Land Rover has recalled 250,857 U.S. SUVs over a driver-airbag clockspring connector that can corrode and prevent deployment in a crash. The company says no injuries or crashes have been reported, and dealers will apply a free protective lubricant to fix the issue.
Land Rover is recalling 250,857 SUVs in the U.S. over a driver-airbag problem that could prevent the airbag from deploying in a crash, according to recall reporting and NHTSA consumer information.
The recall covers 2020-2026 Defender models, 2021-2026 Discovery models and 2022-2026 Range Rover models. Land Rover said it was not aware of any crashes or injuries tied to the issue when the filing was made.
What the recall covers
The problem involves the driver’s airbag clockspring connector. Over time, corrosion can build up in the connector, increasing electrical resistance and potentially stopping the airbag from deploying when it is needed most.
Reporting on the filing said an engineering analysis found the airbag warning lamp could illuminate 300 to 400 miles before the connector reaches the point where deployment fails.
Timeline for owners
Land Rover said owner notification letters are scheduled to begin on Aug. 7, 2026. The repair will be free.
Dealers will apply a protective lubricant to the connector terminals. Land Rover has also already added the same lubricant in current production vehicles as part of the assembly process.
What owners should do
Owners can check recall status through NHTSA’s recall lookup page and should wait for the official notice or contact a dealer if they believe their vehicle may be affected.
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