NHTSA recall 04V-207 (04V207000)

latches, locks and linkages recall reported May 5, 2004 - about 3,194 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number: 04V207000
Also written as: 04V-207
Manufacturer number: B163
Reported: May 5, 2004
Vehicles affected: ~3,194
Component: latches, locks and linkages

What is being recalled

ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE CHILD DOOR LOCK ON THE LEFT HAND REAR DOOR CAN BECOME DISENGAGED.

Why it is dangerous

THIS COULD LEAD TO A CHILD BEING ABLE TO OPEN A REAR DOOR WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LEFT HAND REAR LATCH. THE RECALL BEGAN DECEMBER 4, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT LAND ROVER AT 1-800-637-6837.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 04V-207 when calling a dealer.

Affected 1 model

Land Rover Freelander - 2003

Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.

Is YOUR car included? A campaign rarely covers every single vehicle of a model year. Check your exact car by its 17-character VIN with the free VIN decoder and recall check.

Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.