NHTSA Recall 20V794000
Filed by Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC. Component: Seats. Reported 2020-12-17. An estimated 66 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2020 Range Rover Evoque vehicles equipped with climate specification front seats trimmed with "Dinamica" cloth. In the event of a fire, the seat material may burn quicker than allowed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 302, "Flammability of Interior Materials."
Risk
A seat cover that burns too quickly can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.
What the manufacturer will do
Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front seat covers, free of charge. The recall began February 26, 2021. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N524.
Manufacturer campaign number: N524
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.