Recalls for your 1995 Land Rover Defender

Recalls for 1995 Land Rover Defender

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DEFECT #1 - POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY


Posted on: 1995-05-22
Description
At port of entry, a quality overcheck of the differential pinion shaft torque was performed.  This check required the removal of the driveshafts.  When the driveshafts were reinstalled, the wrong sized nuts were used.

Consequence
The nuts can loosen, ultimately causing the disconnection of one or both of the driveshafts resulting in loss of control of the vehicle.

Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the hardware on the involved vehicles with hardware of the appropriate specifications.

Notes
System: powertrain; axle assembly.vehicle description: multipurpose vehicles.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time, please contact range rover at 1-301-731-9040.  Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

DEFECT #2 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BATTERY


Posted on: 1996-06-21
Description
The hazardous substance label warning was not installed on the batteries in these vehicles.

Consequence
Personal injury could occur if these batteries are handled incorrectly.

Corrective Action
Owners will be mailed a battery warning label with instructions for the placement of such labels and a letter informing them that they can also bring the vehicle to any dealer and have the label installed for them free of charge.

Notes
System: electrical; battery; other parts.  Vehicle description: multi-purpose passenger vehicle.  Owner notification: owner notification is expected to begin july 12, 1996.  Note: owners who do not receive the subject battery labels free of charge within a reasonable time should contact land rover at 1-301-731-9040.  Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.