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Every Land Rover safety recall filed with NHTSA in 2026 through September, which models and years each one covers, where each remedy stands, and how to check your own VIN in about a minute.
To check whether your Land Rover has an open recall, enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The two largest 2026 campaigns are NHTSA 26V389, a driver airbag clockspring connector that can corrode (certain 2020–2026 Defender, 2021–2026 Discovery and 2022–2026 Range Rover vehicles), and NHTSA 26V248, a mild-hybrid DC-DC converter that can stop charging the 12-volt system (certain 2019–2024 mild-hybrid models across the lineup), since expanded by 26V599. Recall remedies are performed free of charge at authorized Land Rover retailers, including Land Rover Austin.
The fastest way to know whether your specific vehicle is affected is a VIN search, because recalls cover certain vehicles within a model-year range rather than every vehicle carrying that badge. Two Defenders from the same year can have different recall status depending on build date and equipment, so a model-year match alone does not tell you much.
Your 17-character Vehicle Identification Number is printed at the lower corner of the windshield on the driver's side (visible from outside), on the label in the driver's door jamb, and on your registration and insurance card. Copying it from the registration is usually the easiest route.
Enter the VIN at the NHTSA recall lookup. The result lists any safety recall that has been issued for that exact vehicle and not yet repaired. A result of zero open recalls means nothing is outstanding on the manufacturer's current records.
If a campaign shows as open, note the NHTSA campaign number and the Land Rover recall code, then schedule a service visit and mention the recall when you book. Checking again every few months is worthwhile, since newly filed campaigns can take time to appear in VIN search results.
The VIN check matters more in Texas than it once did. Since January 1, 2025, the Texas Department of Public Safety no longer requires an annual safety inspection for most non-commercial vehicles, while Travis and Williamson counties still require emissions testing. An emissions test is not a recall check, so no routine state visit will prompt you about an open campaign. The same applies when buying pre-owned in the Austin metro: run the VIN of any used Land Rover before you sign, and ask the seller for proof that open recalls were completed.
NHTSA's records show ten Land Rover safety recall campaigns filed in 2026 through September 23, two of which account for the large majority of affected vehicles. The table below lists each by NHTSA campaign number, with Land Rover's own recall code in brackets, so you can match it to a letter you may have received. Every campaign covers certain vehicles within the listed years, not all of them.
| Campaign | Issue | Models & Years | Remedy Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26V389 (D120) | Driver airbag clockspring connector may corrode, which can keep the driver's airbag from deploying as intended | Defender 2020–2026, Discovery 2021–2026, Range Rover 2022–2026; about 250,857 vehicles | Remedy available: dealer applies a protective lubricant gel to the connector terminals, free. Owner letters mailed August 3, 2026. Stop-sale status (checked on nhtsa.gov, September 23, 2026): no public notice of the stop-sale being lifted; new vehicles receive the remedy before delivery. |
| 26V248 (D126, H575) | Mild-hybrid DC-DC converter can fail internally, stopping 12-volt charging; can lead to loss of drive power and exterior lighting | Mild-hybrid Range Rover Sport 2019–2024, Range Rover 2020–2024, Defender 2020–2024, Discovery 2021–2024, Velar 2021–2024, Evoque 2020–2023, Discovery Sport 2020; about 170,169 vehicles including Jaguar models | Interim remedy: dealer updates the central software, free. Final remedy still to come; interim letters mailed June 17, 2026. |
| 26V599 (E008) | Expands 26V248: the DC-DC converter may overload under high power demand, and a software error can stop it at start-up | Mild-hybrid models across the 2019–2024 lineup; 23,677 additional vehicles, per NHTSA | Dealer software update, free. Interim letters expected November 13, 2026; final remedy to follow. |
| 26V163 (D098, D113) | Third-row lower seat belt anchorage bracket may have an insufficient weld stud | Defender 2026 | Dealer replaces the bracket or weld stud, free. Owner letters mailed May 19, 2026. |
| 26V263 (D127) | Fuel tank manufactured with walls that are too thin | Defender 2026 | Dealer replaces the fuel tank, free. Owner letters mailed June 19, 2026. |
| 26V458 (D145) | Insufficient drain holes can let water collect around the rearview camera and damage it | Discovery 2021–2025 | Dealer adds drain holes to the tailgate trim and inspects or replaces the camera, free. Owner letters mailed September 10, 2026. |
| 26V097 (D095) | Panoramic sunroof side finisher trim may not be secured and can detach | Range Rover and Range Rover Sport 2023–2026 | Dealer inspects and secures the trim, free. Owner letters mailed June 19, 2026. |
| 26V297 (D105) | Seat belt warning chime may not sound when an occupant is unbuckled | Range Rover, Range Rover Sport and Range Rover Velar 2026 | Dealer replaces the audio amplifier, free. Owner letters mailed July 10, 2026. |
| 26V005 (D082) | Vehicle weight information on the certification label is incorrect | Range Rover Sport 2026 | Dealer replaces the certification label, free. Owner letters mailed February 27, 2026. |
| 26V527 (D148) | Front suspension knuckles may have been replaced with incorrect parts during an earlier recall repair | Range Rover 2016–2017 | Dealer replaces the front suspension knuckles, free. Interim letters expected October 9, 2026; final remedy to follow. |
Last verified: September 2026, against NHTSA campaign records. Model years, remedy wording and letter dates come from NHTSA's published summaries and NHTSA's recall database. Campaigns can be amended after filing, so your VIN search result is the final word for your vehicle.
