Over 121,500 vehicles manufactured by Jaguar Land Rover to be recalled in the United States due to a suspect suspension system issue.
Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has announced a recall of over 121,500 U.S. Range Rover and Range Rover Sport vehicles from model years 2014 to 2017[1][2][4]. The recall is a result of a defect in the front suspension upper knuckle joint that can crack and potentially cause the upper suspension arm to detach, increasing the risk of a crash[1][2][4].
The recall was initiated following a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) investigation that began in June 2023 after multiple owners reported front steering knuckle fractures. Jaguar Land Rover recorded 110 complaints related to the defect but no reported accidents or injuries so far[1][3].
The defect involves the aluminum front suspension knuckle, sourced from SuperAlloy Industrial Co. Ltd in Taiwan, which can develop cracks where it connects to the upper control arm ball joint[1][3]. Under certain environmental conditions and extreme maneuvers, this crack can worsen and cause the upper suspension arm to detach, compromising steering control and vehicle handling[1][3].
Owners will be notified by the manufacturer, with dealer notifications starting August 19, 2025, and owner alerts expected by September 30, 2025. Dealers will inspect affected vehicles and offer a free repair: either replacing cracked knuckles or installing a reinforcing bracket if no cracking is found to prevent future fractures[1][2][4].
The recall expands and replaces a prior NHTSA recall (24V840), indicating a broader scope of affected vehicles. The total number of recalled vehicles includes approximately 66,789 Range Rover Sport models built at the Solihull Plant with suspension components from the specified supplier[3].
Potential implications include an increased safety risk due to possible loss of steering control under certain conditions, the need for urgent dealer inspections and repairs to prevent crashes, increased dealer workload, and potential impact on Jaguar Land Rover's brand reputation and warranty costs. The NHTSA will continue to monitor the situation for any further incidents or injuries related to this defect[1][2][4].
Owners of affected vehicles should verify recalls via the NHTSA website or contact Jaguar Land Rover to ensure timely repair. Dealership repairs are provided at no charge under federal law[1][2][4].
Additional Information
- The faulty suspension parts in question are aluminum front suspension knuckles, which connect the front wheels to critical components like the brake assembly.
- The recall affects multiple models from both Jaguar and Land Rover, including the Land Rover Range Rover Sport and the Land Rover Range Rover.
- The recall comes at a time when Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) is facing a slowdown in demand and the impact of US tariffs.
- The upcoming Jaguar E-Pace is not part of the recall discussed in this article.
- The Porsche Cayenne Coupe, Porsche Taycan, and BMW M4 CS are not related to the recall discussed in this article.
- Tata Motors, the parent company of Jaguar Land Rover, reported a consolidated net profit of ₹4,003 crore for the first quarter of FY26, down by 62.2 per cent from the ₹10,587 crore recorded in the same quarter last year.
- JLR's revenue for the last quarter slumped to 6.6 billion pounds.
- PB Balaji is set to take over as the new CEO of Jaguar Land Rover from November 17, 2025.
[1] - NHTSA Recall Notice [2] - Jaguar Land Rover Recall Information [3] - NHTSA Investigation Report [4] - Automotive News Article
The recall of Range Rover and Range Rover Sport vehicles by Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) involves components from the automotive and transportation industries, specifically the aluminum front suspension knuckles, causing potential safety concerns in the finance sector due to increased warranty costs and potential impact on their brand reputation. This recall could also lead to additional workload for dealerships in the transportation industry.
