Recall 23V393 affects 29,861 2017-2020 Land Rover Discovery vehicles for UniLatch defects that leave rear doors unsecured. Free repair at a franchised Land Rover dealer.
Land Rover is recalling 29,861 2017-2020 Discovery SUVs because the UniLatch Keyless Vehicle entry function can fail to latch the rear passenger doors, allowing them to open while driving. Doors that open on the road increase crash risk, and Land Rover dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The affected part on 2017-2020 Land Rover Discovery SUVs is the rear passenger door power lock latch used with the passive keyless entry and start system. That latch is the hardware that grabs and holds the door shut after it is closed. It also feeds door-status information to the instrument cluster, where the open-door warning light appears.
The defect is in the UniLatch keyless vehicle entry function. After a rear passenger door is closed, the latch function does not secure the door properly. A door that looks closed from the outside can open while the SUV is being driven. The same condition also affects the open-door warning light, so the driver is not assured an alert before moving.
There is no warning sign before failure. Do not rely on the instrument cluster light alone to confirm the rear passenger doors are latched.
Who's affected?
Across the 2017-2020 Discovery run, the recall ties the door latch hardware to the instrument-panel warning function for the same power lock latch.
| 2017 Land Rover Discovery | instrument panel |
|---|---|
| 2017 Land Rover Discovery | Latch |
| 2018 Land Rover Discovery | instrument panel |
| 2018 Land Rover Discovery | Latch |
| 2019 Land Rover Discovery | instrument panel |
| 2019 Land Rover Discovery | Latch |
| 2020 Land Rover Discovery | instrument panel |
| 2020 Land Rover Discovery | Latch |
| Units affected | 29,861 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
An unsecured rear passenger door can open while the vehicle is moving, increasing crash risk. If the instrument cluster does not warn about an unsecured door, occupants have less notice before a crash-related injury risk. Confirm your VIN 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 2017-2020 Land Rover Discovery is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Land Rover dealer to schedule the free UniLatch Keyless Vehicle entry update that disables the function linked to unsecured rear passenger doors.
- Bring the recall notice if Land Rover mailed one. If not, reference recall number 23V393 when you call.
- Check the rear passenger doors by hand before driving until the repair is complete; do not rely only on the open-door warning light.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Land Rover technician disables the UniLatch Keyless Vehicle entry function so it no longer controls rear passenger door latching under this recall. The recall repair is free, and dealer labor is covered by Land Rover. If you already paid for a repair of this defect, the Jaguar Land Rover reimbursement plan covers eligible out-of-pocket costs under its usual terms and conditions. Bring repair invoices, payment records, and related service paperwork to the dealer or contact Land Rover customer service to start the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| June 1, 2023 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 15, 2023 | Dealer notification began |
| June 15, 2023 | Dealer notification ended |
| July 26, 2023 | Owner notification mailed |
| July 28, 2023 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 23V393?
Recall 23V393 covers 29,861 2017-2020 Land Rover Discovery vehicles with a UniLatch Keyless Vehicle entry function that can fail to latch the rear passenger doors properly. The doors can open while driving, and the open-door warning light can fail to alert the driver.
What should I do if my 2017-2020 Land Rover Discovery is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Discovery is included in recall 23V393. If it is, contact a franchised Land Rover dealer to schedule the free UniLatch Keyless Vehicle entry function repair. Reference recall number 23V393 or Land Rover recall N798 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Land Rover's remedy for recall 23V393 is free. A franchised Land Rover dealer will disable the UniLatch Keyless Vehicle entry function at no charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is that a rear passenger door can open while the vehicle is moving. Recall 23V393 also covers a warning-light problem, so the instrument cluster can fail to alert the driver that a rear passenger door is unsecured.
What warning signs should I watch for?
Do not rely on the open-door warning light alone. In recall 23V393, the instrument cluster warning light can fail to alert the driver that rear passenger doors are unsecured. Before driving, confirm the rear passenger doors are fully closed and latched.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/23V393000 |
|---|---|
| Land Rover customer service | 1-800-637-6837 |
| NHTSA recall # | 23V393 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 23V393000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
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