2023 Land Rover Defender recall: Service brakes, hydraulic: critical fasteners
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 23V789000
- Reported
- November 22, 2023
- Manufacturer
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC
- Part
- Service brakes, hydraulic: critical fasteners
- Vehicles affected
- About 121
What is wrong
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2023 Land Rover Defender 130 vehicles modified for the TRek Off-Road Competition. The brake calipers may not be reinstalled properly, allowing the brake calipers to detach.
Safety risk
Detached brake calipers can reduce braking ability and cause structural wheel damage, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will reinstall the brake calipers, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 18, 2024. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N848.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Land Rover Defender (2023). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
Detached brake calipers can reduce braking ability and cause structural wheel damage, increasing the risk of a crash.
What is the fix?
Dealers will reinstall the brake calipers, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 18, 2024. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N848.
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.