Land Rover · Defender · 2026
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The 2026 Land Rover Defender has 1 recall and 0 owner-reported complaints on file with NHTSA.
Source: NHTSA Public Records · Updated Apr 22, 2026
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Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2026 Land Rover Defender vehicles. The third-row lower seat belt anchorage bracket may have an insufficient weld stud.
Remedy Status
Dealers will replace the third-row lower seat belt anchorage bracket or the weld-stud on the bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed May 15, 2026. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 800-637-6837. Land Rover's numbers for this recall are D098 and D113.
No complaints on record for this vehicle.
The 2026 Land Rover Defender has 1 recall recorded by NHTSA.
NHTSA has received 0 owner-reported complaints for the 2026 Land Rover Defender.
NHTSA has not published a safety rating for the 2026 Land Rover Defender.
Complaint data is available on this page. Browse the complaints section above for details.
Yes. NHTSA has 1 recall on record for the 2026 Land Rover Defender. Scroll up to review the published recall summaries, consequences, and remedies. To check for unrepaired recalls on your specific vehicle, use your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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