Jaguar XK recalls

22 official safety recalls for the Jaguar XK 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

Front parking lamps may turn off
Reported January 27, 2015Model years 2012–2015NHTSA campaign 15V0380004,787 vehicles affected
The front parking lamps may turn off after about 5 minutes, reducing the vehicle's visibility and increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the lamp control software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 Jaguar XK vehicles manufactured March 4, 2011, to March 20, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the front side lamps (parking lamps) may turn off after approximately 5 minutes. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence
If the parking lamps turn off, the vehicle will have reduced conspicuity, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will update software that controls the front side lamps, free of charge. The recall began March 5, 2015. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J049.
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.
Parking lights may switch off early
Reported January 23, 2015Model years 2011–2015DVSA recall R/2015/015EU Safety Gate A12/0220/153,680 vehicles affected
Front side lights used as parking lights may switch off after a period instead of staying on until the battery is exhausted. The software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
PARKING LIGHTS MAY NOT FUNCTION AS INTENDED
Defect
Front side lights when used as parking lights should remain illuminated until the battery is exhausted. On affected vehicles they may extinguish after a period of time.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and update the software.
Spare tyre pressure missing from placard
Reported July 1, 2014Model years 2013–2015NHTSA campaign 14V389000144 vehicles affected
The tyre placard omits the spare tyre's inflation pressure. If the spare is underinflated, it may fail and increase crash risk. Dealers will inspect the vehicle and attach a corrected placard with the tyre size and pressure, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Defect
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 XK (XKR and XKR-S) vehicles manufactured August 24, 2012, to June 10, 2014, and equipped with a 5.0L engine. The tire placard has incorrect information for the spare tire stating "none" for the inflation pressure of the spare wheel. Thus, these vehicles do not comply with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 110, "Tire Selection and Rims for Passenger Cars."
Consequence
If the recommended pressure for the spare tire is not provided, the tire may not be properly inflated which may result in its failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and, as necessary, attach a corrected tire placard label stating the tire size and pressure, free of charge. The recall began on August 29, 2014. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J041.
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.
Rear toe link may separate from sub-frame
Reported April 4, 2014Model years 2013DVSA 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.
Roof switch may activate power windows
Reported August 5, 2013Model years 2011–2014NHTSA campaign 13V3400001,989 vehicles affected
The roof console switch may activate the power windows while the roof is opening or closing, but cannot move down to close them. A window could pinch or injure an arm or finger. Dealers will replace the roof console free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Defect
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 XK convertible vehicles manufactured October 1, 2010, through August 1, 2013. The switch in the overhead roof console also activates the power operated windows when the convertible roof is opening or closing. The switch does not move downward to close the windows. Therefore, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 118, "Power-Operated Window, Partition, and Roof Panel Systems."
Consequence
The power windows may inadvertently be activated and pinch or injure an arm or finger.
Remedy
Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the overhead roof console, free of charge. The recall began on October 1, 2013. Owners may contact Jaguar at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's recall number is J030.
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.
Power steering pipes may leak fluid
Reported June 10, 2011Model years 2009–2010DVSA recall R/2011/0252,730 vehicles affected
Corrosion may create holes in power steering pipes, allowing fluid to leak. If it contacts hot surfaces, a fire could occur. The affected pipes will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
POWER ASSISTANCE MAY BE LOST - FIRE RISK
Defect
