2008 LAND ROVER LR3 Recall

Campaign:: 07E047000 on 07/08/2007
Component:: Equipment
Affected:: 245,845
Defect:: Certain aftermarket thule hitch style bicycle racks with fold down style bike arms. a pinch bolt exists between the bike arm bracket and the upright assembly of the hitch style bicycle rack.
Consequence:: When moving the bike arm bracket to its down position, this pinch point has to potential of causing a severe laceration or amputation to the user's fingertips or hand.
Correction:: Thule will notify owners and provide a repair kit and instructions free of charge. the recall began on june 20, 2007. owners can contact thule at 800-thule91 (800-848-5391). notes: land rover purchased some of these bike racks for use on their lr3 and range rover sport vehicles, part no. lrnapbr4. l. l. bean also sells some of these bike racks under the model name of hitching post pro (wd75, wd76, wd77, wd78, yl05, bbg9, bbh1, bbh2, bbh4), expressway (wd72, wd73, bbh5, bbh6), or trailblazer (wd31, bbh7). rei has also purchased some of these bike racks under model names: hitching post pro (934, 934xt, 935, 935xt, 936, 936xt, 937, 937xt, 951, 951xt), expressway (995, 995xt, 996, 996xt), and trailblazer (998, 998xt).
Notes:: Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

2008 LAND ROVER LR3 TSBs (82)

Bulletin:: 00084
Component:: 134000 visibility:sun roof assembly
Summary:: Glass roof panel blind difficult to latch - repair procedure. *nj
Bulletin:: LTB-00079
Component:: 050000 parking brake
Summary:: Land rover: epb module screech/noise from parking brake/parking brake shoe drag-diagnostic procedures. vehicles may exhibit one or more of the following: a rubbing/squeak noise from the rear/parking brake when the vehicle is moving; evide
Bulletin:: LTB-00269
Component:: 021230 suspension:front:springs:air suspension system
Summary:: Land rover: air suspension system-compressor delivery valve and drier replacement; software update. amber or red suspension system warning indicator may illuminate and suspension system inactive may display in the message center or there
Bulletin:: LTB-00270
Component:: 020000 suspension
Summary:: Land rover: suspension system software update when replacing compressor. amber or red suspension warning indicator may illuminate with suspensions system inactive displayed in message center or may be a noticeable degradation in suspensio
Bulletin:: LTB00360
Component:: 220000 seats
Summary:: Land rover: there is a service repair for the front seat rail. *rm
Bulletin:: LTB00282
Component:: 171100 latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch
Summary:: Land rover: there are a number of issues with the side door latch operation. the doors may not open from either side or may not lock. *rm
Bulletin:: TB-00331
Component:: 021230 suspension:front:springs:air suspension system
Summary:: Land rover: when repairing or replacing the air suspension compressor the air suspension relay must be replaced. *rm
Bulletin:: TB-00321
Component:: 151000 seat belts:front
Summary:: Land rover: the restraint control module has four possible trouble codes stored caused by the wiring harness under the seat. *rm
Bulletin:: LTB-00397
Component:: 150000 seat belts
Summary:: Land rover: seat belts are jamming, slow and/or fail to retract. *pe
Bulletin:: LTB-00221
Component:: 199000 tires:pressure monitoring and regulating systems
Summary:: Land rover: due to low tire pressure warning, the tire valve stem was damage while during manual tire pressure inflation/checking. *pe
Bulletin:: LTB-00228-NAS-3
Component:: 105500 power train:driveline:differential unit
Summary:: Landrover: with electronic torque managed (etm) rear differential motor being energized, instrument cluster display electronic rear differential control module and dynamic suspension may lower. resulting in wear of motor assembly.
