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2002-2004 Land Rover Freelander recall: roof and pillars

Land Rover reported this safety recall on July 12, 2004. It covers about 31,049 vehicles.

vehicles affected
31,049
reported
Jul 12, 2004
owners notified
Dec 6, 2004
related complaints
16

Structure: body: roof and pillars

What is wrong
Certain sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 201, "occupant protection in interior impact." during testing, the free motion head form registered a measurement marginally above the permitted 1000 head impact criteria. At the left and right hand a-pillar trim area.
Risk
In the event of a vehicle crash, personal injury to occupants may occur.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the a-pillar trim with a revised component that enables the vehicle to fully meet the requirements of fmvss 201. The recall began on december 6, 2005. Owners should contact land rover at 1‑800‑637‑6837.

Recall number 04V347000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 16 complaints about body problems.

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Questions about recall 04V347000

Is there a recall on the 2002-2004 Land Rover Freelander roof and pillars?

Yes. Recall 04V347000, reported on July 12, 2004, covers about 31,049 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 04V347000?

Dealers will replace the a-pillar trim with a revised component that enables the vehicle to fully meet the requirements of fmvss 201. The recall began on december 6, 2005. Owners should contact land rover at 1‑800‑637‑6837.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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