Recall 26V-389: 2020–2026 Land Rover Defender, 2021–2026 Land Rover Discovery and 1 more

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC recall for air bags, reported to NHTSA on Jun 12, 2026, covering about 250,857 vehicles.

NHTSA number
26V-389
Report date
Jun 12, 2026
Vehicles affected
250,857
Owners notified
Jul 31, 2026

The problem

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2020-2026 Land Rover Defender, 2021-2026 Discovery, and 2022-2026 Range Rover vehicles. The driver’s air bag clockspring connector may corrode, which can cause the air bag not to deploy as intended.

The risk

An air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury in a crash.

The fix

Dealers will apply a protective lubricant gel to the driver’s air bag connector terminals, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed August 3, 2026. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is D120.

Recall details

ManufacturerJaguar Land Rover North America, LLC
ComponentAir Bags › Frontal
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number26V389000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Land Rover Defender2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026All years
Land Rover Discovery2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026All years
Land Rover Range Rover2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026All 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 26V-389?

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2020-2026 Land Rover Defender, 2021-2026 Discovery, and 2022-2026 Range Rover vehicles. The driver’s air bag clockspring connector may corrode, which can cause the air bag not to deploy as intended.

How is recall 26V-389 fixed?

Dealers will apply a protective lubricant gel to the driver’s air bag connector terminals, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed August 3, 2026. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is D120.

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.