Bulletin:: LTB00429NAS1
Component:: 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:: Land rover: poor engine performance/ reduced power while driving at altitudes above 8.200 feet (2,500 meters) and the engine malfunction indicator lamp (mil) may be illuminated with diagnostic trouble codes. 4.4l v8 only. *js updated 12
Bulletin:: LTB-00429-NAS-2
Component:: 060000 engine (pws)
Summary:: Land rover: driving at altitudes of 8200 feet (2500 meters), engine exhibits poor or reduced performance and power and engine malfunction indicator lamp will illuminate. *pe
Bulletin:: LTB-00222-NAS-2
Component:: 017500 steering:linkages:tie rod assembly
Summary:: Land rover: steering gear tie rod/ tie rod end- diagnostic and required replacement parts information. *js
Bulletin:: LTB-00426
Component:: 060000 engine (pws)
Summary:: Land rover: battery leaking near terminal posts and engine failing to start or crank because of overcharging caused by cracks near and around terminal posts of battery. models 2007-2008 lr3. *pe
Bulletin:: SSM-660517
Component:: 013000 steering:gear box (other than rack and pinion)
Summary:: Land rover: the steering rack, in some vehicles, have an oil leakage in area of pinion housing, casting, yoke plug or gaiter adjacent to pinion housing, and steering gear needs replacing. model range rover sport, lr3, lr4. no model years
Bulletin:: LTB-00644NAS-1
Component:: 114000 electrical system:wiring
Summary:: Land rover: due to corroded chassis wiring harness on left rear side of chassis-to-body connector, multiple warning lights are displayed in the instrument cluster. model 2005-2009 lr3 (la), 2006-2013 range rover sport (ls), 2010-2013 lr4
Bulletin:: LTB00426NAS1
Component:: 111000 electrical system:battery
Summary:: Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:: LTB00665NAS1
Component:: 350000 equipment
Summary:: Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:: LTB00391NAS2
Component:: 111000 electrical system:battery
Summary:: Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:: LTB00429NAS3
Component:: 060000 engine (pws)
Summary:: Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:: LTB00459NAS2
Component:: 118000 electrical system: software
Summary:: Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:: LTB00493NAS2
Component:: 210000 trailer hitches
Summary:: Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:: SSM60517
Component:: 010000 steering
Summary:: "issue: following warranty analysis of steering racks reported to be leaking, 75% have been identified as no fault found, following testing. cause: land rover engineering have recently visited dealerships where a request has been made t
Bulletin:: SSM60517
Component:: 014200 steering:rack and pinion:rack
Summary:: "issue: following warranty analysis of steering racks reported to be leaking, 75% have been identified being fault free, following testing. cause: land rover engineering have recently visited dealerships where a request has been made to
Bulletin:: SSM67637
Component:: 353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:: "issue: land rover engineering have been monitoring reports for lack of cooling from the air conditioning system on higher time in service vehicles, where insufficient performance of the air conditioning compressor has been found to be
Bulletin:: SSM68378
Component:: 353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:: "issue: this ssm has been released to address the high number of speaker assemblies returned, many of which are deemed as 'no fault found'. cause: incorrect diagnosis."
Bulletin:: SSM71138
Component:: 133000 visibility:power window devices and controls
Summary:: "issue: window regulators being replaced, when tested by the supplier they are found to be fully functional and without fault. cause: incorrect diagnosis actions: consider the following in the first instance when investigating wind
Bulletin:: SSM 71438
Component:: 104000 power train:transfer case (4-wheel drive)
Summary:: "issue: oil leak from transfer case output flange cause: the cause is under investigation"
Bulletin:: LTB00319NAS3
Component:: 131000 visibility:windshield
Summary:: "situation: the exterior a-pillar molding may become loose. cause: this may be caused by the molding's retaining clips losing tension."
Bulletin:: LTB00401NAS4
Component:: 010000 steering
Summary:: Situation: the steering wheel may exhibit a vibration / shimmy while driving. cause: this may be caused by a road wheel/tire assembly imbalance and/or temporary tire flat-spotting.
Bulletin:: SSM71540
Component:: 021600 suspension:front:wheel bearing
Summary:: "issue: a customer may report a noise from the rear of the vehicle whilst driving. cause: rear wheel bearing noisy or difficult to turn."
Bulletin:: LTB00644NAS1
Component:: 060000 engine (pws)
Summary:: Situation: multiple warning lights may be displayed on the instrument cluster. cause: this may be caused by corroded chassis wiring harness at the rear left-side chassis-to-body connector.
Bulletin:: LTB00676NAS1
Component:: 135000 visibility:rearview mirrors/devices
Summary:: "situation: the door mirror may 'judder' during powerfold (manual or automatic) operation. cause: this may be caused by a tolerance stack-up between the door mirror and the door."
Bulletin:: SSM67637
Component:: 353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:: "issue: land rover engineering have been monitoring reports for lack of cooling from the air conditioning system on higher time in service vehicles, where insufficient performance of the air conditioning compressor has been found to be th
Bulletin:: SSM71959
Component:: 355100 equipment:other:labels
Summary:: "issue: discoloration or peeling of the front or rear land rover or range rover badge"
Bulletin:: LTB00420NAS3
Component:: 021230 suspension:front:springs:air suspension system
Summary:: "situation: the air suspension warning lamp may be illuminated, the air suspension may fail to raise the vehicle, and diagnostic trouble code (dtc) c1a20-64 may be stored. vehicles within the above vin ranges have been fitted with either a
Bulletin:: LTB00661NAS1
Component:: 220000 seats
Summary:: "situation: on vehicles fitted with third row seating / 7 seats, the left-hand and/or right-hand third row seat may be difficult to operate (does not fold or 'sticks' when operating). cause: this may be caused by the seat operating lever b
Bulletin:: SSM56457
Component:: 060000 engine (pws)
Summary:: "issue: reports have been received of engine damage occurring, which is caused by the use of non-approved engine induction / fuel injection cleaning equipment or materials. this includes, but is not limited to, ""vacu-flush"" type equipmen
Bulletin:: LTB00704NAS1
Component:: 015000 steering:hydraulic power assist system
Summary:: "situation: this is an information only bulletin to aid in the diagnosis of hydraulic power steering issues. action: when diagnosing customer concerns relating to the hydraulic power steering system, refer to the service information below.
