Freelander 2 recall

[ByronB]

Hi Members,

I am sure some of you are just receiving your possible fuel leak recall notices at the moment, evoque and freelander 2 2013 and late models.
My question is, hasn't this engine been used for many years why is a problem showing up now, or were there modifications to the previous version.
I do remember seeing an earlier post regarding this problem, with pictures so maybe they have had to act on it.
I thought this engine was used in a lot of other vehicles, have not heard of any other recalls.
I am having mine checked in a few weeks, with A service ouch!!! I would be interested in other members thoughts,.up to 20k now love the car.

Cheers

[Avion8]

Hi ByronB,

It is a Peugeot engine, same as used in the 4007. As we have one I checked with Peugeot when I first came across the Freelander 2 recall. They got back to me saying it is just a Land Rover problem, and that the Peugeot is just fine. I now park it away from the Land Rovers. Great engine but still haven't managed the claimed 6.0 Ltrs/100km. We are running just over 7 at present.

Cheers

[oznut]

When I received my recall letter yesterday, I asked myself the same question. Thought the engine was a well proven one!! Anyway I too will get it checked with my first service in a couple of months..only done 10 K in 8 mths

[ByronB]

Cheers just make sure you do it within the 12 months, I was going to wait till November, but with 20k I will do it now, don't know how big a delay the recall will put on service bookings.

Cheers

[oznut]

Yeah gotta do it by Jan to maintain warranty..I rather wait for other cars to be the guinea pig first...8) .. I know I know, lame thinking ..8)

[ByronB]

Start saving 850 I was quoted all dealers

[oznut]

Crikey !! Just as well we have 'free' service for 3 years via the corporate plan and a free loan car while being serviced at dealership.

[ByronB]

Wish I did, I have car allowance
still have it covered, but hard work for a private owner.

[oznut]

I hear you mate..for that astronomical cost, I too will feel the pain...8(

[XianR]

Hi ByronB,

It is a Peugeot engine, same as used in the 4007. As we have one I checked with Peugeot when I first came across the Freelander 2 recall. They got back to me saying it is just a Land Rover problem, and that the Peugeot is just fine. I now park it away from the Land Rovers. Great engine but still haven't managed the claimed 6.0 Ltrs/100km. We are running just over 7 at present.

Cheers

I don't quite follow: is the FL2 using a Peugeot engine?