Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
Manufacturer
LAND ROVER
What Happened
Your vehicle's ignition switch may not properly lock the transmission when you take the key out, which could let the car roll away.
Risk if Unfixed
This could increase the risk of a crash if your parked vehicle moves unexpectedly.
Free Fix
The dealership will update your vehicle's computer system with new software at no cost to you, starting on June 30, 2006.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THIS CONDITION INCREASES THE RISK OF A CRASH RESULTING FROM THE UNINTENDED MOVEMENT OF PARKED VEHICLES.
Original — Remedy
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.
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