Difference between revisions of "Recalls"

Revision as of 09:51, 27 April 2009

In addition to the recalls listed below, make sure you check the VOSA (UK) or NHTSA (US) for the latest recalls applicable to your Discovery/LR3.

VOSA: http://www.vosa.gov.uk/vosa/apps/recalls/
NHTSA: http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/recalls/

Incorrect Jack Fitted (Coil Suspension)

Forum Thread It is possible that some coil suspension vehicles have the incorrect jack fitted - they should be fitted with bottle rather than scissor jacks. Full list of VIN numbers in the linked thread.

Auto Transmission Park Problem

Forum Thread When the gearlever is moved into the 'park' position, and indicators suggest the car has been secured, the brake may not be applied. VIN range 354299 to 361594 affected.

Second Row Selt Belt Mounting

Forum Thread The mounting for the buckle on the left second row seatbelt might not be strong enough and could fail in an accident. Vehicles 6A355648 to 6A356888 affected.

Fuel leaks (petrol)

VOSA Recall: R/2006/069
5A000360 to 5A342827 (Build dates 02/07/2004 to 30/04/2005)
VOSA Recall R/2006/226
5A342834 to 6A359153 (Build dates 03/05/2005 to 28/09/2005)

Movement of parked vehicle

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 06V131000
After a period of time it is possible to remove the ignition key without the transmission being in park resulting in unintended movement of parked vehicles.

Non operation of driver's airbag

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 08V248000
Failure of steering wheel clockspring wiring causing the driver's airbag not to operate.