Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data
2026 Land Rover Defender recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2026 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component3
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Air bags | 1 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 1 |
| Seat belts | 1 |
Safety recalls3
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Jun 12, 202626V389000 | Air bags: frontalAn air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury in a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 26V389000
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| Apr 23, 202626V263000 | Fuel system, gasoline: storage tank assemblyIn the event of a crash, an improperly manufactured fuel tank may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire. DetailsHide details for campaign 26V263000
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| Mar 18, 202626V163000 | Seat belts: critical fastenersA seat belt assembly with an insufficient weld may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 26V163000
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Owner complaints by component6
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 2 | 33 |
| Unknown or other | 2 | 33 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 17 |
| Air bags | 1 | 17 |
| Power train | 1 | 17 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 17 |
| Engine | 1 | 17 |
An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number, merged from NHTSA model names Defender 110 Mhev, Defender 130 Mhev.
Latest reports
- Electrical system
“My instrument cluster will dim to a nearly unreadable level at random times during the day. This appears to be a common and documented issue with Land Rover Defenders.”
- Electrical system
“Driving along when electrical warning light came on and car died. Coasted into safe parking space. Would not start. Dash controls would not respond. This is the day after we bought it.”
- Unknown or other
“Red Error code popped up about battery. Then vehicle completely shut down. Was unable to put it in gear in order to move it to a safe place, therefore my vehicle blocked traffic.”
Other Land Rover Defender model years
Other Land Rover models
- 2026 Range Rover3 recalls0 complaints
- 2027 Range Rover Sport5 recalls1 complaint
- 2024 Discovery5 recalls8 complaints
- 2024 Range Rover Evoque3 recalls5 complaints
- 2005 Freelander3 recalls16 complaints
- 2025 Discovery Sport1 recall6 complaints
- 2024 Range Rover Velar4 recalls2 complaints
- 2016 LR42 recalls33 complaints
- 2015 LR21 recall6 complaints
- 2007 LR30 recalls17 complaints
2026 Land Rover Defender recall questions
How many recalls does the 2026 Land Rover Defender have?
NHTSA lists 3 safety recall campaigns for the 2026 Land Rover Defender. The most recent, 26V389000 (reported June 12, 2026), concerns air bags. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What is the most common complaint about the 2026 Land Rover Defender?
Electrical system is the most-reported component, named in 2 complaints out of 6 filed with NHTSA (33%). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2026 Land Rover Defender?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Land Rover recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Land Rover dealer.
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