Last updated: 2026-04-20

RELIABILITY SCORE: 64/100 (GOOD)

2026 Land Rover Defender 110 Reliability Report

Name: 2026 Land Rover Defender 110
Brand: Land Rover

The 2026 Land Rover Defender 110 scores 64/100 ("Good"). With 0 recalls and 0 owner complaints, reliability is acceptable but not class-leading.

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Recalls

Complaints

Complaint Rate

N/A

Est. Repair Cost

N/A

Annual Fuel Cost

$3,450–$4,300

Detailed Score Breakdown

Complaint SeverityN/A

Component-weighted complaints normalized by sales volume

Repair Costs40/100

Independent repair cost ratings

Recall Impact100/100

Recall count weighted by severity

Issue DiversityN/A

Breadth of reported problem categories

The Verdict

Consider

Acceptable reliability — worth considering with a pre-purchase inspection.

Should You Buy the 2026 Land Rover Defender 110?

At 64/100, the 2026 Land Rover Defender 110 lands in "Good" territory — acceptable, but not class-leading.

Owners log 0 complaints on this model year — enough to suggest attention is needed, but no single failure mode dominates yet.

Get a pre-purchase inspection on any used example, with extra attention to reported problem areas. An extended warranty is worth pricing out.

See also the 2025 Land Rover Defender 110 for an earlier comparison.

Pros

+Acceptable reliability score
+No recalls issued
+Low complaint frequency

Cons

No recurring complaint themes yet.

Compare 2026 Land Rover Defender 110 With

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Reliability: 82/100

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2026 Toyota 4RUNNER

Reliability: 84/100

Excellent

2026 Ford Bronco

Reliability: 59/100

Mixed

2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee

Reliability: 70/100

Good

2026 Ford Explorer

Reliability: 70/100

Good

Recall Overview

recalls on record

No recalls are on record for the 2026 Land Rover Defender 110 — uncommon, and a strong signal of manufacturing quality.

NHTSA.gov →

Complaint Breakdown

complaints

LowAvgHigh

Very Low

Safety Incidents

Crashes

Fires

Injuries

Deaths

Data sourced from NHTSA complaint filings and manufacturer recall notices. Complaint narratives are owner-reported.

VIN History Report

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Every 2026 Land Rover Defender 110 has a different past. A VIN check reveals hidden accidents, title problems, odometer rollbacks, and open recalls that reliability scores can't show you.

Accidents
Open Recalls
Title History
Odometer Rollback

2026 Land Rover Defender 110 NHTSA Safety Ratings

Crash Test Results by Configuration (expand)

HEV Powertrain

Rollover risk: 0.0%

Safety Technologies

Dynamic Head Restraints (Not Available)Head Restraint (Not Available)Advanced Belt Feature (Not Available)Seat Belt Pretensioners (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row, 3rd row)Seat Belt Load Limiters (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row, 3rd row)Frontal Air Bag (Driver, Front Passenger)Head Protection (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row, 3rd row)Torso and/or Pelvis Protection (Driver, Front Passenger)Knee (Not Available)Additional Air Bags (Not Available)Meets Side Air Bag Out-of-Position Requirements (Yes)Unattended Child Reminder Direct Sensing System (No)LATCH Locations (2nd row)Driver Monitoring System (Yes)Automatic High Beams (LED)

View full safety data on NHTSA.gov →

Land Rover Defender 110Repair Costs & Maintenance

Maintenance Rating

Based on NHTSA complaint patterns, recall severity, and publicly available cost benchmarks.

Category-level averages derived from publicly available industry reports (AAA, CarMD). Model-level estimates produced by Auto Reliability Index.

MPG & Annual Running Costs

Gas

16–20 MPG

Fuel cost: $3,450–$4,300/yr

Fuel only

14–18 city / 18–22 hwy MPG

Hybrid

17–20 MPG

Fuel cost: $3,450–$4,050/yr

Fuel only

15–18 city / 18–22 hwy MPG

Based on EPA fuel-cost estimates. Excludes routine maintenance, depreciation, and insurance. Data as of 2026 EPA label cycle.

