Land rover/transmission oil contamination
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: certain sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 114, "theft protection." water contamination of the automatic transmission oil can lead to various failure modes of the transmission. one of these failure models results in incorrect operation of the park lock function that could allow a vehicle to roll away if parked without the handbrake properly set.
Safety Consequence
Unintentional vehicle movement could result in a crash or personal injury.
Corrective Action
Dealers will check the park lock function; reposition the automatic transmission breather tube; and test the automatic transmission fluid and flush if necessary.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Land Rover or involving Power Train.
FAQ: Recall 00V377000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 00V377000?
NHTSA recall 00V377000 was issued by Land Rover on November 16, 2000. It addresses: Land rover/transmission oil contamination. The recall affects approximately 59,445 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Land Rover dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 00V377000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.