Land Rover Defender Recalls (2021-2026)

What recalls does the Land Rover Defender have?

• 2024 Land Rover Defender Seat Belt Stitching Recall (26V615)
  September 24, 2026 · 371 vehicles · Seat Belts

  The second-row seat belt may be improperly stitched.

  Risk: An improperly stitched seat belt may fail to properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect the second-row seat belt serial number, and replace the seat belt, as necessary, free of charge.

• 2021-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Dc and Dc Converter Recall (26V599) Repeat recall
  September 17, 2026 · 23,677 vehicles · EV and Hybrid Battery

  The DC-DC converter may malfunction due to an electrical overload that can occur during high power demand. Additionally, a software error can cause the DC-DC converter to stop functioning at vehicle start-up under certain circumstances.

  Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge.

• 2021-2026 Land Rover Defender Front Air Bag Recall (26V389)
  June 12, 2026 · 250,857 vehicles · Air Bags

  The driver’s air bag clockspring connector may corrode, which can cause the air bag not to deploy as intended.

  Risk: An air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury in a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will apply a protective lubricant gel to the driver’s air bag connector terminals, free of charge.

• 2026 Land Rover Defender Fuel Tank Recall (26V263)
  April 23, 2026 · 6 vehicles · Fuel System

  The fuel tank was improperly manufactured with walls that are too thin.

  Risk: In the event of a crash, an improperly manufactured fuel tank may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge.

• 2021-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Dc and Dc Converter Recall (26V248)
  April 17, 2026 · 170,169 vehicles · EV and Hybrid Battery

  Insufficient electrical load balancing during times of high demand can lead to a current overload condition and malfunction of the DCDC converter. A failure of the DC-DC converter will result in a loss of 12-Volt system charging and can lead to complete loss of drive power and exterior lighting.

  Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will update the central software, free of charge.

• 2026 Land Rover Defender Seat Belt Fastener Recall (26V163)
  March 18, 2026 · 582 vehicles · Seat Belts

  The third-row lower seat belt anchorage bracket may have an insufficient weld stud.

  Risk: A seat belt assembly with an insufficient weld may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the third-row lower seat belt anchorage bracket or the weld-stud on the bracket, free of charge.

• 2023 Land Rover Discovery Sport Video Screen Recall (25V016)
  January 16, 2025 · 28,370 vehicles · Electrical System

  The touchscreen in the center console may go blank at vehicle startup, resulting in the rearview camera image not displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

  Risk: A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will update the touchscreen software, free of charge.

• 2024 Land Rover Defender Backup Camera Recall (24V678)
  September 12, 2024 · 180 vehicles · Driver Assistance

  The Near Field Sensing Module (NFSM) may overheat and cause the 3D surround camera images, including the rearview camera image, not to display.

  Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display can decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of injury or crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the NFSM, free of charge.

• 2023-2024 Land Rover Defender Filter and Screen Recall (24V450)
  June 17, 2024 · 2,013 vehicles · Engine

  The oil filter housing can crack and leak oil into the engine compartment.

  Risk: An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the filter housing, oil filter, and o-rings, free of charge.

• 2023 Land Rover Defender Brake Fastener Recall (23V789)
  November 22, 2023 · 121 vehicles · Brakes

  The brake calipers may not be reinstalled properly, allowing the brake calipers to detach.

  Risk: Detached brake calipers can reduce braking ability and cause structural wheel damage, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will reinstall the brake calipers, free of charge.

• 2023 Land Rover Defender Vehicle Tether Anchor Recall (23V137)
  March 2, 2023 · 812 vehicles · Other Equipment

  The third-row seatback latch may not latch properly, reducing the strength of a child seat installed to the top tether.

  Risk: A child seat with reduced strength may not properly restrain the occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the third-row seat frame and components, as necessary, free of charge.

• 2021-2023 Land Rover Range Rover Oil and Lubrication Recall (23V044)
  February 2, 2023 · 6,724 vehicles · Engine

  The engine cam carrier oil channel may be blocked, which can lead to an oil leak.

  Risk: An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the engine cam carrier and related components as necessary, free of charge.

• 2022-2023 Land Rover Defender Seat Belt Pretensioner Recall (22V523)
  July 21, 2022 · 4,927 vehicles · Seat Belts

  The driver and front passenger seat belt pretensioners may be damaged, which can cause the seat belts to not properly restrain occupants.

  Risk: Improperly restrained occupants have an increased risk of injury during a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the front seat belt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge.

