On 17 July 2024, Jaguar Land Rover Ireland Limited announced a voluntary recall of certain Land Rover Defender, Discovery, Range Rover Velar, Range Rover Sport, and Range Rover vehicles in the Republic of Ireland.
The recall addresses a defective oil filter housing in vehicles fitted with Ingenium 3.0L petrol and diesel engines, which may lead to oil leaks, road hazards, and even fire risk.
Affected Vehicles
- Models: Land Rover Defender, Land Rover Discovery, Range Rover Velar, Range Rover Sport
- Market: Republic of Ireland
- Production Dates:
- 29 November 2023 – 12 March 2024
- 6 December 2023 – 17 December 2023 (Defender N1)
- Number of Vehicles Affected in Ireland: 54
Details of the Fault
- The oil filter housing was manufactured with an incorrect plastic specification.
- Over time, this housing may crack under pressure, causing engine oil to leak.
- Oil may leak:
- Onto the engine or hot components, posing a fire risk.
- Onto the road surface, creating a slip hazard for other vehicles, particularly motorcycles and bicycles.
Risks
- Engine fire risk from leaking oil contacting hot components.
- Skid hazards on public roads due to oil spillages.
- Increased risk of serious accidents and injuries.
What Owners Should Do
Jaguar Land Rover advises owners to:
- Check if their vehicle is part of the recall (see below).
- Arrange an inspection at an authorised Jaguar Land Rover service centre.
- Avoid long or high-load journeys until the recall work is completed.
The recall repair involves replacing the faulty oil filter housing with a correctly specified part, free of charge.
How to Check if Your Car is Affected
- Use the Jaguar Land Rover Recall Lookup Tool and enter your VIN.
- Contact Jaguar Land Rover Ireland Customer Service or your local authorised dealer.
Official Sources
FAQs
Q: Which vehicles are affected in Ireland?
A: 54 vehicles, including certain Land Rover Defender, Discovery, Range Rover Velar, Range Rover Sport, and Range Rover models.
Q: What years of production are included?
A: Vehicles produced between 29 November 2023 – 12 March 2024, plus Defender N1 units built between 6 December – 17 December 2023.
Q: What is the safety risk?
A: Oil leaks due to cracked filter housings, which can lead to engine fires or oil on roads, creating hazards for other drivers.
Q: What should owners do now?
A: Book a recall inspection at an authorised service centre. Repairs are free of charge.
Disclaimer
This recall notice is based on official information from Jaguar Land Rover Ireland Limited and the CCPC. It is intended for public safety awareness. Always confirm recall details with Jaguar Land Rover before taking further action.
