2024 LAND ROVER DEFENDER

6 recalls, 43 complaints - 66 TSBs

26V389000 Jun 12, 2026
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Defect Description
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 driver’s 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 driver’s 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.
250,857 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC
26V248000 Apr 17, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:DC/DC CONVERTER
Defect Description
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 R... Read more
Consequence
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
The remedy for this recall is currently under development. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed June 17, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 800-637-6837. Land Rover's numbers for this reca... Read more
170,169 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC
25V016000 Jan 16, 2025
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:VIDEO (TOUCH)SCREEN/MONITOR/UNIT
Defect Description
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, ... Read more
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.
28,370 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC
24E102000 Dec 6, 2024
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
Defect Description
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Land Rover Defender vehicles equipped with Raised Air Intake (RAI) aftermarket accessory equipment, with part number VPLEP0543. The raised air intake may not be secured properly, which can allow the intake to detach fr... Read more
Consequence
A detached raised air intake can fall off the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect, and if necessary, remove and reinstall the RAI accessory, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed February 20, 2025. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N964.
485 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC
24V678000 Sep 12, 2024
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Defect Description
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 rearvie... Read more
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.
180 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC
24V450000 Jun 17, 2024
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:FILTER/SCREEN
Defect Description
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.
2,013 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC

Complaint Statistics

43 total complaints 2 fires 1 injuries

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
ENGINE10
POWER TRAIN5
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM5
AIR BAGS3
VISIBILITY/WIPER2
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING2
BACK OVER PREVENTION2
STEERING2
UNKNOWN OR OTHER2
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM2
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Aug 25, 2026
Incident date: Aug 25, 2026
The contact owns a 2024 Land Rover Defender. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V248000 (Electrical System). The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were on backorder. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The contac... Read more
AIR BAGS Aug 14, 2026
Incident date: Aug 14, 2026
On August 14, 2026, at approximately 12:15 p.m., I arrived at Land Rover Mission Viejo for a scheduled appointment to complete Safety Recall D120, Driver's Airbag Potential Non-Deployment. No service attendant greeted or checked me in. When I approached an attendant, the attendant said they could no... Read more
POWER TRAIN Aug 11, 2026
Incident date: Jun 6, 2026
The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-350 SD. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact became aware that the transmission was slipping. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with torque converter failur... Read more
SUSPENSION Jul 31, 2026
Incident date: Jul 20, 2026
My vehicle is around 40,000 miles. The rear shocks have rusted, leaked, and collapsed. This seems to be due to a manufacturing defect. It makes driving long distances on uneven terrain very unsafe. A vehicle’s suspension should not fail this completely in such a short amount of time.
STEERING Jul 31, 2026
Incident date: Jul 20, 2026
The contact owned a 2024 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20 MPH, black smoke was coming from the exhaust, and the husband smelled an abnormal burning odor entering the cabin of the vehicle. The contact pulled over to the shoulder of the road, and a fire started com... Read more
Fire 1 injured
ENGINE Jun 28, 2026
Incident date: Jun 17, 2026
I went to start my Wrangler 4XE today and had a "Service Charging System" error. The gas part of the Jeep was running, so I proceeded to drive it. I noticed when I came to a stop, the car would not accelerate, then when it did it was violent and bucking. At a stop light it sounded like it was going ... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Jun 17, 2026
Incident date: Jan 1, 2025
On June 15th 2026, I was at a red light and the Auto Start-Stop feature shut off the engine. When light turned green, my car lost power and started rolling downhill. During this rolling downhill, the brakes stopped working, I was unable to engage parking brake, and I wasn't able to do anything excep... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Jun 17, 2026
Incident date: Jan 1, 2025
On June 15th 2026, I was at a red light and the Auto Start-Stop feature shut off the engine. When light turned green, my car lost power and started rolling downhill. During this rolling downhill, the brakes stopped working, I was unable to engage parking brake, and I wasn't able to do anything excep... Read more
POWER TRAIN Jun 8, 2026
Incident date: Apr 15, 2026
Intermittent delayed upshifts with slipping sensation, most noticeable between 1st and 2nd gear under light throttle. Occurs approximately 3–4 times per week. Condition has been present since approximately 5,000 miles. Dealer has documented two repair visits and written 'drives normal' on both rep... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES May 7, 2026
