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💥 Crash risk🩹 Injury riskNHTSA 26V615📅 Sep 25, 2026

2024 Land Rover Defender recall: seat belt

⚠️ What's wrong

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2024 Land Rover Defender vehicles. The second-row seat belt may be improperly stitched.

💥 The risk

An improperly stitched seat belt may fail to properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

🔧 The fix

Dealers will inspect the second-row seat belt serial number, and replace the seat belt, as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed November 20, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is D130.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
26V615000
Manufacturer recall #
D130
Manufacturer
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC
Vehicles affected
371
Component
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:WEBBING:STITCHING
Owner phone
1-800-637-6837
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Built
Jan 31, 2024 – Feb 2, 2024
Recall started by
ODI

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 26V615 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 26V615?

2024 Land Rover Defender. 371 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Land Rover dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-637-6837.