Recall 24V450 covers 2,013 2023-2024 Land Rover SUVs for cracked oil filter housings that can leak oil. Free repair at any franchised Land Rover dealer.
Land Rover is recalling 2,013 2023-2024 Defender, Discovery, Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, and Range Rover Velar vehicles because the oil filter housing can crack and leak oil into the engine compartment. Oil near hot engine or exhaust parts can increase the risk of a fire, and Land Rover dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The oil filter housing on these 2023-2024 Land Rover Defender, Discovery, Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, and Range Rover Velar vehicles holds the engine oil filter in place and seals pressurized oil inside the lubrication system. As the engine runs, oil passes through the filter to remove debris before it returns to moving engine parts. That housing has to stay sealed through heat, vibration, and pressure.
On affected vehicles, the housing was made with the wrong plastic specification. Over time, that plastic can crack. Once a crack opens, engine oil can leak from the housing and enter the engine compartment instead of staying inside the lubrication system. The issue is with the housing material, not with routine filter service.
There is no warning sign before failure. After a leak starts, warning signs include an oil smell, oil spots under the vehicle, smoke from oil contacting hot surfaces, or an oil-pressure warning if the engine loses enough oil.
Who's affected?
Covers five Land Rover SUV lines from 2023-2024, all tied to the same oil filter housing.
| 2024 Land Rover Defender | Filter/screen |
|---|---|
| 2024 Land Rover Range Rover Velar | Filter/screen |
| 2024 Land Rover Discovery | Filter/screen |
| 2024 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | Filter/screen |
| 2024 Land Rover Range Rover | Filter/screen |
| 2023 Land Rover Defender | Filter/screen |
| Units affected | 2,013 |
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?
An oil leak near hot engine or exhaust components increases the risk of a fire. If your VIN is included, schedule the dealer repair soon and limit driving until the filter housing, oil filter, and o-rings are replaced. Repair is free at any franchised Land Rover dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2023-2024 Land Rover Defender, Discovery, Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, or Range Rover Velar is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Land Rover dealer to schedule the free filter-housing, oil-filter, and o-ring replacement that fixes the housing that can crack and leak oil into the engine compartment.
- Bring the recall notice if Land Rover mailed one. If not, reference recall number 24V450 when you call.
- Watch for oil smells, smoke, or oil under the vehicle, and contact the dealer before driving if you notice them.
- Call Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837 with questions about the free repair.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Land Rover technician replaces the cracked oil filter housing, oil filter, and o-rings covered by the recall. The replacement parts and labor are free. Land Rover uses its general reimbursement plan for this campaign. If you already paid out of pocket for an oil filter housing repair tied to this defect, ask Land Rover customer service or the dealer how to submit documentation for reimbursement.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| June 17, 2024 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 17, 2024 | Dealer notification began |
| June 17, 2024 | Dealer notification ended |
| June 27, 2024 | Owner notification mailed |
| August 9, 2024 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| August 9, 2024 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 24V450?
Recall 24V450 covers 2,013 2023-2024 Land Rover Defender, Discovery, Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, and Range Rover Velar vehicles with an oil filter housing that can crack and leak oil into the engine compartment. Land Rover dealers will replace the filter housing, oil filter, and o-rings for free.
What should I do if my 2023-2024 Land Rover Defender, Discovery, Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, or Range Rover Velar is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Land Rover is included in recall 24V450. If it is, contact a franchised Land Rover dealer to schedule replacement of the filter housing, oil filter, and o-rings. Reference Land Rover recall number N908 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Land Rover dealers will replace the filter housing, oil filter, and o-rings free of charge, including parts and labor.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is fire. If the oil filter housing cracks, oil can leak into the engine compartment. Oil contacting an ignition source, including hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
When did Land Rover notify owners?
Land Rover mailed owner notification letters on June 27, 2024. If you bought the vehicle used or never received a letter, the VIN check still decides whether your specific vehicle is included. A franchised Land Rover dealer can also reference recall number N908.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/24V450000 |
|---|---|
| Land Rover customer service | 1-800-637-6837 |
| NHTSA recall # | 24V450 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 24V450000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Remedy Instructions (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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