Range Rover Evoque recalled
'Due to a manufacturing defect, the passenger airbag may tear during deployment,' the company says in its recall notice.
'This could cause hot gases to escape from the airbag and result in insufficient protection to the passenger.
'In the event of an accident, the airbag not deploying as intended and hot gas escaping towards the vehicle occupants could increase the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants.'
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If you own an affected vehicle, you'll need to schedule an appointment with an authorised JLR dealership to have the passenger airbag replaced, free of charge.
If you have any further questions, you can contact JLR Australia on 1800 625 642.
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