Jaguar Land Rover Ireland Limited recalls certain Land Rover Defender model vehicles
Jaguar Land Rover Ireland Limited is recalling certain Land Rover Defender model vehicles due to a safety issue with the passenger airbag module that may tear during deployment. This could increase the risk of injury in a crash and cause burn injuries to occupants.
- Brand
- Jaguar Land Rover
- Product
- Land Rover Defender
- What to do
- Affected customers will be contacted to make an appointment with their local dealer or authorised repairer.
Recall campaign next steps
Jaguar Land Rover Ireland Limited will directly contact all affected customers advising them to make an appointment with their local dealer or authorised repairer, where necessary works will be carried out on vehicles.
If you believe your vehicle may be impacted by any of the recall(s) below, you can contact Jaguar Land Rover Ireland Limited on 01 489 3790 (open Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm) or alternatively, using the following web form.
Jaguar Land Rover Ireland Limited recalls certain Land Rover Defender model vehicles
06 February 2026
Jaguar Land Rover Ireland Limited is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain Land Rover Evoque model vehicles.
A safety issue has been identified whereby the passenger airbag module may tear during deployment as a result of improper folding during the airbag assembly process. A torn airbag cannot provide adequate protection to occupants and may increase the risk of injury in a crash. Hot gases could escape, causing burn injuries to occupants.
There are 519 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between 15 February 2019 and 14 December 2024.
Frequently asked questions
Is Land Rover Defender being recalled in Ireland?
Yes. Jaguar Land Rover Ireland Limited is recalling certain Land Rover Defender model vehicles due to a safety issue with the passenger airbag module that may tear during deployment. This could increase the risk of injury in a crash and cause burn injuries to occupants.
Why is Land Rover Defender being recalled?
The recall relates to a fire / burn hazard. Jaguar Land Rover Ireland Limited is recalling certain Land Rover Defender model vehicles due to a safety issue with the passenger airbag module that may tear during deployment. This could increase the risk of injury in a crash and cause burn injuries to occupants.
What should I do if I have this product?
Affected customers will be contacted to make an appointment with their local dealer or authorised repairer.
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