Land Rover Range Rover Sport recalled over injury risk

Recall date

September 25, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC recalls 2015 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, Range Rover

Recall number

15V600000

Brand / firm

Land Rover

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 856 units

Why it was recalled

In the event of a crash, if the seat back is not properly latched, the seat belt may not properly restrain the occupant, increasing their risk of injury.

What was recalled

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2015 Range Rover and Range Rover Sport vehicles manufactured June 2, 2015, to June 11, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the second row seat back may not latch properly, especially in the center section.

What to do

Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the second row seat mechanism, replacing it as required, free of charge. The recall began on November 12, 2015. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is P072.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.