Incident date: Apr 23, 2026
I was trying to stop at a light and the brakes wouldn't work. I almost crashed into the car in front of me but I had to step on it really hard to stop. Then the brakes were stiff and it was hard to stop. I brought it to a Chevy dealer yesterday and they said the vacuum pump exploded and pieces were ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM May 7, 2026
Incident date: Apr 23, 2026
Replaced battery 3 times. Believe this car has the parasitic battery issue. Attached on of the bills. Looking for the other 2.
ENGINE Apr 15, 2026
Incident date: Apr 14, 2026
Known coolant intrusion, blowing white smoke, blown head gasket
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Apr 15, 2026
Incident date: Apr 14, 2026
Pulling out in front of High Speed Traffic, Engine went into Safe Mode with Check Engine Light. Fortunately a car at high speed avoided rear ending my car. Upon evaluation, DTC Code P0303 (Cylinder 3 - Misfire) was present. Coils and Spark Plugs were changed but car was still misfiring. Honda has a... Read more
ENGINE Apr 15, 2026
Incident date: Apr 14, 2026
Pulling out in front of High Speed Traffic, Engine went into Safe Mode with Check Engine Light. Fortunately a car at high speed avoided rear ending my car. Upon evaluation, DTC Code P0303 (Cylinder 3 - Misfire) was present. Coils and Spark Plugs were changed but car was still misfiring. Honda has a... Read more
EQUIPMENT Apr 7, 2026
Incident date: Mar 21, 2026
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was shuddering, jerking, and hesitating to accelerate as needed. The vehicle then stalled. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who determined that there w... Read more
SEATS Feb 13, 2026
Incident date: Feb 3, 2026
The truck has two issues that may be related. The third brake light leaks water. they tried to fix it, it happened again. The leaks have ruined my upholstery of the back seats. They have an extended warranty for this but it should be a recall. I believe the leak also is effecting my push button... Read more
BACK OVER PREVENTION Feb 5, 2026
Incident date: Jan 17, 2026
The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Journey. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V552000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the rear-view camera displayed a black image intermittently while in reverse(R... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER Feb 5, 2026
Incident date: Jan 17, 2026
Turn Signals, Speed Control Radio Functions, Windsheild Wipers STOPPED WORKING! It effects people in front ,back or side knowing what I am doing so they can react like turning in any direction , My vision is blocked during rain or snow and will cause an accident harming me or others . ' No warning l... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Feb 5, 2026
Incident date: Jan 17, 2026
Turn Signals, Speed Control Radio Functions, Windsheild Wipers STOPPED WORKING! It effects people in front ,back or side knowing what I am doing so they can react like turning in any direction , My vision is blocked during rain or snow and will cause an accident harming me or others . ' No warning l... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Feb 1, 2026
Incident date: Sep 3, 2025
To Whom It May Concern, I am submitting a vehicle safety defect complaint regarding my 2020 Acura RDX. The rear window of my vehicle suddenly shattered without any impact, collision, road debris, or external force. At the time of the incident, the vehicle was stationary. There was no warning or vi... Read more
ENGINE Jan 29, 2026
Incident date: Jan 28, 2026
The contact owns a 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4XE. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 25V710000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) and 25V766000 (ENGINE); however, parts to do the recall repair were not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had e... Read more
ENGINE Jan 29, 2026
Incident date: Jan 28, 2026
My truck passed the recall PICO test right at 20,000 miles. The dealer put thicker 0w40 oil in. Less than 2,000 miles later, upon hard acceleration from 5-8mph, the engine climbed to 58mph then lost power, shifted itself into Neutral and coasted to the side of road. Truck was towed and told the e... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jan 29, 2026
Incident date: Jan 28, 2026
The contact owns a 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4XE. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 25V710000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) and 25V766000 (ENGINE); however, parts to do the recall repair were not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had e... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Aug 4, 2025
Incident date: Aug 4, 2025
The contact owns a 2020 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving with cruise control mode set at 55 MPH, the vehicle independently accelerated to 98 MPH, and then the vehicle lost motive power. Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle had failed to turn off upon pressing the E... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Jul 20, 2025
Incident date: Jul 19, 2025
I have taken my Hyundai Santa Fe 2022 PHEV under warranty for a fix of being in reverse, the function not working, the car revs aggressively not in gear and then put it in park and the car aggressively jolts forward in park like a hard gear change. Hyundai replaced pcm and said it was fine. I took c... Read more
ENGINE Mar 31, 2025
Incident date: Mar 29, 2025
Hello, I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to follow up on an ongoing issue with my vehicle related to the recall 21B10. I recently purchased a 2018 F150 in November 2024, and I’ve encountered significant problems with the vehicle that I believe are tied to the recall. Specifically,... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Mar 31, 2025
