Land Rover Defender recalled over injury risk

Recall date

March 18, 2026

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC recalls 2026 Land Rover Defender

Recall number

26V163000

Brand / firm

Land Rover

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 582 units

Why it was recalled

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

What was recalled

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2026 Land Rover Defender vehicles. The third-row lower seat belt anchorage bracket may have an insufficient weld stud.

What to do

Dealers will replace the third-row lower seat belt anchorage bracket or the weld-stud on the bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 19, 2026. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 800-637-6837. Land Rover's numbers for this recall are D098 and D113.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.