Land Rover Range Rover and Range Rover Sport recall: Front passenger airbag may not deploy
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- The front passenger airbag may not function properly due to a deviation in generant mix ratio. In the event of a crash of sufficient severity the front passenger airbag may not deploy when required. Failure to deploy can lead to increased injuries to the passenger…
- What to do
- Contact a Land Rover dealer to book the free repair. Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the front passenger airbag.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
The front passenger airbag may not function properly due to a deviation in generant mix ratio. In the event of a crash of sufficient severity the front passenger airbag may not deploy when required. Failure to deploy can lead to increased injuries to the passenger seat occupant.
The fix
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the front passenger airbag.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Range Rover | 20 Sep 2016 | 25 Oct 2016 | 139 |
| Range Rover Sport | 20 Sep 2016 | 25 Oct 2016 | 139 |
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 1 May 2017. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.