Land Rover Freelander recalls

21 official safety recalls for the Land Rover Freelander 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

Heater circuit short circuit may cause a fire
Reported October 7, 2015Model years 2008DVSA recall R/2015/186429 vehicles affected
The PTC heater controller may short circuit, causing a flat battery or preventing the vehicle from starting. A hot or melted components smell may occur and, in extreme cases, a fire may develop, including while parked unattended. The PTC heater will be replaced with the latest design.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
FIRE MAY OCCUR
Defect
The controller circuit for the Positive Temperature Coefficient (PTC) Heater fitted to affected vehicles may short circuit. This normally results in flat battery but may also cause non starting Additionally the short circuit may cause a distinct smell from hot and/or melted components which in extreme circumstances may develop in to a fire. All of these symptoms can occur when the vehicle is in use or parked and unattended.
Remedy
On affected vehicles replace PTC with latest design version.
Passenger airbag may be disabled
Reported July 1, 2014Model years 2010–2015NHTSA campaign 14V39500040,551 vehicles affected
A component in the occupant classification system may fail and disable the front passenger airbag, or prevent it from deploying properly in a crash. Dealers will update the restraint control module software, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS
Defect
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 LR2 and 2012-2013 Range Rover Evoque vehicles. A component within the Occupant Classification System (OCS) Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may fail, resulting in the front seat passenger air bag being totally or partially disabled.
Consequence
In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, if the air bag is disabled, the air bag may not deploy or may not deploy properly, increasing the risk of injury to the front seat passenger.
Remedy
Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the Restraint Control Module software, free of charge. The recall began on August 30, 2014. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is P046.
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.safercar.gov.
Fuel return pipe connection may leak
Reported August 27, 2013Model years 2012–2013DVSA recall R/2013/09198,208 vehicles affected
Fuel may leak at the injector spill rail and plastic return pipe connection, pool on the engine or reach the road and create a skid risk. If it contacts hot engine parts, an under-bonnet fire could occur. The connection will be inspected and the spill rail replaced with a modified part if needed.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
FIRE MAY OCCUR
Defect
It is possible that a leak can occur between the injector spill rail connection and the plastic fuel return pipe. This can cause leakage of fuel which can either pool on the engine cylinder head and then become deposited onto the road surface where it could cause a skid risk to other motorist or if the fuel comes into contact with extremely hot engine components an exhaust manifold for instance it is possible that an under bonnet fire could ensue.
Remedy
Recall all affected vehicles inspect the fuel spill rail/return pipe and if required replace the spill rail with a new modified rail.
Rear brake caliper bolts may loosen
Reported December 6, 2012Model years 2012NHTSA campaign 12V56300070 vehicles affected
Loose rear brake caliper bolts could let a caliper detach, causing loss of brake function or striking a wheel and deflating a tyre. Either could increase crash risk. Dealers will inspect and tighten the bolts, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
Defect
Jaguar Land Rover is recalling certain model year 2012 LR2 and Range Rover Evoque vehicles manufactured on June 11, 2012. The rear brake caliper retaining bolts may be insufficiently torqued.
Consequence
Insufficiently torqued brake caliper bolts may result in the brake caliper detaching. A detached brake caliper may lead to a loss of brake function. Additonally, the caliper may strike a wheel resulting in the sudden deflation of a tire. Either situation may increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Jaguar Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the rear brake caliper retaining bolts, free of charge. The recall began on January 11, 2013. Owners may contact Jaguar Land Rover at 1-800-637-6837, Option 9.
