Recall 16V942 covers 13,500 2016-2017 Land Rover Range Rover models and Discovery Sport vehicles for faulty pretensioners. Repair is free at Land Rover dealers.
Land Rover is recalling 13,500 2016-2017 Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, and Discovery Sport vehicles because a defect can keep the front seatbelt pretensioners from working properly in a crash. If the pretensioners fail, front-seat occupants are not adequately restrained, which raises injury risk; Land Rover dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The seatbelt pretensioner in a 2016-2017 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, Range Rover, or Discovery Sport is part of the restraint system. In a crash, it is designed to pull the seatbelt tight in a split second, reducing slack so the belt can hold the occupant in the correct position.
On affected vehicles, the pretensioner has a problem with the generant, the gas-producing material that drives that tightening action. Land Rover traced the defect to a mix ratio that was outside specification. If the pretensioner does not activate as designed during a crash, the belt leaves more slack than intended and provides less restraint.
There is no warning sign before failure. The seatbelt can look and latch normally, so the VIN check decides whether this defect applies to the vehicle.
Who's affected?
Spans Range Rover Sport, Range Rover, and Discovery Sport across 2016-2017, all involving the seat belt pretensioner.
| 2017 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | seat belt |
|---|---|
| 2017 Land Rover Range Rover | seat belt |
| 2016 Land Rover Range Rover | seat belt |
| 2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | seat belt |
| 2017 Land Rover Discovery Sport | seat belt |
| Units affected | 13,500 |
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?
If the front seat seatbelt pretensioners fail to work, front-seat occupants can be left without adequate restraint during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Until the inspection and any needed replacement are complete, use caution and schedule the dealer repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Land Rover dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016-2017 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, Range Rover, or Discovery Sport is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Land Rover dealer to schedule the free front seat belt inspection and replacement that restores proper pretensioner function.
- Bring the recall notice if Land Rover sent one. Reference recall number 16V942 and Land Rover recall P095 when you call.
- Call Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837 with questions before your dealer visit.
- Avoid delaying the dealer appointment; this recall involves inadequate occupant restraint in a crash.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Land Rover technician inspects the front seat belt assemblies and replaces any assembly that does not pass inspection. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. If you already paid out of pocket for a seat belt assembly repair tied to this recall, bring receipts or repair paperwork and ask Land Rover customer service or the dealer about reimbursement under Land Rover's plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| December 28, 2016 | Dealer notification began |
|---|---|
| December 28, 2016 | Dealer notification ended |
| December 29, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
| February 20, 2017 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| April 24, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V942?
Recall 16V942 covers 13,500 2016-2017 Land Rover Range Rover and Range Rover Sport vehicles, plus 2017 Land Rover Discovery Sport vehicles, with front seatbelt pretensioners that can fail in a crash. Land Rover dealers will inspect the front seat belt assemblies and replace them for free if needed.
What should I do if my 2016-2017 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, 2016-2017 Land Rover Range Rover, or 2017 Land Rover Discovery Sport is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 16V942. If it is, contact a franchised Land Rover dealer to schedule the front seat belt assembly inspection. Reference recall number 16V942 or Land Rover recall number P095 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Land Rover dealers will inspect the front seat belt assemblies and replace them as needed free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is weaker crash protection for front-seat occupants. If the front seatbelt pretensioners do not work properly in a crash, occupants are not adequately restrained, increasing the risk of injury. The dealer repair addresses the front seat belt assemblies.
What if I bought the 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 specific Land Rover is included, then call a franchised Land Rover dealer and reference recall number 16V942.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V942000 |
|---|---|
| Land Rover customer service | 1-800-637-6837 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V942 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V942000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- 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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