Land Rover Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, Discovery recall: Engine may cut out
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- An incorrectly manufactured crank position sensor may cause the engine to unexpectedly cut out or not to start.
- What to do
- Contact a Land Rover dealer to book the free repair. On recalled vehicles the engine serial number will be checked and if within the affected range the crank position sensor will be replaced.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
An incorrectly manufactured crank position sensor may cause the engine to unexpectedly cut out or not to start.
The fix
On recalled vehicles the engine serial number will be checked and if within the affected range the crank position sensor will be replaced.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Range Rover | 2 Apr 2012 | 2 May 2013 | 11,290 |
| Range Rover Sport | 2 Apr 2012 | 2 May 2013 | 11,290 |
| Discovery | 2 Apr 2013 | 2 May 2014 | 11,290 |
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 23 June 2016. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.