NHTSA Recall 23V789000: Critical fasteners (service brakes)
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 121 vehicles. It affects 2023 Land Rover Defender.
| NHTSA campaign | 23V789000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | N848 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › CRITICAL FASTENERS |
| Report received | November 22, 2023 |
| Owner notification | January 18, 2024 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2023 Land Rover Defender 130 vehicles modified for the TRek Off-Road Competition. The brake calipers may not be reinstalled properly, allowing the brake calipers to detach.
Safety risk
Detached brake calipers can reduce braking ability and cause structural wheel damage, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will reinstall the brake calipers, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 18, 2024. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N848.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 23V789000
| 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.