Land Rover Defender reliability

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.

Fix: Vehicles will have dynamic mode disabled.

Recalled models: DEFENDER · 20 vehicles

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.

Fix: Replace the oil filter housing complete with filter and associated O-rings.

Recalled models: DEFENDER · 599 vehicles

On affected vehicles converted by JLR Classic Works the brake pipes may have been incorrectly assembled to the brake modulator.

Fix: Vehicles will have the brake pipe routing inspected and corrected if necessary.

Recalled models: DEFENDER · 6 vehicles

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.

Fix: A fuel leak in this area could result in fuel spill onto hot engine components which may result in a fire.

Recalled models: DEFENDER

For affected vehicles the manufacturer has developed a software enhancement to further increase vehicle security.

Fix: The software enhancement will deploy this update and reduce the theft risk.

Recalled models: DEFENDER · 15,408 vehicles

For affected vehicles the manufacturer has developed a software enhancement to further increase vehicle security.

Fix: The software enhancement will deploy this update and reduce the theft risk.

Recalled models: DEFENDER · 47,815 vehicles

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.

Fix: Software update to the Powertrain control module.

Recalled models: DEFENDER · 770 vehicles

Front axle casing may fail causing the suspension to collapse.

Fix: 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.

Recalled models: DEFENDER · 9,923 vehicles

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.

Fix: 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.

Recalled models: DEFENDER 130 · 318 vehicles

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.

Fix: 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.

Recalled models: DEFENDER · 499 vehicles

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.

Fix: Affected vehicles will have the engine coolant elbow replaced. In addition a turbocharger feed coolant pipe will be replaced.

Recalled models: DEFENDER · 18,151 vehicles

Damaged front seat belt pretensioner tube may have been installed on the seat belt retractor.

Fix: Inspect the seat belt pretensioner tube for damage and if damage is identified the seat belt retractor will be replaced.

Recalled models: DEFENDER · 2,981 vehicles

The front passenger seats were manufactured without the Occupancy Detection Sensor system (ODS) installed.

Fix: Fit the occupant detection sensor to the front passenger seat.

Recalled models: DEFENDER · 509 vehicles

The front seat track end stop bracket may become deformed.

Fix: Replace the front seat tracks with a modified part.

Recalled models: DEFENDER 90 · 1,025 vehicles

The fixings connecting the exhaust downpipe to the catalytic converter may not have been tightened to the specified torque value.

Fix: 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.

Recalled models: DEFENDER · 4,002 vehicles

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.

Fix: 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.

Recalled models: DEFENDER · 1,178 vehicles

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.

Fix: 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.

Recalled models: DEFENDER · 1,166 vehicles

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.

Fix: Recall all affected vehicles and fit additional brackets to hold the hub/tube assembly in place should the tube fracture.

Recalled models: DEFENDER · 2,666 vehicles

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.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles and replace the seat belt mounting brackets.

Recalled models: DEFENDER · 6,136 vehicles

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.

Fix: Recall all affected vehicles for the cleaning and resealing of the drive flange to output shaft plus the replacement of any contaminated brake linings.

Recalled models: DEFENDER · 23,175 vehicles

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.

Fix: 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.

Recalled models: DEFENDER · 5,003 vehicles

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.

Fix: Recall all potentially affected vehicles and fit stronger valve covers to the brake modulator.

Recalled models: DEFENDER · 59,616 vehicles

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.

Fix: 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.

Recalled models: DEFENDER · 14,727 vehicles

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.

Fix: 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.

Recalled models: DEFENDER · 4,368 vehicles

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.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles for the fitment of quality assured parts.

Recalled models: DEFENDER · 12,965 vehicles