Incident date: Mar 29, 2025
Hello, I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to follow up on an ongoing issue with my vehicle related to the recall 21B10. I recently purchased a 2018 F150 in November 2024, and I’ve encountered significant problems with the vehicle that I believe are tied to the recall. Specifically,... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Mar 18, 2025
Incident date: Aug 1, 2024
The contact owns a 2025 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power in the middle of the road. The contact stated that after opening and closing the door, the vehicle was able to restart. After restarting the vehicle, the ve... Read more
LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING Mar 18, 2025
Incident date: Aug 1, 2024
ON THREE OCCAISIONS, THE DRIVER SAFETY ASSIST SYSTEM SHUT OFF. EACH TIME THERE WERE NO OBSTRUCTION IN RADAR AND THE DAY WAS NOT A HOT DAY. THE AUTO ASSIT CRUISE CONTROL SHUT DOWN TO. SHUTTING THE CAR OFF SEEMED TO RESET. I WAS UNAWARE BY PRESSING THE MAIN SWITH ON STEERING WHEEL WILL RESET THE SYST... Read more
ENGINE Nov 12, 2024
Incident date: Nov 11, 2024
At approximately 70,000 miles, vehicle transmission failed after intermittently falling to go into reverse and transmission warning system shifting vehicle down while driving. Rebuild parts not available from manufacturer, replaced transmission with used part. Immediately after putting car back in... Read more
POWER TRAIN Nov 12, 2024
Incident date: Nov 11, 2024
I sent my Crosstrek to the dealer for the WRE21 recall. After retrieving the car from the dealership with the recall fix in place, the engine stalled while I was at a red light and I could see smoke coming out from the hood. This occurred after driving less than 4 miles from the dealership. I ... Read more
Fire
POWER TRAIN Nov 8, 2024
Incident date: Nov 2, 2024
The contact owns a 2016 Jeep Compass. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. While driving uphill, the vehicle was chugging. The vehicle was difficult to shift into gear. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who test-drove the vehicle and re... Read more
ENGINE Nov 8, 2024
Incident date: Nov 2, 2024
My truck, a 2017 Ford F-150 3.5L Ecoboost, started making a very loud rattling noise every time I started the engine in the morning. After doing some research online, it became apparent that the issue was due to my VCT (Variable Camshaft Timing). VCT is a FORD DEVELOPED technology that supposedly im... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Nov 8, 2024
Incident date: Nov 2, 2024
The contact owns a 2016 Jeep Compass. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. While driving uphill, the vehicle was chugging. The vehicle was difficult to shift into gear. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who test-drove the vehicle and re... Read more
ENGINE Oct 30, 2024
Incident date: Aug 15, 2024
While sitting at an idle my car killed. Tried to restart and it sounded like the starter was spinning. Trailered it to a garage and was told the engine had no compression on any of the cylinders. Garage told me the wet belt most likely snapped and wrecked the engine! Car has approximately 170,000.... Read more
AIR BAGS Jun 17, 2024
Incident date: Apr 9, 2024
The contact owns a 2016 GMC Acadia. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V334000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for ... Read more
STEERING Jun 17, 2024
Incident date: Apr 9, 2024
Update to Complaint 11594199 filed on June 13, 2024 While driving the vehicle to the Ram dealership the power steering went out again and stayed out until I arrived at the dealership. I received a call today from the service department advising that the entire power steering rack has to be replace... Read more
BACK OVER PREVENTION Jun 17, 2024
Incident date: Apr 9, 2024
The contact owns a 2022 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while in reverse, the display screen failed to display an image, but displayed a blue screen. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the camera wiring harness might need to be replaced. In addition,... Read more
POWER TRAIN Mar 27, 2024
Incident date: Mar 13, 2024
Drove it one day and it was fine, then next day I went on my lunch break and it lost power, I pull in a parking lot put it park then tried to pull it in reverse and it would only go into neutral. After a couple times it have went into reverse but found out the transmission has to be replaced. Only 1... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Mar 27, 2024
Incident date: Mar 13, 2024
The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid. The contact stated while operating the vehicle, the dashboard warning lights had suddenly activated and the vehicle went into LIMP Mode causing the vehicle to decelerate. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer on several occasions and the NOx sensor,... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER Mar 27, 2024
Incident date: Mar 13, 2024
Windshield. The Jaguar 2017 F Pace windshield is very fragile. While driving down [XXX] on multiple occasions, a pebble has hit my window and caused a huge crack. On the most recent occurrence the pebble was still in my window shield after returning home. I was traveling around 70 to 75 mph when t... Read more
AIR BAGS Dec 26, 2023
Incident date: Dec 26, 2023
When I am driving, my passenger sometimes does not trigger the airbag to activate. Depending on how they are sitting, many times the passenger airbag is set to "off" because it can not detect a passenger. The Rivian service center has investigated and mentioned there is no problem and that the passe... Read more
ENGINE Nov 29, 2023
Incident date: Nov 29, 2023
Last year before my 100,000 mile warranty was up, my vehicles engine light and oil light came on. This was following an oil change which was approximately 3000 in. I checked the oil to find out there was no oil. After adding oil, I took it to the Kia dealership and was told the place who changed the... Read more

