Champion Defender years to avoid
Across 1999–2019, no single Defender year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 2019 drew the most complaints; 2019 the fewest.
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Total complaints
26
Recall campaigns
1999–2019
Years covered
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Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
Every Defender year
Common questions
What is the best year for the Champion Defender?
By complaint volume, 2019 has the cleanest NHTSA record among Defender years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the Champion Defender have?
Across all model years, the Defender has 26 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 0 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.