2020 Land Rover Defender recalls

7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Updated Nov 5, 2026.

This list covers the model year as a whole. Not every vehicle is affected by every recall; only the official NHTSA VIN lookup or a dealer can confirm yours.

All recalls

26V599000 · Jaguar Land Rover North America, LlcElectrical System recallThe DC-DC converter may malfunction due to an electrical overload that can occur during high power demand.ElectricalFree software update24KunitsSep 1726V389000 · Jaguar Land Rover North America, LlcAir Bags recallThe driver’s air bag clockspring connector may corrode, which can cause the air bag not to deploy as intended.Air bagsFree repair251KunitsJun 1226V248000 · Jaguar Land Rover North America, LlcElectrical System recallInsufficient electrical load balancing during times of high demand can lead to a current overload condition and malfunction of…ElectricalFree software update170KunitsApr 1723V044000 · Jaguar Land Rover North America, LlcEngine And Engine Cooling recallThe engine cam carrier oil channel may be blocked, which can lead to an oil leak.Engine & powertrainFree replacement6,724unitsFeb 202321V584000 · Jaguar Land Rover North America, LlcChild Seat recallThe owner's manual incorrectly states that the third-row seating is equipped with LATCH child seat restraints with top tethers.Seats & beltsFree repair7,027unitsJul 202121V435000 · Jaguar Land Rover North America, LlcExterior Lighting recallA voltage spike, triggered by a bright light shining on the rear of the vehicle, can cause the turn signals, brake lights, and…Camera, lights & visibilityFree replacement2,622unitsJun 202121V424000 · Jaguar Land Rover North America, LlcElectrical System recallThe Powertrain Control Module (PCM) may unexpectedly switch off while the vehicle is in motion, resulting in an engine stall with…ElectricalOver-the-air update163unitsJun 2021