The problem
Certain sport utility vehicles May have been built with a incorrectly built seat belt buckle mountings.
The risk
When the rear left hand second row seat belt is used, the buckle May not be fully retained. A seat occupant May not be properly restrained increasing the risk of personal injury.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the second row left hand seat belt buckle free of charge. The recall began November 2, 2005. Owners May contact Land Rover at 1-800-637-6837.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 05V-501 (05V501000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | B021 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Seat belts |
| Report date | November 1, 2005 |
| Owners notified | November 2, 2005 |
| Vehicles affected | 548 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the seat belts
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 05V-501 repair free?
Yes. Land Rover dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect and replace the second row left hand seat belt buckle free of charge. The recall began November 2, 2005. Owners May contact Land Rover at 1-800-637-6837.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 548 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.