Recall 23V-044: 2020–2023 Land Rover Defender, 2022–2023 Land Rover Discovery and 3 more
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Feb 2, 2023, covering about 6,724 vehicles.
The problem
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Range Rover Sport, 2020-2023 Range Rover, Defender, 2022-2023 Discovery, and 2023 Range Rover Velar vehicles. The engine cam carrier oil channel may be blocked, which can lead to an oil leak.
The risk
An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the engine cam carrier and related components as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2023. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N763.
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.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC |
|---|---|
| Component | Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Oil/Lubrication |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 23V044000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Land Rover Defender | 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 | All years |
| Land Rover Discovery | 2022, 2023 | All years |
| Land Rover Range Rover | 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 | All years |
| Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 | All years |
| Land Rover Range Rover Velar | 2023 | All 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 23V-044?
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Range Rover Sport, 2020-2023 Range Rover, Defender, 2022-2023 Discovery, and 2023 Range Rover Velar vehicles. The engine cam carrier oil channel may be blocked, which can lead to an oil leak.
How is recall 23V-044 fixed?
Dealers will inspect and replace the engine cam carrier and related components as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2023. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N763.
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.