Land Rover Defender recalls

58 official safety recalls for the Land Rover Defender from NHTSA (United States), DVSA (United Kingdom) and the EU Safety Gate, newest first. Recall repairs are normally free at the maker’s dealers.

Whether your car is affected and still needs the repair depends on its VIN or registration. Check it on the official site for your country:

United States: nhtsa.gov/recalls
United Kingdom: check-vehicle-recalls.service.gov.uk

Second-row seat belt may be improperly stitched
Reported September 24, 2026Model years 2024NHTSA campaign 26V615000371 vehicles affected
An improperly stitched second-row seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing injury risk. Dealers will check the belt serial number and replace the belt as needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:WEBBING:STITCHING
Defect
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2024 Land Rover Defender vehicles. The second-row seat belt may be improperly stitched.
Consequence
An improperly stitched seat belt may fail to properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the second-row seat belt serial number, and replace the seat belt, as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed November 20, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is D130.
DC-DC converter may fail
Reported September 17, 2026Model years 2020–2024NHTSA campaign 26V59900023,677 vehicles affected
An electrical overload or software error may cause the DC-DC converter to fail, stopping 12-Volt system charging and potentially causing loss of drive power and exterior lighting. Dealers will update the vehicle software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:DC/DC CONVERTER
Defect
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2019-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, 2020-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque, Land Rover Range Rover, Land Rover Discovery Sport, Land Rover Defender, 2021-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Velar, Jaguar E-Pace, F-Pace, and Land Rover Discovery vehicles. The DC-DC converter may malfunction due to an electrical overload that can occur during high power demand. Additionally, a software error can cause the DC-DC converter to stop functioning at vehicle start-up under certain circumstances. Failure of the DC-DC converter will result in the loss of 12-Volt system charging and can lead to complete loss of drive power and exterior lighting.
Consequence
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed November 13, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is E008. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 26V248.
Airbag connector corrosion may prevent deployment
Reported July 10, 2026Model years 2019–2026EU Safety Gate SR/02126/26
Corrosion may increase resistance at the airbag connector and prevent the driver airbag from deploying correctly in a crash, increasing injury risk. The product is recalled from end users.
Official EU Safety Gate text
Component
Injuries
Defect
Corrosion of the airbag connector may increase electrical resistance, which could prevent the driver airbag from deploying correctly in the event of an accident. This increases the risk of injury. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Remedy
Recall of the product from end users
Notes
Notified by Germany
Idler pulley may damage oil sensor
Reported June 26, 2026Model years 2024–2026DVSA recall R/2026/24151,533 vehicles affected
After a high torsion input, the belt idler pulley may over-rotate and damage the oil pressure and temperature sensor. This may cause an engine oil leak and a slip hazard for following road users, especially two-wheeled vehicles. The idler pulley will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
AJ20-D6 Idler Pulley Clash
Defect
A concern has been identified on certain AJ20-D6 engines where the Front End Auxiliary Drive (FEAD) belt idler pulley may over-rotate following a high torsion input and lead to a clash with and damage to the oil pressure and temperature sensor. A damaged oil pressure and temperature sensor can lead to an oil leak from the engine which can result in a slip hazard for following road users particularly two-wheeled vehicles.
Remedy
Vehicles will have the Front-End Auxiliary Drive (FEAD) idler pulley replaced.
Driver's airbag may fail to deploy
Reported June 19, 2026Model years 2019–2026DVSA recall R/2026/245EU Safety Gate SR/02032/26151,632 vehicles affected
Fretting corrosion at the driver's airbag connector may increase circuit resistance and prevent the airbag from deploying in a crash, increasing injury risk. Apply protective lubricant gel to the connector terminals.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
Driverâs Airbag Potential Non-Deployment
Defect
A concern has been identified where the connector to the driverâs airbag at the clockspring may experience fretting corrosion over time. This can lead to an increased resistance in the driverâs airbag circuit potentially resulting in the airbag failing to deploy when requested to do so. An airbag which fails to deploy as-intended will increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Vehicles will have a protective lubricant gel applied to the driverâs airbag connector terminals.
Fuel tank wall may be too thin
Reported June 12, 2026Model years 2026DVSA recall R/2026/177EU Safety Gate SR/02608/2648 vehicles affected
The fuel tank wall near the inlet check valve may be thinner than designed. In a crash, the tank may not perform adequately, increasing the risk of fuel leaking and fire. The fuel tank will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
Defender and Discovery 2026 Model Year Fuel Tank Wall Thickness
Defect
A concern has been identified where the fuel tank wall thickness may be below design specification near the inlet check valve. A fuel tank with a thinner-than-designed wall may not perform adequately in the event of a crash leading to increased risk of fuel spillage and potentially fire.
Remedy
Affected vehicles will have the fuel tank replaced.
High-voltage battery may overheat and cause fire
Reported June 12, 2026Model years 2020–2025DVSA recall R/2025/553EU Safety Gate SR/01970/261,083 vehicles affected
The high-voltage battery may overheat, causing smoke or fire and risking injury or property damage. A retailer will inspect the vehicle and replace the battery pack if needed.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
E-PACE F-PACE Defender Discovery Sport Range Rover Evoque and Range Rover Velar PHEV Traction Battery Fire Risk
Defect
Vehicles have experienced thermal overload which may manifest in smoke or fire that may occur underneath the rear of the vehicle where the high voltage traction battery is located. The root cause is not yet known and investigations are continuing. A vehicle thermal overload condition such as fire or smoke can result in increased risk of occupant injury and/or injury to persons outside the vehicle as well as property damage.
Remedy
Vehicles will be inspected by the retailer and as required at-risk battery packs will be replaced.
Driver airbag connector may corrode
Reported June 12, 2026Model years 2020–2026NHTSA campaign 26V389000250,857 vehicles affected
The driver airbag connector may corrode, preventing the airbag from deploying as intended and increasing injury risk in a crash. Dealers will apply protective lubricant gel to the connector terminals, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Defect
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 driverâs air bag clockspring connector may corrode, which can cause the air bag not to deploy as intended.
