My brake hose ruptured the other day on my 06 SC!!!!! Front drivers side.

 

That's scary! Any consequences?

 

Nope. Just a bit of brake fluid on the inside of the wheel, and it sat for a few hours and bubbled the paint on my swaybar, but nothing else.

Now that I've heard this I think I'll do the other side as well.

 

I just saw this on my local boston news app

Land Rover, Jaguar will recall 104,000 vehicles
Associated Press
Updated Sat Feb 07, 2015 7:29 PM EST
Land Rover and Jaguar are recalling 104,000 vehicles because of problems with the brakes and lights.

The largest recall involves a brake-hose issue that Jaguar Land Rover North America studied and dismissed, only to reopen after an accident.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration issued notices on the recalls Friday.

The safety agency said that Jaguar Land Rover North America will recall up to 74,648 Range Rovers because one or both front brake hoses could rupture, causing the loss of braking fluid.

Land Rover dealers will replace the brake hoses for free on the cars, which are model years 2006 through 2012.

 

Mine is part of the recall as well.

Anyone know what the procedure is if you're not the first owner?

 

If you're not the first owner, and you've never reported to landroverusa that you're the current, owner, suggest you call their customer service department.

I did that with BMW USA. We own two 2003 3 wagons that are subject to the exploding-air-bag recall. I called them, and they registered the VINs on those two cars, so that when repairs are finally made (I think with all the air-bag recalls, there's a shortage of parts to repair them), we'll get notice.

I'm planning on calling landroverusa tomorrow to get the ball rolling.

 

Safety recalls are not dependent on being an original owner. Simply contact your dealer who will verify your VIN inclusion and then set up an appointment.

 

So the 03-05 BMW trucks aren't included in this recall? Finally, a reason to celebrate being an 03 owner......ha ha ha ha

 

guess i have to go do this recall as well.

 

Dammit!!!! I've noticed decreased braking of late and while doing work I checked my brake fluid and the reservoir was lower than I've ever seen it in ~9yrs. Drive carefully and check your brake fluid every few miles.

 

I just got off the phone with Land Rover USA. (800.637.6837, press 9 when you get the menu options).

Because I've never had the truck service at a dealer, the prior owner still showed as the owner on LR's records.

I had to email them a scan of my registration and title to show that I was, in fact, the new owner. They emailed me while we were talking, so it was a pretty efficient process.

If you've had your RR serviced at a dealer, then you should be in the LR system.

If not, I suggest you call them, and be ready to email them proof of ownership.

 

We bought our 08 RR HSE in January and have only gone to our former Saab dealer for a set of GY Duratracs, but we received the recall letter in the mail. Not sure how that came to be, but I guess you do not need to go to a LR dealer to be in the system - apparently any dealer will trigger change of ownership!

 

Hmmmm...I had my Range sitting for awhile after my bag blew on my strut. When I moved the car to do repairs I noticed a spot on the floor that was kinda orange/brown is that brake fluid? If so, I will probably get it towed to the dealer after I'm finished with the repairs.

 

I use Dot 4, and it's clear.
For those of you somewhat impatient (like me), don't even bother calling to schedule with the dealers. All from Westchester, NYC and NJ were like---"You have to wait till LR contacts you/us".
Arggghhhh.

 

Brake fluid is extremely hydroscopic and darkens with age, heat and air exposure. I;ve seen fluid that was almost black from being stressed.

 

I'd assume that since I purchased my L322 from the Land Rover Dealer, that they would have me down as the owner... haha.

If they don't contact me in a few months I'll give them a call.

 

I dont think it's a major issue to get worried about anyways, i haven't seen a single brake hose "Blow up" issue on these fourms. I'm sure it has happened , but not a common issue to loose sleep over.

 

Mine is included. Getting an oil change in April. I guess I'll have it knocked out then.

NHTSA Recall Number
Manufacturer recall numberP054
Recall Date01/26/2015
Recall Description
Jaguar Land Rover are conducting a safety recall campaign involving certain 2006 to 2012 Model Year Range Rover vehicles built at the Solihull (UK) Assembly Plant between March 14, 2005 to August 14, 2006 to replace the front brake hoses.

Safety Risk DescriptionA
concern has been identified with brake hoses installed on 2006 Model Year (MY) Range Rover vehicles. Customers may experience a loss of brake fluid as a result of rupturing of one or both of the front brake jump (flexi) hoses.

This may result in the loss of the front brake circuit. The vehicle braking system is a dual circuit system, one system operates the front braking circuit and the other system operates the rear braking circuit.

Repair Description

Owners will be notified and instructed to take their vehicle to a Land Rover dealer who will replace both Left Hand and Right Hand front brake hoses. There will be no charge to owners for this repair.StatusRecall outstanding. Remedy not yet available...

 

I called the dealer and asked yesterday. He said that the bulletin/ recall is in the system but that there isn't an action that should be taken yet. He doesn't get know if the action will be inspection or just automatic replacement.

If it's just inspection, I will not waste my time. I just recently replaced all my pads/rotors and completely flushed my brake fluid. The lines looked good.

If they're going to replace the lines on all trucks, I might as well get it done. Free brake hoses. Why not?

 

If you go to the first post and click the LR link the LR official site states it will be replaced. Not inspected. So I, like I'm sure many of you also, will be copying that and ensuring they live up to their own stated action or risk an even greater class action suit.

Just saying

 

To further flog the horse, here's what LR USA's site returned after I entered my VIN:

NHTSA Recall NumberManufacturer recall numberP054Recall Date01/26/2015Recall DescriptionJaguar Land Rover are conducting a safety recall campaign involving certain 2006 to 2012 Model Year Range Rover vehicles built at the Solihull (UK) Assembly Plant between March 14, 2005 to August 14, 2006 to replace the front brake hoses.Safety Risk DescriptionA concern has been identified with brake hoses installed on 2006 Model Year (MY) Range Rover vehicles. Customers may experience a loss of brake fluid as a result of rupturing of one or both of the front brake jump (flexi) hoses. This may result in the loss of the front brake circuit. The vehicle braking system is a dual circuit system, one system operates the front braking circuit and the other system operates the rear braking circuit.Repair DescriptionOwners will be notified and instructed to take their vehicle to a Land Rover dealer who will replace both Left Hand and Right Hand front brake hoses. There will be no charge to owners for this repair.StatusRecall outstanding. Remedy not yet available...

 

And to flog just one more... LR just emailed me this-
"Thank you for contacting the Land Rover Customer Relationship Center. I do appreciate your inquiry. I have researched the request. I do show there is an open recall on your vehicle regarding a brake hose. Please make an appointment at an authorized Land Rover retailer to have this concern taken care of. You can locate an authorized Land Rover retailer online at www.landroverusa.com. If you have any questions or require additional information, please feel free to contact us at 1-800-637-6837, option 9."

 

I got the same notice when I entered my vin which states that there is no remedy available.
I did confirm the recall with Land Rover USA and was able to get my name associated with the vehicle that I purchased a few months ago (I am the 2nd owner).
When I called my dealer in Minneapolis they had no clue what I was talking about. The service advisor pretended to enter my vin into a computer and couldn't find any recalls regarding the brakes. Perhaps they aren't prepared for an influx of brake hose changes if that is indeed the remedy.
It doesn't sound like all of the dealers are in the loop as to what to do.

 

Just take this notice to them or the official one LR should send you in a few wks.
It sounds like you need a better dealer though


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Wait. I just reread your post. What was the response when you put in your vin?


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None of this is of any surprise. When a recall is announced there is alot of behind the scenes work to be done prior to the dealership being able to make room for customers. Procedures, billing codes and campaign info has to be prepared and transmitted. Most importantly among the mess is that new parts have to be supplied to the dealers. While all of this is going on the old parts have to be removed from the supply chain. Until all of these steps are completed and/or in place there will be no "remedy available" in the official channels. At this point calling in to service is very premature and only clogging up the phone lines.

 

Considering I just replaced my front lines a month ago, how do I go about getting reimbursed?

 

Since the ones you installed would be the old style I would go ahead with the recall.

 

I went with stoptech braided stainless lines