Recall 23V251 covers 5 2023 Land Rover Range Rover Sport SUVs with rear-light defects. Repair is free at a franchised Land Rover dealer.
Land Rover is recalling 5 2023 Range Rover Sport vehicles because incorrect rear taillights and brake lights do not illuminate correctly. The lighting problem can reduce visibility or confuse other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash; Land Rover dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The bodyside rear lamp on a 2023 Land Rover Range Rover Sport sits at the rear corner of the vehicle and shows other drivers where the vehicle is, when it is braking, and how wide it is at night. The brake light function is part of that same rear lighting system, so traffic behind you depends on it when you slow or stop.
On affected Range Rover Sport vehicles, the wrong rear lamp units were installed for the U.S. market. Because the lamp specification does not match the vehicle, the rear taillights do not illuminate correctly. The brake lights also do not illuminate correctly, which means a driver behind you gets less clear notice that the vehicle is stopping.
There is no warning sign before failure. The clearest clue is visual: rear lamps or brake lights that fail to illuminate correctly when someone checks them from behind the vehicle.
Who's affected?
| 2023 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | Tail lights |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 5 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2023 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
Taillights or brake lights that fail to illuminate correctly make the Range Rover Sport harder to see and confuse drivers behind you, increasing crash risk. Check the rear lights before driving at night or in traffic, and schedule the dealer inspection soon. Repair is free at any franchised Land Rover dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2023 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Land Rover dealer to schedule the free rear-taillight inspection and replacement that addresses rear lights and brake lights that do not illuminate correctly.
- Bring the owner letter if you have it, and reference recall number 23V251 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Use extra following distance and make sure other drivers can see your braking and turns.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Land Rover technician inspects the rear taillights and replaces any taillight assemblies covered by the recall that do not illuminate correctly. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. Out-of-pocket repairs already paid are handled through Jaguar Land Rover's new vehicle warranty program, not through a separate reimbursement program, because the affected 2023 Range Rover Sport vehicles are still under warranty. Ask the service desk how that warranty coverage applies if you have prior repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| April 6, 2023 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 20, 2023 | Dealer notification began |
| April 20, 2023 | Dealer notification ended |
| May 25, 2023 | Owner notification mailed |
| June 2, 2023 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| June 2, 2023 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 23V251?
Recall 23V251 covers 5 2023 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vehicles with incorrect rear taillights. The taillights and brake lights do not illuminate correctly, which can reduce visibility or confuse other drivers. Land Rover dealers will inspect and replace the rear taillights for free.
What should I do if my 2023 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 23V251. If it is, contact a franchised Land Rover dealer to schedule the rear taillight inspection and replacement. Reference recall number 23V251 or Land Rover recall N782 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the recall repair at no cost, and Land Rover dealers will inspect and replace the rear taillights, as needed, free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for included vehicles.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced visibility and confusion for other drivers. Rear taillights and brake lights that do not illuminate correctly can make it harder for traffic behind you to understand when you are braking or where your vehicle is, increasing crash risk.
When were owners notified about recall 23V251?
Land Rover mailed owner notification letters on May 25, 2023. If you bought the Range Rover Sport used or never received a letter, check your VIN and call a franchised Land Rover dealer with recall number 23V251 or Land Rover recall N782.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/23V251000 |
|---|---|
| Land Rover customer service | 1-800-637-6837 |
| NHTSA recall # | 23V251 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 23V251000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
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