Land Rover Range Rover recalled over injury risk

Recall date

December 29, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC recalls 2016–2017 Land Rover Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, Range Rover Evoque

Recall number

16V941000

Brand / firm

Land Rover

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 550 units

Why it was recalled

In the event of a crash of sufficient severity, the front passenger air bag may not deploy as required, increasing the risk of injury.

What was recalled

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2016 Land Rover Range Rover and Range Rover Sport vehicles and 2017 Range Rover Evoque vehicles. The affected vehicles have a front passenger air bag inflator initiator that may fail to ignite during a crash, preventing the air bag from deploying.

What to do

Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 20, 2017. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is P094.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.