Defender

Recall Summary Land Rover is recalling certain Defender passenger cars distributed in Germany because a weld on the third-row seatbelt anchor bracket may be too weak. If the weld fails during a crash, the seatbelt may not work properly, reducing protection for occupants in that row. This recall affects Defenders sold in Germany.

Recalling firm
Land Rover
Product
Passenger car. Defender
Reason
A weld stud of insufficient strength on the third-row seatbelt anchorage bracket may result in the restraint system not functioning correctly in the event of an accident and affect occupant protection, leading to a risk of injury. 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.
Classification
Class I
Category
vehicle recall
Country
European Union
Agency
SAFETY-GATE
Recall date
2026-05-01
Status
Ongoing
Areas affected
DE
Distribution
Germany

Official recall notice from SAFETY-GATE

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/60c7d36c-3e92-4782-bc10-83094cdf6d70