Notes
Land Rover's campaign recall number is P029.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.safercar.gov.
Driver airbag may not deploy as intended
Reported November 12, 2010Model years 2010–2011NHTSA campaign 10V5810002,956 vehicles affected
The shorting bar in the steering column clock spring may disconnect when the driver's airbag connector is installed. The airbag may not deploy as intended or at all, increasing injury risk. Dealers will install a spacer in the airbag harness connector, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Defect
LAND ROVER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010-2011 LR2 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM NOVEMBER 12, 2009, THROUGH AUGUST 23, 2010. THE SHORTING BAR IN THE CLOCK SPRING MAY BECOME DISCONNECTED WHEN THE DRIVER'S AIR BAG MODULE CONNECTOR IS INSTALLED.
Consequence
THE DRIVER'S FRONTAL AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY AS INTENDED OR AT ALL AND THEREFORE WILL NOT BE ABLE TO PROPERLY PROTECT THE DRIVER, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A SPACER INTO THE DRIVER'S AIRBAG CLOCK SPRING HARNESS CONNECTOR. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE DECEMBER 13, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT LAND ROVER AT 800-637-6837.
Notes
LAND ROVER SAFETY RECALL NO. P116.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV>HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV</A> .
PTC heater short circuit may cause a fire
Reported December 23, 2008Model years 2007–2008DVSA recall R/2008/18728,924 vehicles affected
A short circuit in the PTC heater may drain the battery, cause a smell from hot or melted parts, or in the worst case cause a fire. The heater and condensation drain tube will be replaced with updated parts.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
FIRE MAY OCCUR
Defect
A short circuit may occur in the PTC heater which could result in the battery discharging a smell from hot/melted components or in the worst case fire.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the PTC heater and condensation drain tube with the latest specification components.
Supplementary cabin heater may short circuit
Reported October 2, 2008Model years 2007–2008DVSA recall R/2008/12528,871 vehicles affected
The supplementary cabin heater controller may short circuit, draining the battery and preventing the vehicle from starting. It may also overheat and, in extreme cases, cause a fire. Repairers will disable the heater until replacement parts are available.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
BOOSTER HEATER -POSSIBILITY THAT VEHICLE MAY CATCH FIRE
Defect
It has been identified that the controller circuit of the Positive Temperature Coefficient (PTC) the supplementary cabin heater may short circuit. This normally results in draining of the battery and a non start situation.Additionally the short circuit may lead to a distinct smell from hot/melted components which in extreme circumstances may develop into a fire. It is noted that all of the above symptoms can occur when the vehicle is in use or parked unattended.
Remedy
Authorised repairers will disable the PTC operation until such time as replacement parts of the latest specification become available.
Sunroof guide rail may fail and glass may detach
Reported April 7, 2008Model years 2006–2008DVSA recall R/2008/02411,169 vehicles affected
A guide rail may fail, causing the sunroof to bind or its glass panel to detach. Retention inserts will be fitted to both sides of the guide rails.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
SUNROOF MAY DETACH
Defect
Failure of either the left or right side guide rail could cause the sun roof to become detached from its operating mechanism and bind. In certain circumstances the glass panel can become detached.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to install retention inserts to both sides of the glass panel guide rails.
Sunroof guide rail may crack and detach
Reported February 5, 2008Model years 2008NHTSA campaign 08V05500012,353 vehicles affected
A guide rail bracket may crack, allowing plastic fragments to obstruct the sunroof. The roof could bind or detach from its mechanism, and the glass panel could come off the vehicle. Dealers will install retention inserts on both sides of the guide rails.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
Defect