Bulletin:: SSM44211
Component:: 021530 suspension:front:control arm:lower arm
Summary:: "issue: a review of front lower control arm warranty returns from various markets has shown that arm assemblies have been incorrectly changed for knock issues when the front bush is cracked and should have been replaced as per technical se
Bulletin:: SSM45144
Component:: 021232 suspension:front:springs:air suspension:springs/bags
Summary:: "issue: a customer may report suspension low on one side or dropping when left parked. cause: air leak from a front or rear air spring to damper lower seal."
Bulletin:: SSM58137
Component:: 034520 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:pads
Summary:: "issue: a customer may report brake squeal from the front or rear of the vehicle since the routine replacement of the brake pads. vehicles with standard brakes only. cause: brake compressibility of the pad, whilst within specification, m
Bulletin:: SSM37861
Component:: 353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:: "issue over half of failed radio head units or separate cd players are found to have been loaded with incorrect media which is not compatible with land rover infotainment systems. cause this is to make you aware of the types of media tha
Bulletin:: SSM71862
Component:: 117000 digital instrument panel
Summary:: "issue: customer complains of damage/marking on the surface of the vehicle's instrument pack lens. cause: damage/marking caused by object impact against the lens. staining/discoloration contamination caused by using any type of cleaning
Bulletin:: LTB00319NAS4
Component:: 162900 structure:body:roof and pillars
Summary:: "situation: the exterior a-pillar molding may become loose. cause: this may be caused by the molding's retaining clips losing tension."
Bulletin:: LTB00514NAS1
Component:: 101000 power train:clutch assembly
Summary:: "situation: the transmission malfunction indicator lamp (mil) may be illuminated and diagnostic trouble codes (dtc) p0729 to p0735, p0783, and p2702 to p2704 are stored in the transmission control module (tcm). cause: this may be caused b
Bulletin:: SSM37861
Component:: 353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:: "issue over half of failed radio head units or separate cd players are found to have been loaded with incorrect media which is not compatible with land rover infotainment systems. cause this is to make you aware of the types of media tha
Bulletin:: SSM72323
Component:: 353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:: "issue: a customer may report a concern that when the vehicle is started there is no cabin audio at all from any sources. if the nav button is pressed a 2-5 second period of am/ fm radio can be heard and then returns back to no audio. issue
Bulletin:: LTB00319NAS5
Component:: 162900 structure:body:roof and pillars
Summary:: "situation: the exterior a-pillar molding may become loose. cause: this may be caused by the molding's retaining clips losing tension."
Bulletin:: LTB00552NAS2
Component:: 131000 visibility:windshield
Summary:: "situation: the windshield wipers may make a squeak noise, judder, or streak the windshield. cause: this may be caused by a build-up of dirt and grease on the surface of the windshield glass."
Bulletin:: LTB00676NAS2
Component:: 135200 visibility:rearview mirrors/devices:exterior
Summary:: "situation: the door mirror may 'judder' during powerfold (manual or automatic) operation and/or may be loose or vibrates. cause: this may be caused by a tolerance stack-up between the door mirror and the door and/or the retaining screws
Bulletin:: LTB00676NAS2
Component:: 135200 visibility:rearview mirrors/devices:exterior
Summary:: "situation: the door mirror may 'judder' during powerfold (manual or automatic) operation and/or may be loose or vibrates. cause: this may be caused by a tolerance stack-up between the door mirror and the door and/or the retaining screws
Bulletin:: SSM37361
Component:: 060000 engine (pws)
Summary:: "re-issued dec 2015 a large number of oxygen sensors that have been replaced in the north american market have been returned to the supplier (denso) to investigate for possible defects."
Bulletin:: SSM38303
Component:: 015000 steering:hydraulic power assist system
Summary:: "re-issued dec 2015 issue: when completing a repair on components in the power assisted steering system, debris may be found within the power steering fluid system which could lead to system contamination and a deterioration in system p
Bulletin:: SSM43818
Component:: 034510 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:caliper
Summary:: "re-issued dec 2015 issue: brake caliper discolouration. cause: damage to the caliper finish while cleaning the vehicle and, or the road wheels"
Bulletin:: SSM52757
Component:: 032100 service brakes, hydraulic:switches:brake light
Summary:: "issue: excessive brake pedal pressure required to get the auto transmission out of park, warning lights on the instrument pack with associated dtc's for brake light switch (p0504-27, p0504-62, c1a96-64) or brakes showing signs of drag an
Bulletin:: SSM72071
Component:: 133000 visibility:power window devices and controls
Summary:: "issue: customers / dealers may report a concern with the operation of the front or rear window regulators cause: various conditions that contribute to the operation of the window regulator not operating"
Bulletin:: SSM71859
Component:: 220000 seats
Summary:: "issue customers / dealers may report a concern with the condition of seat covers cause lack of understand of leather as a natural product and the conditions it may cause."