Technical Service Bulletins, 2024 LAND ROVER DEFENDER

66 manufacturer communications from 42 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT15
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM13
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING7
100000 POWER TRAIN5
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING3
160000 STRUCTURE3
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM2
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE2
SFCC_MAR2024_72 Mar 22, 2024
143110 AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:STATUS INDICATOR LAMP/LIGHT
A Customer may complain of an SRS system warning message being displayed on the instrument panel.
SFCC_MAR2024_58 Mar 22, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Radio presets clear after ignition cycle. Sirius XM favorites do not store.
SFCC_MAR2024_72 Mar 22, 2024
140000 AIR BAGS
A Customer may complain of an SRS system warning message being displayed on the instrument panel.
SFCC_MAR2024_71 Mar 22, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
A customer may report that the vehicle loses steering power assist after starting the vehicle from static.
SFCC_MAR2024_71 Mar 22, 2024
015000 STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
A customer may report that the vehicle loses steering power assist after starting the vehicle from static.
SFCC_MAR2024_58 Mar 22, 2024
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Radio presets clear after ignition cycle. Sirius XM favorites do not store.
SFCC_FEB2024_32 Feb 9, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
Lane Assistance Not Available warning present on Instrument cluster. Lane Keep assist function not possible.
SFCC_DEC2023_37 Dec 20, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
JLR Retailers have reported visible corrosion around the outlet of the exhaust tailpipe prior to PDI
SFCC_DEC2023_37 Dec 20, 2023
062300 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS
JLR Retailers have reported visible corrosion around the outlet of the exhaust tailpipe prior to PDI
SFCC_DEC2023_37 Dec 20, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
JLR Retailers have reported visible corrosion around the outlet of the exhaust tailpipe prior to PDI
S014SOTA4.1.1v3 Dec 7, 2023
046000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK
Enhancements to the following systems: Wireless Device Charger, High Voltage (HV) Battery Charge Control, Sound System, ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System), Belt Integrated Starter PHEVs, Rear Camera for cars without 360 view.
S014SOTA4.1.1v3 Dec 7, 2023
284100 BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Enhancements to the following systems: Wireless Device Charger, High Voltage (HV) Battery Charge Control, Sound System, ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System), Belt Integrated Starter PHEVs, Rear Camera for cars without 360 view.
S014SOTA4.1.1v3 Dec 7, 2023
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
Enhancements to the following systems: Wireless Device Charger, High Voltage (HV) Battery Charge Control, Sound System, ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System), Belt Integrated Starter PHEVs, Rear Camera for cars without 360 view.
S014SOTA4.1.1v3 Dec 7, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Enhancements to the following systems: Wireless Device Charger, High Voltage (HV) Battery Charge Control, Sound System, ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System), Belt Integrated Starter PHEVs, Rear Camera for cars without 360 view.
S014SOTA4.1.1v3 Dec 7, 2023
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Enhancements to the following systems: Wireless Device Charger, High Voltage (HV) Battery Charge Control, Sound System, ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System), Belt Integrated Starter PHEVs, Rear Camera for cars without 360 view.
N846v2 Nov 22, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Belt Integrated Starter Generator (BISG) Charging Inoperative on First Startup
SFCC_NOV2023_29 Nov 10, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Customer states unable to activate or log into InControl
SFCC_NOV2023_6 Nov 10, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
DTC repair - LKA systems
SFCC_NOV2023_30 Nov 10, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Startup battery keeps draining / Vehicle will not start
SFCC_NOV2023_33 Nov 10, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
JLR Retailers have reported visible corrosion around the outlet of the exhaust tailpipe prior to PDI
N846 Nov 9, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Belt Integrated Starter Generator (BISG) Charging Inoperative on First Startup
SSM75779 Nov 1, 2023
010000 STEERING
Clicking/Ticking Noise from Front Axle While Turning Left or Right and Full Lock at Low Speeds
SSM76106 Nov 1, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Exhaust Tailpipe Corrosion
SSM76106ATT Nov 1, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Exhaust Tailpipe Corrosion