The corrosion protection on certain power steering pipes may not be to specification. This could result in pin holes being formed which can leak power steering fluid. Should the power steering fluid contact hot surfaces there is a possibility that fire could occur.
Remedy
Recalled vehicles will have the affected power assisted steering fluid pipes replaced.
Power steering pipes may corrode and leak
Reported March 14, 2011Model years 2010NHTSA campaign 11V1680004,926 vehicles affected
Corrosion may cause pinholes in the power steering pipes, leaking fluid and causing loss of power steering assist. Leaked fluid could ignite on a hot surface or near an ignition source and cause a fire. Dealers will replace the pipes with parts meeting corrosion protection requirements, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
Defect
JAGUAR IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 XK AND XF VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 27, 2009, THROUGH MARCH 10, 2010. THE POWER ASSIST STEERING (PAS) PIPES HAVE BEEN SUPPLIED WITH ZINC-NICKEL PLATING THAT DOES NOT MEET FULLY THE CORROSION PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS OF JAGUAR'S ENGINEERING SPECIFICATION. AFTER AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME IN SERVICE, CORROSION OF THE PAS PIPES WILL OCCUR THAT MAY LEAD TO PIN-HOLING OF THE PIPE.
Consequence
PIN-HOLING OF THE PAS PIPES COULD ALLOW PRESSURIZED POWER STEERING FLUID TO LEAK INTO THE UNDER-HOOD AND ENGINE BAY AREA. A LOSS OF POWER STEERING FLUID WILL RESULT IN A LOSS OF POWER ASSIST STEERING. ALSO, THAT FLUID MAY IGNITE IF IT COMES INTO CONTACT WITH AN IGNITION SOURCE OR A SURFACE AT SUFFICIENTLY HIGH ENOUGH TEMPERATURE, CAUSING A VEHICLE FIRE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE POWER STEERING FLUID PIPES WITH PARTS MANUFACTURED TO THE REQUIRED CORROSION PROTECTION SPECIFICATION. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGED. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE JUNE 6, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT JAGUAR AT 1-800-452-4827.
Notes
JAGUAR SAFETY RECALL NO. J018.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> .
Engine may cut out due to insufficient fuel
Reported August 23, 2010Model years 2008–2010DVSA recall R/2010/1034,942 vehicles affected
The fuel pump relay may not stay energised after startup, so the engine may not receive enough fuel and could cut out. The vehicle software will be updated to keep the relay energised while the engine is running.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
ENGINE MAY CUT OUT
Defect
The engine may cut out due to insufficient fuel being supplied. The fuel pump relay may not be energised following an engine start up cycle in which case the in-tank fuel pump will deliver insufficient fuel for the engine to run correctly.
Remedy
Recalled vehicles will be re-programmed with revised software to ensure that when the engine is running the in-tank fuel pump relay remains energised.
Fuel pump may not activate after startup
Reported July 22, 2010Model years 2010–2011NHTSA campaign 10V3320005,048 vehicles affected
The fuel pump relay may not energise after startup, leaving the engine with too little fuel. The engine may stumble and cut out with little warning, potentially causing a crash. Dealers will install revised software free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Defect
JAGUAR IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010-2011 JAGUAR XK AND MODEL YEAR 2010 XF V8 5.OL GASOLINE ENGINE VEHICLES. THE IN-TANK ELECTRIC FUEL PUMP MAY NOT BE CORRECTLY ACTIVATED AS THE FUEL PUMP RELAY IS NOT ENERGIZED FOLLOWING A VEHICLE START UP CYCLE. AN INADEQUATE SUPPLY OF FUEL TO THE ENGINE COULD RESULT.
Consequence
FUEL STARVATION TO THE ENGINE LEADS TO ENGINE STUMBLE FOLLOWED BY ENGINE CUT OUT WITH MINIMAL WARNING AND COULD POTENTIALLY CAUSE A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL DOWNLOAD REVISED SOFTWARE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE AUGUST 30, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT JAGUAR AT 1-800-452-4827.
Notes
JAGUAR SAFETY RECALL NO. J017.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> .
Tyre pressure warnings may not display
Reported May 19, 2009Model years 2007–2009NHTSA campaign 09V161000112 vehicles affected
The tyre pressure monitoring system warnings were disabled, so a low-pressure warning light and message may not appear. Undetected deflation could lead to tyre failure and a crash. Dealers will update the vehicle settings to enable the warnings free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
Defect
