Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) for the 2020 Defender are official communications between Land Rover & their dealerships that describe processes for troubleshooting or fixing certain common problems.
All vehicle manufacturers are required by U.S. law to make their TSBs available to the public.
There is a clicking or ticking type noise from the front axle area of the vehicle while turning either left or right at or near full lock at low speeds. Read More »
A customer may report that a??Power Steering Reduceda?? message displays on the message center on start-up with a reduction in steering assist. Read More »
Customers will be reporting a knocking noise or judder/vibration, from the rear of the vehicle when turning the left or right during low speed. Read More »
A customer may report that the rear load space suspension switch raises the vehicle when pressed to lower or lowers the vehicle when pressed to raise. Read More »
DTC C055E-7A (Brake Hydraulic Circuit a??Aa?? Leak a?? Fluid Leak or Seal Failure) requires a system a??Self-Checka?? to be carried out before clearing the DTC and extinguishing the warning lights. Read More »
Enhancements to the following systems: Wireless Device Charger, High Voltage (HV) Battery Charge Control, Sound System, ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System), Belt Integrated Starter PHEVs, Rear Camera for cars without 360 view. Read More »
The amber 'Low Coolant' warning message is displayed on the Instrument Panel Cluster(IPC). Further investigation has found no engine coolant leaks and the engine coolantexpansion tank is filled to the correct level. Read More »
A customer may express complaints of idle instability, low speed engine stall, and no automatic restart following an eco-stop. The engine can be restarted immediately with the start button following these conditions. Read More »
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:CRANK/CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR
On certain 2017 model year to 2020 model year Land Rover and Range Rover vehicles the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) may illuminate if the vehicle is refueled within 15 seconds of turning the engine off. Read More »
CLOSED ISSUE - On certain 2017 to 2020 model year Land Rover vehicles the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) may illuminate if the vehicle is refueled within 15 seconds of turning the engine off. Read More »
Customers will be reporting a knocking noise or judder/vibration, from the rear of the vehicle when turning the left or right during low speed. Read More »
Customers will be reporting a knocking noise or judder/vibration, from the rear of the vehicle when turning the left or right during low speed. Read More »
The Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) may be illuminated on the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) and reduced performance may be experienced, due to an intermittent internal short circuit within the electric supercharger circuit board. Read More »
To prevent premature wear, a resulting MIL and a possible no start, all affected vehicles require the replacement of variable camshaft timing (VCT) solenoids on both intake an exhaust. Read More »
The engine will shut off at low speed approaching a stop and restart immediately by using the engine start button. There is a flashing a??Da?? in the instrument cluster. Read More »
Customers or retailers may report on Defender INGENIUM I6 3.0L Petrol engine versions an abnormal noise when accelerating or decelerating, the noise can be described as 'humming, buzzing or grinding. Read More »
Customers or retailers may report on Defender INGENIUM I6 3.0L Petrol engine versions an abnormal noise when accelerating or decelerating, the noise can be described as 'humming, buzzing or grinding. Read More »
Customers or retailers may report on Defender INGENIUM I6 3.0L Petrol engine versions an abnormal noise when accelerating or decelerating, the noise can be described as 'humming, buzzing or grinding. Read More »
EFFECTIVE JUNE 10TH 2020 . N451 AND H291 CAMPAIGNS HAVE BEEN SUSPENDED. IT HAS BEEN DETERMINED THAT THE NEW SOFTWARE IS MISSING CERTAIN PARTS OF THE CALIBRATION WHICH WILL RESULT IN UNSUCCESSFUL DOWNLOADS. Read More »
On certain 2017 model year to 2020 model year Land Rover and Range Rover vehicles the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) may illuminate if the vehicle is refueled within 15 seconds of turning the engine off. Read More »
CLOSED ISSUE - On certain 2017 to 2020 model year Land Rover vehicles the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) may illuminate if the vehicle is refueled within 15 seconds of turning the engine off. Read More »
