2001 Land Rover Discovery II recalls
There are 5 safety recalls on record for the 2001 Land Rover Discovery II, covering 225,889 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.
All recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
Recall number 04V005000 · Recall details
Engine and engine cooling
- What is wrong
- On certain sport utility vehicles, the active cornering enhancement (ace) pump banjo bolt looses torque and allows fluid to leak past the joint.
- Risk
- 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.
Recall number 04V006000 · Recall details
Vehicle speed control
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
Recall number 02V028000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
- What is wrong
- On certain sport utility vehicles, contamination of an anti-lock braking system (ABS) sensor can cause the ABS electronic control unit (ecu) to incorrectly interpret the sensor signal, resulting in inappropriate ABS activation.
- Risk
- This can lead to an increase in braking distance that is unanticipated by the driver.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a new ecu. 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.
Recall number 02V022000 · Recall details
Equipment: mechanical: winch
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with warn industries' winch kits. A power interrupt solenoid, possibly included in the winch assembly, can develop an electrical leak path to ground.
- Risk
- This can lead to the solenoid experiencing excessive heat, which could potentially lead to a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will call owners to arrange for an inspection time to determine if a defective power interrupt solenoid was installed. If it was, the solenoid will be replaced. Owner notification began august 13, 2001. 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.
Recall number 01V229001 · Recall details
Questions about the 2001 Land Rover Discovery II recalls
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Do I have to pay for a recall repair?
No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.
How many recalls does the 2001 Land Rover Discovery II have?
5, covering service brakes, hydraulic, engine and engine cooling and vehicle speed control.
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