The problem
Vehicle description: certain sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 114, "theft protection." water contamination of the automatic transmission oil can lead to various failure modes of the transmission. One of these failure models results in incorrect operation of the park lock function that could allow a vehicle to roll away if parked without the handbrake properly set.
The risk
Unintentional vehicle movement could result in a crash or personal injury.
The fix
Dealers will check the park lock function; reposition the automatic transmission breather tube; and test the automatic transmission fluid and flush if necessary.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 00V-377 (00V377000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Land Rover |
| Component | Power train › Automatic transmission |
| Report date | November 16, 2000 |
| Owners notified | January 4, 2001 |
| Vehicles affected | 59,445 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the transmission & drivetrain
- 1999 Land Rover Discovery transmission problems 2
- 2000 Land Rover Discovery transmission problems 5
- 2001 Land Rover Discovery transmission problems 1
- 1999 Land Rover Range Rover transmission problems 5
- 2000 Land Rover Range Rover transmission problems 8
- 2001 Land Rover Range Rover transmission problems 1
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 00V-377 repair free?
Yes. Land Rover dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will check the park lock function; reposition the automatic transmission breather tube; and test the automatic transmission fluid and flush if necessary.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 59,445 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.