Recall - Vin Label, Incorrect Information

Bulletin: R93-003
Section: Recall
Date: 7/23/93
Model: Range Rover

Applicable to: USA/CND

Subject:
VIN LABEL NON-COMPLIANCE RECALL - D819 (USA), C819 (Canada)

The Rover Group Ltd. has determined that a non-compliance with a Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard exists on some 1993 model year Range Rovers.

DESCRIPTION OF DEFECT

The Vehicle Identification Label located on the driver's side door has incorrect gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR), gross axle weight ratings (GAWR), tire size, rim size and cold tire inflation pressure (rear only) information.

VEHICLES INVOLVED

1,082 1993 Range Rovers within VIN range ...PA6M23 to ... PA638670.

ACTION REQUIRED

Replace VIN label per the work procedure outlined in this bulletin. All vehicles sold by your dealership within the VIN range have a replacement label enclosed.

CUSTOMER NOTIFICATION

A sample of the customer notification letter is included. Please note that it directs the Owner to the Selling dealer. Mailing will commence to Owners on July 15, 1993.

WORK PROCEDURE

Inspect the VIN label on the driver's door to see that the GVWR reads 6019 LBS (2730 Kg) and that the recommended fire pressure reads 28 PSI (193 Kpa) front, 41 PSI (283 Kpa) rear. If not, replace the label as follows:

1. Using a damp cloth, remove any dirt from the label and surrounding area.

2. Heat the VIN label with a 1400 waft hot air gun for one minute. Taking care not to damage the paint, use a plastic scraper to remove the label. Body filler spreaders and plastic windshield scrapers work well.

3. Remove excess adhesive using mineral spirits or equivalent. Do not use a solvent that will damage the paint.

4. Verify the new VIN label is correct and install such that the number faces the inner door panel.

CLAIMS AND REPORTING

Submit a warranty claim as follows:

Claim Type: M
Campaign Code: D819 (USA)
C819 (Canada)
Labor Time: .25 hrs.

July, 1993

Dear Range Rover Owner:

This notice is sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act.

Rover Group, Ltd. has determined that some 1993 Range Rover vehicles Imported by Land Rover North America, Inc. fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards No. 49CFR, Part 567 and FMVSS 120.

The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Label located on the rear edge of the driver's door lists incorrect gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR), gross axle weight ratings (GAWR), tire size, rim size and cold tire inflation pressure (rear only).

The text should read:

GVWR: 6019 lbs.
GAWR:
Front: 2668 lbs.
Rear: 3572 lbs.
Tires: 205R16
Rims: 7Jx16
Inflation Pressure:
Rear: 41 psi

Overloading the vehicle to the weight allowance contained on the incorrect label could over stress the chassis, suspension and/or braking systems on the vehicle which could result in failures of these systems.

In order to remedy the non-compliance, your Range Rover Dealer will replace the VIN label at no charge to you. Dealers are presently aware of this action. Because the VIN label is unique to your vehicle ft has been sent to your selling Dealer.

If you do contact your Dealer and experience any difficulties In obtaining the required replacement label, please call our Owner Care Department at 1-800-637-6837.

If your Dealer does not repair your vehicle without charge and within 60 days, you may submit a complaint to the Administrator, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Washington, D.C. 20590, or call the toll-free Auto Safety Hotline at 1-800-424-9393 (Washington, D.C. area residents may call 4250-0123). Also, please call our Owner Care Specialists or write to:

Land Rover North America, Inc.
4390 Parliament Place
Lanham, MD 20706

We sincerely regret any inconvenience this action may cause you.