NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2024 Land Rover Defender 130 Safety Record
The 2024 Land Rover Defender 130 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 0 recalls and 21 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2024 Land Rover Defender 130 currently lacks a comprehensive federal safety assessment. NHTSA has not subjected this model to its crash-test regimen, resulting in an absence of star ratings and a computed Safety Index. While the recall and complaint record appears minimal, with zero open recalls and 21 unverified owner complaints, this picture is fundamentally incomplete. Critical data regarding crashworthiness, typically derived from federal testing, remains unavailable for the 2024 Defender 130.
The 2024 Land Rover Defender 130 was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries zero recalls, and falls in the Light recall-and-complaint burden band according to NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Light |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 21 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2024 Land Rover Defender 130?
The 2024 Land Rover Defender 130 currently has zero recalls, placing it in the Light burden band for combined recall and complaint load. However, 21 owner complaints have been registered with NHTSA. Of these, 12 specifically cite electrical system malfunctions. A single fire allegation, while unverified, warrants particular attention given its potential severity. Additionally, five complaints concern the steering system, a critical safety component. As no crash-test data is available for the 2024 Defender 130 or any sibling years, its structural crashworthiness remains unassessed by federal standards. The Light burden band designation reflects the absence of recalls and a modest complaint volume, but it does not evaluate crash safety performance.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2024 Land Rover Defender 130 have any recalls?
The 2024 Land Rover Defender 130 has zero recalls on file with NHTSA. There are no open campaigns, no park-outside advisories, and no do-not-drive orders associated with this model year at this time.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2024 Land Rover Defender 130?
Owners have filed 21 unverified allegations with NHTSA. The most frequently reported components are the Electrical System, cited in 12 reports, followed by Steering with 5 reports, Back Over Prevention with 4, and Engine and Fuel/Propulsion System with 3 and 2 reports respectively. One report alleges a fire. These are unverified consumer allegations, not established defects.
21 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2024 Land Rover Defender 130?
Before purchasing any used 2024 Land Rover Defender 130, prospective owners should check its VIN against the NHTSA recall database at nhtsa.gov. Recalls remain with the vehicle, not the owner, and addressing any unresolved campaigns on a used unit is the new owner's responsibility.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2024 Land Rover Defender 130, meaning no federal star ratings or Safety Index score exists for this specific model year.
- Zero recalls are on file for the 2024 model year, with no open campaigns, park-outside advisories, or do-not-drive orders recorded in NHTSA data.
- The largest complaint cluster for this model year involves the Electrical System, with 12 unverified owner allegations reported to NHTSA, making it the top area to probe during any pre-purchase inspection.
- One unverified owner allegation involves fire, and five involve Steering. Both categories carry direct safety relevance and should be discussed with a qualified technician before finalizing a purchase.
FAQ2024 Land Rover Defender 130 safety questions
Was the 2024 Land Rover Defender 130 crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 0 recalls and 21 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2024 Land Rover Defender 130 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2024 Land Rover Defender 130 as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2024 Land Rover Defender 130?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 21 owner complaints are on file for the 2024 Land Rover Defender 130. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a fire.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Land Rover Defender 130 2024.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.