SSM76104 Oct 20, 2023
010000 STEERING
No Power Steering Assistance at Start of Drive Cycle a?? ADAS Warning
SSM76096 Oct 19, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Front Suspension Rattle/Knock Noise when Driving on Rough or Broken Road Surfaces
SFCC_OCT2023_47 Oct 16, 2023
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
The headlamps not fully functioning properly after module replacement.
SFCC_OCT2023_50 Oct 16, 2023
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
There is moisture inside the headlamp lens
SSM76075ATT Oct 11, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Cooling Fan Inoperable / Malfunction
SSM76075 Oct 11, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Cooling Fan Inoperable / Malfunction
UPS4323-2 Oct 3, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Misplaced Structural Sealant
UPS4323-2 Oct 3, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
Misplaced Structural Sealant
SSM75814 Sep 29, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Weather and Park & Pay Apps disappear after PIVI update
SSM75814 Sep 29, 2023
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Weather and Park & Pay Apps disappear after PIVI update
WACCSEP23_6 Sep 26, 2023
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Battery low warning displayed on instrument cluster and/or no-start
WACCSEP23_6 Sep 26, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Battery low warning displayed on instrument cluster and/or no-start
SFCC_SEP2023_37 Sep 22, 2023
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
Customer reports coolant level low message on dash or a coolant leak.
SFCC_SEP2023_37 Sep 22, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
Customer reports coolant level low message on dash or a coolant leak.
S012 SOTAOS4.1.0 Sep 20, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Driving Assistance and Vehicle Dynamics updates
SSM76087 Sep 19, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Network Integrity Test (NIT) is failing to complete on any 24 MY vehicle using TOPIx Cloud
SSM75869 Sep 12, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Coolant Low Warning Message Displayed On The Instrument Panel Cluster
SSM75848 Sep 12, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Pivi - Loss of GPS location and clock time
SSM75848 Sep 12, 2023
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
Pivi - Loss of GPS location and clock time
SSM75848ATT Sep 12, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Pivi - Loss of GPS location and clock time
SSM75848ATT Sep 12, 2023
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
Pivi - Loss of GPS location and clock time
SSM75869 Sep 12, 2023
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Coolant Low Warning Message Displayed On The Instrument Panel Cluster
SSM76058 Sep 12, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine Cooling Fan Intermittent Operation
SSM76076 Sep 5, 2023
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Front Headlamp Washer Jet Leaking / Rear Camera Washer Jet Leaking
SSM76075 Aug 31, 2023
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
Cooling Fan Inoperable / Malfu
SSM76075 Aug 31, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Cooling Fan Inoperable / Malfu
SSM75939 Aug 22, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
PDC Park distance control no volume
SSM75939 Aug 22, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PDC Park distance control no volume
SSM75939 Aug 22, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
PDC Park distance control no volume
SSM75939 Aug 22, 2023
118510 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:PARKING ASSIST:SOFTWARE
PDC Park distance control no volume
SSM76049-2ATT Aug 15, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
Noisy Rear Drive Shaft Assembly
SSM76049-2 Aug 15, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
Noisy Rear Drive Shaft Assembly
JLRTB02052NAS3 Aug 7, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
REAR DOORS DIFFICULT TO OPEN
JLRTB02052NAS3 Aug 7, 2023
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
REAR DOORS DIFFICULT TO OPEN
SSM76049 Aug 2, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
Noisy Rear Drive Shaft Assembly
SSM76049ATT Aug 2, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
Noisy Rear Drive Shaft Assembly
SSM75934 Jul 24, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine Noise
SSM76042 Jul 21, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Wind/Tapping Noise from the Exterior A-Pillar/Windshield Area at Motorway Speeds
SSM76042 Jul 21, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
Wind/Tapping Noise from the Exterior A-Pillar/Windshield Area at Motorway Speeds
SSM75999 Jul 10, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Startup Battery Reduced State of Charge
SSM76016 Jul 6, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
LACK/LOSS OF POWER
SSM76016 Jul 6, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
LACK/LOSS OF POWER

