Land Rover Recall 06V-131: Electrical system – switch

Affected: 2005–2006 Land Rover LR3, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. Filed with NHTSA on April 20, 2006, covering about 45,900 vehicles.

The problem

Certain vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 114, 'theft protection.' when the ignition is switched off, after a period of time, it is possible to remove the ignition key when the transmission shift lever is not in park.

The risk

This condition increases the risk of a crash resulting from the unintended movement of parked vehicles.

The fix

Dealers will reprogram the driveline control transfer box electronic control unit (ECU) with revised software. The recall began on June 30, 2006. Owners May contact Land Rover at 1-201-818-8500.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign06V-131 (06V131000)
Manufacturer numberB037
ManufacturerLand Rover
ComponentElectrical system › Ignition › Switch
Report dateApril 20, 2006
Owners notifiedJune 30, 2006
Vehicles affected45,900
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the electrical system

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 06V-131 repair free?

Yes. Land Rover dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will reprogram the driveline control transfer box electronic control unit (ECU) with revised software. The recall began on June 30, 2006. Owners May contact Land Rover at 1-201-818-8500.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 45,900 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.