Seat belt warning system malfunction/fmvss 208
Defect Summary
Jaguar land rover north america llc (land rover) is recalling certain 2026 land rover range rover velar, range rover sport, and range rover vehicles. The seat belt warning system may not activate the audible warning chime as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 208, "occupant crash protection."
Safety Consequence
A seat belt chime that fails to alert occupants that they are unbuckled can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the audio amplifier, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed july 10, 2026. Additional letters will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owners may contact land rover's customer service at 800-637-6837. land rover's number for this recall is d105.
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FAQ: Recall 26V297000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 26V297000?
NHTSA recall 26V297000 was issued by Jaguar Land Rover North America, Llc on May 12, 2026. It addresses: Seat belt warning system malfunction/fmvss 208. The recall affects approximately 76 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seat Belts component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Jaguar Land Rover North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 26V297000 or the manufacturer campaign number D105. 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: 2026-05-20. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.