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT
Enhancements to the following systems: Wireless Device Charger, High Voltage (HV) Battery Charge Control, Sound System, ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System), Belt Integrated Starter PHEVs, Rear Camera for cars without 360 view. Read More »
A concern has been identified where certain vehicles are failing to complete existing Software Over The Air (SOTA) updates for the Vehicle Domain Controller (VDC) and PIVI. Read More »
Redeveloped profiles. Navigation & phone new functionality & improvements. Enhanced High Voltage battery health monitoring/management for I-Pace. HCM bug fixes. SODs refinements. Read More »
JLR is investigating reports of vehicles being released to customers without the TCU Telematic Control Unit SOS Emergency Call being activated. Read More »
Vehicles are failing to complete Software Over The Air SOTA updates, specifically Vehicle Domain Controller VDC PIVI and Gateway Module A GWM. Read More »
PIVI based "Weather App", which is accessed from the app drawer, voice and can be a home tile is inoperative a?? it does not update with location, does not display any weather-related information and will not recover with new software or ... Read More »
Certain 2020 to 2022 model year vehicles are unable to complete software updates through Software Over The Air (SOTA) due to incorrect Telematic Control Unit Module (TCU) or PIVI software. Read More »
A potential issue has been identified on specific vehicles where, in locations where the vehicle has poor or no network connection, vehicles may experience intermittent resetting of the navigation system, following a recent Map Over The ... Read More »
A potential issue has been identified on specific vehicles where, in locations where the vehicle has poor or no network connection, vehicles may experience intermittent resetting of the navigation system, following a recent Map Over The ... Read More »
AUDIO No audio output when audio system appears to be on issue is now corrected CONNECTIVITY Improved WiFi and HotSpot Functionality WiFI hotspot appears but no data connection is available issue as been fixed INSTRUMENT PANEL ... Read More »
Multi-ECU SOTA Update (OS 2.0.7) CHCM, GWM, SODL, SODR no-start condition after completing the update due to an issue with the Gateway Module (GWM). Read More »
A potential issue has been identified on certain Land Rover vehicles within the listed Affected Vehicle Range which have been manufactured with an incorrect front portable media interface panel. Read More »
Incontrol App not working, Telematics won't connect to the customer InControl account. TCU (Telematics Control Unit) not found during PDI and unable to proceed. Wifi not working during PDI Read More »
SXM (Sirius XM Radio) audio and functionality is inoperative. Also impacting FM and AM Radio once in the error state. Other audio sources work as expected. Read More »
Enhancements to the following systems: Wireless Device Charger, High Voltage (HV) Battery Charge Control, Sound System, ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System), Belt Integrated Starter PHEVs, Rear Camera for cars without 360 view. Read More »
A potential concern has been identified where customer could be left with a nonfunctioning vehicle as a result of a depleted battery State of Charge due to the door modules staying awake. Read More »
JLR is investigating reports of vehicles being released to customers without the TCU Telematic Control Unit SOS Emergency Call being activated. Read More »
Vehicles are failing to complete Software Over The Air SOTA updates, specifically Vehicle Domain Controller VDC PIVI and Gateway Module A GWM. Read More »
Affected vehicles will require software updates to the TCU & ICCM using Pathfinder to enable future SOTA updates and to install the latest PIVI IP31 software Read More »
Improvements/Fixes a?? Improvement in system stability a?? Improvements in acoustic reliability / Audio loss a?? Graphical Improvements a?? Flickering cluster for media info a?? Improved Speech support for features like Weather, Nav ... Read More »
20B Software Delay until July 15th Software was delayed to include software fix for L551 APIX cable issue Audio popping noise iOS13 Bluetooth improvements Additional improvements Read More »
After a short sleep cycle the auto high beam menu is set to disabled and the auto high beam feature will not operate, with no ability to override this option. Read More »
Rear door seal catching at the top of the rear quarter glass panel (6th light glass). Seal catches while opening the door and makes the opening more difficult and noisy. Read More »
