Vehicle recallDVSA
Land Rover Defender, Discovery and other models recalled over a tyre or wheel defect
A concern has been identified on certain AJ20-D6 engines where the Front End Auxiliary Drive (FEAD) belt idler pulley may over-rotate following a high torsion input and lead to a clash with and damage to the oil pressure and temperature sensor. A damaged oil pressure and temperature sensor can lead to an oil leak from the engine which can result in a slip hazard for following road users particularly two-wheeled vehicles.
Check your product
Only vehicles within the listed VIN ranges or build dates are covered. A franchised dealer can confirm from your VIN.
5 identifiers listed for this notice.
Defender
- Build datesThe build or first registration date is on the V5C.
- 03/06/2024 – 18/04/2026
- Manufacturer referenceThe manufacturer’s own campaign number. Quote it to the dealer.
- E005
Discovery
- Build dates
- 03/07/2024 – 17/04/2026
- Manufacturer reference
- E005
Range Rover
- Build dates
- 03/01/2024 – 06/12/2024
- Manufacturer reference
- E005
Range Rover Sport
- Build dates
- 03/01/2024 – 28/06/2024
- Manufacturer reference
- E005
Range Rover Velar
- Build dates
- 03/06/2024 – 17/04/2026
- Manufacturer reference
- E005
What to do now
A tyre or wheel defect affects some Land Rover Defender, Discovery and other models.
- Check whether your vehicle is affected using its registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer.
- Contact a franchised dealer to book the free repair.
- Keep the manufacturer’s recall letter if you receive one, and update your address on the V5C so future letters reach you.
Why it matters. Tyre and wheel failures at speed can cause loss of control.
Repairs and costs
Manufacturers contact registered keepers using DVLA records, but letters can go astray. You can book the free repair yourself once you know your vehicle is affected.
The DVSA monitors recalls and can be contacted if a manufacturer or dealer does not act.
From the official notice
Published by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (R/2026/241). Quoted as issued.
Summary
A concern has been identified on certain AJ20-D6 engines where the Front End Auxiliary Drive (FEAD) belt idler pulley may over-rotate following a high torsion input and lead to a clash with and damage to the oil pressure and temperature sensor. A damaged oil pressure and temperature sensor can lead to an oil leak from the engine which can result in a slip hazard for following road users particularly two-wheeled vehicles.
Defect
A concern has been identified on certain AJ20-D6 engines where the Front End Auxiliary Drive (FEAD) belt idler pulley may over-rotate following a high torsion input and lead to a clash with and damage to the oil pressure and temperature sensor. A damaged oil pressure and temperature sensor can lead to an oil leak from the engine which can result in a slip hazard for following road users particularly two-wheeled vehicles.
Remedy
Vehicles will have the Front-End Auxiliary Drive (FEAD) idler pulley replaced.
Models
Defender, Discovery, Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, Range Rover Velar
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Questions
Why are Land Rover Defender, Discovery and other models being recalled?
A tyre or wheel defect affects some Land Rover Defender, Discovery and other models. Tyre and wheel failures at speed can cause loss of control.
How do I know if my vehicle is affected?
Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker or ask a franchised dealer, who can check your VIN against the manufacturer’s campaign. The VIN ranges and build dates published by the DVSA are listed on this page.
What should I do now?
Check whether your vehicle is affected using its registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer. Contact a franchised dealer to book the free repair.
Will the repair cost anything?
Manufacturers contact registered keepers using DVLA records, but letters can go astray. You can book the free repair yourself once you know your vehicle is affected. The DVSA monitors recalls and can be contacted if a manufacturer or dealer does not act.