Range Rover, Range Rover Velar; Range Rover Sport, Defender
Range Rover, Range Rover Velar; Range Rover Sport, Defender was recalled on 2 June 2023 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/01290/23. Fire risk reported by Poland. The coolant pump may malfunction and stop the coolant flow, causing the engine to overheat quickly and subsequently break an engine-mounted plastic elbow in the cooling circuit.
| Alert Number | A12/01290/23 |
| Brand | Land Rover |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Fire |
| Notifying Country | Poland |
| Country of Origin | United Kingdom |
| Model Number | e5*2007/46*0092*06; e5*2007/46*1057*06; e5*2007/46*0092*05; e11*2007/46*0649*22; e11*2007/46*0649*19; e5*2007/46*1053*01; e5*2007/46*1053*04; e11*2007/46*0649*23; e11*2007/46*0649*24, e5*2007/46*0092*07; e5*2007/46*1057*04; e11*2007/46*0909*16; e11*2007/46*0909*20; e5*2007/46*1057*08, e5*2007/46*1056*01; e5*2007/46*1056*05; e11*2007/46*0909*19; e5*2007/46*1056*04; e5*2007/46*1057*05; e5*2007/46*1056*00; e11*2007/46*0649*17; e11*2007/46*0649*18; e5*2007/46*0092*04 |
| Published | 2 June 2023 |
Risk Description
The coolant pump may malfunction and stop the coolant flow, causing the engine to overheat quickly and subsequently break an engine-mounted plastic elbow in the cooling circuit. Coolant can leak onto the turbocharger's heat shield, creating a risk of fire in the engine compartment. The product does not comply with 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: Unknown
Product Description
Passenger car, models: Range Rover, Range Rover Velar; Range Rover Sport, Defender with Ingenium I4 2.0L Petrol Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) engines
🔥 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a fire hazard related to Range Rover, Range Rover Velar; Range Rover Sport, Defender.
About this risk
This product poses a fire risk due to overheating, faulty components, or flammable materials that do not meet safety standards.
Recommended action
Disconnect the product from any power source and stop using it immediately. Do not leave it unattended. Store it away from flammable materials. Contact the retailer for a refund.
Who is at risk?
All household members. Fire risks are especially dangerous for sleeping areas and children's rooms.