Jaguar XJ recalls

51 official safety recalls for the Jaguar XJ from NHTSA (United States), DVSA (United Kingdom) and the EU Safety Gate, newest first. Recall repairs are normally free at the maker’s dealers.

Whether your car is affected and still needs the repair depends on its VIN or registration. Check it on the official site for your country:

United States: nhtsa.gov/recalls
United Kingdom: check-vehicle-recalls.service.gov.uk

Security guidance provided to owners
Reported December 2, 2025Model years 2013–2018DVSA recall R/2025/48871,032 vehicles affected
There is no fault with the vehicle security systems. Owners will receive a letter with guidance on maximising vehicle security and protecting against theft. No repair is required.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
Security Guidance
Defect
Jaguar Land Rover in conjunction with law enforcement and insurance bodies is aware of the increase in thefts of vehicles in specific geographical locations within the United Kingdom. There is no fault with Jaguar Land Rover's security systems and they continue to meet stringent automotive legislation. Jaguar Land Rover is offering owners guidance on how to maximise vehicle security and protect against theft
Remedy
Vehicle registered keepers will be sent a security guidance letter only - there is no repair action.
Front airbags may not deploy when required
Reported September 21, 2020Model years 2009–2019DVSA recall R/2020/261EU Safety Gate A12/01255/2040 vehicles affected
The front airbags may not deploy when required. The restraint control module software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
FRONT AIR BAGS MAY NOT DEPLOY WHEN REQUIRED
Defect
Front Air Bags may not deploy when required.
Remedy
Update the Restrain Control Module (RCM) with the latest software
Air bag software may cause improper deployment
Reported September 12, 2020Model years 2010–2017NHTSA campaign 20V55700012 vehicles affected
The restraint control module software may cause the frontal air bags to deploy improperly in a frontal crash, increasing the risk of injury. Dealers will update the software, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
Defect
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2010-2011 and 2017 XJ vehicles. The Restraint Control Module (RCM) software may cause the frontal air bags to deploy improperly in the event of a frontal impact crash.
Consequence
Failure of the air bags to deploy properly increases the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will update the RCM software, free of charge. The recall began October 7, 2020. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-369-1000. Jaguar's number for this recall is H294.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Crankshaft pulley retaining bolt may fracture
Reported January 29, 2019Model years 2018DVSA recall R/2019/014EU Safety Gate A12/0192/1987 vehicles affected
A production specification error may cause the crankshaft pulley retaining bolt to fracture. It will be replaced with a bolt made to the correct specification.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE CRANKSHAFT PULLEY RETAINING BOLT MAY FRACTURE
Defect
The crankshaft pulley retaining bolt may fracture due to a production specification error.
Remedy
Replace the crankshaft pulley centre retaining bolt with one that has been manufactured to the correct specification.
Crankshaft pulley bolt may fracture
Reported January 17, 2019Model years 2019NHTSA campaign 19V039000443 vehicles affected
An improperly manufactured crankshaft pulley retaining bolt may fracture, potentially causing engine failure and increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the bolt free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
Defect
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2019 Jaguar F-Pace, F-Type, and XJ vehicles equipped with V6 or V8 gasoline engines. The crankshaft pulley retaining bolt may have been improperly manufactured, possibly causing the crankshaft pulley bolt to fracture, potentially resulting in engine failure.
Consequence
Engine failure may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Jaguar has notified owners, and dealers will replace the crankshaft pulley center retaining bolt, free of charge. The recall began February 11, 2019. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H181.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Instrument cluster may go blank
Reported October 31, 2017Model years 2016–2017DVSA recall R/2017/29133,256 vehicles affected
A software issue may cause the instrument cluster to go blank intermittently. The latest software will be installed.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER MAY INTERMITTENTLY GO BLANK
Defect
Due to a software issue the Instrument cluster may intermittently go blank.
Remedy
Affected vehicles will be recalled to have the latest software installed/downloaded.
Instrument cluster may go blank
Reported October 26, 2017Model years 2016–2017NHTSA campaign 17V6780007,036 vehicles affected
The instrument cluster may intermittently go blank, hiding information such as vehicle speed and increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will update the vehicle software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Defect
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Jaguar XF and F-Pace, 2016-2017 Jaguar XJ and 2018 Jaguar XE vehicles. The instrument cluster (IC) may intermittently go blank.
Consequence
A blank instrument cluster will not show important information like vehicle speed, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 19, 2017. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H056.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Front airbags may deploy at the wrong threshold
Reported July 31, 2017Model years 2009–2010DVSA recall R/2017/195EU Safety Gate A12/0912/172,109 vehicles affected
After an unsuccessful diagnostic update, the airbag calibration may revert to a preset condition. In a severe frontal impact, the airbags may deploy at thresholds that do not provide the required occupant protection. The remedy is to update the restraint control module software.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
SRS DID NOT DEPLOY AIRBAGS AS INTENDED
Defect
When connected to Jaguar Land Roverï¿½s Symptom Driven Diagnostics (SDD) device and an update is unsuccessfully undertaken the calibration may default to a pre-set condition. In the event of a frontal impact of a sufficient severity to require the Supplementary Restraint System (SRS) to deploy the front airbags the airbags will deploy but at impact thresholds that exceed those which provide the required occupant protection. Failure of the airbags to deploy as required can lead to increased injuries to the occupants.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and update the RCM with the latest software.
Air bag software may have incorrect calibration
Reported June 22, 2017Model years 2010–2011NHTSA campaign 17V3940004,926 vehicles affected
