Land Rover is recalling 99,327 Range Rover models dating back to 2006 for brake hoses that can rupture, according to filings with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
There are two separate U.S. recalls affecting the British 4x4s. One includes the 2013-2014 Range Rover and 2014 Range Rover Sport for brake vacuum hoses that may have been routed incorrectly. The vacuum hose can rub against other parts and split open, completely disabling the power assist and making the pedal feel hard. A total of 24,679 vehicles are affected. Starting March 13, dealers will reroute the brake hoses, install a clip, and replace any damaged hoses.
The second recall involves the previous-generation, 2006-2012 Range Rover (but not the pre-facelift 2002-2005 models), for front brake fluid hoses that can rupture and disable the front brakes. Land Rover began checking these front brake hoses in late 2010 when dealers first reported “bulges” on certain spots. Subsequent testing in 2011 and 2012 showed the hoses were still capable of withstanding the specified pressure and were not leaking, although an accident reported last year and lots of replacement brake hoses—the supplier was changed starting in 2006—convinced Land Rover that the hoses could indeed rupture. A total of 74,648 vehicles are affected. Dealers, also starting March 13, will replace both the left and right hoses.
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