2023 Range Rover and Range Rover Sport recalled due to engine fire risk

Jaguar Land Rover Australia has recalled 18 examples of its 2023 Range Rover and Range Rover Sport, due to a common fault between the vehicles' engine oil coolers which can lead to a fire.

The affected Range Rover and Range Rover Sports were sold in Australia throughout 2023, though a list of vehicle identification numbers for the vehicles in the recall shows only variants powered by a twin-turbo 4.4-litre V8 petrol engine are included.

The recall notice, lodged with the Department of Infrastructure, says: "Due to a manufacturing defect, the threaded nut securing the engine oil cooler hose may not have been tightened sufficiently. As a result, the cooler hose could become loose and detach.

"If this occurs, engine oil could leak into the engine bay and accumulate in the presence of an ignition source resulting in a vehicle fire.

"A vehicle fire could increase the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users and bystanders, and/or damage to property."

Jaguar Land Rover Australia advises owners to contact their preferred authorised dealer to have the engine oil cooler hose fixings inspected and replaced if required, free of charge.

Alternatively, owners can contact the Land Rover Customer Relations Center for more information by calling 1800 625 642 or emailing crcau@jaguarlandrover.com.