Consequence
An air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will apply a protective lubricant gel to the driverâs 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.
Fuel tank walls may be too thin
Reported April 23, 2026Model years 2026NHTSA campaign 26V2630006 vehicles affected
The fuel tank was made with walls that are too thin and may leak fuel in a crash, increasing the risk of fire. Dealers will replace the fuel tank free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Defect
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2026 Land Rover Defender vehicles. The fuel tank was improperly manufactured with walls that are too thin.
Consequence
In the event of a crash, an improperly manufactured fuel tank may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed June 19, 2026. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is D127.
DC-DC converter may fail
Reported April 17, 2026Model years 2020–2024NHTSA campaign 26V248000170,169 vehicles affected
High electrical demand may overload and disable the DC-DC converter, stopping 12-volt system charging and potentially causing loss of drive power and exterior lighting. Loss of drive power increases crash risk. Dealers will update the central software free of charge; a final remedy is pending.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:DC/DC CONVERTER
Defect
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Velar and Land Rover Discovery, 2020-2023 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque, 2019-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, 2020-2024 Land Rover Range Rover, 2020 Land Rover Discovery Sport, 2020-2024 Land Rover Defender, 2021-2024 Jaguar F-Pace, and 2021-2022 Jaguar E-Pace mild-hybrid electric vehicles (MHEVs). Insufficient electrical load balancing during times of high demand can lead to a current overload condition and malfunction of the DCDC converter. A failure of the DC-DC converter will result in a loss of 12-Volt system charging and can lead to complete loss of drive power and exterior lighting.
Consequence
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the central software, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed June 17, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 800-637-6837. Land Rover's numbers for this recall are D126 and H575.
Seat belt anchorage bracket weld stud may be weak
Reported March 31, 2026Model years 2025–2026DVSA recall R/2026/115EU Safety Gate SR/01311/26982 vehicles affected
A contaminated material may have caused a third-row lower seat belt anchorage bracket weld stud to be too weak. In a crash, the restraint system may not work correctly, increasing the risk of injury. The bracket will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
Defender Third Row Lower Seat Belt Anchorage Bracket
Defect
On affected vehicles a concern has been identified where the third-row lower seat belt anchorage bracket may contain a weld stud of insufficient ISO strength due to material contamination at the supplier. An insufficiently strong weld stud in this position could result in the safety restraint system not functioning correctly in the event of a crash increasing the risk of occupant injury.
Remedy
Vehicles will have the third-row lower seat belt anchorage bracket replaced.
Third-row seat belt anchorage may have an insufficient weld
Reported March 18, 2026Model years 2026NHTSA campaign 26V163000582 vehicles affected
The third-row lower seat belt anchorage bracket may have an insufficient weld stud, so the belt may not properly restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Dealers will replace the bracket or its weld stud free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Defect
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2026 Land Rover Defender vehicles. The third-row lower seat belt anchorage bracket may have an insufficient weld stud.
Consequence
A seat belt assembly with an insufficient weld may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the third-row lower seat belt anchorage bracket or the weld-stud on the bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 19, 2026. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 800-637-6837. Land Rover's numbers for this recall are D098 and D113.
Fuel line may rub against damper and leak
Reported March 10, 2025Model years 2012–2015DVSA recall R/2024/3907 vehicles affected
The low-pressure fuel pipe may rub against the rear right-hand damper, wear through and leak. The fuel line will be replaced, a bracket fitted and the pipe routing revised.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
Defender 90â Classic Works LP Fuel Line Clash to Bracket
Defect
The manufacturer has determined on affected vehicles the routing of low-pressure fuel pipes may clash with the rear right-hand damper. There is a risk that the fuel pipe could abrade and cause a fuel leak.
Remedy
Vehicles will have the fuel line replaced and an additional fuel line bracket fitted together with revised routing for the fuel pipe
Dynamic mode may reduce vehicle stability
Reported March 4, 2025Model years 2024–2025DVSA recall R/2025/06520 vehicles affected
Incorrect dynamic mode settings may result in inadequate suspension stiffness and stability control, increasing the risk of losing control. Dynamic mode will be disabled.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
Defender P425 Dynamic Mode Stability
Defect
Affected vehicles have had an incorrect set of settings in Dynamic Mode. Dynamic Mode therefore does not provide adequate stability suspension stiffness nor provide adequate stability control system operation thereby increasing the risk of loss of vehicle control.
Remedy
Vehicles will have dynamic mode disabled.
Touchscreen may go blank, hiding rearview camera image
Reported January 16, 2025Model years 2023–2024NHTSA campaign 25V01600028,370 vehicles affected
The center console touchscreen may go blank at startup, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying and reducing the driver's rear view, which increases crash risk. Dealers will update the touchscreen software, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:VIDEO (TOUCH)SCREEN/MONITOR/UNIT
Defect
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2023 Discovery Sport, 2023-2024 Defender, and 2023 Range Rover Evoque vehicles. The touchscreen in the center console may go blank at vehicle startup, resulting in the rearview camera image not displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the touchscreen software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 3, 2025. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N972.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Camera module may overheat and stop displaying images
Reported September 12, 2024Model years 2024NHTSA campaign 24V678000180 vehicles affected
The near field sensing module may overheat, preventing surround camera images, including the rearview camera image, from displaying. Reduced visibility can increase injury or crash risk. Dealers will replace the module free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Defect
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2024 Defender, Discovery Sport, Range Rover, Range Rover Evoque, Range Rover Velar, and Range Rover Sport vehicles. The Near Field Sensing Module (NFSM) may overheat and cause the 3D surround camera images, including the rearview camera image, not to display.
Consequence
