Defender: Engine Failure (class action law suit)
Defender Dream Destroyed!
I had wanted to own a Defender since I was 8 years old. I was finally able to purchase one, but it had complete engine failure, while I was driving it on the highway; fortunately, no one was injured. My vehicle had less than 95,000kms and the cost to repair it is $16,837 (I have contacted Land Rover Canada, and this is with the discount, they have offered me). The P300 engine in my Defender is known to have timing chain issues that cause catastrophic engine failure, and Land Rover reported to me that the timing chain caused my engine failure. I have always had my vehicle serviced at the Dealership I purcashed it from. However, Land Rover is unwilling to replace the engine. The current value of the vehicle is $41,000 (in perfect working order) so it is tough to justify a bill of $16,837. I encourage anyone who is interested in purchasing a Defender to do some research, as to the reliability of their engines (sadly I did not do this). If anyone else has had a similar problem (in Canada) please email me at: dianerobinson100@hotmail.com as I am working with a lawyer to start a Class Action Law Suit against Land Rover.