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- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Problem
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2017 Land Rover Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, and Discovery vehicles. The fuel gauge on these vehicles may indicate that the fuel level is low and illuminate the warning lamp, when the fuel tank actually has more fuel. The engine management software may also cut off the engine when the vehicle has traveled approximately 17 more miles.
- Risk
- If the engine were to shut off, it can cause loss of power brake assistance. An engine stall would cause a loss of drive power. Both scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will install a software update to correct the fuel level reading, free of charge. The recall began on June 22, 2018. Owners may Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N206.
- 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
The fuel gauge on these vehicles can show a low fuel level and turn on the warning light even when the tank holds more fuel. The engine management software may also cut off the engine after about 17 more miles of travel. If the engine shuts off, power brake assistance can be lost, and an engine stall means a loss of drive power. Both situations can increase the risk of a crash.
Land Rover will notify owners, and authorized dealers will install a software update to correct the fuel level reading. The repair is free of charge. Owners can also contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837 with questions about this recall.
Check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls to confirm whether this repair is still outstanding on your vehicle, and schedule the free update at an authorized dealer.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Land Rover Discovery | 2017 |
|---|---|
| Land Rover Range Rover | 2017 |
| Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2017 |