Recall 16V889 covers 220 2016-2017 Land Rover Discovery Sport and Range Rover Evoque vehicles for lower-control-arm fasteners. Repair is free at any franchised Land Rover dealer.
Land Rover is recalling 220 2016-2017 Range Rover Evoque and Discovery Sport SUVs because front lower control arm fasteners can fail after an assembly error, allowing the steering knuckle to separate. If that happens, handling is affected and crash risk increases; the Land Rover dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The front lower control arm on the 2016-2017 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque and Discovery Sport is part of the front suspension. It helps hold the front wheel assembly in position while the suspension moves over bumps and the steering knuckle turns the wheel when you steer. The fasteners at this joint keep those parts clamped together.
On affected vehicles, a manufacturing process error left the front lower control arm fasteners vulnerable to failure. If the fixing fails, the joint between the lower control arm and steering knuckle can separate. That separation changes how the front wheel is held and steered, so the vehicle no longer responds normally.
The warning sign named in the recall is a knocking noise from the front of the vehicle when joint failure is near. Owners also reported an ABS light or a misaligned steering wheel, both of which need dealer attention.
Who's affected?
Covers both Range Rover Evoque and Discovery Sport across the 2016 and 2017 model years, each tied to the lower control arm.
| 2016 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque | lower control arm |
|---|---|
| 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport | lower control arm |
| 2017 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque | lower control arm |
| 2017 Land Rover Discovery Sport | lower control arm |
| Units affected | 220 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific SUV.
What's the safety risk?
Fastener failure can let the front lower control arm separate from the knuckle, affecting vehicle handling and increasing crash risk. A knocking noise from the front of the vehicle signals joint failure is near; stop driving when that noise appears and call the dealer. Repair will be free at any franchised Land Rover dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016-2017 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque or Discovery Sport is included in this recall.
- Wait for Land Rover's repair notice before scheduling the dealer repair.
- Contact a franchised Land Rover dealer once the repair opens to schedule the free front lower-control-arm hardware replacement that secures the steering knuckle.
- Bring the recall notice if Land Rover mailed one. If not, reference recall number 16V889 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Stop driving and call the dealer if steering or handling feels abnormal.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Land Rover technician will replace the hardware that connects the front lower control arm to the steering knuckle. Because the remedy is listed as under development, do not assume the final repair appointment is open until Land Rover or the dealer confirms it. The final dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered. Land Rover has a general reimbursement plan on file for documented out-of-pocket repairs tied to this recall. Keep repair invoices and payment records so the service desk or Land Rover customer care can review them.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| December 9, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 13, 2016 | Dealer notification began |
| December 13, 2016 | Dealer notification ended |
| January 27, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
| January 30, 2017 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| January 30, 2017 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V889?
Recall 16V889 covers 220 2016-2017 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque and Discovery Sport vehicles with front lower control arm fasteners that can fail from an assembly error. If the steering knuckle separates, vehicle handling is affected and crash risk increases. Land Rover dealers replace the connecting hardware for free.
What should I do if my 2016-2017 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque or Discovery Sport is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 16V889. If it is, contact a franchised Land Rover dealer to schedule the front lower control arm hardware replacement. Reference recall number 16V889 or Land Rover recall Q650/Q651 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 16V889, a franchised Land Rover dealer replaces the hardware that connects the front lower control arm to the knuckle free of charge.
Is it safe to drive before recall 16V889 is repaired?
Recall 16V889 does not carry a do-not-drive order. The listed safety risk is loss of proper vehicle handling if the fasteners fail and the steering knuckle separates. Check your VIN, schedule the free repair if included, and ask the Land Rover dealer for guidance if the vehicle feels unstable.
What if I bought my Land Rover used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your Range Rover Evoque or Discovery Sport is included, then contact a franchised Land Rover dealer with recall number 16V889 or Q650/Q651.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V889000 |
|---|---|
| Land Rover customer service | 1-800-637-6837 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V889 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V889000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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