Land rover discovery series ii 2002 suffering from seemingly random appearance of three warning lights (always together) ABS, traction control, hill descent. Known to many discovery owners as the three amigos these lights are apparently the result of a problem with the ABS modulator and land rover insists it is not a recall problem. As part and labor run about $ 1,800 and problem is widespread there seems to be a concern amongst owners that land rover is not dealing with this problem in an upfront fashion. Technical service bulletin (nhsta 10016118, # 700205) probably relates to this issue.
2002 Land Rover Discovery II: ABS light or ABS activating
6 of the 34 complaints about the 2002 Land Rover Discovery II describe ABS light or ABS activating.
- owner complaints
- 6
- of this car's complaints
- 18%
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 2 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
ABS light or ABS activating by model year
What owners say
The antilock brakes, hill descent and traction control lights illuminate on my land rover discovery on a regular basis. After research on the internet this is due to the ABS modulator, and is a common problem with this vehicle. However, no recall has been issued as yet with this part.
My ABS sensor is defective and my brakes failed and crashed into a parked car.
The brake pedal is very soft. The traction control and ABS lights flash on at-will. Took the vehicle into land rover anaheim hills who determined the ABS modulator is going out and will need to be replaced. Purchased the vehicle with approximately 74k miles. Mileage when taken to dealership was 78,490. Five days after purchasing vehicle, had the rear brake pads replaced; yet, no improvement on braking distance, feel of brake pedal. When pumping the brake pedal rapidly twice, the brakes stop responsively. Otherwise, the brake pedal depresses a number of inches before actually halting the vehicle.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 land rover discovery ii. All the warning indicator lights on the dashboard illuminated. The dealer stated that the ABS module had malfunctioned. The vehicle was not repaired. There was a the federal safety agency campaign id 04v005000 (service brakes), however; the manufacturer stated that her VIN was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was 67,000. The current mileage was 68,400.
"the federal safety agency recall campaign 04v005000" on the ABS valve cover bolt. After having the ABS modulator assembly valve covers strengthened and the retaining bolts replaced, the consumer was unable to stop the vehicle completely when the brake was applied. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, but mechanic could not duplicate the problem. *ak the consumer stated that the brakes failed twice within a 10 month period. The consumer stated that the brakes were noisy. *tc
Service bulletins that may apply
Related 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
Questions about the 2002 Land Rover Discovery II abs
Is ABS light or ABS activating a common problem on the 2002 Land Rover Discovery II?
6 of 34 owner complaints about the 2002 Land Rover Discovery II (18%) mention ABS light or ABS activating. The model year with the most reports is 2000.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2002 Land Rover Discovery II?
There is 1 recall and 2 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
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