Land rover/door system
Defect Summary
The right front door can fail to latch fully when closing, causing the door to "bounce" back off the door seals.
Safety Consequence
This condition could cause unexpected opening of the door increasing the risk of a vehicle accident or personal injury.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install corrective hardware on the right front door. delaers will also check the door latches for the other doors at the same time.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Land Rover or involving Structure.
FAQ: Recall 96V247000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 96V247000?
NHTSA recall 96V247000 was issued by Land Rover on December 12, 1996. It addresses: Land rover/door system. The recall affects approximately 20,889 vehicles, with the defect involving the Structure component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Land Rover dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 96V247000 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.