If a software update to the restraint control module does not complete during servicing, the air bag calibration may be incorrect and the air bags may not deploy as intended in a crash. Dealers will update the module software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS
Defect
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2010-2011 XJ vehicles. If, while servicing the vehicle, the vehicle does not successfully receive an update to the Restraint Control Module (RCM) software, the default air bag calibration settings may be incorrect.
Consequence
In the event of a crash, the incorrect calibration may not activate the air bag deployment as intended, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will update the RCM with the latest software, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2017. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H034.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Passenger airbag may not deploy
Reported December 31, 2016Model years 2016DVSA recall R/2016/30515 vehicles affected
An incorrectly mixed airbag initiator may fail to function, preventing the passenger airbag from deploying in a collision and increasing injury risk. The remedy is to replace the airbag.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
PASSENGER AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY
Defect
It has been identified by the air-bag manufacturer that the air-bag initiator generant mix ratio does not meet specification. This can therefore result in the initiator not functioning correctly which can lead to none deployment of the air-bag. Should a collision occur then there is an increased risk of injury to the passenger.
Remedy
Recall all affected vehicles to replace the air-bag with a new quality assured component.
Passenger air bag may fail to deploy
Reported December 29, 2016Model years 2016–2017NHTSA campaign 16V94300016 vehicles affected
The front passenger air bag inflator initiator may fail to ignite in a crash, preventing the air bag from deploying and increasing the risk of injury. Dealers will replace the front passenger air bag free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Jaguar XJ vehicles manufactured September 12, 2016, to October 26, 2016. The affected vehicles have a front passenger air bag inflator initiator that may fail to ignite during a crash, preventing the air bag from deploying.
Consequence
In the event of a crash of sufficient severity, the front passenger air bag may not deploy as required, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 20, 2017. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J080.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Driver airbag may not deploy correctly
Reported June 30, 2016Model years 2016DVSA recall R/2016/1336 vehicles affected
A production defect may prevent the driver's airbag from deploying correctly and providing its intended protection. The driver's airbag will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
AIRBAG MAY DEPLOY INCORRECTLY
Defect
Due to a nonconformity of production the driver's air bag may not deploy correctly and may not provide protection as intended.
Remedy
On affected vehicles replace driver's air bag
Auxiliary belt pulley retainer may fail
Reported June 2, 2016Model years 2012–2015DVSA recall R/2016/036EU Safety Gate A12/0362/16636 vehicles affected
The auxiliary drive belt pulley retainer may fail, cutting drive to items including the water pump and power steering pump. This may cause overheating or reduced steering assistance, though steering control will remain. The idler pulley and retainer will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
POSSIBLE LOSS OF STEERING ASSISTANCE
Defect
The auxiliary drive belt pulley retainer may fail and cause loss of drive to auxiliary items including the water pump and power steering pump. This may cause an engine management lamp to illuminate engine overheating or a reduction in steering assistance though steering control will be maintained.
Remedy
On affected vehicles replace auxiliary belt idler pulley and retainer.
Owner's manual may misdescribe air bag indicator
Reported January 27, 2015Model years 2015NHTSA campaign 15V0370001,346 vehicles affected
The owner's manual may incorrectly describe the occupant sensor system and air bag status indicator, which could lead to misunderstanding of air bag operation and increase injury risk in a crash. A handbook supplement will be supplied free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS
Defect
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2015 Jaguar XJ vehicles manufactured July 2, 2014, to December 4, 2014. The affected vehicles may have an incorrect description of the operation of Occupant Sensor System (OSS) in the owner's manual. Since the manual does not correspond with the actual Air Bag Status Indicator Lamp, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence
If the occupant does not correctly understand how air bag functions, they may be at an increased risk of personal injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Jaguar will notify owners, and supply a supplement to add to the owner's handbook, free of charge. The recall began March 2, 2015. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J050.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Brake pipe unions may leak brake fluid
Reported December 24, 2014Model years 2014DVSA recall R/2014/156EU Safety Gate A12/2177/14631 vehicles affected
Underbody brake pipe unions may be loose, causing brake fluid loss, longer pedal travel and, if both circuits fail, reduced braking performance. A low fluid message or brake warning lamp may appear; the vehicle may not start after sufficient fluid loss. Unions will be checked and tightened where needed, and fluid topped up.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
BRAKE FLUID MAY LEAK
Defect
Underbody brake pipe unions may not have been tightened to the specified torque. This may cause loss of brake fluid extended brake pedal travel and if both circuits fail loss of braking performance. The Fluid level low message may appear and the brake warning lamp may illuminate. In some instances sufficient loss of brake fluid may prevent the vehicle from starting.
Remedy
On affected vehicles inspect unions and where necessary tighten unions to specified torque. Check brake fluid level and where necessary top up to correct level
Brake line junctions may leak fluid
Reported November 19, 2014Model years 2014–2015NHTSA campaign 14V7410001,571 vehicles affected
Brake line junctions may leak fluid, reducing braking ability and increasing stopping distance and crash risk. Dealers will inspect the junctions and tighten them as needed free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect
Jaguar Land Rover North America (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Jaguar XJ vehicles manufactured February 6, 2014, to July 23, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the brake line junctions under the vehicle may leak brake fluid.
Consequence
