NHTSA Recall 05V376000: Storage (fuel system)
LAND ROVER reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 17,263 vehicles. It affects 2005 Land Rover LR3.
| NHTSA campaign | 05V376000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | B016 |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › STORAGE |
| Report received | August 29, 2005 |
| Owner notification | October 24, 2005 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Some sport utility vehicles may have fuel tanks that contain an internal breather pipe that was not made to specification. This could result in excessive swelling and cracking of a grommet and subsequent detachment of the breather pipe from a connector tube. When the fuel level in the tank is above the level of the detached joint, fuel may then enter the breather pipe.
Safety risk
The driver may notice fuel odor, drivability concerns such as hesitation, misfire, stalling, rough running, or difficulty in starting and the 'check engine' light may be illuminated. If the amount of fuel flowing into the breather pipe reaches the vapor canister and exceeds its capacity, the excess fuel may be discharged onto the ground. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel tanks. The recall began on october 24, 2005. Owners may contact land rover at 1-800-637-6837.
Notes
Land rover recall no. B016.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 05V376000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Land Rover LR3 | 2005 |
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.