Land Rover Freelander recalls
Recalls to 31 Oct 2026, from DVSA's file. Each recall shows its own launch date.
DVSA lists 12 safety recalls naming the Land Rover Freelander, launched from 1998 to 2015. Most recalls cover only cars built in certain dates or chassis number ranges, so check a specific car on GOV.UK's recall check.
Land Rover Freelander recalls at a glance
- Recalls
- 12
- 1998 to 2015
- Latest recall
- 7 October 2015
- R/2015/186
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
Every Land Rover Freelander recall
Newest first. The concern is the part or system affected, the defect is what can go wrong, and the remedy is what the manufacturer does to put it right.
FIRE MAY OCCUR
R/2015/186, launched 7 October 2015, 429 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The controller circuit for the Positive Temperature Coefficient (PTC) Heater fitted to affected vehicles may short circuit. This normally results in flat battery but may also cause non starting Additionally the short circuit may cause a distinct smell from hot and/or melted components which in extreme circumstances may develop in to a fire. All of these symptoms can occur when the vehicle is in use or parked and unattended.
Remedy: On affected vehicles replace PTC with latest design version.
FIRE MAY OCCUR
R/2013/091, launched 27 August 2013, 49,104 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Range Rover
Defect: It is possible that a leak can occur between the injector spill rail connection and the plastic fuel return pipe. This can cause leakage of fuel which can either pool on the engine cylinder head and then become deposited onto the road surface where it could cause a skid risk to other motorist or if the fuel comes into contact with extremely hot engine components an exhaust manifold for instance it is possible that an under bonnet fire could ensue.
Remedy: Recall all affected vehicles inspect the fuel spill rail/return pipe and if required replace the spill rail with a new modified rail.
FIRE MAY OCCUR
R/2008/187, launched 23 December 2008, 28,924 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: A short circuit may occur in the PTC heater which could result in the battery discharging a smell from hot/melted components or in the worst case fire.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the PTC heater and condensation drain tube with the latest specification components.
BOOSTER HEATER -POSSIBILITY THAT VEHICLE MAY CATCH FIRE
R/2008/125, launched 2 October 2008, 28,871 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: It has been identified that the controller circuit of the Positive Temperature Coefficient (PTC) the supplementary cabin heater may short circuit. This normally results in draining of the battery and a non start situation.Additionally the short circuit may lead to a distinct smell from hot/melted components which in extreme circumstances may develop into a fire. It is noted that all of the above symptoms can occur when the vehicle is in use or parked unattended.
Remedy: Authorised repairers will disable the PTC operation until such time as replacement parts of the latest specification become available.
SUNROOF MAY DETACH
R/2008/024, launched 7 April 2008, 11,169 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Failure of either the left or right side guide rail could cause the sun roof to become detached from its operating mechanism and bind. In certain circumstances the glass panel can become detached.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to install retention inserts to both sides of the glass panel guide rails.
LEFT HAND REAR DOOR CHILD SAFETY LOCK LEVER MAY FAIL
R/2005/083, launched 7 September 2005, 9,834 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Should the outer door handle of the left hand rear door be operated whilst the child lock is engaged this may permit the door to be opened by operation of the interior handle.
Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the suspect locks inspected and replaced if found to be defective.
INCORRECT NUT INSTALLED INTO REAR SUBFRAME
R/2004/165, launched 12 January 2005, 129 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: M12 weld nuts has been incorrectly installed by a body panel supplier into the rear subframe mountings instead of the correct M14 weld nuts. A bolt that locates the frame to the body did not fit into this nut and was not installed at the vehicle assembly plant. Lack of this bolt could eventually cause the subframe to crack and become deformed. A deformed subframe could potentially lead to instability of the vehicle.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that may be affected and inspect the subframe fixing for fitment and correct clamping. If an incorrect subframe fixing is identified the subframe will be removed and the body panel will be repaired with a new weld nut.
INCORRECT MANUFACTURER OF THE PASSENGER AIRBAG
R/2004/184, launched 4 November 2004, 610 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The deflector panel contained in the passenger side air-bag module may not have been manufactured to the correct specification. This may result in unsatisfactory performance of the deflector panel's structural integrity during air bag deployment. This could result in damage of the air bag that could allow the release of a fragment of the deflector panel into the passenger compartment.
Remedy: Recall the affected vehicles and replace the defective component with a quality assured one.
POSSIBILITY OF THE LEFT HAND CHILD LOCK DISENGAGING
R/2004/076, launched 11 August 2004, 3,090 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: It has been identified that if the left hand rear door is repeatedly operated with the child lock engaged disengagement of the lock can occur. This will allow the door to be opened from the inside when it is believed to be locked. This is due to the incorrect setting of the hot melt riveting machine.
Remedy: Recall all the affected vehicles and replace the left hand rear door lock with a quality assured component.
DIAGNOSTIC CONNECTOR CONCERN.
R/2002/041, launched 5 November 2002, 22,624 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: When some scan tools are connected to the diagnostic connector on the vehicle they expect to see a vehicle ground on pin 5 of the diagnostic connector. Pin 5 of the diagnostic connector has no wire in place to supply a ground point. It is a legal requirement in NAS and for EOBD certified vehicles in the EU to have a vehicle ground in pin 5.
Remedy: Recall affected vehicles and fit a pin to position 5 on the diagnostic connector and splice to the existing earth point.
INSECURITY OF FRONT SEAT BACKREST.
R/2001/017, launched 22 October 2001, 4,368 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Defender
Defect: The front seats may not latch positively following operation of the seat tip lever. In consequence the seat squab (backrest) could attempt to fold forward if the vehicle should be brought to a very rapid stop.
Remedy: Affected vehicles will be recalled for examination of the operation and integrity of the front seat tip lever and latching mechanism. In cases where the mechanism is found to bind a new seat frame assembly will be fitted.
POSSIBLE FAILURE OF REAR SUSPENSION LOCATING LINKS
R/1998/080, launched 6 November 1998, 10,477 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Land Rover have identified a weld integrity concern associated with the rear suspension links on Freelander models. Should the weld fracture the stability of the rear hub assembly could be impaired. This may cause the vehicle to deviate from a straight line under normal driving conditions. To protect the long term integrity of these components Land Rover are implementing recall action on all Freelander models within the affected VIN range.
Remedy: Recall affected vehicles and replace the rear suspension links with quality assured units.
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
What to do next
If you own a Land Rover Freelander, check its registration on GOV.UK and ask a Land Rover dealer whether any recall work is outstanding. If you are buying one, ask the seller for proof the work was done, and run a Motoring Insider history check for finance, write-offs and the MOT history.