2016-2017 Land Rover Range Rover, Range Rover Sport: Recall Alert
By Patrick Masterson
June 13, 2019
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2017 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | Manufacturer image
Vehicles Affected: Approximately 16,200 model-year 2016-17 Land Rover Range Rover and Range Rover Sport SUVs
The Problem: The driver’s seat belt emergency locking retractor may not lock at the correct G-force level as designed, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
The Fix: Dealers will replace the driver’s seat belt assembly for free.
What Owners Should Do: Land Rover will send interim notifications to owners on July 1; a second notification will be sent when a remedy is available. Owners can call the automaker at 800-637-7837, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s vehicle-safety hotline at 888-327-4236 or visit its website to check their vehicle identification number and learn more.
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