Land Rover Discovery and Range Rover Sport recall: Discovery (L319) and Range Rover Sport (L320) Tow Ball Detachment
- What's wrong
- The manufacturer has determined that in affected vehicles the instructions provided on the method of use of detachable tow balls does not adequately warn of a non-obvious risk which could lead to a failure of the tow ball mechanism causing in-use detachment of the tow…
- What to do
- Contact a Land Rover dealer to book the free repair. Customers will be provided with an additional retaining bracket to fit to the vehicle when using the detachable tow ball together with full installation instructions.
What’s wrong
The manufacturer has determined that in affected vehicles the instructions provided on the method of use of detachable tow balls does not adequately warn of a non-obvious risk which could lead to a failure of the tow ball mechanism causing in-use detachment of the tow ball and trailer detachment.
The fix
Customers will be provided with an additional retaining bracket to fit to the vehicle when using the detachable tow ball together with full installation instructions.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Discovery | 28 May 2004 | 16 Sep 2016 | 109,574 |
| Range Rover Sport | 26 Nov 2002 | 5 Mar 2013 | 86,596 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 5 June 2025. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.