An issue has been identified on a limited number of Land Rover vehicles within the listed Affected Vehicle Range where a tapping sound may be heard, on one or both sides of the vehicle, from the A-pillar area at speeds of approximately ... Read More »
A potential issue has been identified on a limited number of Land Rover vehicles within the listed Affected Vehicle Range where a tapping sound may be heard, on one or both sides of the vehicle, from the A-pillar area at speeds of ... Read More »
A potential issue has been identified on a limited number of Land Rover vehicles within the listed Affected Vehicle Range where a tapping sound may be heard, on one or both sides of the vehicle, from the A-pillar area at speeds of ... Read More »
Rear door seal catching at the top of the rear quarter glass panel (6th light glass). Seal catches while opening the door and makes the opening more difficult and noisy. Read More »
Rear door seal catching at the top of the rear quarter glass panel (6th light glass). Seal catches while opening the door and makes the opening more difficult and noisy. Read More »
Rear door seal catching at the top of the rear quarter glass panel (6th light glass). Seal catches while opening the door and makes the opening more difficult and noisy. Read More »
Rear door seal catching at the top of the rear quarter glass panel (6th light glass). Seal catches while opening the door and makes the opening more difficult and noisy. Read More »
Rear door seal catching at the top of the rear quarter glass panel (6th light glass). Seal catches while opening the door and makes the opening more difficult and noisy. Read More »
An issue has been identified on a limited number of Land Rover vehicles within the listed Affected Vehicle Range where a tapping sound may be heard, on one or both sides of the vehicle, from the A-pillar area at speeds of approximately ... Read More »
A potential issue has been identified on a limited number of Land Rover vehicles within the listed Affected Vehicle Range where a tapping sound may be heard, on one or both sides of the vehicle, from the A-pillar area at speeds of ... Read More »
Discoloration/water staining that cannot be removed by wiping may be evident on thebackrest and cushion covers of the front and/or second row seats. Read More »
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Enhancements to the following systems: Wireless Device Charger, High Voltage (HV) Battery Charge Control, Sound System, ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System), Belt Integrated Starter PHEVs, Rear Camera for cars without 360 view. Read More »
JLR is investigating reports of vehicles being released to customers without the TCU Telematic Control Unit SOS Emergency Call being activated. Read More »
A potential concern has been identified where customer could be left with a nonfunctioning vehicle as a result of a depleted battery State of Charge due to the door modules staying awake. Read More »
AUDIO No audio output when audio system appears to be on issue is now corrected CONNECTIVITY Improved WiFi and HotSpot Functionality WiFI hotspot appears but no data connection is available issue as been fixed INSTRUMENT PANEL ... Read More »
An issue has been identified on a limited number of Land Rover vehicles within the listed Affected Vehicle Range where a tapping sound may be heard, on one or both sides of the vehicle, from the A-pillar area at speeds of approximately ... Read More »
A potential issue has been identified on a limited number of Land Rover vehicles within the listed Affected Vehicle Range where a tapping sound may be heard, on one or both sides of the vehicle, from the A-pillar area at speeds of ... Read More »
A potential issue has been identified on a limited number of Land Rover vehicles within the listed Affected Vehicle Range where a tapping sound may be heard, on one or both sides of the vehicle, from the A-pillar area at speeds of ... Read More »
To prevent premature wear, a resulting MIL and a possible no start, all affected vehicles require the replacement of variable camshaft timing (VCT) solenoids on both intake an exhaust. Read More »
When using camera plan view ("birds eye view") or clear sight ground view ("see through bonnet" feature) (or clear sight ground view) the image under the vehicle has stitches a repeating pattern of dark and light strips ("zebra stripes"). Read More »
When using camera plan view ("birds eye view") or clear sight ground view ("see through bonnet" feature) (or clear sight ground view) the image under the vehicle has stitches a repeating pattern of dark and light strips ("zebra stripes"). Read More »
A potential issue has been identified on certain Land Rover vehicles within the listed Affected Vehicle Range which have been manufactured with an incorrect front portable media interface panel. Read More »
