LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER, RANGE ROVER SPORT, RANGE ROVER VELAR, DEFENDER 2017–2023 recall
REC-005649 · campaign N785 · published 2023-04-19 · 81 units · more LAND ROVER
The defect
Due to a manufacturing defect, under certain conditions the engine may rapidly overheat and subsequently rupture the engine mounted plastic elbow in the cooling system. This could cause a coolant leak and may result in an engine compartment fire. Note: If the engine overheats, the engine temperature (red) warning lamp may illuminate.
The hazard
If the engine overheats it may result in an engine compartment fire increasing the risk of an accident, serious injury or death to vehicle occupants and other road users.
What owners should do
Owners will be notified and instructed to take their vehicle to an approved Jaguar Land Rover repairer to have the work carried out as soon as possible, free of charge.
Check if your VIN is affected: official VIN list