JAGUAR IS RECALLING 112 MY 2007-2009 XK VEHICLES FITTED WITH RUN FLAT TIRES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO.138, "TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM, (TPMS)." THE TPMS WARNINGS WERE TURNED OFF. IF THE TPMS ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT WERE TO SEND A SIGNAL TO THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER TO DISPLAY A TPMS WARNING TELLTALE, THE LIGHT WOULD NOT ILLUMINATE NOR WOULD THE SUPPLEMENTARY WARNING TEXT ON THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER MESSAGE CENTER BE DISPLAYED.
Consequence
FAILURE TO WARN OF TIRE DEFLATIONS IS A NON-COMPLIANCE WITH FMVSS 138 AND COULD LEAD TO TIRE FAILURE AND A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL UPDATE THE CAR CONFIGURATION FILE SETTINGS TO ENABLE THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER TO FLAG THE WARNING SYMBOLS AS REQUIRED BY FMVSS 138 AND ASSOCIATED TEST IN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER MESSAGE CENTER. THE REMEDY WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE JUNE 8, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT JAGUAR AT 1-201-818-8500.
Notes
JAGUAR RECALL NO. J013.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> .
Driver side airbag may not deploy when needed
Reported July 2, 2008Model years 2006–2008DVSA recall R/2008/0784,815 vehicles affected
On right-hand drive vehicles, the system may treat the driver's seat as unoccupied and fail to deploy the driver's side airbag when needed. The control module will be reconfigured.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
DRIVER SEAT SIDE AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY CORRECTLY
Defect
It has been identified that on the subject vehicles the side airbags are not defined as passenger and driver but as left and right hand. This has resulted in all vehicles being configured as left hand drive and therefore the system believes the right hand front seat to be the passenger seat. This can result in the driver's side airbag failing to deploy when required due to the system believing that the driver's seat is unoccupied.
Remedy
Recalled vehicles will have the control module on all right hand drive vehicles re-configured.
Brake vacuum hose may melt
Reported May 9, 2007Model years 2007NHTSA campaign 07V199000277 vehicles affected
A misrouted brake vacuum hose may contact the exhaust system and melt, causing loss of brake assistance and increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect and adjust the hose routing, and replace the hose if it is damaged.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE BRAKE SERVO VACUUM SUPPLY HOSE MAY HAVE BEEN MIS-ROUTED DURING ASSEMBLY. THIS CONDITION MAY BRING THE PIPE TOO CLOSE TO THE EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION (EGR) VALVE AND ATTACHMENTS ON THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD.
Consequence
IN THE CASE OF A CONTACT CONDITION, THE BRAKE VACUUM HOSE MAY MELT LEADING TO A LOSS OF BRAKE ASSISTANCE INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE BRAKE VACUUM HOSE ROUTING AND ADJUST AS NECESSARY. THE HOSE WILL BE REPLACED IF THERE ARE SIGNS OF DAMAGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 25, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT JAGUAR AT 1-800-452-4827.
Notes
JAGUAR RECALL NO. J003.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.
Accelerator pedal may catch on its stop
Reported April 20, 2005Model years 2006NHTSA campaign 05V162000659 vehicles affected
Incorrectly assembled accelerator pedal arms may reduce clearance from the brake pedal, increasing the chance both pedals are pressed together. The accelerator could catch on its stop, increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect the assembly and replace the pedal free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
Defect
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL ARMS WERE INCORRECTLY ASSEMBLED BY THE SUPPLIER. THE CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND THE BRAKE PEDAL MAY BE REDUCED. THIS CONDITION CAN INCREASE THE RISK OF BOTH PEDALS BEING OPERATED AT THE SAME TIME BY THE DRIVER.
Consequence
THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL COULD BE HELD DOWN BY THE PEDAL STOP ASSEMBLY INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE PEDAL ASSEMBLY AND REPLACE THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 11, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT JAGUAR AT 1-800-452-4827.
Notes
JAGUAR RECALL NO. R847.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 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 2003–2004NHTSA 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).
Headlamp aiming instructions are missing
Reported December 4, 2003Model years 1997–2003NHTSA campaign 03V50900039,448 vehicles affected
Without suitable aiming instructions, headlamps may be aimed incorrectly, reducing roadway illumination or increasing glare to oncoming drivers. Owners will receive an addendum with the instructions.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Defect