A rearview camera image that does not display can decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the NFSM, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 24, 2024. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N927.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Oil filter housing may crack and leak
Reported June 17, 2024Model years 2023–2024NHTSA campaign 24V4500002,013 vehicles affected
The oil filter housing may crack and leak oil into the engine compartment. If the oil reaches hot engine or exhaust parts, it can increase fire risk. Dealers will replace the housing, oil filter and O-rings free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:FILTER/SCREEN
Defect
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Defender, 2024 Discovery, Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, and Range Rover Velar vehicles. The oil filter housing can crack and leak oil into the engine compartment.
Consequence
An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the filter housing, oil filter, and o-rings, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2024. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N908.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Oil filter housing may crack and leak oil
Reported June 14, 2024Model years 2020–2024DVSA recall R/2024/255EU Safety Gate A12/01675/241,566 vehicles affected
The oil filter housing may crack and leak pressurised oil onto hot engine components, possibly causing a fire, or onto the road, creating a skid hazard. The housing, filter and associated O-rings will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
AJ20-D6 and AJ20-P6 Engine Oil Filter Housing Cracked
Defect
On affected vehicles the incorrect specification of plastic was used to manufacture the oil filter housing. This housing may over time and with vehicle use crack. This could result in oil under pressure leaking and coming into contact with hot components of the engine which may result in a fire. Additionally oil may leak onto the road surface posing a skid hazard.
Remedy
Replace the oil filter housing complete with filter and associated O-rings.
Brake pipes may be routed incorrectly
Reported May 17, 2024Model years 2011–2016DVSA recall R/2024/2016 vehicles affected
Brake pipes may be incorrectly connected to the brake modulator. Dealers will inspect the routing and correct it if needed.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
Land Rover Defender Incorrect Brake Pipe Routing
Defect
On affected vehicles converted by JLR Classic Works the brake pipes may have been incorrectly assembled to the brake modulator.
Remedy
Vehicles will have the brake pipe routing inspected and corrected if necessary.
Fuel injector clamp may crack and cause fuel leak
Reported March 27, 2024Model years 2023DVSA recall R/2024/1003 vehicles affected
A cracked clamp may let a fuel injector come loose, allowing fuel to leak past its seal. Fuel could reach hot engine parts and cause a fire.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
AJ20-D6 Fuel Injector Clamp Cracked
Defect
A concern has been identified where the clamps used to secure the fuel injectors into the cylinder head on certain AJ20-D6 engines may crack allowing the injector to come loose. This loose injector could become unseated allowing fuel to be pushed past the injector seal from the combustion chamber or the fuel feed system.
Remedy
A fuel leak in this area could result in fuel spill onto hot engine components which may result in a fire.
Security software update to reduce theft risk
Reported March 15, 2024Model years 2019–2022DVSA recall R/2024/14553,644 vehicles affected
A software enhancement has been developed to further increase vehicle security and reduce theft risk. The software update will be deployed.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
Security Enhancement
Defect
For affected vehicles the manufacturer has developed a software enhancement to further increase vehicle security.
Remedy
The software enhancement will deploy this update and reduce the theft risk.
Vehicle security software will be enhanced
Reported March 14, 2024Model years 2019–2024DVSA recall R/2024/14779,480 vehicles affected
A software enhancement will be applied to further increase vehicle security and reduce theft risk.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
Security Enhancement
Defect
For affected vehicles the manufacturer has developed a software enhancement to further increase vehicle security.
Remedy
The software enhancement will deploy this update and reduce the theft risk.
Brake calipers may detach
Reported November 22, 2023Model years 2023NHTSA campaign 23V789000121 vehicles affected
Brake calipers may not have been reinstalled properly and could detach, reducing braking ability and damaging the wheel structure. Dealers will reinstall the calipers free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Defect
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2023 Land Rover Defender 130 vehicles modified for the TRek Off-Road Competition. The brake calipers may not be reinstalled properly, allowing the brake calipers to detach.
Consequence
Detached brake calipers can reduce braking ability and cause structural wheel damage, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will reinstall the brake calipers, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 18, 2024. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N848.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Engine may fail to start, causing loss of drive
Reported October 30, 2023Model years 2023DVSA recall R/2023/2931,540 vehicles affected
The engine may fail to start when needed, leaving the vehicle in electric mode. If the battery can no longer propel it, the vehicle may slow unexpectedly and lose drive. The powertrain control module software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
On affected Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEV) it is possible that the internal combustion engine will not start when required. This may occur whilst the vehicle is in motion and the vehicle will operate in Electric Vehicle (EV) Mode only. When the EV system is no longer able to propel the vehicle the vehicle will unexpectedly slow down and no drive is possible.
Defect
On affected Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEV) it is possible that the internal combustion engine will not start when required. This may occur whilst the vehicle is in motion and the vehicle will operate in Electric Vehicle (EV) Mode only. When the EV system is no longer able to propel the vehicle the vehicle will unexpectedly slow down and no drive is possible.
Remedy
Software update to the Powertrain control module.
Front axle casing may fail
Reported August 31, 2023Model years 2010–2012DVSA recall R/2022/2369,923 vehicles affected
The front axle casing may fail, causing the suspension to collapse. An additional bracket will be fitted to restrain the wheel hub assembly and suspension if the casing fails.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
FRONT AXLE CASING MAY FAIL CAUSING THE SUSPENSION TO COLLAPSE
Defect
Front axle casing may fail causing the suspension to collapse.
Remedy
Fit an additional bracket mounted to the end of the axle case tube to ensure that in the event of failure the wheel hub assembly and suspension is restrained.
Third-row seat latch may not operate properly
Reported June 1, 2023Model years 2021–2023DVSA recall R/2023/135318 vehicles affected
A third-row seat latch may not operate properly, and injury in an incident cannot be ruled out. The latch will be checked; if it does not work properly, the seat frame and associated components will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
