air bag connector terminals, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed August 3, 2026. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is D120.

Running costs

What maintenance typically costs

A typical year of maintenance
$719

Typical US independent-shop estimates for this generation; they vary by region and condition.

Other Discovery model years

L462 (2017-2027)

20172018201920202021202220232024202520262027

Shopping new? The Land Rover Discovery guide covers the current model, with what it costs to keep for 1 to 15 years.

Sources

Researched 2026-09-22. Modeling, not mechanic advice - always confirm against your car's owner's manual and service records.

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