2002 Land Rover Discovery II Recalls

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2002 Land Rover Discovery II. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 04V005000Jan 6, 2004100,174 vehicles potentially affected
  Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
  Covers: Land Rover Discovery II 1999–2004

  Reported issue: Certain sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standards no. 105, "hydraulic and electric brake systems," and no. 135, "passenger car brake systems." the anti-lock braking system (abs) modulator valve cover retaining bolts can crack due to stresses transmitted by the flexing valve covers.

  Possible consequence: This can produce an unexpected increase in stopping distance, with the potential for total loss of service braking function, which could result in a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will strengthen the abs modulator assembly valve covers and replace the retaining bolts. Owner notification is exepcted to begin during may 2004. Owners should contact land rover at 1-800-637-6837.

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• 04V006000Jan 6, 20045,264 vehicles potentially affected
  Engine and engine cooling
  Covers: Land Rover Discovery II 2000–2003

  Reported issue: On certain sport utility vehicles, the active cornering enhancement (ace) pump banjo bolt looses torque and allows fluid to leak past the joint.

  Possible consequence: The fluid from the pump joint can ignite, resulting in an under hood fire.

  Remedy: Dealers will inspect the vehicles for leakage. If no leakage is evident, the banjo bolt will be re-tightened. If leakage is evident, the banjo bolt and dowty washers will be replaced. Owner notification is expected to begin during may 2004. Owners should contact land rover at 1-800-637-6837.

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• 02V028000Jan 23, 200264,925 vehicles potentially affected
  Vehicle speed control
  Covers: Land Rover Discovery II 1999–2002

  Reported issue: On some sport utility vehicles, the accelerator cable could have become kinked during vehicle assembly, resulting in chaffing of the cable. Continued chaffing can lead to breakage of the interior cable strands.

  Possible consequence: Breakage of the cable strands can result in the throttle being stuck in the open position, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the damaged cables where necessary. Owner notification began march 6, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact land rover at 1-301-731-9040.

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