The problem
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. The loading conditions on the vehicle's left side engine idler pulley can exceed the maximum calculated figure of the original design specification. The material of the pulley can fracture and ultimately fail. Failure of the pulley material can cause the pulley to throw off the serpentine belt.
The risk
This could result in a loss of engine auxiliary functions (power steering, water pump, alternator, air conditioning and ace).
The fix
Dealers will install an improved idler pulley.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 00V142001 (00V142001) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Land Rover |
| Component | Electronic stability control › Automatic (asc) |
| Report date | October 16, 2000 |
| Owners notified | December 28, 2000 |
| Vehicles affected | 36,911 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the stability & traction control
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 00V142001 repair free?
Yes. Land Rover dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will install an improved idler pulley.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 36,911 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.