NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2026 Land Rover Defender 130 Mhev
Recall and complaint safety record from NHTSA. This configuration has not been crash-tested.
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The Land Rover Defender 130 Mhev is a three-row, full-size luxury off-road SUV aimed at adventure-oriented families and premium buyers who need genuine capability alongside upscale comfort. The 130 is the long-wheelbase, eight-seat variant of Land Rover's iconic Defender line, positioned at the top of the range and competing in a rarefied segment where rugged heritage meets modern electrified powertrains.
The 2026 Land Rover Defender 130 Mhev has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 0 recalls and 0 owner complaints on file, giving it a clean recall and complaint burden.
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Reviewers generally praise the Defender 130 for its commanding road presence, well-finished interior materials, and impressive off-road capability for a vehicle of its size. Ride comfort on pavement draws mixed reactions, with some finding the tuning firm. Most acknowledge the cabin refinement and technology integration as strong points, while flagging that the three-row configuration can feel tight in the rearmost seats.
NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
0 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.