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, THE HEADLAMP ADJUSTMENT MECHANISM MAY BE OPERATED WITHOUT SUITABLE INSTRUCTION ON EITHER THE MECHANISM OR IN THE OWNER'S MANUAL. THIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
Consequence
AN IMPROPERLY AIMED HEADLAMP COULD PROVIDE LESS EFFECTIVE ROADWAY ILLUMINATION OR COULD CAUSE INCREASED GLARE TO ONCOMING VEHICLES.
Remedy
OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH AN OWNER'S MANUAL ADDENDUM CONTAINING THE NECESSARY HEADLAMP AIMING INSTRUCTIONS. OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON JANUARY 6, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT JAGUAR AT 1-800-452-4827.
Notes
JAGUAR RECALL NO. R842.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 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.
Transmission gear teeth may break
Reported June 2, 1999Model years 1998–1999NHTSA campaign 99V138000189 vehicles affected
Fine cracks in one or more transmission gear teeth could lead to breakage and cause the transmission to lock up at speeds below 15 MPH. Dealers will replace the automatic gearbox.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Defect
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. FINE CRACKS WITHIN ONE OR MORE OF THE GEAR TEETH WITH IN THE GEAR TRAIN, INSIDE THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION GEARBOX.
Consequence
THIS CAN RESULT IN BREAKAGE OF THE GEAR TEETH POTENTIALLY CAUSING THE TRANSMISSION TO "LOCK UP" AT SPEEDS BELOW 15 MPH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AUTOMATIC GEARBOX.
Notes
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JULY 1, 1999. 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).
Differential output shaft retaining ring may move
Reported April 4, 1997Model years 1996DVSA recall R/1997/019805 vehicles affected
A retaining ring on the rear suspension differential output shaft could become displaced under extreme driving conditions. Dealers will inspect the rings and replace any that do not meet the specified installation requirements.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
POSSIBLE DISENGAGEMENT OF DIFF OUTPUT SHAFT
Defect
Resulting from a low incidence process concern at a supplier it has been found that the differential output shaft retaining rings on the rear suspension of a small number of XK8's may under extreme driving conditions become displaced. This can ca
Remedy
The subject vehicles are being recalled to Jaguar dealers to have the installation of the retaining rings inspected. Where the installation does not conform to the manufacturers specification the rings will be replaced with quality assured examples.
Rear differential output shaft may detach
Reported March 20, 1997Model years 1997NHTSA campaign 97V0450002,303 vehicles affected
Retaining rings can move out of place, allowing a rear differential output shaft to detach. The rear suspension could then collapse on that side, causing loss of control and increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect the differential serial number and repair or replace necessary parts.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SUSPENSION:REAR
Defect
THE DIFFERENTIAL OUTPUT SHAFT RETAINING RINGS ON THE REAR SUSPENSION CAN BECOME DISPLACED ALLOWING THE OUTPUT SHAFT TO BECOME DETACHED FROM THE DIFFERENTIAL UNIT.
Consequence
IF THE OUTPUT SHAFT SEPARATES, THE REAR SUSPENSION WOULD COLLAPSE ON THE AFFECTED SIDE RESULTING IN LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLE'S DIFFERENTIAL SERIAL NUMBER AND REPAIR OR REPLACE THE NECESSARY PARTS.
Notes
OWNER NOTIFICATION:OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN APRIL 21, 1997. NOTE: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).ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.

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.

Back to the Jaguar XK

Front parking lamps may turn off

Parking lights may switch off early

Spare tyre pressure missing from placard

Rear toe link may separate from sub-frame

Rear toe links may separate

Roof switch may activate power windows

Power steering pipes may leak fluid

Power steering pipes may corrode and leak

Engine may cut out due to insufficient fuel

Fuel pump may not activate after startup

Tyre pressure warnings may not display

Driver side airbag may not deploy when needed

Brake vacuum hose may melt

Accelerator pedal may catch on its stop

Automatic gearbox may select reverse unexpectedly

Automatic transmission may shift into reverse unexpectedly

Headlamp aiming instructions are missing

Automatic transmission may lock up at low speeds

Transmission gear teeth may break

Throttle cable bracket nut may become displaced

Differential output shaft retaining ring may move

Rear differential output shaft may detach