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2003 Land Rover Freelander recalls
NHTSA has 5 safety recall campaigns on record for the 2003 Land Rover Freelander. Decode your VIN to confirm the exact vehicle.
Recall list
Exterior lighting:brake lights:switch
NHTSA 07V041000February 9, 200733,247 units
Problem: On certain sport utility vehicles, the brake lights may remain illuminated even when the brake pedal is not depressed. Hill descent control (hdc), traction control (tc) and cruise control warning lights may also be illuminated.
Risk: Failure to provide the proper signal when braking could lead to a crash without warning.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the brake lamp operation and where required, adjust and/or replace the brake light switches with new switches of the same design until a newly designed brake lamp switch is available in may 2007. Owners will then be re-notified to bring their vehicles in for the new brake light switch. An interim letter for the initial inspection was mailed on march 26, 2007. The second letter for replacement of the switches was mailed beginning july 30, 2007. Owners may contact land rover at 1-80-637-6837.
Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch
NHTSA 05V300000June 28, 20051,941 units
Problem: On certain five door sport utility vehicles, it is possible to operate the interior door handle to open the door when the child safety lever is in the "on" position.
Risk: The occupant may open the door inadvertently while the vehicle is in motion and fall out into the traffic, personal injuries could occur.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the latch assembly. The recall began on september 8, 2005. Owners should contact land rover at 1-800-637-6837.
Structure:frame and members
NHTSA 04V489000October 7, 20044 units
Problem: On certain sport utility vehicles, an incorrect weld nut was installed. Lack of this bolt could eventually cause the subframe to crack or become deformed.
Risk: A cracked or deformed subframe could potentially lead to instability of the vehicle, which could result in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the vehicle to see if the subframe fixing is correctly fitted and clamped up. If necessary, the subframe will be replaced with a new one that has correct weld nuts. The manufacturer has not yet provided an owner notification schedule. Owners should contact land rover at 1-800-637-6837.
Structure:body:roof and pillars
NHTSA 04V347000July 12, 200431,049 units
Problem: Certain sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 201, "occupant protection in interior impact." during testing, the free motion head form registered a measurement marginally above the permitted 1000 head impact criteria. At the left and right hand a-pillar trim area.
Risk: In the event of a vehicle crash, personal injury to occupants may occur.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the a-pillar trim with a revised component that enables the vehicle to fully meet the requirements of fmvss 201. The recall began on december 6, 2005. Owners should contact land rover at 1-800-637-6837.
Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch
NHTSA 04V207000May 5, 20043,194 units
Problem: On certain sport utility vehicles, the child door lock on the left hand rear door can become disengaged.
Risk: This could lead to a child being able to open a rear door while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the left hand rear latch. The recall began december 4, 2004. Owners should contact land rover at 1-800-637-6837.
Source: NHTSA recall database. A recall applies to vehicles built in a specific date range; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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Questions
How many recalls does the 2003 Land Rover Freelander have?
NHTSA records list 5 safety recall campaigns for the 2003 Land Rover Freelander.
How do I know if my 2003 Land Rover Freelander has an open recall?
Enter your VIN on NHTSA.gov's recall lookup (nhtsa.gov/recalls). It shows unrepaired recalls for your exact vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.