On 2 April 2024, Jaguar Land Rover Ireland Limited announced a voluntary recall of certain Land Rover Range Rover Sport vehicles in the Republic of Ireland.
The recall concerns a rear lamp defect caused by water ingress, which may lead to loss of critical lighting functions and increase the risk of accidents.
Affected Vehicles
- Model: Land Rover Range Rover Sport
- Market: Republic of Ireland
- Production Years: 2023 model year (specific production dates not provided)
- Number of Vehicles Affected in Ireland: [Not specified in source – to be confirmed]
Details of the Fault
- Work carried out on certain 2023 Range Rover Sport vehicles has led to the possibility of water ingress.
- Water may enter the rear legal lamp units located in the tailgate and body.
- This defect may cause lamp failure, leading to:
- Loss of brake/stop light
- Failure of exterior marker lights
- Loss of reversing lights
- Failure of indicators/turn signals
Risks
- Increased risk of a rear-end collision due to missing brake or indicator lights.
- Reduced vehicle visibility, especially at night or in adverse weather.
- Higher danger for both the driver and other road users.
What Owners Should Do
Jaguar Land Rover advises affected owners to:
- Check if their Range Rover Sport is part of the recall (see below).
- Book an inspection at an authorised Jaguar Land Rover service centre.
- Avoid driving in poor visibility until repairs are completed.
Repairs, including replacement or resealing of defective rear lamps, will be carried out free of charge.
How to Check if Your Car is Affected
- Use the Jaguar Land Rover Recall Lookup Tool [placeholder link] and enter your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
- Contact Jaguar Land Rover Ireland Customer Service or your local Jaguar Land Rover dealership.
Official Sources
FAQs
Q: Which vehicles are affected?
A: Certain 2023 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vehicles.
Q: What is the defect?
A: Water ingress into the rear lamp units, leading to light failure.
Q: What is the risk?
A: Increased risk of rear-end collisions due to lamp failure (brake lights, indicators, reversing lights).
Q: What should owners do?
A: Arrange a recall inspection with Jaguar Land Rover. Repairs are free of charge.
Disclaimer
This recall article is based on official information from Jaguar Land Rover Ireland Limited and the CCPC. It is intended to raise public safety awareness. Always confirm recall details with Jaguar Land Rover before taking action.
