2023 Land Rover Defender Recall: Brake calipers may not be reinstalled properly, allowing the brake…
NHTSA campaign 23V789000 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · filed Nov 22, 2023 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2023 Land Rover Defender 130 vehicles modified for the TRek Off-Road Competition. The brake calipers may not be reinstalled properly, allowing the brake calipers to detach.
The risk
Detached brake calipers can reduce braking ability and cause structural wheel damage, increasing the risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Dealers will reinstall the brake calipers, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 18, 2024. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N848.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Land Rover | Defender | 2023 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 23V789000 (manufacturer number N848). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.