Land Rover, Range Rover — Defender, Discovery, Velar, Range Rover Sport, Range Rover
Passenger cars / Pickup trucks.
- Risk level
- Serious risk
- Type
- Fire, Injuries
- Category
- Motor vehicles
- Hazard
- The plastic used for the oil filter housing in some petrol and diesel engines can crack over time. This can cause oil leaks onto the engine and road. Leaked oil can ignite upon contact with hot engine parts, increasing the risk of a fire. Moreover, it can also create slippery sections, increasing the risk of accidents and injuries especially for two-wheeled vehicles.
- Origin
- United Kingdom
⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities
- ▸ Measures ordered by economic operators (to: Manufacturer) Recall of the product from end users
What is this? Some Land Rover cars have an oil filter made of plastic that can crack. This can let oil leak onto the engine or road.
What's happening? Oil leaks can start a fire if it touches hot parts. They can also make the road slippery, which is dangerous for bikes and scooters.
Does this affect me? This affects certain Land Rover models in several European countries.
What should I do? Stop driving and contact a Land Rover dealer or mechanic right away. Ask your mechanic to check the oil filter and fix any leaks.
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Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Fire, Injuries · Category: Motor vehicles · Hazard: The plastic used for the oil filter housing in some petrol and diesel engines can crack over time. This can cause oil leaks onto the engine and road. Leaked oil can ignite upon contact with hot engine parts, increasing the risk of a fire. Moreover, it can also create slippery sections, increasing the risk of accidents and injuries especially for two-wheeled vehicles. · Origin: United Kingdom
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