2026 Land Rover Defender: Fuel System, Gasoline recall
NHTSA campaign 26V263000 · 6 units potentially affected · filed Apr 23, 2026
Fuel systemFree replacement
6units affected
Fuel systemsystem
Apr 23, 2026report filed
Jun 17, 2026owner letters
1
What's wrong
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.
2
Why it matters
In the event of a crash, an improperly manufactured fuel tank may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.
3
The fix
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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 26V263000
- Manufacturer no.
- D127
- Manufacturer
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, Llc
- Component
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
- Units affected
- 6
- Report received
- Apr 23, 2026
- Owner letters
- Jun 17, 2026
- Type
- Vehicle
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