Vehicle recall 04V489000 · October 7, 2004
2003 Land Rover Freelander
On certain sport utility vehicles, an incorrect weld nut was installed.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- 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.
- Notes
- Land rover recall no. B175.CUSTOMERS can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 04V489000
- Reported to NHTSA
- October 7, 2004
- Filed by
- LAND ROVER
- Manufacturer campaign
- B175
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 4
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Structure › Frame and members
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Land Rover Freelander (2003): 2003
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