Owners of 2022 through 2026 Land Rover Range Rover models should check their VIN, as the automaker has recalled 93,997 of these SUVs in the United States as of October 2026. The recall, detailed in a filing with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, covers vehicles built between July 8, 2021, and June 4, 2026.

At the heart of the issue is a surprisingly small design flaw: the tailgate trim lacks sufficient drainage holes, allowing water to pool near the rearview camera instead of draining away as intended. Left unchecked, that trapped moisture can seep into the camera over time, resulting in a blurry picture or a complete loss of the backup image when drivers shift into reverse. Land Rover says all 93,997 recalled vehicles carry the drainage defect, even if their cameras haven't yet shown signs of failure.

This isn't the first time water intrusion has caused camera trouble for the brand. Land Rover previously issued recalls for similar rearview camera problems affecting Range Rover and Range Rover Sport models in January 2024, another round of Range Rovers in December 2024, and Discovery SUVs as recently as July 2026.

A malfunctioning backup camera isn't just an inconvenience — it can hide pedestrians or obstacles from the driver's view, raising real safety concerns. Backup cameras have been mandatory on all new passenger vehicles sold in the U.S. since May 2018, precisely because of these risks.

Land Rover first flagged the problem after noticing an abnormally high rate of rearview camera replacements in the U.S. and Canada, prompting an internal investigation that began on July 31, 2026. The company reviewed warranty claims and sent failed cameras back to its supplier for testing. On October 6, the supplier confirmed that the majority of examined units showed signs of water damage, and Land Rover approved the recall just two days later.

Between August 2022 and September 2026, the automaker logged 2,295 claims and field reports in the U.S. tied to camera replacements. No crashes, injuries, or fires have been linked to the defect so far.

To fix the problem, Land Rover dealers will drill extra drainage holes into the underside of the tailgate trim and test each camera's performance, replacing any unit that isn't working properly — all at no cost to owners. The company had already begun installing an updated seal on new vehicles built after June 4, 2026, ahead of the formal investigation.

Dealers are expected to receive recall notifications by October 29, with owner letters following by December 11, 2026. A second notice will be sent once a permanent repair becomes available. Owners can check their VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup tool, Land Rover's recall website, or by calling 800-637-6837.

Source: SlashGear

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