Land Rover Range Rover recalled over injury risk

Recall date

May 23, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC recalls 2016 Land Rover Range Rover, Range Rover Sport

Recall number

19V390000

Brand / firm

Land Rover

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 28,671 units

Why it was recalled

The unlatched door may open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.

What was recalled

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2016 Range Rover and Range Rover Sport vehicles. A spring in the Keyless Vehicle Latching System (KV Latch) may get stuck, causing the left hand door to remain unlatched when the door is closed.

What to do

Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the software, and inspect the KV latches, replacing them if necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 6, 2019. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N336.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.