A potential issue has been identified on certain Land Rover vehicles within the listed Affected Vehicle Range which have been manufactured with an incorrect front portable media interface panel. Read More »
During the launch of the Land Rover Defender, there have been multiple complaints related to a delamination of the Satin Protective Film (SPF) on the front and rear corners of the bonnet. Read More »
During the launch of the Land Rover Defender, there have been multiple complaints related to a delamination of the Satin Protective Film (SPF) on the front and rear corners of the bonnet. Read More »
During the launch of the Land Rover Defender, there have been multiple complaints related to a delamination of the Satin Protective Film (SPF) on the front and rear corners of the bonnet. Read More »
Fix is required to remove risk of a "tapping" type of wind noise at the A post. The A post trim to be removed and felt tape applied to the trim mounting clips to increase clearance to the body. Read More »
Fix is required to remove risk of a "tapping" type of wind noise at the A post. The A post trim to be removed and felt tape applied to the trim mounting clips to increase clearance to the body. Read More »
A potential issue has been identified on a limited number of Land Rover vehicles within the listed Affected Vehicle Range where a tapping sound may be heard, on one or both sides of the vehicle, from the A-pillar area at speeds of ... Read More »
An issue has been identified on a limited number of Land Rover vehicles within the listed Affected Vehicle Range where a tapping sound may be heard, on one or both sides of the vehicle, from the A-pillar area at speeds of approximately ... Read More »
A potential issue has been identified on a limited number of Land Rover vehicles within the listed Affected Vehicle Range where a tapping sound may be heard, on one or both sides of the vehicle, from the A-pillar area at speeds of ... Read More »
20B Software Delay until July 15th Software was delayed to include software fix for L551 APIX cable issue Audio popping noise iOS13 Bluetooth improvements Additional improvements Read More »
Retailers may report the EDT (Electrically Deployable Towing) harness (LR137796) may be supplied with a fixing which does not match the body and cannot be secured. Read More »
Retailers may report the EDT (Electrically Deployable Towing) harness (LR137796) may be supplied with a fixing which does not match the body and cannot be secured. Read More »
Retailers may report the EDT (Electrically Deployable Towing) harness (LR137796) may be supplied with a fixing which does not match the body and cannot be secured. Read More »
Retailers may report the EDT (Electrically Deployable Towing) harness (LR137796) may be supplied with a fixing which does not match the body and cannot be secured. Read More »
Retailers may report the EDT (Electrically Deployable Towing) harness (LR137796) may be supplied with a fixing which does not match the body and cannot be secured. Read More »
Roof opening panel (ROP) will bounce back (anti-trap activating) when closed by one touch (soft close). This can occur when ROP is closing from tilt or hen panel contacts wind deflector. Read More »
Roof opening panel (ROP) will bounce back (anti-trap activating) when closed by one touch (soft close). This can occur when ROP is closing from tilt or hen panel contacts wind deflector. Read More »
Window run channels seals may appear wavy, incorrectly located, deformed or appearing to tuck inside whilst window closing. (See examples of defects attached as pictures 1, 2) Read More »
Window run channels seals may appear wavy, incorrectly located, deformed or appearing to tuck inside whilst window closing. (See examples of defects attached as pictures 1, 2) Read More »
Enhancements to the following systems: Wireless Device Charger, High Voltage (HV) Battery Charge Control, Sound System, ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System), Belt Integrated Starter PHEVs, Rear Camera for cars without 360 view. Read More »
SXM (Sirius XM Radio) audio and functionality is inoperative. Also impacting FM and AM Radio once in the error state. Other audio sources work as expected. Read More »
To prevent premature wear, a resulting MIL and a possible no start, all affected vehicles require the replacement of variable camshaft timing (VCT) solenoids on both intake an exhaust. Read More »
A potential issue has been identified on certain Land Rover vehicles within the listed Affected Vehicle Range which have been manufactured with an incorrect front portable media interface panel. Read More »