Land Rover recall campaign 26V599000 adds 23,677 Jaguar and Land Rover vehicles to a DC-DC converter safety action. The converter can stop supporting the 12-volt electrical system after an overload during high demand or a software error at startup.
The official summary says a converter failure can lead to complete loss of drive power and exterior lighting, increasing crash risk. This September 17, 2026 filing expands earlier NHTSA campaign 26V248000; owners should check their VIN instead of adding both campaign populations or assuming every listed model is involved.
Quick answer: Campaign 26V599000 lists 2019-2024 Range Rover Sport; 2020-2024 Range Rover, Evoque, Discovery Sport and Defender; and 2021-2024 Velar, Discovery, Jaguar E-Pace and F-Pace. Dealers will update software free of charge. Interim letters are expected November 13, 2026, with additional letters when the final remedy is available.
Land Rover Recall 26V599 at a Glance
| NHTSA campaign | 26V599000 |
|---|---|
| JLR campaign | E008 |
| Potential population | 23,677 vehicles |
| Safety concern | Possible loss of 12-volt charging, drive power and exterior lighting |
| Notification timing | Interim letters expected November 13, 2026 |
Land Rover Recall Remedy Status
| Campaign | 26V599000 / JLR E008 |
|---|---|
| Current notice | Interim owner letters expected November 13, 2026 |
| Remedy | Software update at no charge; confirm final availability by VIN and dealer |
| Related earlier campaign | 26V248000; do not add both populations as unique vehicles |
Status note: Recall instructions and remedy availability can change. Verify the latest information for the exact VIN through NHTSA and an authorized Jaguar Land Rover dealer.
Which Jaguar and Land Rover Models Are Listed?
- 2019-2024 Range Rover Sport
- 2020-2024 Range Rover
- 2020-2024 Range Rover Evoque
- 2020-2024 Discovery Sport
- 2020-2024 Defender
- 2021-2024 Range Rover Velar
- 2021-2024 Land Rover Discovery
- 2021-2024 Jaguar E-Pace
- 2021-2024 Jaguar F-Pace
The year ranges are a screening list, not VIN confirmation. Production configuration and campaign records decide whether a particular vehicle is included. Some vehicles may relate to the earlier 26V248 campaign, so owners should use the newest VIN result and dealer instructions.
What the DC-DC Converter Problem Means
In a mild-hybrid vehicle, the DC-DC converter helps supply and charge the low-voltage electrical system from the higher-voltage side. The campaign says overload during high electrical demand or a startup software error can stop the converter from functioning.
If the 12-volt system is no longer charging, vehicle systems can progressively lose support. The official concern is potential loss of propulsion and exterior lights. This is why owners should not treat an electrical warning as merely an infotainment inconvenience.
Seven Steps for Owners and Used-Car Buyers
1. Check the VIN through an official source
Use the NHTSA recall lookup or a Jaguar Land Rover dealer. Reference 26V599000 or E008.
2. Read current remedy status carefully
The public summary says dealers will update software free of charge, while interim letters precede additional letters when the final remedy is available. Confirm availability before scheduling.
3. Do not add campaign populations together
This filing expands 26V248. The same vehicle can appear in related campaign history, so adding 170,169 and 23,677 does not prove a unique total for a buying decision.
4. Respond to electrical warnings safely
If warning messages appear or lighting and propulsion behavior changes, move away from traffic when safe, follow the owner’s manual and contact roadside assistance or the dealer.
5. Keep dealer documentation
Save the repair order, software version and campaign-completion record. Ask the dealer to identify whether the performed work closes E008 for that VIN.
6. Inspect a used vehicle beyond the recall
A completed software remedy does not establish the condition of the battery, charging system or the rest of the SUV. Arrange an independent inspection and review service history.
7. Recheck before purchase or delivery
Campaign status can change as records are updated. Run the VIN again shortly before payment and include any open remedy in the delivery agreement.
What This Means for Used Range Rover Shoppers
Search demand around “Land Rover recall” and “Range Rover recalls” is meaningful, but a broad model search cannot answer whether one SUV is affected. Buyers should start with the VIN, then compare the campaign status with the dealer’s paperwork.
Use Carvul’s used-car inspection checklist, verify vehicle-history records, and arrange insurance before buying. A safety recall remedy is free, but ownership costs and unrelated faults remain part of the purchase decision.
How to Check the Land Rover Recall by VIN
Find the complete 17-character VIN on the dashboard, driver’s-door label or registration. Search it through NHTSA, then ask an authorized Jaguar Land Rover dealer to check campaign E008 in the manufacturer system. Save both results because public and dealer databases can update on different schedules.
If the vehicle is listed, ask whether the available dealer action is the interim step or the final remedy described in the latest notice. The Land Rover recall filing anticipates an interim mailing followed by another letter when the final remedy is available, so an appointment date alone does not prove the campaign is closed.
For a used vehicle, request a repair order that shows the VIN, campaign code, work performed and completion date. Do not rely only on a seller’s dashboard photo. A warning-free dashboard at inspection time cannot establish whether the converter software campaign has been completed.
Warning Signs Owners Should Not Ignore
The campaign describes a condition that can affect charging of the 12-volt system and ultimately propulsion or exterior lighting. Owners may encounter warnings before a more serious loss, but the absence of a warning is not a substitute for a VIN check.
If the vehicle displays a charging-system, electrical or propulsion warning, follow the owner’s manual and contact the dealer. Do not attempt roadside electrical repairs on a hybrid system. If lighting or drive power changes in traffic, move to a safe location when possible and use manufacturer-approved roadside assistance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a park-outside instruction?
The campaign summary does not list a park-outside or do-not-drive advisory. Follow any later manufacturer or NHTSA instruction tied to the VIN.
Is the repair free?
The filed remedy says dealers will provide the software update at no charge.
When will owners receive letters?
Interim letters are expected to begin November 13, 2026. Additional letters are planned once the final remedy is available.
How do I check the Land Rover recall by VIN?
Enter the full 17-character VIN in the NHTSA recall lookup, then ask an authorized dealer to check campaign E008 in the manufacturer system. Retain a VIN-specific repair order after any campaign work.
Bottom Line
The Land Rover recall covers a serious electrical scenario, but it does not include every vehicle in each model year. Check the VIN, confirm remedy availability, retain the dealer record and treat any new electrical or propulsion warning according to official instructions.
Sources reviewed September 25, 2026: NHTSA campaign lookup, campaign 26V599000 and the related earlier campaign’s NHTSA Part 573 report for 26V248. Carvul images are editorial illustrations.