Recall 05V300000: 2002–2005 Land Rover Freelander

Report received

Jun 28, 2005

Manufacturer

LAND ROVER

Potentially affected

1,941vehicles

Model years

2002–2005

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

On certain five door sport utility vehicles, it is possible to operate the interior door handle to open the door when the child safety lever is in the "on" position.

Possible consequence

The occupant may open the door inadvertently while the vehicle is in motion and fall out into the traffic, personal injuries could occur.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the latch assembly. The recall began on september 8, 2005. Owners should contact land rover at 1-800-637-6837.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2002 Land Rover Freelander226 complaints
• 2003 Land Rover Freelander140 complaints
• 2004 Land Rover Freelander69 complaints
• 2005 Land Rover Freelander16 complaints