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NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD

2026 Land Rover Defender 90 Mhev

Recall and complaint safety record from NHTSA. This configuration has not been crash-tested.

0Recalls
0Complaints
0Investigations
ABOUT THE LAND ROVER DEFENDER 90 MHEV

The 2026 Land Rover Defender 90 Mhev is a two-door, short-wheelbase mild-hybrid SUV that sits at the premium end of the rugged off-road segment. Built for buyers who want serious go-anywhere capability wrapped in a refined, heritage-driven package, the Defender 90 targets adventure-minded drivers who refuse to compromise on road presence or prestige.

VERDICT

The 2026 Land Rover Defender 90 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.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • shoppers who want the full federal safety picture in one place
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers generally regard the Defender 90 as a compelling blend of classic off-road character and modern refinement, praising its distinctive styling, premium interior materials, and composed on-road manners. Some note that the short two-door body prioritizes personality and trail agility over everyday practicality, and a few flag that the elevated price point demands close scrutiny of the feature-to-value equation.

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

No vehicle recalls are on file for the 2026 Land Rover Defender 90 Mhev at NHTSA as of 2026-07-03. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the safety score.

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

0 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

0reported crash
0reported fire
0reported injuries
0reported deaths
Last verified 2026-07-03. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings, recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Land Rover Defender 90 Mhev 2026. Methodology · Disclosure