Land Rover Defender recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

September 12, 2024

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC recalls 2024 Land Rover — 6 models

Recall number

24V678000

Brand / firm

Land Rover

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 180 units

Why it was recalled

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

What was recalled

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 rearview camera image, not to display.

What to do

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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.