2021 Land Rover Defender Vehicle Latch Anchor Recall (21V584)
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC · 7,027 vehicles · Reported July 29, 2021
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC is recalling 7,027 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." Incorrect child restraint information may result in a child seat being improperly secured, which can increase the risk of injury in a crash. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 21V584 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 21V584000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | N601 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | July 29, 2021 |
| Manufacturer | Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC |
| Vehicles | 2021 Land Rover Defender |
| Units affected | 7,027 |
| Component | Child Seat > Vehicle Latch Anchor |
| Safety risk | Incorrect child restraint information may result in a child seat being improperly secured, which can increase the risk of injury in a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2021 Land Rover Defender in recall 21V584?
The owner's manual incorrectly states that the third-row seating is equipped with LATCH child seat restraints with top tethers.
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."
Is it safe to drive a 2021 Defender with recall 21V584?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: Incorrect child restraint information may result in a child seat being improperly secured, which can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: Incorrect child restraint information may result in a child seat being improperly secured, which can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
NHTSA has not issued a do-not-drive or park-outside warning for this recall. Still, get the repair done as soon as it is available, and stop driving if you notice symptoms related to the vehicle latch anchor.
Which vehicles are included in recall 21V584?
Recall 21V584 covers 7,027 vehicles: 2021 Land Rover Defender.
NHTSA lists 7,027 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Land Rover | Defender |
What is the fix for the Defender vehicle latch anchor recall?
Yes. Land Rover will mail owners the correct information to insert into the owner's manual, free of charge.
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.
When was recall 21V584 announced?
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC reported recall 21V584 to NHTSA on July 29, 2021.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| July 29, 2021 | Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 21V584000. |
| September 23, 2021 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 63 months ago. If your Defender was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Defender is part of recall 21V584?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 21V584 is open on your Defender, it will be listed there.
Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup. It shows any open safety recall on your vehicle, including 21V584000. Your VIN is on the registration card, the insurance card, and the driver side of the dashboard where it meets the windshield. Recent recalls can take a few days to appear in the lookup.
What should Defender owners do about recall 21V584?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 21V584000 applies to your Defender.
- Call a Land Rover dealer and schedule the recall repair. Ask how long the repair takes and whether parts are in stock.
- Keep a copy of every repair order. Check that each one lists your complaint, the mileage, and the dates in and out.
- Keep a simple log of any vehicle latch anchor symptoms with dates and mileage. Video of a warning light or the problem happening is strong evidence.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the recall repair does not fix it, or the vehicle keeps going back for the same issue, talk to a lemon law attorney.
What are Defender owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 42 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 4 of them about the other equipment.
Too few NHTSA complaints about the other equipment have been filed since recall 21V584 was reported (4) to say whether the fix is holding.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 42 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 4 of them involve the other equipment. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2021 Land Rover Defender: 42 complaints in total, 4 about the other equipment
Examples of what owners have reported to NHTSA (unverified excerpts):
On or about August 7 or 8, my wife was driving our vehicle when it suddenly stalled and stopped running. Prior to this incident, we received a warning that the battery was low and that the vehicle needed to be started immediately. On August 9, I replaced the battery.
2021 Land Rover Defender owner, FL, NHTSA complaint 11682718, filed August 24, 2025
2 cracked windshields, car has only 15K miles- TONS of Defender owners on FB groups and forums same- some one 4th and 5th windshields- current wait to new ones from UK is 2-4 months. Land Rover knows these are defective and won'y admit/recall, just passing this off to customer.
2021 Land Rover Defender owner, FL, NHTSA complaint 11439152, filed November 3, 2021
Windshield has hairline and becomes 2 differnt hairlines after a small peeble hit it Now on my 3rd windshield it happened again another hailine crack that keeps growing Land rover does not want to be responsible…
2021 Land Rover Defender owner, CA, NHTSA complaint 11497834, filed December 17, 2022
Can recall 21V584 make my Defender a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
A recall by itself does not make a car a lemon. Under California's Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act, what matters is whether a defect covered by the warranty substantially impairs the vehicle's use, value or safety, and whether the manufacturer or its dealers fixed it within a reasonable number of attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).
What matters for a lemon law claim is not the recall label but whether the defect substantially impairs the 2021 Land Rover Defender and whether the dealer can fix it in a reasonable number of tries.
A remedy is available. Many vehicles are fixed on the first try. If the problem returns after the recall repair, or the 2021 Land Rover Defender has needed other repairs for the same defect, those visits count toward a lemon law claim.
For the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the Defender went in two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for the same defect, or spent more than 30 days in the shop (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Direct notice to the manufacturer is required for some of these. The presumption is a shortcut, not the only path to a claim.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 21V584
Is the 21V584000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my Defender is part of recall 21V584000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
What should I keep for a possible lemon law claim?
Keep every repair order, the recall owner letter, your purchase or lease contract, and notes on dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure each dealer visit is written up, even when the dealer says it cannot find a problem.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 21V584000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Land Rover. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.