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NHTSA Recall 04V203000: Storage (fuel system)

LAND ROVER reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 45,267 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Land Rover Discovery I.

45,267
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2005
owners notified (March 15)
NHTSA campaign04V203000
Manufacturer campaignB156
ComponentFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › STORAGE
Report receivedApril 12, 2004
Owner notificationMarch 15, 2005
Initiated byNHTSA Office of Defects Investigation

Defect

On certain sport utility vehicles, a stress crack can develop in the plastic fuel tanks.

Safety risk

Cracks which continue to propagate can ultimately result in signs of liquid fuel from the underside of the vehicle when filling the tank, particularly if overfilling is attempted. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, can result in a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the fuel tank. Owner notification began march 15, 2005. Owners should contact land rover at 1-800-637-6837.

Notes

Land rover recall no. B156.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Vehicles covered by recall 04V203000

Make and modelModel years
Land Rover Discovery I1994, 1995, 1996, 1997
Range Rover Classic1993, 1994, 1995

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.