Defender (LE), Discovery (LR)
| Alert Number | A12/01428/21 |
| Brand | Land Rover |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | France |
| Country of Origin | Slovakia |
| Model Number | e5*2007/46*0092, e5*2007/46*1055 |
| Published | 15 October 2021 |
Risk Description
Due to an error in the assembly process, the occupant detection system (ODS) of the front passenger seat had not been installed on the seat cushion. As a result, no audible signal sounds and no warning symbol will appear on the instrument panel to warn the driver when the front passenger seat is occupied but the seat belt is not fastened.This may increase the risk of not having the seat belt fastened in the event of an accident, increasing the risk of injury. The product does not comply with the requirements laid down in the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 05/10/2021
Product Description
Passenger car