The problem
Land Rover is recalling 12,353 my 2008 lr2 vehicles built with a sunroof. Failure of either the left or right hand side sunroof guide rail can occur when the sunroof is operated. Excessive stress can develop in the over-molded bracket which could lead to cracking during normal sunroof operation. If cracks occur and propagate in a certain area of the guide rail, fragments of the plastic over-mold material May detach from the guide rail and obstruct the operation of the sunroof.
The risk
The obstruction could cause the sunroof, when operated, to bind, twist, and potentially detach from the operating mechanism. If the sunroof is subsequently cycled and a vertical force applied, I.e., a customer manually aiding the roof to close or wind lift, the glass panel can become fully detached from the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will install retention inserts to both sides of the glass panel guide rails. The recall began on February 29, 2008. Owners May contact Land Rover at 1-800-637-6837.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 08V-055 (08V055000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | P009 |
| Manufacturer | Land Rover |
| Component | Visibility › Sun/moon roof assembly |
| Report date | February 5, 2008 |
| Owners notified | February 29, 2008 |
| Vehicles affected | 12,353 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the windows, wipers & sunroof
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 08V-055 repair free?
Yes. Land Rover dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will install retention inserts to both sides of the glass panel guide rails. The recall began on February 29, 2008. 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 12,353 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.