NHTSA Recall 20V143000: Software (electrical system) and exterior lighting
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,553 vehicles. It affects 2017–2018 Land Rover Discovery.
| NHTSA campaign | 20V143000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | N428 |
| Components | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › SOFTWARE; EXTERIOR LIGHTING |
| Report received | March 12, 2020 |
| Owner notification | April 13, 2020 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Discovery vehicles equipped with low line headlight assemblies. When towing a trailer with the trailer lights connected to the trailer socket and the vehicle's Daytime Running Lights (DRL) are on, the trailer lights may not function.
Safety risk
If the trailer lights are not working, following traffic won't be aware the vehicle is slowing down or stopping, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the Body Control Module software, free of charge. The recall began April 13, 2020. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N428.
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 20V143000
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.