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Jaguar Recalls Land Rover Defender Models Over Snorkel Detachment Risk
Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) Australia has announced a recall affecting 140 Defender vehicles, citing concerns that a faulty snorkel attachment could pose a danger to road users.
According to the official recall notice, the Raised Air Intake (RAI) snorkels fitted to certain Defenders may not have been properly secured during installation. As a result, the snorkel could potentially detach from the vehicle while it is in motion.
“If the snorkel becomes detached during driving, it may heighten the risk of an accident, potentially leading to injury or even death to bystanders and other motorists,” the company stated.
The recall impacts Defenders equipped with the RAI part number VPLEP0543, and covers vehicles manufactured between 2023 and 2024.
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What Affected Owners Should Do
JLR advises all impacted vehicle owners to contact their nearest authorized Jaguar Land Rover dealership. Technicians will remove the existing snorkel, install updated fittings, and securely reinstall the RAI — all at no cost to the customer.
This recall underscores the importance of ensuring that aftermarket and factory-installed accessories are mounted to the highest safety standards. Owners are encouraged to act promptly to minimize any risk while driving.
What’s the Problem?
The second row seat frame assembly on affected Land Rover Discovery SUVs may be missing fasteners, resulting in a seat frame with insufficient strength, according to the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). In the event of a crash, the seats may not properly secure the occupants, increasing their risk of injury.
If you purchased a Land Rover Discovery that is affected by this recall, you should stop using it immediately, NHTSA said. Land Rover is contacting owners and will repair the problem, free of charge. This recall began on March 19, 2020.
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FAQs
What should I do if I was injured due to a defect in a recalled Land Rover?
If you were injured due to a defect in a recalled Land Rover, seek medical attention immediately, document the incident, and consult with a lawyer. You may be able to file a lawsuit seeking compensation for your injuries, medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
Can I sue Land Rover if they failed to issue a recall in a timely manner?
Yes, if Land Rover failed to issue a recall in a timely manner and this failure led to an accident, injury, or damage, you may have grounds to sue the company. This includes situations where the defect was known but not promptly addressed, resulting in harm to consumers.
What should I do if I can’t get my recalled Land Rover repaired immediately?
If you can’t get your recalled Land Rover repaired immediately, stop using the vehicle if the defect poses a significant safety risk. Contact Land Rover or your dealership to arrange for a repair as soon as possible and ask about any interim safety measures you can take.
Land Rover Sport Recalled Over Fire Hazard
The NHTSA on Dec. 8, 2020, announced that Jaguar is recalling Land Rover Discovery Sport SUVs from model year 2020 which were manufactured with potentially defective 48 volt electrical systems that may experience an event overload. If this occurs, it could cause a failure of the Metal Oxide Semiconductor Field Effect Transistor (MOSFET) and result in a DCDC converter electrical short-circuit, increasing the risk of a fire, NHTSA said. Land Rover’s number for this recall is N503.
Do I Have a Land Rover Recalls Lawsuit?
The Product Liability Litigation Group at our law firm is an experienced team of trial lawyers that focus on the representation of plaintiffs in Land Rover Recalls Lawsuits. We are handling individual litigation nationwide and currently accepting new injury and death cases in all 50 states.
If you or a loved one has been injured by a recalled Land Rover Discovery, you should contact our law firm immediately. You may be entitled to a settlement by filing a suit and we can help.