On affected vehicles there is an issue involving the seat latch in the area of the third row of seats for where injury in the event of an incident cannot be ruled out.
Defect
On affected vehicles there is an issue involving the seat latch in the area of the third row of seats for where injury in the event of an incident cannot be ruled out.
Remedy
The third-row seat back latch operation will be checked. Where the seat latches operate correctly no further action is required. Where a latch does not operate properly the seat frame and associated components will be replaced.
Blocked oil gallery may cause an oil leak
Reported May 18, 2023Model years 2022–2023DVSA recall R/2023/044EU Safety Gate A12/01547/232,495 vehicles affected
An incompletely drilled cam carrier oil gallery may block the oil channel, causing oil to build up at the pressure control valve and lead to an external leak or increased oil carryover into the air intake. The cam carrier will be inspected and replaced if incorrectly machined; associated parts may also need replacement.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
For certain 2023 Model Year 3.0L AJ20-P6 Land Rover Range Rover Range Rover Sport Range Rover Velar Discovery and Defender vehicles a small number of engines the cam carrier oil gallery hasn t been fully drilled. As a result the oil channel could be blocked leading to accumulation of oil against the pressure control valve rubber membrane and subsequently an external oil leak or increased oil carryover into the air intake system.
Defect
For certain 2023 Model Year 3.0L AJ20-P6 Land Rover Range Rover Range Rover Sport Range Rover Velar Discovery and Defender vehicles a small number of engines the cam carrier oil gallery hasnï¿½t been fully drilled. As a result the oil channel could be blocked leading to accumulation of oil against the pressure control valve rubber membrane and subsequently an external oil leak or increased oil carryover into the air intake system.
Remedy
The engine cam carrier will be inspected and where an incorrectly machined cam carrier is found replace it with a correctly machined component. Depending on mileage and engine conditions further associated components may require replacement.
Water pump drive belt may break or detach
Reported May 9, 2023Model years 2020–2023DVSA recall R/2023/08772,604 vehicles affected
The water pump drive belt may become damaged, detach or break, stopping coolant flow through the engine. The engine coolant elbow and turbocharger feed coolant pipe will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
On affected vehicles there is a risk where the water pump pully drive belt can become damaged leading to detachment or destruction. Where water pump pully drive is lost this leads to a loss coolant flow in the engine.
Defect
On affected vehicles there is a risk where the water pump pully drive belt can become damaged leading to detachment or destruction. Where water pump pully drive is lost this leads to a loss coolant flow in the engine.
Remedy
Affected vehicles will have the engine coolant elbow replaced. In addition a turbocharger feed coolant pipe will be replaced.
Front stabiliser may affect handling
Reported May 3, 2023Model years 2012–2016EU Safety Gate A12/01487/23
The front stabiliser does not meet specifications and may be inadequate for the vehicle, negatively affecting handling and creating a risk of an accident. The product is recalled from end users.
Official EU Safety Gate text
Component
Injuries
Defect
The front stabilizer does not meet specifications and is inadequate for the use on the vehicle. The road handling may be negatively affected, creating a risk of an accident. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Remedy
Recall of the product from end users
Notes
Notified by France
Third-row seatback latch may not secure properly
Reported March 2, 2023Model years 2023NHTSA campaign 23V137000812 vehicles affected
The third-row seatback latch may not engage properly, reducing the strength of a child seat attached to the top tether. The child seat may not restrain its occupant properly in a crash. Dealers will inspect and replace the seat frame and components as necessary, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
CHILD SEAT:VEHICLE TETHER ANCHOR
Defect
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2023 Land Rover Defender 130 vehicles equipped with third-row seats. The third-row seatback latch may not latch properly, reducing the strength of a child seat installed to the top tether.
Consequence
A child seat with reduced strength may not properly restrain the occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the third-row seat frame and components, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 24, 2023. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N768.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Blocked oil channel may cause an oil leak
Reported February 2, 2023Model years 2020–2023NHTSA campaign 23V0440006,724 vehicles affected
A blocked engine cam carrier oil channel may cause an oil leak, increasing the risk of fire if oil meets an ignition source. Dealers will inspect and replace the cam carrier and related components as necessary, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Defect
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Range Rover Sport, 2020-2023 Range Rover, Defender, 2022-2023 Discovery, and 2023 Range Rover Velar vehicles. The engine cam carrier oil channel may be blocked, which can lead to an oil leak.
Consequence
An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the engine cam carrier and related components as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2023. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N763.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Front seat belt pretensioner tube may be damaged
Reported August 19, 2022Model years 2021–2022DVSA recall R/2022/222EU Safety Gate A12/01258/2214,905 vehicles affected
A damaged tube may be fitted to the front seat belt retractor. Dealers will inspect the tube and replace the retractor if damage is found.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
DAMAGED FRONT SEAT BELT PRE TENSIONER TUBE MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED ON THE SEAT BELT RETRACTOR
Defect
Damaged front seat belt pretensioner tube may have been installed on the seat belt retractor.
Remedy
Inspect the seat belt pretensioner tube for damage and if damage is identified the seat belt retractor will be replaced.
Axle weld may break and flange detach
Reported July 25, 2022Model years 2013EU Safety Gate A12/01434/22
A defective axle weld may break, reducing mechanical strength and allowing the axle flange to detach, which increases accident risk. The remedy is to recall the product from end users.
Official EU Safety Gate text
Component
Injuries
Defect
Defective welding involving the vehicle's axle may cause the weld to break which can lead to a loss of mechanical resistance and the axle flange becoming detached, increasing the risk of an accident. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Remedy
Recall of the product from end users
Notes
Notified by France
Front seat belt pretensioners may be damaged
Reported July 21, 2022Model years 2022–2023NHTSA campaign 22V5230004,927 vehicles affected
Damaged driver or front passenger seat belt pretensioners may prevent the belts from properly restraining occupants, increasing injury risk in a crash. Dealers will inspect and replace the front seat belt assemblies as needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER
Defect
