Thread: Puma Defender Turbo Hose Recall Notice...Who's Received one?

Hi Andrew,

I have recently received a letter from Land Rover in regards to the recall to replace the mid intercooler hose, the letter states that the hose from the turbo to the intercooler can become detached!!!
I actually had my vehicle at the dealer prior to receiving this letter for a leaking windscreen and the service personnel told me that the recall was due to the hose rubbing on the engine causing it wear a hole in the hose!!!

It appears that the hose has been changed and a support bracket in the centre of the hose has been added.

The recall is for 2012 - 2013 model Defenders (Programme Number Q360).

Hope this helps.

Regards

Jeff

Originally Posted by Pickles2

I have discovered that when fixing the new "Bracket/Hose" or whatever, the airbox has to be removed to gain access,....which is apparently a very nasty task, with the risk of damaging/breaking the air box mounting brackets (because it is difficult to separate it from its mounting).
So, my advice would be, check your airbox & see if it's back like it should be, or alternatively ask you dealer was there any difficulty.
If there's one thing I don't like, it's things being damaged, "covered up", and not being put back the way they should be.
Pickles.

Thanks Pickles2 - Good advice. I did notice MAF cable and a few other wires were not replaced in their clips after the recall work. Today, as you suggest, I checked the air filter box, and sure enough its damaged. I dont think its a show stopper but the top edge has been levered with something and bartled the plastic. It seals OK- but poor workmanship.
I suspect they have forced it past the AC line. The WS manual method to remove the lower half of the filter box requires draining the AC and disconnecting the AC pipe/hose

Evertime these clowns work on my vehicle they create another issue!

Originally Posted by Grappler

I suspect they have forced it past the AC line. The WS manual method to remove the lower half of the filter box requires draining the AC and disconnecting the AC pipe/hose

That AC line over the top design seems completely clueless doesn't it, even for just changing the filter, makes a simple job a hassle and difficult to re-sit the lid.

Anyway, my theory turned out to be BS after all, got our recall notice in the post Friday. Had no problems with 28k on the clock but I will get it done next service I suppose.

Looked at my 2012 on Sunday.
Visible wear marks on the turbo hose (dust rubbed off by steering arm).
The distance between hose and arm with engine off looks to be large though... does the engine torque to the drivers or passenger's side under load?

Notice received last week and job done. Did have a look under the car and sure enough the hose was rubbing against the steering shaft.
Interesting the comments about collateral damage caused by the repair . Looks like I should stick my head under the bonnet to see what's going on.

Originally Posted by IBN

Notice received last week and job done. Did have a look under the car and sure enough the hose was rubbing against the steering shaft.
Interesting the comments about collateral damage caused by the repair . Looks like I should stick my head under the bonnet to see what's going on.

I'd be interested to find out, & also which dealer did your recall.
Apparently the Airbox is difficult to remove & A/C pipes have to be disconnected etc to do the job, ,so yes, it is quite involved.
Our '13 90 does appear to be in the Vin range, but I've received no "notification" etc yet?
Pickles.

Ive got a 2013 90 as well and rang LRA last week to ask about any recalls and the call centre guy said there was nothing on my file about a recall. Either he didnt know what he was doing, or mines not eligible. Given that he couldnt work out how to look at my service records to tell me if the mechanic had entered the additional service I had done at 30k kms I wasnt inspired to confidence...

Originally Posted by Pickles2

I'd be interested to find out, & also which dealer did your recall.
Apparently the Airbox is difficult to remove & A/C pipes have to be disconnected etc to do the job, ,so yes, it is quite involved.
Our '13 90 does appear to be in the Vin range, but I've received no "notification" etc yet?
Pickles.

Melbourne Land Rover did the job. The notice quoted 1.5 hours for the job. Whether this is enough to do the task properly, I'll leave to the more knowledgeable here to decide. Still haven't stuck my head under the bonnet.
Ivars