NHTSA Complaint #11715904 — 2024 LAND ROVER DEFENDER ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11715904
Vehicle	2024 LAND ROVER DEFENDER
Component	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Date of Incident	January 17, 2026
Date Filed	February 5, 2026
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	ME

Consumer Description

Car has had 2 separate, distinct failures of the DC/DC converter which result in electrical faults rendering all systems unusable (gearbox, steering, etc.) and making the care immobile. I have had it replaced once in September 2025 following a failure, and then the replacement failed in January 2026. This is incredibly dangerous while driving. Dealer and Land Rover are aware of widespread failures, parts are backordered with no timeline. Warning light starts with 'Electric Fault Detected' and continues to function for an indeterminate amount of time before failing completely.

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