Land rover/fuel tanks
Defect Summary
On certain sport utility vehicles, a stress crack can develop in the plastic fuel tanks.
Safety Consequence
Cracks which continue to propagate can ultimately result in signs of liquid fuel from the underside of the vehicle when filling the tank, particularly if overfilling is attempted. fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, can result in a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the fuel tank. owner notification began march 15, 2005. owners should contact land rover at 1-800-637-6837.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Land Rover or involving Fuel System, Gasoline.
FAQ: Recall 04V203000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 04V203000?
NHTSA recall 04V203000 was issued by Land Rover on April 12, 2004. It addresses: Land rover/fuel tanks. The recall affects approximately 45,267 vehicles, with the defect involving the Fuel System, Gasoline component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Land Rover dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 04V203000 or the manufacturer campaign number B156. 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.