Thread: 2012/13 Puma oil pump recall

I signed onto the TOPIx(link in the defender2.net thread)to confirm mine was on the list before I rang MLR.
This recall has a publication date of "07-May-2015 13:29:17" so only a week old here in Australia.
Even though I'm 2nd owner and it is just out of the 3year/100,00km it is all covered by Land Rover.


I looked up a mates VIN and he is not effected by this, bloody 2.4 drivers
I did find he has another recall though.


If folk aren't sure and don't want to sign onto TOPIx PM me your VIN and I could have a look.

my dealer has just informed me that my parts have been ordered and will be done next week.

Trivetts in parramatta will do your car --they are doing mine next week and have ordered kits for others as well --maybe ring again
alan

Thanks for the advice.

I contacted another dealer who put the VIN into the system and yes, my Defender needs inspection.

I rang the initial dealer and spoke to them again and they too confirmed that inspection of the pump is required after checking the VIN on the system.

If in doubt, get the dealer representative to check the number on their systems.

It is a bit of a worry when those who own the vehicles know more about what is going on than those who sell them.

Hi all,

I contacted Land Rover Customer Assistance, Australia on Tuesday 12th May and they weren't aware of this recall ... at that stage. The representative said he'd look into it and advise.

He called back today and confirmed that they are now aware of the recall and the modification is necessary for my Vin No. He also told me that there are letters in the mail going out to the owners of all affected Defenders so keep an eye out for it.

My Defender is now booked in for the end of this month, so all being well, I'll be a happy chappy again

Mine is also in the vin range. Ill have to be proactive as I've also moved interstate and didn't find out about the intercooler hose till it split. Will make some calls today.

Thanks Guys

Ben

Ok so I was proactive the other day, called Land Rover Australia they said they're aware of the problem and its a vin specific problem not all cars in the vin range are effected. After a quick search found nothing and said my car is not affected by the recall. Something in my gut told me to call the dealer so I did. He hadn't yet heard of it but said I'll get back to you. An hour later calls back and asks for the id number off the timing cover. Couple days later he emails to say he's ordered the part and will let me know when to bring it in to have the oil pump replaced.

Thanks Land Rover in Hobart

Does the recall apply to vehicles within the VIN range or does the oil light also need to be displaying erratically to qualify?