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NHTSA Recall 18V139000: Defroster/defogger/hvac system (visibility)

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 7,090 vehicles. It affects 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar.

7,090
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2018
owners notified (April 16)
NHTSA campaign18V139000
Manufacturer campaignN143
ComponentVISIBILITY › DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
Report receivedMarch 1, 2018
Owner notificationApril 16, 2018
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2018 Range Rover Velar vehicles. The air inlet door linkages for the ventilation system may detach, preventing the system from clearing fog or condensation from the windshield and windows.

Safety risk

If condensation or fog cannot be cleared, the driver's visibility may be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software to control the length of movement of the ventilation actuator arm, free of charge. The recall began on April 16, 2018. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N143.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 18V139000

Make and modelModel years
Land Rover Range Rover Velar2018

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.