NHTSA Recall 05V501000: Seat belts
LAND ROVER reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 548 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Land Rover LR3.
| NHTSA campaign | 05V501000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | B021 |
| Component | SEAT BELTS |
| Report received | November 1, 2005 |
| Owner notification | November 2, 2005 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Certain sport utility vehicles may have been built with a incorrectly built seat belt buckle mountings.
Safety risk
When the rear left hand second row seat belt is used, the buckle may not be fully retained. A seat occupant may not be properly restrained increasing the risk of personal injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the second row left hand seat belt buckle free of charge. The recall began november 2, 2005. Owners may contact land rover at 1-800-637-6837.
Notes
Land rover recall no. B021.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 05V501000
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.