United StatesCertain 2026 Land Rover Defender vehicles (six potentially affected) are being recalled because the fuel tank was improperly manufactured with walls that are too thin, which may leak fuel in a crash and increase the risk of fire. Dealers will replace the fuel tank free of charge; owner letters were mailed June 19, 2026, and owners can contact Land Rover customer service at 800-637-6837 (manufacturer recall D127, NHTSA campaign 26V263000).
What's being recalled
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2026 Land Rover Defender vehicles. The fuel tank was improperly manufactured with walls that are too thin.
How to identify it
NHTSA campaign 26V263000; Manufacturer campaign D127
The hazard
In the event of a crash, an improperly manufactured fuel tank may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.
What to do
Dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed June 19, 2026. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is D127.
The official notice
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