A brake fluid leak may reduce the vehicle's braking ability, requiring additional distance to stop the vehicle, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake line junctions, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on January 16, 2015. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J048.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Alternator cable may loosen and raise fire risk
Reported October 27, 2014Model years 2014DVSA recall R/2014/145EU Safety Gate A12/1786/147,836 vehicles affected
A loose alternator cable fixing may increase fire risk. Failed engine accessory fixings could also cause loss of steering assistance. The front accessory fixings will be inspected and tightened to specification.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
RISK OF FIRE
Defect
The positive cable fixing to the alternator may come loose and lead to an elevated risk of fire. Additionally there are concerns raised regarding the fixings for the engine mounted belt driven ancillaries. If the fixings fail power assistance to the steering can be lost and more input from the driver will be required to steer the vehicle.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to inspect and torque the front ancillary fixings to the correct specification.
Engine components may detach
Reported October 27, 2014Model years 2015NHTSA campaign 14V673000272 vehicles affected
The accessory drive belt, power steering pump pulley or alternator battery cable may detach. A loose cable can cause an electrical short and fire; a detached belt can cause loss of power steering and increase crash risk. Dealers will inspect and correct the components free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
Defect
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2015 F-TYPE vehicles manufactured August 25, 2014, to September 12, 2014, 2015 XF vehicles manufactured September 3, 2014, to September 12, 2014, and 2015 XJ vehicles manufactured August 21, 2014, to September 11, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the Front End Accessory Drive (FEAD) belt, Power Assisted Steering (PAS) pump pulley and/or battery positive cable at the alternator may detach.
Consequence
If the battery positive cable loosens, an electrical short may result, increasing the risk of a fire. If the FEAD belt looses or detaches, the vehicle may lose power assisted steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Jaguar has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the affected engine mounted components for the proper threading and torque, correcting them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 10, 2014. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J044.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Restraint system software may not operate properly
Reported June 2, 2014Model years 2013NHTSA campaign 14V29200070 vehicles affected
The restraint control module software may not meet specifications for proper air bag system operation, increasing the risk of occupant injury in a crash. Dealers will install updated software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Defect
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2013 Jaguar XJ vehicles manufactured May 21, 2012, through July 10, 2012. The generic software calibration installed on the vehicles' Restraints Control Module (RCM) may not meet the specification for proper operation of the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS). As such, these vehicles do not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence
Vehicles that have the generic software may put the occupants at an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will upload new software for the Restraints Control Module, free of charge. The recall began on July 8, 2014. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-855-524-8278. Jaguar's number for this recall is J040.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Supplementary restraint system may not meet specifications
Reported May 29, 2014EU Safety Gate A12/0899/14
In a crash, the supplementary restraint system may not perform to specification, increasing the risk of injury to occupants. The product is being withdrawn from the market.
Official EU Safety Gate text
Component
Injuries
Defect
null In the event of a vehicle being involved in a crash, the performance of the supplementary restraint system (SRS) may not be to specification and there will be an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants.
Remedy
Withdrawal of the product from the market
Notes
Notified by United Kingdom
Rear toe link may separate from sub-frame
Reported April 4, 2014Model years 2013–2014DVSA recall R/2014/041273 vehicles affected
After prolonged aggressive driving, the rear toe link may separate from the rear sub-frame, compromising stability and directional control and increasing accident risk. The rear toe link nut and washer assembly will be replaced with revised parts.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
DIRECTIONAL CONTROL MAY BE COMPROMISED
Defect
A concern has been identified where in the event of prolonged aggressive driving it is possible that the rear toe link will separate from the rear sub-frame. In this event vehicle stability will be compromised and degree of directional control minimised which increases the risk of an accident.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the nut and washer assembly on the rear toe link with components of revised design.
Rear toe links may separate
Reported March 31, 2014Model years 2013–2014NHTSA campaign 14V157000297 vehicles affected
The rear toe links may separate from the rear sub-frame, reducing vehicle stability and directional control and increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the rear toe link nut and washer assembly free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SUSPENSION:REAR
Defect
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 XJ, XF and XK vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the toe links, components used to control the alignment of the rear wheels, can separate from the rear sub-frame.
Consequence
If a toe link separates from the rear sub-frame, a loss of vehicle stability and directional control may result, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Jaguar notified owners on May 8, 2014, and dealers will replace the nut and washer assembly on the rear toe links, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin around May 27, 2014. Owners may contact Jaguar at 1-855-524-8278. Jaguar's number for this recall is J037.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Certification label is missing
Reported March 14, 2014Model years 2013NHTSA campaign 14V1230003 vehicles affected
The missing certification label omits vehicle weight ratings and other required information. Without it, the vehicle could be overloaded, increasing crash risk. Dealers will provide a replacement vehicle or a full purchase refund free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Defect