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2022-23 Land Rover Defender, Discovery, Discovery Sport and 2022 Range Rover Sport and Range Rover Velar vehicles. The driver and front passenger seat belt pretensioners may be damaged, which can cause the seat belts to not properly restrain occupants.
Consequence
Improperly restrained occupants have an increased risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the front seat belt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2022. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N720.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Front passenger seat lacks occupancy detection sensor
Reported October 21, 2021Model years 2020–2021DVSA recall R/2021/333EU Safety Gate A12/01343/211,018 vehicles affected
The front passenger seat was made without an Occupancy Detection Sensor system. An occupant detection sensor will be fitted to the seat.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
FRONT PASSENGER SEATS MISSING OCCUPANCY DETECTION SENSOR SYSTEM
Defect
The front passenger seats were manufactured without the Occupancy Detection Sensor system (ODS) installed.
Remedy
Fit the occupant detection sensor to the front passenger seat.
Seat belt retractor may release child restraint early
Reported August 26, 2021Model years 2021NHTSA campaign 21V66800032,687 vehicles affected
The seat belt automatic locking retractor may deactivate early, preventing a child restraint from securing properly and increasing injury risk in a crash. Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies as needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
Defect
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2021 Range Rover, 2022 Range Rover Sport, 2020-2021 Range Rover Velar, Discovery Sport, 2020-2022 Discovery, and Defender vehicles. The seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly.
Consequence
An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed October 20, 2021. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N630.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Front seat track end stop bracket may deform
Reported August 16, 2021Model years 2020–2021DVSA recall R/2021/247EU Safety Gate A12/01428/211,025 vehicles affected
The front seat track end stop bracket may deform. The front seat tracks will be replaced with a modified part.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE FRONT SEAT TRACK END STOP BRACKET MAY BE DEFORMED
Defect
The front seat track end stop bracket may become deformed.
Remedy
Replace the front seat tracks with a modified part.
Owner's manual gives incorrect child seat anchor information
Reported July 29, 2021Model years 2020–2021NHTSA campaign 21V5840007,027 vehicles affected
The owner's manual incorrectly says the third-row seats have LATCH child seat restraints with top tethers. A child seat may be secured improperly, increasing injury risk in a crash. The correct information will be mailed to owners to insert in the manual, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
CHILD SEAT:VEHICLE LATCH ANCHOR
Defect
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Land Rover Defender vehicles. The owner's manual incorrectly states that the third-row seating is equipped with LATCH child seat restraints with top tethers. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."
Consequence
Incorrect child restraint information may result in a child seat being improperly secured, which can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
Land Rover will mail owners the correct information to insert into the owner's manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 23, 2021. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N601.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Front seat track bracket may deform
Reported July 1, 2021Model years 2021NHTSA campaign 21V499000603 vehicles affected
A front seat track end-stop bracket may deform and prevent the seat from locking in place. The seat could move during a crash, increasing injury risk. Dealers will replace the front seat tracks, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEATS
Defect
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2021 Defender 90 vehicles equipped with manually-adjustable front seats. The front seat track end-stop bracket may become deformed, which could prevent the seat from locking into place.
Consequence
A seat that is not properly locked into place can move unintentionally during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the front seat tracks, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 28, 2021. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N609.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Rear lights may fail after exposure to bright light
Reported June 8, 2021Model years 2020–2022NHTSA campaign 21V4350002,622 vehicles affected
A voltage spike triggered by bright light shining on the rear may cause the turn signals, brake lights and tail lights to fail, reducing visibility to other drivers and increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the rear light assemblies free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
Defect
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Defender X vehicles equipped with smoked rear light assemblies. A voltage spike, triggered by a bright light shining on the rear of the vehicle, can cause the turn signals, brake lights, and tail lights to fail.
Consequence
Turn signals, brake lights, and tail lights that fail to illuminate can reduce visibility to other drivers and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the rear light assemblies, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 27, 2021. Owners can contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N598.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Powertrain software may cause an engine stall
Reported June 3, 2021Model years 2020–2021NHTSA campaign 21V424000163 vehicles affected
The powertrain control module may unexpectedly switch off while driving, causing the engine to stall without warning and increasing the risk of a crash. A dealer or an over-the-air update will disable the specified connected diagnostic functions free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Defect
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Land Rover Defender vehicles equipped with 6-cylinder engines. The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) may unexpectedly switch off while the vehicle is in motion, resulting in an engine stall with no warning.
Consequence
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
The Connected Diagnostic Services (CDS) and the Over-the-air (OTA) diagnostics functionality will be disabled, either by a dealer or through an OTA update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 28, 2021. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N599.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Exhaust downpipe fixings may be under-tightened
Reported April 19, 2021Model years 2020–2021DVSA recall R/2021/137EU Safety Gate A12/00806/218,004 vehicles affected
Fixings between the exhaust downpipe and catalytic converter may not be tightened to specification. The joint will be inspected, and fixings will be tightened or replaced if missing.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE FIXINGS CONNECTING THE EXHAUST DOWNPIPE TO THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER MAY NOT HAVE BEEN TIGHTENED TO THE SPECIFIED TORQUE VALUE
Defect
The fixings connecting the exhaust downpipe to the catalytic converter may not have been tightened to the specified torque value.
Remedy