Gas trims

Trim	Drive	Trans.	City	Hwy	Comb	Fuel Cost
Defender 110 2.0L 4-cyl	4-Wheel Drive	Automatic (S8)	18	22	20	$3,450
Defender 110 5.0L 8-cyl	4-Wheel Drive	Automatic (S8)	14	18	16	$4,300

Hybrid trims

Trim	Drive	Trans.	City	Hwy	Comb	Fuel Cost
Defender 110 MHEV 3.0L 6-cyl	4-Wheel Drive	Automatic (S8)	18	22	20	$3,450
Defender 110 MHEV 4.4L 8-cyl	4-Wheel Drive	Automatic (S8)	15	19	17	$4,050
Defender 110 Trophy MHEV 3.0L 6-cyl	4-Wheel Drive	Automatic (S8)	17	18	17	$4,050

Best & Worst Land Rover Defender 110 Years

Comprehensive reliability analysis based on NHTSA data, owner complaints, and historical performance.

Best Land Rover Defender 110 Years to Buy

Based on reliability index score

The best Land Rover Defender 110 year is 2026 with a reliability score of 64/100, rated good. Other strong picks include 2024 (64/100) and 2025 (59/100).

Top Pick

Good

2026

(Current Model)

0Recalls

0Complaints

Good

2024

4Recalls

16Complaints

Mixed

2025

1Recalls

8Complaints

Land Rover Defender 110 Years to Avoid

No Land Rover Defender 110 years are statistical outliers in our data.

All model years score consistently well. The Land Rover Defender 110 maintains one of the highest industry standards for long-term durability across its entire production span.

See full Land Rover Defender 110 years-to-avoid analysis

Land Rover Defender 110 Reliability Score Trend

Land Rover Defender 110 reliability has remained consistent across model years, averaging 60/100.

Scores 0–100. Higher is better. Current year highlighted.

Land Rover Defender 110 reliability scores by year
Year	Score	Rating
2021	59/100	Mixed
2022	59/100	Mixed
2023	57/100	Mixed
2024	64/100	Good
2025	59/100	Mixed
2026	64/100	Good

Land Rover Defender 110 Reliability Compared to Other Years

Reliability scores compared across model years
Year	Score	vs Prior Year	Rating	Recalls	Complaints
2026(selected)	64/100	+5	Good	0	0
2025	59/100	-5	Mixed	1	8
2024	64/100	+7	Good	4	16
2023	57/100	-2	Mixed	7	70
2022	59/100	0	Mixed	4	61
2021	59/100	—	Mixed	7	32

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2026 Land Rover Defender 110 reliable?

The 2026 Land Rover Defender 110 has a "Good" reliability rating with a score of 64/100. It is reasonably reliable with 0 recalls and 0 owner complaints, though some issues have been reported.

What are the most common problems with the 2026 Land Rover Defender 110?

There aren't enough owner complaints to establish common problem patterns yet for the 2026 Land Rover Defender 110. This may reflect limited time-on-road or reporting volume for this model year.

How many recalls does the 2026 Land Rover Defender 110 have?

The 2026 Land Rover Defender 110 has no recalls on record, which is a positive indicator.

Is the 2026 Land Rover Defender 110 expensive to maintain?

The 2026 Land Rover Defender 110 should have average maintenance costs for its class. With a reliability score of 64/100, some repairs may be needed, but overall ownership costs are manageable.

Don’t buy a 2026 Land Rover Defender 110 without checking its VIN first — hidden accidents, title issues, and open recalls could cost you thousands.

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How We Calculate Reliability Scores

Auto Reliability Index scores are calculated on a 0–100 scale using a weighted formula that combines multiple public data sources. Each factor is weighted based on its predictive value for real-world ownership experience.

Key Ranking Factors

Complaint Severity

NHTSA owner complaints weighted by component category (e.g., powertrain, safety systems, electronics, cosmetic) — safety-critical issues carry more weight than cosmetic ones. Adjusted for sales volume so high-volume models aren't unfairly penalized.

Repair Costs

Independent reliability ratings based on repair frequency, average repair costs, and severity of typical repairs for each model.

Recall Impact

Number of NHTSA recalls weighted by severity. “Stop driving” and fire-risk recalls are penalized more heavily than minor software or labeling recalls.

Issue Diversity

Measures how many major vehicle systems (engine, transmission, electrical, braking, etc.) have recorded complaints. A vehicle with issues spread across many systems may indicate systemic quality issues.

Scores are grouped into four tiers:

80–100: Excellent— Top-tier reliability, minimal issues
60–79: Good— Reliable with some minor concerns
40–59: Mixed— Notable issues, research before buying
0–39: Risky— Significant problems, proceed with caution

Data is sourced from NHTSA recall records, owner complaint filings, and independent repair databases. Scores are recalculated as new data becomes available. While the weighting model is proprietary, all underlying data sources are public and traceable.

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