The problem
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. As a result of water ingress and subsequent ice blockage, the transmission breather tube can become clogged, expelling transmission fluid from the dipstick tube onto hot engine components.
The risk
This leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, can result in an underhood fire.
The fix
Dealers will remove the transmission breather tube from the inner fender and a section of the hose will be cut at an angle. This action will remove the end of the breather tube from any pooled water and will eliminate water droplets from clinging to the end of the tube.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 99V-007 (99V007000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Land Rover |
| Component | Engine and engine cooling |
| Report date | January 19, 1999 |
| Owners notified | January 11, 1999 |
| Vehicles affected | 20,426 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA investigation |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the engine & cooling
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 99V-007 repair free?
Yes. Land Rover dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will remove the transmission breather tube from the inner fender and a section of the hose will be cut at an angle. This action will remove the end of the breather tube from any pooled water and will eliminate water droplets from clinging to the end…
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 20,426 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.