Recall 23V252 affects 500 2022-2023 Land Rover Range Rover vehicles for an insufficient second-row seat-frame weld. Repair is free at any franchised Land Rover dealer.
Land Rover is recalling 500 2022-2023 Range Rover vehicles with seven seats because the second-row left seat frame was insufficiently welded. That defect can leave occupants less secure during sudden braking or a crash and increases the risk of injury; Land Rover dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The second-row left seat frame in affected 2022-2023 Land Rover Range Rover seven-seat vehicles supports the seat base and holds the latch that locks the seat in place. On the larger split section of the second row, that latch is part of the structure that keeps the seat secured when it is occupied, folded, or returned to its seating position.
The problem is the weld at the latch on the rear seat base frame. Land Rover found that the weld was not strong enough on certain frames, so the latch was installed on a frame that does not have the intended strength. If that weld separates, the seat section does not lock the way it was designed to lock.
Owners get a warning through the instrument cluster when the seat is not latched. If that warning appears, treat it as the sign that the second-row seat is not locked in place.
Who's affected?
Both model years involve the same rear seat base frame within the rear seat assembly.
| 2022 Land Rover Range Rover | seat assembly |
|---|---|
| 2023 Land Rover Range Rover | seat assembly |
| Units affected | 500 |
| 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 your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
An improperly welded second-row left seat frame can fail to hold occupants securely during sudden braking or a crash, increasing injury risk. If the instrument cluster shows a seat-latch warning, treat it as a reason to stop using that seat and schedule the inspection soon. Repair is free at any franchised Land Rover dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2022-2023 Land Rover Range Rover is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Land Rover dealer to schedule the free inspection and any needed second-row left seat frame replacement that fixes the insufficient weld.
- Bring the recall notice if Land Rover mailed one. If not, reference recall number 23V252 when you call.
- Avoid seating passengers in the second-row left seat until the dealer finishes the inspection and any needed replacement.
- Call Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837 with questions about scheduling or owner notification.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Land Rover technician inspects the second-row left seat frame and replaces the frame when the weld does not meet the recall repair standard. The inspection, replacement part, and labor are free under the recall. Out-of-pocket repairs already paid are handled through Land Rover's new vehicle warranty, not through a separate reimbursement program, because the affected vehicles remain under warranty. Ask the service desk how warranty coverage applies to any 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 |
| June 1, 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 23V252?
Recall 23V252 covers 500 2022-2023 Land Rover Range Rover vehicles with seven seats. The second-row left seat frame has an insufficient weld risk, and the frame can fail to adequately secure occupants during sudden braking or a crash. Land Rover dealers will inspect and replace the frame for free.
What should I do if my 2022-2023 Land Rover Range Rover is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Range Rover is included in recall 23V252. If it is, contact a franchised Land Rover dealer to schedule the second-row left seat frame inspection. The dealer will replace the frame if needed, free of charge.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Land Rover dealers will inspect and replace the affected second-row left seat frame as needed for free. Reference Land Rover recall number N783 when you call the dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is occupant restraint in the second row. If the left seat frame was improperly welded, it can fail to hold occupants securely during sudden braking or a crash, increasing injury risk. The repair path is a free dealer inspection and frame replacement if needed.
What if I bought the Range Rover used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to see whether your specific 2022-2023 Range Rover is included, then call a franchised Land Rover dealer and reference recall 23V252 or Land Rover number N783.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/23V252000 |
|---|---|
| Land Rover customer service | 1-800-637-6837 |
| NHTSA recall # | 23V252 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 23V252000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →