Recall 06V-131: 2005–2006 Land Rover LR3, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport

LAND ROVER recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Apr 20, 2006, covering about 45,900 vehicles.

NHTSA number
06V-131
Report date
Apr 20, 2006
Vehicles affected
45,900
Owners notified
Jun 30, 2006

The problem

Certain vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 114, 'theft protection.' when the ignition is switched off, after a period of time, it is possible to remove the ignition key when the transmission shift lever is not in park.

The risk

This condition increases the risk of a crash resulting from the unintended movement of parked vehicles.

The fix

Dealers will reprogram the driveline control transfer box electronic control unit (Ecu) with revised software. The recall began on june 30, 2006. Owners may contact land rover at 1-201-818-8500.

Notes

Land rover recall no. B037.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerLAND ROVER
ComponentElectrical System › Ignition › Switch
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number06V131000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Land Rover LR32005, 2006All years
Land Rover Range Rover Sport2006All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 06V-131?

Certain vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 114, 'theft protection.' when the ignition is switched off, after a period of time, it is possible to remove the ignition key when the transmission shift lever is not in park.

How is recall 06V-131 fixed?

Dealers will reprogram the driveline control transfer box electronic control unit (Ecu) with revised software. The recall began on june 30, 2006. Owners may contact land rover at 1-201-818-8500.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.