Inspect the exhaust downpipe to catalytic converter joint. If the fixings are present torque them up to the required torque specification. If any fixings are missing they will be replaced and torqued to the required specification.
Front brake pipe may chafe and lose fluid
Reported July 31, 2017Model years 2014–2015DVSA recall R/2017/1961,178 vehicles affected
Chafing may damage a front brake pipe and cause sudden brake fluid loss, longer stopping distances and reduced braking performance. Dealers will check the specified clearances and replace any damaged front brake pipe.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
SUDDEN LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID
Defect
P053 campaigned vehicles - Brake Disc to Hub Bolts where the front brake pipe from caliper to the brake flexible hose is subsequently showing signs of a chafe condition in some instances it has been reported that a noise is present or the loss of brake fluid has occurred. If the brake pipe continues to chafe through sudden loss of brake fluid could be experienced. Brake fluid loss will illuminate a red warning triangle. Brake fluid loss will ultimately result in extended brake pedal travel combined with reduced braking performance in the corresponding brake circuit increasing stopping distances. Loss of one braking circuit could compromise vehicle stability and significantly increase the risk of an accident.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected. Where recall campaign P053 is yet to be completed provide the P053 remedy and ensure that the specified clearances are achieved following completion of the P053 recall remedy. In the case of vehicles that have already had recall campaign P053 completed the dealer will ensure the correct clearances are achieved. If there are any signs of damage to the left hand right hand or both sides of the front brake pipe the damaged pipe will be replaced.
Wheel hub bolts may break and make vehicle unstable
Reported February 4, 2015Model years 2014–2015DVSA recall R/2015/0282,332 vehicles affected
Out-of-specification wheel hub bolts may break, causing noise, vibration or wheel lock; the hub could also become insecure, making the vehicle unstable. All front and rear hub fixings will be replaced, along with any components damaged by failed bolts.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
BRAKING IMBALANCE MAY MAKE VEHICLE UNSTABLE
Defect
The fixing bolts for the front and rear hub assemblies are not to specification. The bolts could break and cause loud noise followed by severe vibration wheel lock possibly a bolt could puncture the brake disc or even if all the bolts are damaged the hub may become insecure to the axle. The aforementioned will cause instability and significantly increase the risk of collision.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace all the front and rear wheel hub fixings. If any damaged has been caused by bolts failing the affected components will be replaced.
Front axle tube may fracture and wheel may detach
Reported November 28, 2014Model years 2010–2011DVSA recall R/2014/092EU Safety Gate A12/1279/142,666 vehicles affected
The front axle tube could fracture over time, potentially causing the wheel and hub assembly to detach. Additional brackets will be fitted to hold the assembly in place if the tube fractures.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
FRONT WHEEL MAY DETACH
Defect
It has been established that in extreme cases the front axle tube could fracture over a period of time. If not identified this could result in the detachment of the wheel and hub assembly.
Remedy
Recall all affected vehicles and fit additional brackets to hold the hub/tube assembly in place should the tube fracture.
Front axle tube may fracture
Reported August 1, 2014Model years 2010–2012EU Safety Gate A12/1280/14
The front axle tube may fracture over time. If the fault is not identified, the wheel and hub assembly may detach, increasing accident risk. The product is recalled from end users.
Official EU Safety Gate text
Component
Injuries
Defect
null The front axle tube could fracture over a period of time. If not identified, this could result in the detachment of the wheel and hub assembly from the vehicle and increase the risk of an accident.
Remedy
Recall of the product from end users
Notes
Notified by United Kingdom
Seat belt mounting bracket may fail
Reported August 8, 2012Model years 2010–2012DVSA recall R/2012/0696,136 vehicles affected
Hydrogen embrittlement may cause mounting bracket bolts or studs to fail, loosening or detaching the brackets and leaving occupants unrestrained in a collision. The seat belt mounting brackets will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
SEAT BELT MOUNTING BRACKET MAY FAIL
Defect
Some seat belt mounting bracket bolt/studs may be out of specification as they may have suffered Hydrogen Embrittlement during production. Occupants will normally notice the failure by the looseness or detachment of seat belt brackets. If the issue is not rectified occupants may not be restrained in their seat if the vehicle is involved in a collision.
Remedy
Recall affected vehicles and replace the seat belt mounting brackets.
Oil leak may reduce parking brake efficiency
Reported April 4, 2011Model years 2007–2010DVSA recall R/2010/23223,175 vehicles affected
A transfer box output shaft may be out of specification, allowing oil to leak into the parking brake drum and contaminate the linings. The drive flange will be cleaned and resealed, and contaminated linings replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
PARKING BRAKE EFFICIENCY CAN BE AFFECTED
Defect
It is possible that the transfer box output shaft may not be to specification. This can allow oil to leak between the output shaft and the drive flange. This can result in oil entering the parking brake drum and contaminating the brake linings which can affect the parking brake efficiency.
Remedy
Recall all affected vehicles for the cleaning and resealing of the drive flange to output shaft plus the replacement of any contaminated brake linings.
Parking brake may become ineffective
Reported December 4, 2009Model years 2007–2008DVSA recall R/2009/0915,003 vehicles affected
An incorrectly assembled transfer box output shaft oil seal may allow oil to contaminate the brake linings, reducing parking brake efficiency. The seal will be inspected and, if necessary, replaced; the back plate and drum will be degreased and the linings replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
PARKING BRAKE MAY BECOME INEFFECTIVE
Defect
Parking brake efficiency can be impaired as a result of an incorrectly assembled oil seal at the transfer box output shaft allowing oil to contaminate the brake linings.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to inspect and where necessary fit a new oil seal degrease the back plate and drum and replace the brake linings.
Brake modulator may leak fluid
Reported March 31, 2004Model years 1998–2003DVSA recall R/2003/180119,232 vehicles affected
A fluid leak from the brake modulator may reduce braking efficiency or cause complete service brake failure. Stronger valve covers will be fitted to the brake modulator.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
POSSIBLE LOSS OF SERVICE BRAKE
Defect
A potential fluid leak from the brake modulator may result in a reduction in the efficiency of the service brake or in the worst case complete failure of the service brake system.
Remedy
Recall all potentially affected vehicles and fit stronger valve covers to the brake modulator.
Front brake hose may be abraded by tyre
Reported April 22, 2002DVSA recall R/2001/17114,727 vehicles affected
