Rear taillight assembly may fail
Defect Summary
Jaguar land rover north america, llc (land rover) is recalling certain 2020-2022 defender x vehicles equipped with smoked rear light assemblies. a voltage spike, triggered by a bright light shining on the rear of the vehicle, can cause the turn signals, brake lights, and tail lights to fail.
Safety Consequence
Turn signals, brake lights, and tail lights that fail to illuminate can reduce visibility to other drivers and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the rear light assemblies, free of charge. owner letters were mailed september 27, 2021. owners can contact land rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. land rover's number for this recall is n598.
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FAQ: Recall 21V435000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 21V435000?
NHTSA recall 21V435000 was issued by Jaguar Land Rover North America, Llc on June 8, 2021. It addresses: Rear taillight assembly may fail. The recall affects approximately 2,622 vehicles, with the defect involving the Exterior Lighting component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Jaguar Land Rover North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 21V435000 or the manufacturer campaign number N598. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.