2023 Land Rover Defender 130 recalled before it arrives in Australia

Jaguar Land Rover Australia has recalled eight examples of its 2023 Land Rover Defender 130 after a fault was discovered with the third-row seats.

Two of the eight affected vehicles in the recall are destined for the Land Rover Defender 130 test fleet, while the remaining six are expected to be demonstrator models.

The recall notice, lodged with the Department of Infrastructure, says: "Due to a manufacturing issue, the seat backrest locking mechanisms in the third row may not meet specifications and may fail.

"In the event of an accident or hard braking the rear seat backrest could collapse towards the passengers.

"If the rear seat backrest collapses towards the passengers unintentionally, it could increase the risk of injury or death to the vehicle occupants."

A full list of vehicle identification numbers for the eight vehicles involved in the recall can be found here.

Jaguar Land Rover Australia has advised owners of affected vehicles to contact their most convenient Land Rover dealer to have the third-row seat back latch inspected and where a latch does not operate properly, the seat frame and associated components will be replaced, free of charge.

Alternatively, owners can contact Jaguar Land Rover Australia on 1800 625 642 or via email at crcau@jaguarlandrover.com for more information regarding the recall.