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2013 XF and XJ vehicles manufactured March 26, 2013, through April 10, 2013. In these vehicles, the certification label that is intended to specify the required Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) front, Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) rear, the manufacture date and country of manufacture is absent. Thus, the vehicles do not conform to Part 567, "Certification."
Consequence
If the certification label does not specify all the necessary information or the vehicle weight range could result in the vehicle being overloaded and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Jaguar will notify owners and dealers will re-acquire and will provide a replacement vehicle or a full refund of the purchase, free of charge. Owners may contact Jaguar at 1-855-524-8278. Jaguar's number associated with this recall is J039.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Charge air cooler hose may detach
Reported August 6, 2013Model years 2012–2013DVSA recall R/2013/090EU Safety Gate A12/1086/13152 vehicles affected
A hose may detach from the resonator, causing the engine to cut out and potentially removing brake servo vacuum assistance. The issue will be rectified.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
ENGINE MAY CUT OUT
Defect
It has been established that the Charge Air Cooler (CAC) hoses and resonator pipe have not been assembled to the correct specification. It is therefore possible that under certain conditions the CAC hose can detach from the resonator. This could result in the engine cutting out and possible loss of vacuum assistance for the brake servo.
Remedy
Recall the affected vehicle and rectify the issue.
Wiper arm may detach
Reported February 9, 2011Model years 2009–2010DVSA recall R/2010/2072,319 vehicles affected
Loose wiper spindle fixings may cause the arms to clash or detach, leaving the wipers unable to clear the windscreen fully. The fixings will be checked and tightened to specification if needed.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
WIPER ARM COULD DETACH
Defect
The wiper arm spindle fixings may not have been tightened sufficiently which could lead to clashing of the arms and possible detachment. Should this condition occur the wipers will not fully clear the windscreen.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check the tightness of the windscreen wiper spindle fixings and where necessary tighten to specification.
Front wiper arms may lose synchronisation
Reported November 12, 2010Model years 2010–2011NHTSA campaign 10V5780006,475 vehicles affected
The front wiper arm securing nuts may fail, causing the arms to lose synchronisation and clash. They could detach, reducing visibility and increasing crash risk. Dealers will secure the arms and tighten the nuts to the correct torque, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
Defect
JAGUAR IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010-2011 XJ VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 28, 2009, THROUGH NOVEMBER 3, 2010. THE FRONT WIPER ARMS TO SPINDLE FIXINGS WERE NOT TORQUED TO SPECIFICATION DURING MANUFACTURING. AS A RESULT, THE SECURING NUTS COULD FAIL TO PERFORM AS INTENDED, RESULTING IN A LOSS OF WIPER ARM SYNCHRONIZATION AND A CLASH OF THE WIPER ARMS.
Consequence
IF THE WIPER ARMS LOSE SYNCHRONIZATION AND CLASH, THEY COULD DETACH FROM THE VEHICLE, REDUCING A DRIVER'S VISIBILITY AND INCREASING THE RISK OF CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL ENSURE THE WIPER ARMS ARE FITTED SECURELY ONTO THE SPINDLE AND THE SECURING NUTS WILL BE TIGHTENED TO THE CORRECT TORQUE. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE DECEMBER 13, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT JAGUAR AT 1-800-637-6837.
Notes
JAGUAR SAFETY RECALL NO. J019.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV>HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV</A> .
Brake pipes may corrode and leak
Reported July 17, 2009Model years 2002–2004DVSA recall R/2009/0474,487 vehicles affected
Water and debris trapped against the rear brake pipes and unions may wear away corrosion protection. This can cause fluid leaks, greater brake pedal travel, or reduced or lost braking. Pipes will be inspected and those with red rust replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
UNDER FLOOR /REAR CROSS MEMBER BRAKE PIPE CORROSION
Defect
It has been identified that a touch condition can exist between the rear under floor brake pipes rear cross member brake pipe and their unions and a noise vibration harshness pad. Where this condition existswater and detritus can collect and be held in contact causing the corrosion protection to abrade. This can lead in time to brake fluid leakage increased brake pedal travel and in some cases reduced or loss of service brake performance.
Remedy
Recalled vehicles will have the subject brake pipes inspected. Those displaying red rust on the pipes or unions will be replaced.
Brake pipes may corrode
Reported April 30, 2009Model years 2004NHTSA campaign 09V14400014,551 vehicles affected
The under-tray pad may trap water and dirt against brake pipes and unions, wearing away their corrosion protection. Corrosion can reduce braking performance or cause brake failure. Dealers will remove the pad, inspect the pipes and unions, and replace any with red rust free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Defect
JAGUAR IS RECALLING 14,551 MY 2004 XJ VEHICLES. A POTENTIAL CONCERN HAS BEEN IDENTIFIED WITH THE INSTALLATION OF A NOISE VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) PAD FITTED TO THE UNDER TRAY AND ITS INTERACTION WITH THE REAR UNDER FLOOR BRAKE PIPES, REAR CROSS MEMBER BRAKE PIPES, AND THEIR UNIONS. A REVIEW OF VEHICLE BUILD CONDITIONS PROVIDES EVIDENCE THAT A TOUCH CONDITION CAN EXIST BETWEEN THE UNDER FLOOR AND CROSS MEMBER BRAKE PIPES AND THE NVH PAD AT THE REAR OF THE UNDER FLOOR UNDER TRAY. WHERE THE TOUCH CONDITION EXISTS, WATER AND DIRT CAN COLLECT AND BE HELD IN CONTACT WITH THE PIPES AND THEIR UNIONS, ABRADE THE CORROSION PROTECTION AND REDUCE THE CORROSION LIFE OF THE PIPES ACCORDINGLY.
Consequence
CORROSION OF THE BRAKE PIPES CAN LEAD TO A LOSS OF MECHANICAL INTEGRITY OF THE BRAKING SYSTEM. THIS CAN RESULT IN EXTENDED BRAKE PEDAL TRAVEL COMBINED WITH REDUCED BRAKING PERFORMANCE IN THE CORRESPONDING BRAKE CIRCUIT. THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER MAY DISPLAY THE WARNING MESSAGE 'FLUID LEVEL LOW', ALONG WITH THE BRAKE WARNING LAMP BEING ILLUMINATED. IN THE EVENT OF BOTH BRAKING CIRCUITS LOSING INTEGRITY AT THE SAME TIME, COMPLETE LOSS OF SERVICE BRAKES WILL OCCUR, THEREBY POTENTIALLY CAUSING A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE UNDER TRAY AT THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE AND REMOVE AND DISCARD THE NVH PAD FITTED TO THE REAR OF THE UNDER TRAY. DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE REAR UNDER FLOOR AND REAR CROSS MEMBER BRAKE PIPES AND UNIONS FOR RED RUST. IF RED RUST IS PRESENT ON THE PIPES OR ON THE UNION, THE BRAKE PIPES AND UNION WILL BE REPLACED WITH NEW COMPONENTS OF THE SAME DESIGN. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MAY 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT JAGUAR AT 1-800-452-4827.
