NHTSA Complaint #11564087 — 2023 LAND ROVER DEFENDER

STEERING issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11564087
Vehicle	2023 LAND ROVER DEFENDER
Component	STEERING
Date of Incident	January 1, 2024
Date Filed	January 8, 2024
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	NY

Consumer Description

The steering column won't move. The car starts, you can drive forward and back but the steering column doesn't move. This has happened twice now and I am afraid if this happens while I'm driving unexpectedly, death or serious injuries are very possible.

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