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2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport. The most recent was reported on December 9, 2016.

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Recalls at a glance

DateCampaignPartVehicles
December 9, 201616V-889Suspension: front, control arm, lower arm220
May 6, 201616V-274Exterior lighting14,731

Recall details

Suspension: front, control arm, lower arm

December 9, 2016 · Land Rover · Campaign 16V-889

What is wrong: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Land Rover Discovery Sport vehicles manufactured May 30, 2016, to August 24, 2016, and 2016-2017 Range Rover Evoque vehicles manufactured June 7, 2016, to August 26, 2016. The affected vehicles have front lower control arm fasteners that may fail due to an assembly error, possibly resulting in separation of the steering knuckle.

Risk: If the fasteners were to fail causing the knuckle to separate, vehicle handling may be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will replace the hardware that connects the front lower control arm to the knuckle, free of charge. The recall began on January 27, 2017. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is Q650/Q651.

Exterior lighting

May 6, 2016 · Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC · Campaign 16V-274

What is wrong: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport vehicles manufactured September 17, 2014, to March 5, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the license plate illumination lamp may fall out. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Risk: Without license plate illumination, the vehicle may be difficult to identify at night.

The fix: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will replace both rear license plate lamp housings, free of charge. The recall began on June 21, 2016. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is P077.

Other model years of the Land Rover Discovery Sport

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport have recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport, the most recent reported on December 9, 2016. A campaign covers only certain vehicles, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected.

What parts have been recalled on the 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport?

Suspension (1), Exterior lighting (1).

Are recall repairs free?

In 2 of the 2 campaigns listed here, the remedy states that the repair is free of charge. Read the remedy in each recall for the details.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.