SeatsRecall 21V-499 · 2021 Land Rover Defender
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC recall 21V-499 covers 603 2021 Land Rover Defender for a seats problem, reported to NHTSA on July 1, 2021. The manufacturer's latest report (2023 Q3) shows 83% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 21V499000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2021 Defender 90 vehicles equipped with manually-adjustable front seats. The front seat track end-stop bracket may become deformed, which could prevent the seat from locking into place.
The risk
A seat that is not properly locked into place can move unintentionally during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will replace the front seat tracks, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 28, 2021. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N609.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
83%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 32 vehicles were listed as unreachable.