Land Rover Range Rover recalled over injury risk

Recall date

January 27, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC recalls 2006–2012 Land Rover Range Rover

Recall number

15V039000

Brand / firm

Land Rover

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 74,648 units

Why it was recalled

If one or both of the flexible brake hoses fails, the vehicle may require a longer distance to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2006-2012 Land Rover Range Rover vehicles manufactured April 15, 2005, to September 4, 2012. One or both of the flexible front brake hoses may rupture causing loss of brake fluid.

What to do

Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left and right front brake hoses, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2015. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is P054.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.