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- VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
- Problem
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2018 Range Rover Velar vehicles. The air inlet door linkages for the ventilation system may detach, preventing the system from clearing fog or condensation from the windshield and windows.
- Risk
- If condensation or fog cannot be cleared, the driver's visibility may be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software to control the length of movement of the ventilation actuator arm, free of charge. The recall began on April 16, 2018. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N143.
- 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.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
On certain vehicles, the air inlet door linkages for the ventilation system may detach. When this happens, the system may not be able to clear fog or condensation from the windshield and windows.
If condensation or fog cannot be cleared, the driver's view may be reduced, which increases the risk of a crash. Owners should be alert to fogged or clouded glass and have the vehicle checked promptly.
The remedy is free. Dealers will update the vehicle software to control the length of movement of the ventilation actuator arm. Owners can check whether their VIN has open recalls and contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Land Rover Range Rover Velar | 2018 |
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