Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC is recalling certain 2020-2021 Land Rover Defender
— Recall Campaign #21V584000
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Land Rover Defender vehicles. 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."
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 7,027 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
21V584000
| Manufacturer: | Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | July 29, 2021 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 21V584000 |
| Units affected: | 7,027 |
- Description:
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Land Rover Defender vehicles. 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."
- Consequeces:
- Incorrect child restraint information may result in a child seat being improperly secured, which can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Land Rover will mail owners the correct information to insert into the owner's manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 23, 2021. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N601.
- Notes:
- 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.