was recalled on 27 July 2006 under EU Safety Gate alert 0447/06. Injuries risk reported by Spain. The clip on the front left wheel balance weight may chafe against the brake hose, ABS sensor or brake pad wear sensor.
| Alert Number | 0447/06 |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Spain |
| Country of Origin | United Kingdom |
| Published | 27 July 2006 |
Risk Description
The clip on the front left wheel balance weight may chafe against the brake hose, ABS sensor or brake pad wear sensor. If any of these situations occurs, the driver will have to press down further on the brake pedal, increasing the braking distance and the brake failure warning light or brake pad wear warning light on the dashboard will come on. If braking effectiveness is reduced, this could cause road accidents, irrespective of whether the driver is alerted by the brake failure warning light or brake pad wear sensor light
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary corrective actions taken by the importer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Passenger car Land Rover 4x4Type/number of model: Range Rover Sport LS
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to .
About this risk
This product has a design or manufacturing defect that can cause physical injuries such as cuts, bruises, fractures, or other bodily harm during normal use.
Recommended action
Stop using the product immediately. Check yourself and family members for any injuries. Store the product safely out of reach and contact the retailer or manufacturer for a replacement or refund.
Who is at risk?
All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury.