NHTSA Recall 23V137000: Vehicle tether anchor (child seat) and mid/rear assembly (seats)
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 812 vehicles. It affects 2023 Land Rover Defender.
| NHTSA campaign | 23V137000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | N768 |
| Components | CHILD SEAT › VEHICLE TETHER ANCHOR; SEATS › MID/REAR ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | March 2, 2023 |
| Owner notification | April 24, 2023 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2023 Land Rover Defender 130 vehicles equipped with third-row seats. The third-row seatback latch may not latch properly, reducing the strength of a child seat installed to the top tether.
Safety risk
A child seat with reduced strength may not properly restrain the occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the third-row seat frame and components, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 24, 2023. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N768.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 23V137000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Land Rover Defender | 2023 |
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.