NHTSA Safety Investigations, LAND ROVER DEFENDER

Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.

PE25019 Opened: Dec 11, 2025
PE, Open , Model Year: 2024
Rear Seat Belt Stitching Failure and Detachment
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received 1 complaint stating that a rear row seat belt became detached in a model year (MY) 2024 Land Rover Defender.Photos of the seat belt received with the complaint show that the stitching of the webbing of the seat belt appears to have not been prop... Read more

LAND ROVER DEFENDER - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the LAND ROVER DEFENDER across all model years (1992, 2026).

47 Total Recalls
398 Total Complaints
1 Investigations
8 Reported Crashes
8 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

LAND ROVER DEFENDER - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
2026 3 6 View
2025 2 17 View
2024 (current) 6 43
2023 9 108 View
2022 6 93 View
2021 9 44 View
2020 7 74 View
2003 0 3 View
2002 0 4 View
2001 0 1 View
1999 0 1 View
1995 2 1 View
1994 1 0 View
1993 1 2 View
1992 1 0 View
1990 0 1 View

Other LAND ROVER Models

Model Recalls Complaints
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RANGE ROVER 439 1,322 View
DISCOVERY 362 748 View
DISCOVERY SPORT 276 250 View
RANGE ROVER EVOQUE 48 548 View
RANGE ROVER SPORT PHEV 40 0 View
DISCOVERY II 32 281 View