Recall 26V-163
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC recalled the 2026 Land Rover Defender: Seat belts (critical fasteners).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 26V-163
- Reported
- March 18, 2026
- Vehicles affected
- 582 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2026 Land Rover Defender vehicles. The third-row lower seat belt anchorage bracket may have an insufficient weld stud.
The risk
A seat belt assembly with an insufficient weld may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will replace the third-row lower seat belt anchorage bracket or the weld-stud on the bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 19, 2026. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at [removed]. Land Rover's numbers for this recall are D098 and D113.
Affected vehicles
- Land Rover Defender 2026