The front left tyre may rub against the brake hose and wear its outer lining, potentially causing a brake fluid leak. Dealers will check hose clearance and replace the hose if there is abrasion or limited clearance.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
LEFT HAND FRONT BRAKE FLEXIBLE HOSE CONCERN
Defect
Land Rover has received a small number of reports that detail a potential abrasion condition between the front left hand flexible brake hose and tyre. In extreme circumstances dependant upon the position of the hose the front left hand tyre can contact the hose and cause abrasion to the outer lining material which could result in a brake fluid leak.
Remedy
Recall all affected vehicles to check the clearance between the hose and tyre where abrasion or limited clearance is found the hose must be replaced.
Front seat backrest may not latch
Reported October 22, 2001Model years 2000–2001DVSA recall R/2001/0178,736 vehicles affected
A front seat may not latch after the tip lever is used, so its backrest could fold forward during a rapid stop. The lever and latching mechanism will be checked, and a new seat frame fitted if the mechanism binds.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
INSECURITY OF FRONT SEAT BACKREST.
Defect
The front seats may not latch positively following operation of the seat tip lever. In consequence the seat squab (backrest) could attempt to fold forward if the vehicle should be brought to a very rapid stop.
Remedy
Affected vehicles will be recalled for examination of the operation and integrity of the front seat tip lever and latching mechanism. In cases where the mechanism is found to bind a new seat frame assembly will be fitted.
Engine flywheel may fracture
Reported June 5, 2000Model years 1998–1999DVSA recall R/2000/03825,930 vehicles affected
Surface cracks in the flywheel may spread under high loads, causing it to break apart. The flywheel will be replaced with a quality-assured part.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
ENGINE FLYWHEEL MAY FRAGMENT
Defect
As a consequence of the manufacturing process the engine flywheel may develop surface cracks which under certain high load conditions can propagate resulting in disintegration of the flywheel.
Remedy
Recall affected vehicles for the fitment of quality assured parts.
Battery hazardous-substance label is missing
Reported June 20, 1996Model years 1992–1995NHTSA campaign 96V1080004,254 vehicles affected
The battery warning label is missing, so incorrect handling could cause personal injury. Owners will be mailed a label and placement instructions, or can have a dealer install it free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Defect
THE "HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE LABEL" WARNING WAS NOT INSTALLED ON THE BATTERIES IN THESE VEHICLES.
Consequence
PERSONAL INJURY COULD OCCUR IF THESE BATTERIES ARE HANDLED INCORRECTLY.
Remedy
OWNERS WILL BE MAILED A BATTERY WARNING LABEL WITH INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE PLACEMENT OF SUCH LABELS AND A LETTER INFORMING THEM THAT THEY CAN ALSO BRING THE VEHICLE TO ANY DEALER AND HAVE THE LABEL INSTALLED FOR THEM FREE OF CHARGE.
Notes
SYSTEM: ELECTRICAL; BATTERY; OTHER PARTS. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MULTI-PURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE. OWNER NOTIFICATION: OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN JULY 12, 1996. NOTE: OWNERS WHO DO NOT RECEIVE THE SUBJECT BATTERY LABELS FREE OF CHARGE WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT LAND ROVER AT 1-301-731-9040. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
Driveshaft nuts may loosen
Reported May 16, 1995Model years 1995NHTSA campaign 95V099000155 vehicles affected
Incorrectly sized nuts may loosen and disconnect one or both driveshafts, causing loss of vehicle control. Dealers will replace the hardware with parts of the appropriate specifications.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
Defect
AT PORT OF ENTRY, A QUALITY OVERCHECK OF THE DIFFERENTIAL PINION SHAFT TORQUE WAS PERFORMED. THIS CHECK REQUIRED THE REMOVAL OF THE DRIVESHAFTS. WHEN THE DRIVESHAFTS WERE REINSTALLED, THE WRONG SIZED NUTS WERE USED.
Consequence
THE NUTS CAN LOOSEN, ULTIMATELY CAUSING THE DISCONNECTION OF ONE OR BOTH OF THE DRIVESHAFTS RESULTING IN LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HARDWARE ON THE INVOLVED VEHICLES WITH HARDWARE OF THE APPROPRIATE SPECIFICATIONS.
Notes
SYSTEM: POWERTRAIN; AXLE ASSEMBLY.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MULTIPURPOSE VEHICLES.NOTE: IF YOUR VEHICLE IS PRESENTED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND THE REMEDY IS NOT PROVIDED FREE OF CHARGE WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME, PLEASE CONTACT RANGE ROVER AT 1-301-731-9040. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
Certification labels may show incorrect ratings
Reported July 7, 1993Model years 1993NHTSA campaign 93V1110001,082 vehicles affected
Incorrect vehicle weight ratings and tyre or rim specifications on the certification labels may lead to overloading, potentially causing vehicle control problems. The incorrect labels will be replaced with corrected labels.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Defect
THE CERTIFICATION LABELS CONTAIN INCORRECT INFORMATION CONCERNING THE VEHICLE WEIGHT RATINGS AND TIRE/RIM SPECIFICATIONS. THE CERTIFICATION LABELS ARE NOT IN COMPLIANCE WITH 49 CFR PART 567 AND FMVSS 120, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS FOR MOTOR VEHICLES OTHER THAN PASSENGER CARS."
Consequence
THIS CAN RESULT IN VEHICLE AND/OR TIRE OVERLOADING.OVERLOADING THE VEHICLE CAN OVERSTRESS THE CHASSIS, SUSPENSION AND/OR BRAKINGSYSTEMS, RESULTING IN VEHICLE CONTROL PROBLEMS.
Remedy
REPLACE INCORRECT LABELS WITH CORRECTED LABELS.
Notes
SYSTEM: EQUIPMENT; CERTIFICATION LABELS.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MULTIPURPOSE VEHICLES.
Window or sunroof switch may keep operating
Reported May 14, 1993Model years 1993NHTSA campaign 93V085000463 vehicles affected
A power window or sunroof latch switch may remain active after pressure is removed, allowing the window or sunroof to keep moving and potentially injure an occupant. Defective parts in the electric window and sunroof switches will be replaced.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Defect
THE POWER WINDOW AND SUNROOF LATCH SWITCHES REMAIN IN AN OPERATIONAL MODE WHEN THE PRESSURE IS REMOVED, CAUSING THE WINDOW OR SUNROOF TO CONTINUE TO CLOSE OR OPEN.
Consequence
UNANTICIPATED AND UNCONTROLLED UPWARD TRAVEL OF A WINDOWCAN RESULT IN OCCUPANT INJURY.
Remedy
REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE PARTS IN THE ELECTRIC WINDOWS AND THE ELECTRIC SUNROOF SWITCHES.
Notes
SYSTEM: EQUIPMENT: ELECTRIC POWER ACCESSORIES.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MULTI-PURPOSE VEHICLE.
Air conditioner auxiliary fuel tank may detach
Reported May 8, 1989Model years 1993NHTSA campaign 89V07200080 vehicles affected
A faulty mounting may allow the air conditioner auxiliary fuel tank to separate from the bus, with potential for a fire. The remedy is to modify the fuel tank and bracket to prevent separation.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Defect
MOUNTING FOR AIR CONDITIONER AUXILLIARY FUEL TANK MAY BE FAULTY.
Consequence
FUEL TANK COULD SEPARATE FROM THE BUS WITH POTENTIAL FORA FIRE.
Remedy
MODIFY AIR CONDITIONER FUEL TANKS AND BRACKET TO PREVENT SEPARATION.
Notes
SYSTEM: AUXILLIARY FUEL TANK.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: NON SCHOOL BUSES BUILT FOR U S GOVERNMENT.