Notes
JAGUAR RECALL NO. J012.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV>HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV</A> .
Diesel particulate filter may overheat and cause a fire
Reported April 23, 2007Model years 2005–2007DVSA recall R/2007/04516,056 vehicles affected
The diesel particulate filter may overheat, causing smoke, flames or an orange glow. Heat could melt interior components and potentially cause an interior fire. Engine management software will be updated; the vehicle will self-test for blockage and the filter replaced if required.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER EXCESSIVE HEAT
Defect
The diesel particulate filters (DPF) of the 2.7 litre engine may exhibit smoke and or fire from the underside of the vehicle flames emanating from within the rear exhaust tailpipe or an orange glow from the underside of the vehicle. Heat from within the DPF can radiate to the surrounding vehicle components and may lead to heating of the underside of the transmission tunnel and subsequent melting of interior components with the potential for an interior fire.
Remedy
Recalled vehicles will have the engine management control module re-programmed with the latest calibration file. The vehicle will self test for DPF blockage which where required will be replaced.
Brake fluid may leak from caliper bridge pipes
Reported January 1, 2007Model years 2005–2006DVSA recall R/2006/2177 vehicles affected
Brake fluid may leak from a front brake caliper bridge pipe. Replace the bridge pipes on all four calipers with revised corrosion-resistant pipes.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
BRAKE FLUID MAY LEAK FROM BRAKE PIPE
Defect
Brake fluid may leak from either the right hand front or left hand front brake caliper bridge pipe
Remedy
Recall affected vehicles and replace the caliper bridge pipe on all four calipers with a revised corrosion resistant pipe
Fuel tank seals may leak
Reported September 19, 2006Model years 2006–2007NHTSA campaign 06V3580006,199 vehicles affected
Fuel delivery, jet pump or cluster valve seals may not be retained properly. Fuel may leak if its level is above the openings, creating a fire risk near an ignition source. Dealers will replace the fuel tanks free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Defect
SOME PASSENGER VEHICLES MAY HAVE FUEL TANKS IN WHICH THE FUEL DELIVERY MODULE (FDM), JET PUMP MODULE (JPM, AND/OR CLUSTER VALVE (CV) SEALS ARE NOT PROPERLY RETAINED IN THE FUEL TANK. THIS MAY RESULT IN ILLUMINATION OF THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL), OR A FUEL ODOR.
Consequence
IF THE LEVEL OF FUEL IS ABOVE THE FDM, JPM, OR CV APERTURES, FUEL MAY LEAK OUT OF THE TANK. A FUEL LEAK IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL TANKS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 31, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT JAGUAR AT 1-800-452-4827.
Notes
JAGUAR RECALL NO. R726.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Moonroof glass may shatter
Reported March 3, 2006Model years 2005DVSA recall R/2006/016100 vehicles affected
Incorrectly assembled reinforcement bars may cause the moonroof glass to shatter. The moonroof will be replaced with a quality assured replacement.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
ROOF GLASS MAY SHATTER
Defect
The moonroofs glass may shatter due to the reinforcement bars being incorrectly assembled.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the moonroof with a quality assured replacement.
Moonroof glass may shatter
Reported January 25, 2006Model years 2006NHTSA campaign 06V0180002,675 vehicles affected
An incorrectly assembled reinforcement bar may contact the moonroof glass, which could shatter when a door closes or after a severe road impact and injure occupants. Dealers will replace the moonroof free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
Defect
ON CERTAIN SEDANS EQUIPPED WITH MOONROOFS, A REINFORCEMENT BAR WAS INCORRECTLY ASSEMBLED SO THAT THE BAR MAY CONTACT THE GLASS IN THE MOONROOF. WHEN CLOSING A DOOR OR UPON SEVERE ROAD IMPACT, IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE MOONROOF GLASS MAY SHATTER.
Consequence
IF THE GLASS SHATTERS, THERE IS A RISK OF INJURY TO THE VEHICLE OCCUPANTS.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE MOONROOF FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 27, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT JAGUAR AT 1-800-452-4827.
Notes
JAGUAR RECALL NO. R722.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Automatic transmission may not engage park
Reported November 30, 2005Model years 2005DVSA recall R/2005/155218 vehicles affected
A faulty part may prevent the transmission from fully engaging park, even when the indicators show it has. Without the parking brake applied, the vehicle could roll away if the key remains in the ignition. The part will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE PARKING FUNCTION OF THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION MAY NOT OPERATE CORRECTLY
Defect
Due to the presence of an out of specification component within the automatic gearbox parking brake interlock system. The parking function may not fully engage when the operating lever is moved to park despite all indicators showing that park has been achieved. If the parking brake is not applied the vehicle may roll away if the ignition key remains in the ignition.
Remedy
Recalled vehicles will have the out of specification component replaced with a quality assured item.
Transmission may not engage park
Reported November 1, 2005Model years 2006NHTSA campaign 05V503000493 vehicles affected
An incorrectly made parking pawl guide plate may prevent Park from engaging even when the indicators show Park. Dealers will replace the guide plate free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
Defect
CERTAIN SEDANS MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH AN INCORRECTLY MANUFACTURED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION PARKING PAWL GUIDE PLATE.
Consequence
CONSEQUENTLY 'PARK' MAY NOT ENGAGE WHEN THE LEVER IN THE VEHICLE IS MOVED TO 'PARK" AND ALL INDICATORS SHOW 'PARK' POSITION IS ACHIEVED.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE PARKING PAWL GUIDE PLATE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN NOVEMBER 22, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT JAGUAR AT 1-800-452-4827.
Notes
JAGUAR RECALL NO. R525. CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Spare wheel speed label may detach
Reported October 6, 2004Model years 2004DVSA recall R/2004/1566,165 vehicles affected
Poor adhesion may cause the space saver spare wheel speed restriction label to come off. The label will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
POOR ADHESION OF SPACE SAVER SPARE WHEEL SPEED RESTRICTION LABEL
Defect
On vehicles supplied with a space saver spare wheel poor adhesion of the speed restriction label could result in the label becoming detached.
Remedy