LAND ROVER IS RECALLING 12,353 MY 2008 LR2 VEHICLES BUILT WITH A SUNROOF. FAILURE OF EITHER THE LEFT OR RIGHT HAND SIDE SUNROOF GUIDE RAIL CAN OCCUR WHEN THE SUNROOF IS OPERATED. EXCESSIVE STRESS CAN DEVELOP IN THE OVER-MOLDED BRACKET WHICH COULD LEAD TO CRACKING DURING NORMAL SUNROOF OPERATION. IF CRACKS OCCUR AND PROPAGATE IN A CERTAIN AREA OF THE GUIDE RAIL, FRAGMENTS OF THE PLASTIC OVER-MOLD MATERIAL MAY DETACH FROM THE GUIDE RAIL AND OBSTRUCT THE OPERATION OF THE SUNROOF.
Consequence
THE OBSTRUCTION COULD CAUSE THE SUNROOF, WHEN OPERATED, TO BIND, TWIST, AND POTENTIALLY DETACH FROM THE OPERATING MECHANISM. IF THE SUNROOF IS SUBSEQUENTLY CYCLED AND A VERTICAL FORCE APPLIED, I.E., A CUSTOMER MANUALLY AIDING THE ROOF TO CLOSE OR WIND LIFT, THE GLASS PANEL CAN BECOME FULLY DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL RETENTION INSERTS TO BOTH SIDES OF THE GLASS PANEL GUIDE RAILS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 29, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT LAND ROVER AT 1-800-637-6837.
Notes
LAND ROVER RECALL NO. P009.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Brake lights may stay on
Reported February 9, 2007Model years 2002–2005NHTSA campaign 07V04100033,247 vehicles affected
The brake lights may remain illuminated when the brake pedal is not pressed, and other warning lights may also come on. Incorrect brake light signals could contribute to a crash. Dealers will inspect brake lamp operation and adjust or replace the switch as needed, then replace it with a newly designed switch when available.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
Defect
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE BRAKE LIGHTS MAY REMAIN ILLUMINATED EVEN WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS NOT DEPRESSED. HILL DESCENT CONTROL (HDC), TRACTION CONTROL (TC) AND CRUISE CONTROL WARNING LIGHTS MAY ALSO BE ILLUMINATED.
Consequence
FAILURE TO PROVIDE THE PROPER SIGNAL WHEN BRAKING COULD LEAD TO A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE BRAKE LAMP OPERATION AND WHERE REQUIRED, ADJUST AND/OR REPLACE THE BRAKE LIGHT SWITCHES WITH NEW SWITCHES OF THE SAME DESIGN UNTIL A NEWLY DESIGNED BRAKE LAMP SWITCH IS AVAILABLE IN MAY 2007. OWNERS WILL THEN BE RE-NOTIFIED TO BRING THEIR VEHICLES IN FOR THE NEW BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH. AN INTERIM LETTER FOR THE INITIAL INSPECTION WAS MAILED ON MARCH 26, 2007. THE SECOND LETTER FOR REPLACEMENT OF THE SWITCHES WAS MAILED BEGINNING JULY 30, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT LAND ROVER AT 1-80-637-6837.
Notes
LAND ROVER RECALL NO. P004.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Rear child lock may allow door to open
Reported September 7, 2005Model years 2000–2005DVSA recall R/2005/0839,834 vehicles affected
If the outside handle is used while the left rear child lock is engaged, the door may still open from the inside handle. The locks will be inspected and replaced if defective.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
LEFT HAND REAR DOOR CHILD SAFETY LOCK LEVER MAY FAIL
Defect
Should the outer door handle of the left hand rear door be operated whilst the child lock is engaged this may permit the door to be opened by operation of the interior handle.
Remedy
Recalled vehicles will have the suspect locks inspected and replaced if found to be defective.
Child safety lock may not prevent door opening
Reported June 28, 2005Model years 2002–2005NHTSA campaign 05V3000001,941 vehicles affected
The interior door handle may open a door even when the child safety lever is on. An occupant could open the door while the vehicle is moving and fall into traffic, causing injury. Dealers will inspect and replace the latch assembly.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Defect
ON CERTAIN FIVE DOOR SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, IT IS POSSIBLE TO OPERATE THE INTERIOR DOOR HANDLE TO OPEN THE DOOR WHEN THE CHILD SAFETY LEVER IS IN THE "ON" POSITION.
Consequence
THE OCCUPANT MAY OPEN THE DOOR INADVERTENTLY WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION AND FALL OUT INTO THE TRAFFIC, PERSONAL INJURIES COULD OCCUR.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE LATCH ASSEMBLY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 8, 2005. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT LAND ROVER AT 1-800-637-6837.
Notes
LAND ROVER RECALL NO.B011.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Rear subframe fixing may be missing
Reported January 12, 2005Model years 2003DVSA recall R/2004/165129 vehicles affected