Sources: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), DVSA (UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and the EU Safety Gate (European Commission) recall data. Each recall covers vehicles sold in that market; models sold elsewhere may differ.

Back to the Land Rover Defender

Second-row seat belt may be improperly stitched

DC-DC converter may fail

Airbag connector corrosion may prevent deployment

Idler pulley may damage oil sensor

Driver's airbag may fail to deploy

Fuel tank wall may be too thin

High-voltage battery may overheat and cause fire

Driver airbag connector may corrode

Fuel tank walls may be too thin

DC-DC converter may fail

Seat belt anchorage bracket weld stud may be weak

Third-row seat belt anchorage may have an insufficient weld

Fuel line may rub against damper and leak

Dynamic mode may reduce vehicle stability

Touchscreen may go blank, hiding rearview camera image

Camera module may overheat and stop displaying images

Oil filter housing may crack and leak

Oil filter housing may crack and leak oil

Brake pipes may be routed incorrectly

Fuel injector clamp may crack and cause fuel leak

Security software update to reduce theft risk

Vehicle security software will be enhanced

Brake calipers may detach

Engine may fail to start, causing loss of drive

Front axle casing may fail

Third-row seat latch may not operate properly

Blocked oil gallery may cause an oil leak

Water pump drive belt may break or detach

Front stabiliser may affect handling

Third-row seatback latch may not secure properly

Blocked oil channel may cause an oil leak

Front seat belt pretensioner tube may be damaged

Axle weld may break and flange detach

Front seat belt pretensioners may be damaged

Front passenger seat lacks occupancy detection sensor

Seat belt retractor may release child restraint early

Front seat track end stop bracket may deform

Owner's manual gives incorrect child seat anchor information

Front seat track bracket may deform

Rear lights may fail after exposure to bright light

Powertrain software may cause an engine stall

Exhaust downpipe fixings may be under-tightened

Front brake pipe may chafe and lose fluid

Wheel hub bolts may break and make vehicle unstable

Front axle tube may fracture and wheel may detach

Front axle tube may fracture

Seat belt mounting bracket may fail

Oil leak may reduce parking brake efficiency

Parking brake may become ineffective

Brake modulator may leak fluid

Front brake hose may be abraded by tyre

Front seat backrest may not latch

Engine flywheel may fracture

Battery hazardous-substance label is missing

Driveshaft nuts may loosen

Certification labels may show incorrect ratings

Window or sunroof switch may keep operating

Air conditioner auxiliary fuel tank may detach