Likely to be affected vehicles will be recalled at which time the speed restriction label will be replaced.
Airbag may rupture on deployment
Reported April 15, 2004Model years 2003–2004DVSA recall R/2004/039313 vehicles affected
A sharp edge around the dashboard airbag opening may cause the airbag to rupture when deployed. The opening will be inspected and sharp edges removed if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
AIR BAG MAY RUPTURE
Defect
The aperture in the dash through which the airbag deploys may not have been correctly finished so leaving a sharp edge. If deployed the air bag may rupture.
Remedy
Recall affected vehicles remove deployment door inspect aperture and if necessary remove any sharp edges.
Sharp air bag trim may cut passenger air bag
Reported March 18, 2004Model years 2004NHTSA campaign 04V1360001,142 vehicles affected
Sharp edges around the passenger air bag opening could cut the air bag during deployment and prevent it from inflating properly, increasing injury risk in a crash. Dealers will inspect the opening and remove sharp edges if needed.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Defect
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE PASSENGER AIR BAG TRIM COMPONENTS HAVE A POOR APERTURE EDGE.
Consequence
SHOULD THE AIR BAG DEPLOY, IT COULD BE CUT, CAUSING IT TO NOT INFLATE PROPERLY, WHICH INCREASES THE RISK OF INJURY TO THE OCCUPANT IN A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE PASSENGER AIR BAG APERTURE AND, WHERE NECESSARY, REMOVE ANY SHARP, SERRATED EDGES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 14, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT JAGUAR AT 1-800-452-4827.
Notes
JAGUAR RECALL NO. R719.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Automatic gearbox may select reverse unexpectedly
Reported March 2, 2004Model years 2002–2003DVSA recall R/2004/00341,733 vehicles affected
Low oil pressure or a sticking valve may cause the gearbox to select reverse while stationary in Drive; reverse may also engage while moving forward if transmission oil pressure is lost. The gear selector module will be reprogrammed.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
AUTO GEARBOX MAY ENGAGE REVERSE WHEN IN FORWARD DRIVE.
Defect
(a) In conditions of low oil pressure or a sticking valve in the gearbox with the vehicle stationary in Drive the gearbox will without warning or indication select Reverse. (b) With the vehicle moving forward in 1st 2nd or 3rd gear reverse may be selected without any manual input in the event of a loss of oil pressure in the transmission.
Remedy
Reprogramme the gearbox gear selector module.
Automatic transmission may shift into reverse unexpectedly
Reported January 8, 2004Model years 2004NHTSA campaign 04V02400031,731 vehicles affected
With a forward gear selected, the transmission may shift into reverse without warning while the vehicle is stationary or moving forward, potentially causing a crash. Dealers will reprogram the transmission control module.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Defect
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS, WITH THE FORWARD DRIVE GEAR SELECTED AND THE VEHICLE STATIONARY OR IN A FORWARD MOTION, THE GEARBOX COULD POTENTIALLY SELECT REVERSE GEAR, WITHOUT INDICATION.
Consequence
THIS FAILURE COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 1, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT JAGUAR AT 1-201-818-8500.
Notes
JAGUAR RECALL NO. R513.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Power steering pipe may chafe on alternator terminal
Reported August 27, 2003Model years 1997–2000DVSA recall R/2003/11316,303 vehicles affected
The power steering pipe may chafe on the alternator terminal, causing a short circuit and possible fire, an oil leak or loss of steering assistance. The pipe will be secured clear of the terminal; damaged parts will be replaced as needed.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
POWER STEERING PIPE MAY CHAFE ON ALTERNATOR TERMINALS
Defect
The power steering rack to oil cooler pipe may chafe on the alternator cable terminal. This could cause an electrical short circuit and risk of fire in the facia trim above the driver's footwell also an oil leak and loss of power assistance to the steering.
Remedy
Check the proximity of the power steering pipe to the alternator terminal. Cable tie the oil pipe clear of the alternator where appropriate replace any damaged pipes and alternator components. Fit a new alternator where found necessary.
Automatic transmission may lock up at low speeds
Reported June 30, 1999Model years 1998–1999DVSA recall R/1999/044212 vehicles affected
The automatic transmission may lock up at speeds below 15mph. Dealers will fit a new quality-assured gearbox.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
POSSIBILITY THAT GEARBOX MAY LOCK UP
Defect
Possibility that the automatic transmission may lock up at speeds below 15mph.
Remedy
Recall affected vehicles and fit a new quality assured automatic gearbox.
Hood liner may interfere with throttle linkage
Reported October 27, 1998Model years 1994NHTSA campaign 98V2710001,457 vehicles affected
The hood liner may sag and interfere with the throttle linkage, causing high engine idle speed and increasing the risk of a crash. The remedy is to repair the hood liner.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD
Defect
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE HOOD LINER CAN SAG AND INTERFERE WITH THE THROTTLE LINKAGE.
Consequence
THIS CONDITION CAN CAUSE HIGH ENGINE IDLE SPEED, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE HOOD LINER.
Notes
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN DECEMBER 12, 1998. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT JAGUAR AT 1-201-818-8500. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Throttle cable bracket nut may become displaced
Reported February 12, 1998Model years 1998NHTSA campaign 98V0220005,379 vehicles affected
The throttle cable adjuster bracket nut can move out of position, limiting throttle opening even when the accelerator is fully pressed. Dealers will inspect and modify the throttle cable system.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Defect
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE CABLE ADJUSTER BRACKET NUT ON THE OUTER SLEEVE OF THE THROTTLE CABLE CAN BECOME DISPLACED FROMTHE CABLE ABUTMENT BRACKET ON THE ENGINE.
Consequence
SHOULD THIS OCCUR, LIMITED OPENING OF THE THROTTLE WILL OCCUR, EVEN WITH THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL FULLY DEPRESSED TO THE FLOOR.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THESE VEHICLES AND MODIFY THE THROTTLE CABLE SYSTEM.
Notes
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MARCH 16, 1998. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT JAGUAR AT 1-800-4JAGUAR (1-800-452-4827), OPTION #3.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Steering linkage nuts may cause loss of control
Reported December 30, 1994Model years 1995NHTSA campaign 94V24900048 vehicles affected
