Vehicle recallDVSA
Land Rover Discovery Sport, Range Rover Evoque and other models recalled over a fire risk
Vehicles have experienced thermal overload which may manifest in smoke or fire that may occur underneath the rear of the vehicle where the high voltage traction battery is located. The root cause is not yet known and investigations are continuing. A vehicle thermal overload condition such as fire or smoke can result in increased risk of occupant injury and/or injury to persons outside the vehicle as well as property damage.
Check your product
Only vehicles within the listed VIN ranges or build dates are covered. A franchised dealer can confirm from your VIN.
4 identifiers listed for this notice.
Discovery Sport
- Build datesThe build or first registration date is on the V5C.
- 07/07/2020 – 08/04/2025
- Manufacturer referenceThe manufacturer’s own campaign number. Quote it to the dealer.
- D080 D122
Range Rover Evoque
- Build dates
- 18/08/2020 – 22/05/2025
- Manufacturer reference
- D080 D122
Defender
- Build dates
- 01/10/2020 – 25/08/2025
- Manufacturer reference
- D080 D122
Range Rover Velar
- Build dates
- 14/12/2020 – 26/08/2025
- Manufacturer reference
- D080 D122
What to do now
There is a risk of fire on affected Land Rover Discovery Sport, Range Rover Evoque and other models.
- Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer to check the VIN.
- Book the recall work with a franchised dealer for the make. Recall repairs are carried out free of charge.
- Make sure the DVLA has your current address, as recall letters go to the registered keeper.
Why it matters. Vehicle fires can start while driving or parked. Some manufacturers advise parking outside until the repair is done.
Repairs and costs
Safety recall work is carried out by franchised dealers free of charge, whether or not you are the first owner and whether or not the vehicle is still under warranty.
If a dealer will not carry out the recall work, contact the manufacturer’s customer services and, if that does not resolve it, the DVSA.
From the official notice
Published by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (R/2025/553). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Vehicles have experienced thermal overload which may manifest in smoke or fire that may occur underneath the rear of the vehicle where the high voltage traction battery is located. The root cause is not yet known and investigations are continuing. A vehicle thermal overload condition such as fire or smoke can result in increased risk of occupant injury and/or injury to persons outside the vehicle as well as property damage.
Defect
Vehicles have experienced thermal overload which may manifest in smoke or fire that may occur underneath the rear of the vehicle where the high voltage traction battery is located. The root cause is not yet known and investigations are continuing. A vehicle thermal overload condition such as fire or smoke can result in increased risk of occupant injury and/or injury to persons outside the vehicle as well as property damage.
Remedy
Vehicles will be inspected by the retailer and as required at-risk battery packs will be replaced.
Models
Discovery Sport, Range Rover Evoque, Defender, Range Rover Velar
Open the DVSA notice
Questions
Why are Land Rover Discovery Sport, Range Rover Evoque and other models being recalled?
There is a risk of fire on affected Land Rover Discovery Sport, Range Rover Evoque and other models. Vehicle fires can start while driving or parked. Some manufacturers advise parking outside until the repair is done.
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?
Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer to check the VIN. Book the recall work with a franchised dealer for the make. Recall repairs are carried out free of charge.
Will the repair cost anything?
Safety recall work is carried out by franchised dealers free of charge, whether or not you are the first owner and whether or not the vehicle is still under warranty. If a dealer will not carry out the recall work, contact the manufacturer’s customer services and, if that does not resolve it, the DVSA.