Land Rover Recall B148: Land Rover/ABS Valve Cover Bolt

2003 Land Rover Discovery II

This can produce an unexpected increase in stopping distance, with the potential for total loss of service braking function, which could result in a crash.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic — Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip

Summary
Certain sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards no. 105, "hydraulic and electric brake systems, " and no. 135, "passenger car brake systems." The anti-lock braking system (ABS) modulator valve cover retaining bolts can crack due to stresses transmitted by the flexing valve covers.
Actions
Dealers will strengthen the ABS modulator assembly valve covers and replace the retaining bolts. Owner notification is exepcted to begin during May 2004. Owners should contact Land Rover at 1-800-637-6837.
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Date Announced
JAN 06, 2004
Vehicles Affected
100,174
Land Rover Recall #
B148
NHTSA Campaign #
04V005000
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