Incorrect nuts securing the track rod end ball pins may cause loss of steering control. Dealers will install the correct specification nuts.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
STEERING:LINKAGES
Defect
THE STEERING ASSEMBLY WAS FITTED WITH INCORRECT SPECIFICATION NUTS. THESE NUTS RETAIN THE TRACK ROD END BALL PINS TO THE STEERING ARMS.
Consequence
THIS CONDITION CAN RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL NEW CORRECT SPECIFICATION NUTS ON THE STEERING LINKAGE ASSEMBLY.
Notes
SYSTEM: STEERING; LINKAGES.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.NOTE: IF THE VEHICLE IS PRESENTED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPONSERVICE DATE AND THE REMEDY IS NOT PROVIDED FREE OF CHARGE WITHIN A REASONABLETIME, PLEASE CONTACT JAGUAR AT 1-201-818-8500. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONALHIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
Automatic seat belt may jam or break
Reported November 1, 1993Model years 1989–1992NHTSA campaign 93V17900052,102 vehicles affected
The belt reel can lock the motor winch, preventing the belt from deploying or causing it to jam, kink or break, or its tongue to detach. Occupants may be unable to use the belts, increasing injury risk. The system will be repaired if this problem occurs or has occurred.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEAT BELTS
Defect
THE NORMAL LOCKUP FUNCTION OF THE AUTOMATIC (PASSIVE) BELT REEL CAN CAUSE THE BELT MOTOR WINCH ASSEMBLY TO LOCKUP SUCH THAT THE PASSIVE BELT SYSTEM WILL NOT DEPLOY/FUNCTION OR GETS STUCK AT VARIOUS POINTS ALONG THE TRACK CAUSING THE KINKING OR BREAKING OF ITS CABLE OR DETACHMENT OF THE TONGUE.
Consequence
IF THIS OCCURS THE OCCUPANTS OF THE VEHICLE CANNOT USETHE SAFETY BELTS, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY IN THE EVENT OF A SUDDEN STOPOR ACCIDENT.
Remedy
JAGUAR WILL REPAIR THE PASSIVE BELT SYSTEM IF THIS PROBLEM OCCURS OR HAS OCCURRED. JAGUAR WILL NOTIFY OWNERS OF THE EXISTENCE OF A LIFETIME WARRANTY ON COMPONENTS OF THE AUTOMATIC (PASSIVE) BELT SYSTEM.
Notes
SYSTEM: INTERIOR SYSTEMS; PASSIVE RESTRAINTS; BELTS.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SEDAN AND COUPE PASSENGER VEHICLES.NOTE: IF YOUR VEHICLE IS PRESENTED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPONSERVICE DATE AND THE REMEDY IS NOT PROVIDED WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME AND FREEOF CHARGE OR THE REMEDY DOES NOT CORRECT THE DEFECT OR NONCOMPLIANCE, PLEASECONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETYHOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
Brake accumulator switch may leak fluid
Reported February 8, 1990Model years 1988–1989NHTSA campaign 90V02400029,000 vehicles affected
The brake accumulator switch may leak fluid near electrical wiring. This could interrupt electrical power or prevent brake assist from recharging; fluid loss could also cause sudden loss of brake assist and potentially loss of control. The switches will be replaced with revised seals.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
Defect
BRAKE ACCUMULATOR SWITCH WHICH CONTROLS HYDRAULIC FLUID FLOW TO AND FROM THE ENGINE DRIVEN PUMP, COULD LEAK, CAUSING LOSS OF FLUID IN THE POWER BRAKE ASSIST SYSTEM. THIS LEAK IS ALSO IN THE VICINITY OF ELECTRICAL WIRING.
Consequence
THE LEAKING BRAKE ACCUMULATOR SWITCH COULD CAUSE ELECTRICAL POWER INTERRUPTION AND COULD CAUSE THE ASSIST FEATURE OF BRAKES NOT TO RECHARGE. ALSO, FLUID LOSS COULD LEAD TO SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER ASSISTANCE TOTHE BRAKING SYSTEM, WHICH COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.
Remedy
REPLACE BRAKE ACCUMULATOR SWITCHES WITH REVISED SEALS.
Notes
SYSTEM: BRAKE ACCUMULATOR SWITCH.VEHICLE DESRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
Brake power assist hose may rupture
Reported February 8, 1990Model years 1988–1989NHTSA campaign 90V02300038,315 vehicles affected
The high-pressure fluid supply hose may rupture, causing loss of brake power assist and potentially loss of control. Expelled fluid could also cause an engine compartment fire. A hose with a different specification will be installed.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect
HIGH PRESSURE FLUID SUPPLY HOSE COULD RUPTURE CAUSING LOSS OF FLUID OF THE BRAKE POWER ASSIST SYSTEM.
Consequence
LOSS OF FLUID COULD LEAD TO LOSS OF POWER ASSIST TO THE BRAKING SYSTEM, WHICH MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT, AND THE EXPELLED FLUID FROM THE HOSE FAILURE COULD CAUSE AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE.
Remedy
INSTALL NEW POWER HYDRAULIC HOSE OF A DIFFERENT SPECIFICATION.
Notes
SYSTEM: HIGH PRESSURE HOSE. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS, 4 DOOR SEDANS.
Rear brake caliper bolt head may break
Reported December 26, 1989Model years 1990NHTSA campaign 89V2350001,284 vehicles affected
The head of a rear brake caliper fixing bolt may break off, increasing stopping distance and potentially causing a crash. The defective bolt will be replaced.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
Defect
HEAD OF REAR CALIPER FIXING BOLT COULD BREAK OFF, LEAVING ONLY BOLT SHANK IN PLACE.
Consequence
THE BREAK IN THE REAR BRAKE CALIPER FIXING BOLT COULDRESULT IN AN INCREASE IN STOPPING DISTANCES, AND COULD CAUSE AN ACCIDENT.
Remedy
MANUFACTURER WILL REPLACE DEFECTIVE BOLT.
Notes
SYSTEM: REAR CALIPER BOLT.VEHICLE CATEGORY: PASENGER CARS.
Front suspension spring pan fixings may fail
Reported February 12, 1988Model years 1988NHTSA campaign 88V01800016,000 vehicles affected
Stress corrosion may cause lower front suspension spring pan fixings to fail, allowing one side of the suspension to settle onto the bump stop. Revised specification front suspension spring pan fixings will be installed.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS
Defect
CERTAIN FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER SPRING PAN FIXINGS MAY FAIL DUE TO STRESS CORROSION.
Consequence
THIS MAY ALLOW THE CARS FRONT SUSPENSION TO SETTLE ONTOTHE BUMP STOP ON ONE SIDE.
Remedy
INSTALL REVISED SPECIFICATION FRONT SUSPENSION SPRING PAN FIXINGS.
Notes
SYSTEM: FRONT SUSPENSION.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: FOUR DOOR SEDAN.
Brake lamp switch may fail
Reported July 15, 1987Model years 1988NHTSA campaign 87V1050003,500 vehicles affected
A faulty brake lamp microswitch may cause the rear brake lights to fail and cruise control not to disengage normally when the brakes are applied, which could cause a crash. A modified microswitch will be installed.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Defect
CRUISE CONTROL MAY FAIL TO DISENGAGE IN A NORMAL MANNER UPON APPLICATION OF THE BRAKES, AND THE REAR BRAKE LAMPS MAY FAIL DUE TO MALFUNCTION OF BRAKE LAMP MICROSWITCH ASSEMBLY.
Consequence
POSSIBLE LOSS OF STOP LAMPS AND FAILURE OF CRUISECONTROL TO DISENGAGE IN THE NORMAL MANNER MAY RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT.
Remedy
INSTALL A MODIFIED MICROSWITCH IN ALL VEHICLES.
Notes
SYSTEM: ELECTRICAL/BRAKE LAMP SWITCH.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.

