Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has announced a recall affecting over 250,000 vehicles in the United States following the identification of a potential issue related to the driver’s airbag system. The recall has been issued in coordination with the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
According to the safety regulator, the campaign covers select Land Rover Defender, Discovery and Range Rover models sold in the American market. The issue involves the driver’s airbag clockspring connector, which may be susceptible to corrosion over time.
If corrosion develops within the connector, it could interfere with the electrical connection required for proper airbag deployment during a collision. As a result, the driver’s airbag may not function as intended in certain crash scenarios, potentially increasing the risk of injury.
To address the concern, Jaguar Land Rover dealers will inspect the affected vehicles and apply a protective lubricant gel to the connector terminals. The repair will be carried out at no cost to customers.
Vehicle recalls are a common part of the automotive industry’s safety and quality assurance process, allowing manufacturers to address potential defects before they result in larger issues. Owners of affected vehicles are expected to be notified through the standard recall process and advised on the next steps for inspection and repair.
