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The engine in certain Land Rover and Range Rover SUVs may not turn on due to a software fault. 


A software fault has triggered a recall of the Land Rover Defender and Range Rover Velar SUVs in Australia. 

The 29 affected vehicles are stamped Model Years 2022 and 2023.

“Due to a software issue, the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) may not activate as intended. As a result, the internal combustion engine will not start when required resulting in a reduced or a loss of vehicle performance,” the recall notice says.

“A reduction or a loss of vehicle performance whilst driving, could increase the risk of an accident causing injury or death to vehicle occupants and/or other road users.

“Owners of affected vehicles should contact their preferred Jaguar Land Rover authorised dealer to have their Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software updated either through a wired connection or, where permitted, via an over-the-air delivery free of charge.”

Drive has contacted Jaguar Land Rover Australia to find out if vehicles have been impacted locally. This story will be updated with its response.

A full list of vehicle identification numbers for the 29 vehicles involved in the recall can be found here.

To have your vehicle checked, find your closest Jaguar Land Rover dealership by clicking here.

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