Recall 18V625 covers 86 2018 Land Rover Discovery, Range Rover Sport, and Range Rover vehicles with disabled AEB warnings. Free dealer software update.
Land Rover is recalling 86 2018 Discovery, Range Rover Sport, and Range Rover vehicles because a defect can disable the Autonomous Emergency Braking system without warning the driver. If AEB is not working when needed, crash risk increases; Land Rover dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The autonomous emergency braking system on the 2018 Land Rover Discovery, Range Rover Sport, and Range Rover is a driver-assist feature that watches the road ahead for a possible frontal collision. When it is working, the system can warn the driver and apply braking support if the vehicle detects an obstacle and the driver has not reacted in time. It is a backup layer, not a replacement for normal braking or driver attention.
On affected Land Rover SUVs, a software issue can leave the AEB feature unavailable. The problem is not a broken brake part; it is the vehicle software failing to keep the feature active and failing to tell the driver when AEB is off. Land Rover's repair path is to load updated software at an authorized repairer.
What owners notice is the problem. The instrument cluster does not display a warning message when AEB is unavailable, so the driver does not get a clear dashboard alert that the feature is not working.
Who's affected?
Spans 3 Land Rover SUV nameplates from the 2018 model year, all tied to automatic emergency braking.
| 2018 Land Rover Discovery | Automatic emergency braking |
|---|---|
| 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | Automatic emergency braking |
| 2018 Land Rover Range Rover | Automatic emergency braking |
| Units affected | 86 |
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 automatic emergency braking is unavailable, it will not step in when needed, and the driver will not see a warning message on the instrument cluster. That raises the risk of a crash, so keep full attention on traffic and schedule the software update soon. Repair is free at any franchised Land Rover dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018 Land Rover Discovery, Range Rover Sport, or Range Rover is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Land Rover dealer to schedule the free software update that addresses the AEB system being disabled without warning.
- Bring the recall notice if Land Rover mailed one. If not, reference recall number 18V625 when you call.
- Drive with extra following distance until the software update is complete, and do not rely on AEB to intervene.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Land Rover technician updates the vehicle software so the Autonomous Emergency Braking system gives the correct functional status. The software update and labor are free under recall 18V625. Land Rover has a general reimbursement plan on file for eligible out-of-pocket repairs paid before the recall notice. Bring dated receipts or repair documentation to the service desk, or contact Land Rover customer service to ask how to submit a claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| September 13, 2018 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 27, 2018 | Dealer notification began |
| September 27, 2018 | Dealer notification ended |
| October 17, 2018 | Owner notification mailed |
| November 9, 2018 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 18V625?
Recall 18V625 covers 86 2018 Land Rover Discovery, Range Rover Sport, and Range Rover vehicles with Autonomous Emergency Braking software that can be disabled without warning the driver. If AEB does not intervene when needed, crash risk increases. Land Rover dealers will update the vehicle software for free.
What should I do if my 2018 Land Rover Discovery, Range Rover Sport, or Range Rover is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Land Rover is included in recall 18V625. If it is, contact a franchised Land Rover dealer to schedule the free software update. Reference recall 18V625 or Land Rover recall number N227 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Land Rover's remedy says dealers will update the vehicle software free of charge. The free repair applies at a franchised Land Rover dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is that the Autonomous Emergency Braking system can be disabled without alerting the driver. If AEB does not intervene in a situation where the driver expects it to help, the risk of a crash increases.
What warning signs should I watch for?
There is no warning from the vehicle that the AEB system is not functional. That is why the VIN check matters. If your VIN is included, schedule the Land Rover software update instead of relying on a dashboard message to confirm the problem.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V625000 |
|---|---|
| Land Rover customer service | 1-800-637-6837 |
| NHTSA recall # | 18V625 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 18V625000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Misc. Document (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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