Manufacturer Ref : p011
Make: LAND ROVER
Model : FREELANDER 2 DIESEL
Launch Date : 02/10/2008
Numbers Involved : 28871
Build Start Date : 01/02/2007
Build End Date : 23/05/2008
BOOSTER HEATER -POSSIBILITY THAT VEHICLE MAY CATCH FIRE
Description :
It has been identified that the controller circuit of the Positive Temperature Coefficient (PTC) the supplementary cabin heater may short circuit. This normally results in draining of the battery, and a non start situation.Additionally, the short circuit may lead to a distinct smell from hot/melted components which in extreme circumstances may develop into a fire. It is noted that, all of the above symptoms can occur when the vehicle is in use, or parked unattended.
Remedial Action : Authorised repairers will disable the PTC operation until such time as replacement parts of the latest specification become available.
Vehicle Id : SALFA27B47H000100 to SALFA24C48H111695
Make: LAND ROVER
Model : FREELANDER 2 DIESEL
Launch Date : 02/10/2008
Numbers Involved : 28871
Build Start Date : 01/02/2007
Build End Date : 23/05/2008
BOOSTER HEATER -POSSIBILITY THAT VEHICLE MAY CATCH FIRE
Description :
It has been identified that the controller circuit of the Positive Temperature Coefficient (PTC) the supplementary cabin heater may short circuit. This normally results in draining of the battery, and a non start situation.Additionally, the short circuit may lead to a distinct smell from hot/melted components which in extreme circumstances may develop into a fire. It is noted that, all of the above symptoms can occur when the vehicle is in use, or parked unattended.
Remedial Action : Authorised repairers will disable the PTC operation until such time as replacement parts of the latest specification become available.
Vehicle Id : SALFA27B47H000100 to SALFA24C48H111695
