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🧸 Product FR May 7, 2021

land rover — range rover evoque, discovery sport voiture de tourisme

une surcharge électrique dans le système électrique 48volt (v) peut causer une défaillance du transistor à effet de champ à oxyde métallique (mosfet). cela peut causer une défaillance électrique en cascade, ce qui amène le convertisseur dcdc à subir un court-circuit électrique où...

A high-voltage electrical overload in the 48-volt system may damage the MOSFET, causing a chain failure that shorts the 12-volt circuit to ground. Smoke from the DCDC converter could enter the cabin and, if oxygen is present, a sustained fire may result.
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This alert was reported 1908 days ago and has been moved from our active feed to the archive. The original safety information still applies — we have no confirmation from the issuing agency that the product is safe again. Refer to the official notice for the current status.
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70 days in total
May 19, 2026 July 28, 2026
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What is this? This is a safety notice about some Land Rover cars. A small part in the 48-volt electrical system may overheat and cause a fire risk inside the car.

What's happening? Some cars have a fault that could let smoke from an electrical part enter the inside of the car. If the smoke finds enough air, it could start a fire.

Does this affect me? If you own or use a Land Rover Evoque or Discovery Sport made in France, this could affect you.

What should I do? Take your car to a Land Rover dealer right away. Ask your dealer or a mechanic about this issue before driving.

🤖 This plain-language summary is automatically generated from the official agency notice using AI. It is for general information only — not medical advice. For decisions about your health, always consult a pharmacist or doctor and read the official source linked below.

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rover
Agency-published detail

Type: automobiles et moyens de déplacement · Category: automobiles, motos, scooters · Hazard: incendie · une surcharge électrique dans le système électrique 48volt (v) peut causer une défaillance du transistor à effet de champ à oxyde métallique (mosfet). cela peut causer une défaillance électrique en cascade, ce qui amène le convertisseur dcdc à subir un court-circuit électrique où le circuit 12v court au sol. par conséquent, la fumée provenant du convertisseur dcdc peut être ventilée dans l’habitacle et, lorsqu’il y a suffisamment d’oxygène, un incendie prolongé peut survenir.

First published
May 7, 2021
Last refreshed by us
2 months ago
Severity (as classified)
Medium
Official source
https://rappel.conso.gouv.fr/fiche-rappel/48828/rapex

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❓ Frequently asked questions

▸ What is this product recall alert about?
land rover — range rover evoque, discovery sport voiture de tourisme. A high-voltage electrical overload in the 48-volt system may damage the MOSFET, causing a chain failure that shorts the 12-volt circuit to ground. Smoke from the DCDC converter could enter the cabin and, if oxygen is present, a sustained fire may result.
▸ When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on May 7, 2021 by Rappel Conso (DGCCRF, France).
▸ Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to France.
▸ How serious is this alert?
Medium risk. A medium risk means harm is possible under certain conditions. Read the notice and act on the recommended steps.
▸ What should I do?
If you have this product at home, stop using it and return it to the point of purchase for a refund. Keep the receipt if you have one — most retailers refund without it for safety recalls.
▸ Where can I find the official notice?
The full official notice is published on rappel.conso.gouv.fr.

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