• 2021 Land Rover Range Rover Seat Belt Retractor Recall (21V668)
  August 26, 2021 · 32,687 vehicles · Seat Belts

  The seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly.

  Risk: An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies as necessary, free of charge.

• 2021 Land Rover Defender Vehicle Latch Anchor Recall (21V584)
  July 29, 2021 · 7,027 vehicles · Other Equipment

  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."

  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: Land Rover will mail owners the correct information to insert into the owner's manual, free of charge.

• 2021 Land Rover Defender Seat Recall (21V499)
  July 1, 2021 · 603 vehicles · Body, Doors and Seats

  The front seat track end-stop bracket may become deformed, which could prevent the seat from locking into place.

  Risk: A seat that is not properly locked into place can move unintentionally during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the front seat tracks, free of charge.

• 2021-2022 Land Rover Defender Turn Signal Recall (21V435)
  June 8, 2021 · 2,622 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  A voltage spike, triggered by a bright light shining on the rear of the vehicle, can cause the turn signals, brake lights, and tail lights to fail.

  Risk: Turn signals, brake lights, and tail lights that fail to illuminate can reduce visibility to other drivers and increase the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the rear light assemblies, free of charge.

• 2021 Land Rover Defender Electrical Software Recall (21V424)
  June 3, 2021 · 163 vehicles · Electrical System

  The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) may unexpectedly switch off while the vehicle is in motion, resulting in an engine stall with no warning.

  Risk: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

  Fix: The Connected Diagnostic Services (CDS) and the Over-the-air (OTA) diagnostics functionality will be disabled, either by a dealer or through an OTA update, free of charge.

Which Defender parts are recalled most?

Which Defender model years have the most recalls?

How do I check my Defender for open recalls?

Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup. The lookup lists every open safety recall on that specific vehicle, so you will see which of the 18 Land Rover Defender campaigns above apply to you. You can also ask any authorized Land Rover dealer to run the VIN. The VIN is on your registration card, your insurance card, and a plate at the lower driver-side corner of the windshield. Brand-new recalls can take a few days to show up, so check again if you received a letter.

What are Defender owners reporting?

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA since 2020, by model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports, but the components that come up most often show where owners are having trouble.

Excerpts from owner complaints (unverified):

The halo headlight went out, and I have an extended warranty that supposedly doesn't cover it. After researching, this seems to be a national event. The headlights need to be recalled and the manufacturer needs to be held accountable.

2021 LAND ROVER Defender owner, Exterior Lighting, NHTSA complaint 11692392

Problem statement: Windshield Issue: The windshield developed a sudden crack while the vehicle was stationary, with no external impact or action Conditions: stationary, outside temp: 97 deg Impacting: visibility and safety features such as cameras, sensor, and lane departure assist…

2021 LAND ROVER Defender owner, Visibility/Wiper, NHTSA complaint 11433619

The car had electrical Warning- literally the vehicle in totality shut down and I needed a tow to dealership- after diagnosis an electrical part-DC CONVERTER PART # 433123464. The part is unavailable anywhere. I called tri-state area in my own attempts for my car to be repaired.

2022 LAND ROVER Defender owner, Electrical System, NHTSA complaint 11705311

Can a recall make your Defender a lemon in California?

A recall alone does not make a Land Rover Defender a lemon. California's Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act looks at whether a warranty defect substantially impairs the vehicle's use, value or safety and was not fixed within a reasonable number of repair attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).

1 of the 18 recalls listed here follow an earlier campaign on the same component, which can mean a first fix did not work. 4 involve the engine, transmission or high-voltage battery, the kinds of repairs that often take several visits or weeks of downtime.

Within the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the same defect was repaired two or more times when it is likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for any covered defect, or the vehicle was out of service more than 30 days in total (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Written notice to the manufacturer is required in some cases, and owners outside that window can still have a claim. An owner who prevails 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.

What to keep: every repair order, the recall owner letters, your purchase or lease contract, and a log of dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure every visit is written up, even when the dealer says it found nothing.

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Other Land Rover models with recalls

• Defender: 18 recalls
• Discovery: 9 recalls
• Discovery Sport: 7 recalls
• New Range Rover: 1 recall
• Range Rover: 20 recalls
• Range Rover Evoque: 7 recalls
• Range Rover PHEV: 3 recalls
• Range Rover Sport: 23 recalls
• Range Rover Sport PHEV: 2 recalls
• Range Rover Velar: 9 recalls

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