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NHTSA 26V163000 United States

Land Rover Defender recall: Seat Belts:critical Fasteners

Official safety recall 26V163000 published by NHTSA.

High risk

Contact an authorised dealer of the maker. Recall repairs are free of charge.

Campaign26V163000
ComponentSeat Belts:critical Fasteners
Report date2026-03-18
ManufacturerJaguar Land Rover North America, LLC
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Affected vehicles

VehicleModel yearMarket
Land Rover Defender2026United States

The problem

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2026 Land Rover Defender vehicles. The third-row lower seat belt anchorage bracket may have an insufficient weld stud.

A seat belt assembly with an insufficient weld may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

The official remedy

Dealers will replace the third-row lower seat belt anchorage bracket or the weld-stud on the bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 19, 2026. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 800-637-6837. Land Rover's numbers for this recall are D098 and D113.