NHTSA Complaint #11601572 — 2018 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER VELAR

The contact owns a 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, smoke was detected coming from the engine. The driver opened the hood and noticed that fluid was leaking from the engine. The low-coolant level warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The vehicle was then towed to an independent mechanic, who determined that the engine had overheated, the expansion test hose was cracked, and coolant fluid was leaking. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. While driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine warning light illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, and informed the contact that the vehicle was not covered under a warranty. The failure mileage was approximately 69,447.