Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), a luxury British automobile maker belonging to Tata Motors of India, has thus far issued a large recall for more than 121,500 vehicles in the United States. This recall addresses a serious suspension defect that could put the risk of collision tremendously higher. Models affected have been produced over several years and include some of the most well-fought-for SUV names in JLR: Range Rover.
Reason behind the recall and suspension knuckle defect
The recall revolves around a defect in the front suspension knuckles- hardware components connecting the front wheel assemblies to crucial bits like the brake. As said by the authority-the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) of U.S.- aluminum suspension knuckles may crack with time. Unattended, these cracks can worsen until finally the upper suspension arm detaches from the vehicle.
If the upper suspension arm were to be detached and go uncontrolled, especially while emergency maneuvering, this could further raise the possible risk of crashing the vehicle. Even now, there have been no reports of accidents or injuries in the United States associated with this fact.
Affected models and years of manufacture
The recall mostly concerns two main lines of JLR vehicles:
- Range Rover
- Range Rover Sport
These vehicles were manufactured from 2014 to 2017, specifically:
- Certain 2014 models
- All 2015 to 2017 models built from October 1, 2014, to November 10, 2017
The total impact estimate works out to approximately:
- 54,720 units of Range Rover
- 66,789 units of Range Rover Sport
This recall now includes and supplements the 2024 recall of limited Range Rover vehicles with similar problems concerning suspension.
Recall investigation and origin
Upon receiving several complaints about fractures in the front steering knuckles of vehicles made by JLR, the NHTSA initiated an inquiry commencing June 2025. The investigation began with a total of 91,856 Range Rover Sport models.
Interestingly, it was first flagged for suspension defect by Transport Canada, which had been observing similar issues on Range Rover Sport vehicles in its territory, supposedly incited by extreme weather and temperature fluctuations. The defect was deemed to be linked to parts supplied by SuperAlloy Industrial (SAI) from Taiwan.
What JLR is doing to fix the problem
Jaguar Land Rover will contact the owners of the cars involved by mail; notification letters are anticipated to be sent no later than September 30, 2025. A free inspection and repair program is available across all dealerships:
- Technicians will check the front suspension knuckles for signs of cracking.
- If no cracks are found, a purpose-designed retaining bracket is fitted as a preventative safety measure.
- Should cracking be detected, the entire knuckle assembly will be replaced free of charge.
Meanwhile, any vehicle owner wishing to verify their vehicle’s recall status can use the NHTSA VIN lookup tool or contact Jaguar Land Rover customer services.
Impact on Jaguar Land Rover and Tata Motors
The recall comes at a crunch time for JLR showing declining demand due to the U.S. tariffs. The immediate grim reports by Tata Motors suggested a steep decline of 62.2% in quarterly profit compared to last year, at least partly due to low sales volumes for JLR and tariff-related pressure.
Yet, these hindrances do not deter JLR from ensuring customer safety with regards to the suspension defect on a priority basis. This whole exercise reflects an ongoing commitment to quality and safety assurance in one of the most elite luxury car brands in the world.
What owners should do
Jaguar Land Rover owners of possibly affected Range Rovers and Range Rover Sports should:
- Look out for notification letters from Jaguar Land Rover by late September.
- Make an appointment for a free inspection as soon as possible with an authorized dealership.
- Do not disregard anything abnormal regarding the suspension, like strange noises or problems with steering.
- Confirm the recall status by making use of the NHTSA VIN lookup or calling JLR customer service.
This huge recall, carrying over 121,500 vehicles, fully affirms how very much vigilance is needed in automotive safety and consumer protection. The proactive measures taken by Jaguar Land Rover seek to ensure that drivers and passengers alike are not injured as a result of their suspension components failing.
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