The National Consumer Commission (NCC) has issued a safety recall for selected 2024 to 2027 Jaguar Land Rover vehicles sold in South Africa after a defect was identified that could lead to an engine oil leak, posing a safety risk to motorists and other road users.
The recall, announced on Thursday, affects selected Jaguar F-PACE, Defender, Discovery, Range Rover, Range Rover Sport and Range Rover Velar models that were sold nationally during different periods between March 2024 and April 2026.
According to the NCC, the affected vehicles were sold during the following periods:
F-PACE: March 2024 to January 2025
Defender: March 2024 to April 2026
Discovery: March 2024 to April 2026
Range Rover: March 2024 to June 2024
Range Rover Sport: March 2024 to June 2024
Range Rover Velar: March 2024 to April 2026.
The commission said the recall follows a notification from Jaguar Land Rover South Africa after “a concern has been identified on certain AJ20-D6 engines where the Front-End Auxiliary Drive (FEAD) belt idler pulley may over-rotate following a high-torsion input.” It explained that this may cause the pulley to strike and damage the engine oil pressure and temperature sensor.
The NCC warned that a damaged sensor could result in an engine oil leak, creating “a potential slip hazard for other road users, particularly riders of two-wheeled vehicles.”
Consumers who own any of the affected vehicles have been urged to visit their nearest Jaguar Land Rover dealership to arrange an inspection. The commission said the Front-End Auxiliary Drive (FEAD) idler pulley will be replaced free of charge where necessary.
The NCC has encouraged affected vehicle owners to respond to the recall as soon as possible to reduce potential safety risks and ensure their vehicles are repaired at no cost.
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