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2003 Land Rover Freelander recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

5 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2003 Land Rover Freelander. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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2003 Land Rover Freelander recalls, newest first

February 9, 2007NHTSA 07V04100033,247 vehicles potentially affected

Exterior lighting › Brake lights › Switch

Summary
On certain sport utility vehicles, the brake lights may remain illuminated even when the brake pedal is not depressed. Hill descent control (hdc), traction control (tc) and cruise control warning lights may also be illuminated.
Consequence
Failure to provide the proper signal when braking could lead to a crash without warning.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the brake lamp operation and where required, adjust and/or replace the brake light switches with new switches of the same design until a newly designed brake lamp switch is available in may 2007. Owners will then be re-notified to bring their vehicles in for the new brake light switch. An interim letter for the initial inspection was mailed on March 26, 2007. The second letter for replacement of the switches was mailed beginning July 30, 2007. Owners may contact land rover at 1-80-637-6837.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

June 28, 2005NHTSA 05V3000001,941 vehicles potentially affected

Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch

Summary
On certain five door sport utility vehicles, it is possible to operate the interior door handle to open the door when the child safety lever is in the "on" position.
Consequence
The occupant may open the door inadvertently while the vehicle is in motion and fall out into the traffic, personal injuries could occur.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the latch assembly. The recall began on September 8, 2005. Owners should contact land rover at 1-800-637-6837.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

October 7, 2004NHTSA 04V4890004 vehicles potentially affected

Structure › Frame and members

Summary
On certain sport utility vehicles, an incorrect weld nut was installed. Lack of this bolt could eventually cause the subframe to crack or become deformed.
Consequence
A cracked or deformed subframe could potentially lead to instability of the vehicle, which could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the vehicle to see if the subframe fixing is correctly fitted and clamped up. If necessary, the subframe will be replaced with a new one that has correct weld nuts. The manufacturer has not yet provided an owner notification schedule. Owners should contact land rover at 1-800-637-6837.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

July 12, 2004NHTSA 04V34700031,049 vehicles potentially affected

Structure › Body › Roof and pillars

Summary
Certain sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 201, "occupant protection in interior impact." during testing, the free motion head form registered a measurement marginally above the permitted 1000 head impact criteria. At the left and right hand a-pillar trim area.
Consequence
In the event of a vehicle crash, personal injury to occupants may occur.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the a-pillar trim with a revised component that enables the vehicle to fully meet the requirements of FMVSS 201. The recall began on December 6, 2005. Owners should contact land rover at 1-800-637-6837.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

May 5, 2004NHTSA 04V2070003,194 vehicles potentially affected

Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch

Summary
On certain sport utility vehicles, the child door lock on the left hand rear door can become disengaged.
Consequence
This could lead to a child being able to open a rear door while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the left hand rear latch. The recall began December 4, 2004. Owners should contact land rover at 1-800-637-6837.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 140 complaints about the 2003 Land Rover Freelander with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported
1
Fires reported
6
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0

Most complained-about components

  1. Engine and engine cooling41
  2. Fuel system31
  3. Engine and engine cooling › Engine27
  4. Engine and engine cooling › Cooling system23
  5. Power train › Automatic transmission18

Other Land Rover Freelander years

Other 2003 Land Rover models

Most recalled 2003 vehicles

  1. 2003 Honda Accord (24 recalls)
  2. 2003 Honda Civic (24 recalls)
  3. 2003 Honda Odyssey (15 recalls)
  4. 2003 Subaru Outback (15 recalls)
  5. 2003 Subaru Legacy (15 recalls)
All of 2003’s most recalled vehicles

Questions

Does the 2003 Land Rover Freelander have any recalls?
5 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: exterior lighting, latches/locks/linkages, structure. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2003 Land Rover Freelander recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Land Rover dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2003 Land Rover Freelander?
140 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.