An incorrectly sized weld nut may prevent a subframe fixing bolt from being installed. Without the bolt, the subframe could crack or deform, potentially making the vehicle unstable. The fix is to inspect the fixing and clamping; if incorrect, repair the body panel with a new weld nut.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
INCORRECT NUT INSTALLED INTO REAR SUBFRAME
Defect
M12 weld nuts has been incorrectly installed by a body panel supplier into the rear subframe mountings instead of the correct M14 weld nuts. A bolt that locates the frame to the body did not fit into this nut and was not installed at the vehicle assembly plant. Lack of this bolt could eventually cause the subframe to crack and become deformed. A deformed subframe could potentially lead to instability of the vehicle.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that may be affected and inspect the subframe fixing for fitment and correct clamping. If an incorrect subframe fixing is identified the subframe will be removed and the body panel will be repaired with a new weld nut.
Passenger airbag deflector panel may break
Reported November 4, 2004Model years 2004DVSA recall R/2004/184610 vehicles affected
A deflector panel that does not meet specifications may lose structural integrity during airbag deployment, damaging the airbag and releasing a fragment into the passenger compartment. The defective component will be replaced with a quality-assured one.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
INCORRECT MANUFACTURER OF THE PASSENGER AIRBAG
Defect
The deflector panel contained in the passenger side air-bag module may not have been manufactured to the correct specification. This may result in unsatisfactory performance of the deflector panel's structural integrity during air bag deployment. This could result in damage of the air bag that could allow the release of a fragment of the deflector panel into the passenger compartment.
Remedy
Recall the affected vehicles and replace the defective component with a quality assured one.
Subframe may crack or deform
Reported October 7, 2004Model years 2003NHTSA campaign 04V4890004 vehicles affected
An incorrectly installed weld nut may leave out a bolt, eventually causing the subframe to crack or deform. This could make the vehicle unstable and lead to a crash. Dealers will inspect the subframe fixing and, if needed, replace the subframe.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Defect
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, AN INCORRECT WELD NUT WAS INSTALLED. LACK OF THIS BOLT COULD EVENTUALLY CAUSE THE SUBFRAME TO CRACK OR BECOME DEFORMED.
Consequence
A CRACKED OR DEFORMED SUBFRAME COULD POTENTIALLY LEAD TO INSTABILITY OF THE VEHICLE, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLE TO SEE IF THE SUBFRAME FIXING IS CORRECTLY FITTED AND CLAMPED UP. IF NECESSARY, THE SUBFRAME WILL BE REPLACED WITH A NEW ONE THAT HAS CORRECT WELD NUTS. THE MANUFACTURER HAS NOT YET PROVIDED AN OWNER NOTIFICATION SCHEDULE. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT LAND ROVER AT 1-800-637-6837.
Notes
LAND ROVER RECALL NO. B175.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Rear door child lock may disengage
Reported August 11, 2004Model years 2002DVSA recall R/2004/0763,090 vehicles affected
Repeatedly operating the left rear door with its child lock engaged may cause the lock to disengage, allowing the door to open from inside. The remedy is to replace the door lock.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
POSSIBILITY OF THE LEFT HAND CHILD LOCK DISENGAGING
Defect
It has been identified that if the left hand rear door is repeatedly operated with the child lock engaged disengagement of the lock can occur. This will allow the door to be opened from the inside when it is believed to be locked. This is due to the incorrect setting of the hot melt riveting machine.
Remedy
Recall all the affected vehicles and replace the left hand rear door lock with a quality assured component.
A-pillar trim may not meet impact requirements
Reported July 12, 2004Model years 2002–2004NHTSA campaign 04V34700031,049 vehicles affected
The A-pillar trim does not meet the head impact requirements, which may lead to occupant injury in a crash. Dealers will replace it with a revised component.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
Defect
CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 201, "OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN INTERIOR IMPACT." DURING TESTING, THE FREE MOTION HEAD FORM REGISTERED A MEASUREMENT MARGINALLY ABOVE THE PERMITTED 1000 HEAD IMPACT CRITERIA. AT THE LEFT AND RIGHT HAND A-PILLAR TRIM AREA.
Consequence
IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, PERSONAL INJURY TO OCCUPANTS MAY OCCUR.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE A-PILLAR TRIM WITH A REVISED COMPONENT THAT ENABLES THE VEHICLE TO FULLY MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS 201. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 6, 2005. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT LAND ROVER AT 1-800-637-6837.
Notes
LAND ROVER RECALL NO. B176.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Left rear child door lock may disengage
Reported May 5, 2004Model years 2003NHTSA campaign 04V2070003,194 vehicles affected
The left rear child door lock may disengage, allowing a child to open the door while the vehicle is moving and increasing the risk of injury. Dealers will replace the left rear latch.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Defect
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE CHILD DOOR LOCK ON THE LEFT HAND REAR DOOR CAN BECOME DISENGAGED.
Consequence
THIS COULD LEAD TO A CHILD BEING ABLE TO OPEN A REAR DOOR WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LEFT HAND REAR LATCH. THE RECALL BEGAN DECEMBER 4, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT LAND ROVER AT 1-800-637-6837.
Notes
LAND ROVER RECALL NO. B163. CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Passenger airbag deflector may release a fragment
Reported January 28, 2004Model years 2005NHTSA campaign 04V5100004 vehicles affected
A deflector panel in the passenger airbag module may be out of specification. Airbag damage could release a fragment into the passenger compartment and injure an occupant. Dealers have replaced the affected passenger airbag modules.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS
Defect
CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208, 'OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION.' THE DEFLECTOR PANEL CONTAINED IN THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG MODULE MAY NOT HAVE BEEN BUILT TO SPECIFICATION.
Consequence
DAMAGE TO THE AIR BAG MAY OCCUR THAT COULD ALLOW THE RELEASE OF A FRAGMENT OF THE DEFLECTOR PANEL INTO THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT, INJURING THE SEAT OCCUPANT.
Remedy
DEALERS HAVE REPLACED THE PASSENGER AIR BAG MODULES IN ALL THE AFFECTED VEHICLES.
Notes
LAND ROVER RECALL NO. B186. CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Diagnostic connector may lack a required ground
Reported November 5, 2002Model years 2000–2002DVSA recall R/2002/04122,624 vehicles affected
The diagnostic connector may lack a ground at pin 5, which some scan tools expect and which is required for the stated vehicle standards. A pin will be fitted at position 5 and connected to an existing earth point.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
DIAGNOSTIC CONNECTOR CONCERN.
Defect
When some scan tools are connected to the diagnostic connector on the vehicle they expect to see a vehicle ground on pin 5 of the diagnostic connector. Pin 5 of the diagnostic connector has no wire in place to supply a ground point. It is a legal requirement in NAS and for EOBD certified vehicles in the EU to have a vehicle ground in pin 5.
Remedy
Recall affected vehicles and fit a pin to position 5 on the diagnostic connector and splice to the existing earth point.
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.

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.

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Heater circuit short circuit may cause a fire

Passenger airbag may be disabled

Fuel return pipe connection may leak

Rear brake caliper bolts may loosen

Driver airbag may not deploy as intended

PTC heater short circuit may cause a fire

Supplementary cabin heater may short circuit

Sunroof guide rail may fail and glass may detach

Sunroof guide rail may crack and detach

Brake lights may stay on

Rear child lock may allow door to open

Child safety lock may not prevent door opening

Rear subframe fixing may be missing

Passenger airbag deflector panel may break

Subframe may crack or deform

Rear door child lock may disengage

A-pillar trim may not meet impact requirements

Left rear child door lock may disengage

Passenger airbag deflector may release a fragment

Diagnostic connector may lack a required ground

Front seat backrest may not latch