Sources: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), DVSA (UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and the EU Safety Gate (European Commission) recall data. Each recall covers vehicles sold in that market; models sold elsewhere may differ.

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Front airbags may not deploy when required

Air bag software may cause improper deployment

Crankshaft pulley retaining bolt may fracture

Crankshaft pulley bolt may fracture

Instrument cluster may go blank

Instrument cluster may go blank

Front airbags may deploy at the wrong threshold

Air bag software may have incorrect calibration

Passenger airbag may not deploy

Passenger air bag may fail to deploy

Driver airbag may not deploy correctly

Auxiliary belt pulley retainer may fail

Owner's manual may misdescribe air bag indicator

Brake pipe unions may leak brake fluid

Brake line junctions may leak fluid

Alternator cable may loosen and raise fire risk

Engine components may detach

Restraint system software may not operate properly

Supplementary restraint system may not meet specifications

Rear toe link may separate from sub-frame

Rear toe links may separate

Certification label is missing

Charge air cooler hose may detach

Wiper arm may detach

Front wiper arms may lose synchronisation

Brake pipes may corrode and leak

Brake pipes may corrode

Diesel particulate filter may overheat and cause a fire

Brake fluid may leak from caliper bridge pipes

Fuel tank seals may leak

Moonroof glass may shatter

Moonroof glass may shatter

Automatic transmission may not engage park

Transmission may not engage park

Spare wheel speed label may detach

Airbag may rupture on deployment

Sharp air bag trim may cut passenger air bag

Automatic gearbox may select reverse unexpectedly

Automatic transmission may shift into reverse unexpectedly

Power steering pipe may chafe on alternator terminal

Automatic transmission may lock up at low speeds

Hood liner may interfere with throttle linkage

Throttle cable bracket nut may become displaced

Steering linkage nuts may cause loss of control

Automatic seat belt may jam or break

Brake accumulator switch may leak fluid

Brake power assist hose may rupture

Rear brake caliper bolt head may break

Front suspension spring pan fixings may fail

Brake lamp switch may fail