Both large campaigns have a free dealer remedy available today, and both display a warning on the instrument cluster; treat either as a reason to stop safely or book promptly. The difference is in how final the fix is: the airbag remedy is a single completed repair, while the DC-DC converter work is described by NHTSA as an interim software update with a final remedy still to come.
The clockspring is the rotating electrical connection inside the steering wheel that keeps the driver's airbag wired while the wheel turns. On affected vehicles, moisture can corrode its connector terminals and interrupt the deployment signal. Land Rover's Part 573 safety recall report states that the airbag warning lamp will illuminate at least 300 to 400 miles before potential non-deployment, and that it had received no claims or field reports of airbag non-deployment in the U.S.
A technician applies a protective lubricant gel to the driver's airbag connector terminals, free of charge. If your Defender, Discovery or Range Rover falls in the affected years, run the VIN search and book the visit. If the airbag warning light is on, treat that as a reason to book promptly rather than waiting for a routine service date. Stop-sale status (checked on nhtsa.gov, September 23, 2026): no public notice of the stop-sale being lifted; new vehicles receive the remedy before delivery.
On mild-hybrid models, the DC-DC converter steps the 48-volt system down to recharge the 12-volt battery and run the vehicle's electrical systems. If the converter fails, the 12-volt system stops charging, which can eventually lead to loss of drive power and exterior lighting. An electrical-fault warning appears on the instrument cluster first; if it does, pull over where it is safe and arrange service rather than continuing the trip.
NHTSA lists the current remedy as a free software update performed by the dealer, with a final remedy still to come and additional owner letters to follow once that final remedy is ready. Because 26V599 expands the original campaign, a vehicle that was clear under 26V248 may now show an open recall, so it is worth searching the VIN again.
The DC-DC converter campaign has a practical overlap with battery care. A mild-hybrid Land Rover whose 12-volt battery keeps running flat may have a charging problem rather than a worn battery, so the recall status is worth checking before paying for a replacement. Our guide to Land Rover battery replacement cost explains what drives battery pricing and how technicians distinguish a tired battery from a charging fault, and the battery service page covers testing at the dealership.
A recall visit goes fastest when the service team knows which campaign you are coming in for and can confirm the remedy parts are on hand. A few minutes of preparation usually saves a second trip.
Run your VIN through NHTSA first and write down every open campaign number. If more than one recall is open, they can often be handled in the same visit.
Bring the owner letter if you received one. It carries Land Rover's recall code, which matches the bracketed codes in the table above.
Mention the recall when you book so the service advisor can confirm remedy availability for your campaign before the appointment date.
Note any warning lights and when they appeared, especially an airbag warning light or an electrical-fault message. That detail helps the technician confirm whether anything beyond the recall remedy needs attention.
Pair it with scheduled maintenance if one is due. Combining the recall with a regular service saves a trip across town from Westlake, Bee Cave or Round Rock. Check what is coming up on the Land Rover service intervals guide.
Keep the repair order afterward. The completed remedy is recorded against your VIN, and the paperwork is useful when you sell or trade the vehicle.
A safety recall is a campaign the manufacturer reports to NHTSA when a defect affects safety or a vehicle fails a federal safety standard, and the remedy is free regardless of mileage or whether the warranty is still in effect. That separates it from the two other ways a repair can be covered.
Recall: filed with NHTSA, searchable by VIN, remedied free of charge at authorized retailers, and not tied to your warranty status. Warranty repair: covers defects in materials or workmanship within the coverage period; Land Rover's New Vehicle Limited Warranty runs 4 years or 50,000 miles, with a separate 6-year, unlimited-mileage corrosion perforation warranty. Service bulletin: technical guidance from the manufacturer to its technicians on diagnosing or repairing a known condition. A bulletin is not a recall and does not appear in the NHTSA VIN search as an open campaign; whether the repair it describes is covered depends on warranty status.
In practice, the question to ask is which bucket a repair falls into. A recall remedy costs nothing whether your Range Rover is two years old or out of warranty. A warranty repair costs nothing while coverage is active. Anything outside both is a normal repair, and our service team gives a written estimate before starting any work that is not covered.
Land Rover Austin, at 1515 West 5th Street, is an authorized Land Rover retailer, so it can perform recall remedies and record each completed campaign against your VIN with the manufacturer. Keep the repair order as your own proof the remedy was done. For everything the department handles beyond recall work, see our certified Land Rover service guide or the service center.
Tell us the campaign number when you book, and our service team will confirm remedy availability for your vehicle before your visit.
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The VIN is on the lower driver's-side corner of the windshield, the driver's door jamb label, and your registration. The search lists any safety recall issued for that vehicle that has not been repaired.
NHTSA campaign 26V389 covers certain 2020–2026 Defender, 2021–2026 Discovery and 2022–2026 Range Rover vehicles, about 250,857 in total. The driver's airbag clockspring connector may corrode, and the free remedy is a protective gel applied to the connector terminals.
No. NHTSA lists the Defender, Discovery and Range Rover for campaign 26V389. Certain 2019–2024 mild-hybrid Range Rover Sport vehicles are included in the DC-DC converter campaigns 26V248 and 26V599 instead.
Yes, an interim one. NHTSA lists a free dealer software update as the current remedy for 26V248 and its expansion 26V599, with a final remedy still to come and additional owner letters to follow.
No. NHTSA lists every 2026 Land Rover remedy as free of charge at authorized Land Rover retailers, and a recall remedy does not depend on whether your vehicle is still under warranty.
Yes. Land Rover Austin at 1515 West 5th Street is an authorized Land Rover retailer and performs recall remedies. Mention your campaign number when you schedule service so the team can confirm remedy availability first.