Bulletin:: LTB00401NAS5
Component:: 010000 steering
Summary:: Situation: the steering wheel may exhibit a vibration / shimmy while driving.
Bulletin:: SFCC-14SEP17
Component:: 355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:: Presentation from dealer shop foreman conference call
Bulletin:: SSM73688
Component:: 111000 electrical system:battery
Summary:: Issue: unable to resolve all customer concerns after successful recharge of a vehicle's primary or secondary battery.
Bulletin:: SSM73521
Component:: 353500 equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system)
Summary:: When attempting to update the navigation maps to a newer level the update fails and the navigation becomes either slow to respond or no functionality at all.
Bulletin:: LTB00154NAS4
Component:: 010000 steering
Summary:: A 'squeak' noise may be heard from the steering column area when turning the steering wheel.
Bulletin:: SSM73409
Component:: 100000 power train
Summary:: Issue: powertrain transmission module learn adaption routine has been instated on sdd/pathfinder.
Bulletin:: LTB00401NAS6
Component:: 010000 steering
Summary:: The steering wheel may exhibit a vibration / shimmy while driving.
Bulletin:: SSM73823
Component:: 111000 electrical system:battery
Summary:: Customers report the eco stop/start is not working. retailers are testing the primary battery using the midtronics exp-1080 tester which is reporting the battery is serviceable. the vehicle then returns with the same customer concern of eco
Bulletin:: SSM72901
Component:: 060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:: Issue: oil leaking between the automatic transmission and transfer case which is currently being misdiagnosed leading to repeat repairs, i.e. leaks incorrectly being identified as coming from the rear transmission oil seal or sump. oil wee
Bulletin:: SSM69158
Component:: 350000 equipment
Summary:: issue: a customer may report a concern of no sound from the audio system, even when the volume is turned up. the audio/video button on touch-screen home page may also be greyed out.
Bulletin:: SSM72929
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: Issue: the touch screen (ts) also known as front control display interface module (fcdim) or high level display front (hldf) on occasions may fail to download software correctly resulting in no communications with the module and blank scree
Bulletin:: SSM72011
Component:: 350000 equipment
Summary:: Issue: the wrong component maybe replaced when troubleshooting bluetooth connectivity in car.
Bulletin:: SSM72738
Component:: 160000 structure
Summary:: Issue: the bonnet open warning light is on but the bonnet appears closed. this can cause the alarm to trigger or the vehicle to not lock.
Bulletin:: SSM70798
Component:: 170000 latches/locks/linkages
Summary:: Issue: this ssm is to support the description provided in technical bulletin ltb00631 for compact key low level repair.
Bulletin:: SSM73927
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: Issue: following what appears to be a successful software update to the remote function actuator (rfa) or replacement module using pathfinder or symptom driven diagnostics (sdd) the module appears to be unresponsive to any further diagnost
Bulletin:: SSM71859
Component:: 356000 equipment adaptive
Summary:: Issue: customers / dealers may report a concern with the condition of seat covers
Bulletin:: SSM72456
Component:: 135200 visibility:rearview mirrors/devices:exterior
Summary:: Issue: customers may report that the powerfold door mirrors will not powerfold or are loose -see attached movie file which demonstrates the issue.
Bulletin:: SSM74043
Component:: 350000 equipment
Summary:: Issue: customers may complain that the wireless head phones for dual screen view or rear seat entertainment are inoperative
Bulletin:: SSM70798
Component:: 170000 latches/locks/linkages
Summary:: Issue: this ssm is to support the description provided in technical bulletin ltb00631 for compact key low level repair.
Bulletin:: SSM73927
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: Issue: following what appears to be a successful software update to the remote function actuator (rfa) or replacement module using pathfinder or symptom driven diagnostics (sdd) the module appears to be unresponsive to any further diagnost
Bulletin:: SSM71859
Component:: 350000 equipment
Summary:: Issue: customers / dealers may report a concern with the condition of seat covers
Bulletin:: SSM72456
Component:: 120000 lighting (pws)
Summary:: Issue: customers may report that the powerfold door mirrors will not powerfold or are loose -see attached movie file which demonstrates the issue.
Bulletin:: SSM74043
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: Issue: customers may complain that the wireless head phones for dual screen view or rear seat entertainment are inoperative

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