Jaguar XF recalls

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

Fix: Vehicle registered keepers will be sent a security guidance letter only - there is no repair action.

25,703 vehicles · built 7 Jun 2013 to 7 Sep 2020

On certain vehicles there may be insufficient clamp load on the turbocharger oil feed pipe which may over time loosen and lead to an oil leak.

Fix: The oil feed pipe will be removed the O-rings replaced lubricated and an additional clamp installed.

1,625 vehicles · built 29 Nov 2019 to 7 May 2024

The rubberised fuel return hose assembly may have been incorrectly manufactured.

Fix: Inspect the date code on the fuel return pipe and replace the part if necessary.

3,090 vehicles · built 25 Nov 2019 to 16 Apr 2021

Vehicles failed to routinely achieve the required levels of CO2 emissions.

Fix: Solutions include hardware and software changes.

28,176 vehicles · built 10 Oct 2014 to 20 Nov 2018

Vehicles failed to routinely achieve the required levels of CO2 emissions.

Fix: Update the vehicle software to the latest version.

4,874 vehicles · built 9 Nov 2016 to 5 Jul 2018

The brazing of the fuel rail end caps is inconsistent and may not correctly seal the fuel rail ends. Fuel vapour and liquid fuel leaks can occur over time. This can lead to a liquid fuel leak into the engine bay.

Fix: On affected vehicles replace the fuel rail with a correctly manufactured version.

4,464 vehicles · built 1 Sep 2016 to 17 Aug 2017

The calibration of the Restraints control Module does not provide the correct fire signals in the event of a collision. In the event of a collision the supplementary Restraint System may not provide the level of protection required to the driver and front passenger and front seat occupants leading to an increased risk of injury.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and download the correct software to the vehicle.

869 vehicles · built 1 Feb 2017 to 8 Jan 2018

Due to a software issue the Instrument cluster may intermittently go blank.

Fix: Affected vehicles will be recalled to have the latest software installed/downloaded.

8,314 vehicles · built 1 Sep 2016 to 17 Aug 2017

The electrical harness from the Restraints Control Module (RCM) to side crash sensors has been incorrectly orientated. The RCM signal wire for the right hand C Pillar impact sensor is wired to the left hand C Pillar impact sensor and vice versa. In the event of a collision requiring the Supplementary Restraint System (SRS) to deploy the curtain airbags they may not deploy or deploy later than design intent which can lead to increased injuries to the rear outboard seat occupant.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and repair the harness to change the wiring at the RCM connector.

8,987 vehicles · built 8 Apr 2013 to 26 Aug 2015

The nearside front passenger detection mat was not fitted during production of the seat. No alarm or warning lamp will warn the driver if the front passenger has not fastened the seatbelt.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and fit an occupancy detection mat to the front passenger seat.

112 vehicles · built 14 Feb 2017 to 11 Apr 2017

The fuel return hose may leak. Increased fuel odour may be noticed and drivers may also observe liquid fuel puddles underneath the vehicle. It is possible that fuel may leak onto the road surface which can present a skid hazard to other road users increasing the risk of a crash. Should leaking fuel come into contact with a sufficiently hot surface in the engine bay there will be an increased risk of fire.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the fuel return hose.

5,140 vehicles · built 1 Nov 2016 to 6 Apr 2017

On affected vehicles the Left Hand Inner Sill Panel may be cracked. During an impact on the left hand side there is a risk that underfloor fuel lines will be ruptured and result in fuel leaking from the vehicle.

Fix: If the inner sill panel on an affected is cracked the manufacturer will repurchase the vehicle and the customer will be supplied with a new vehicle.

44 vehicles · built 8 Dec 2016 to 14 Dec 2016

It has been identified that the fuel delivery line/pipe may not have been installed to the correct specification. This could result in the incorrect tolerance between the fuel line/pipe and the vehicle under shield and the body. This can result in a chaffing condition and fuel leak. This will be highlighted to the driver by either a smell of fuel or pooling of fuel under the vehicle.

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles to inspect the clearance between the under shield and the body and carry out remedial work as required which may only be the fitment of additional retaining clips or the replacement of any damaged fuel line/pipe.

149 vehicles · built 1 May 2013 to 15 Jun 2015

Due to a misrouted fuel pipe a metal hose clip my chafe against a nylon fuel pipe and may cause a fuel leak

Fix: On affected vehicles reroute piping and replace any damaged pipes.

1,051 vehicles · built 20 Apr 2015 to 23 May 2016

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.

Fix: On affected vehicles replace auxiliary belt idler pulley and retainer.

318 vehicles · built 29 May 2012 to 24 Aug 2015

On affected vehicles the fuel tank outlet flange mounted in the tank may be cracked. This can lead to fuel odour and/or fuel leakage. This may ignite in the presence of an ignition source.

Fix: Replace the fuel outlet mounting flange with a component of revised design.

85 vehicles · built 23 Sep 2008 to 16 Jan 2009

Due to incorrect assembly the driver's airbag may not fully deploy during certain high speed collision conditions.

Fix: On affected vehicles replace driver's airbag

5 vehicles · built 21 Sep 2010 to 28 Oct 2014

The under bonnet low pressure fuel feed hose may detach from the fuel filter. A fuel smell may be noticed due to fuel leaking into the engine bay and in the event of hose detachment the engine will cut out. Once the engine has cut out the brake vacuum reservoir will be depleted after 2-3 brake pedal depressions and the vehicle will lose brake power assistance however foundation brakes continue to operate. The engine cannot be re-started. Engine cut out with minimal warning could potentially cause a crash.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and add a spring wire retention clip to the low pressure fuel feed hose joint.

16,673 vehicles · built 1 Apr 2015 to 25 Feb 2016

A fault could cause the fuel tank fuel pump to stop working. This will cause fuel starvation to the engine and will result in the engine cutting out without warning.

Fix: Fitting of an overlay wiring harness. The overlay wiring harness reconfigures the electrical distribution to the FPDM to utilize a relay to supply the fuel pump power feed. The relay is not affected by the in rush current drawn by the fuel pump and so ensures robust operation.

16 vehicles · built 11 Sep 2012 to 8 Oct 2012

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.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to inspect and torque the front ancillary fixings to the correct specification.

2,612 vehicles · built 18 Aug 2014 to 2 Oct 2014

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.

Fix: 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.

91 vehicles · built 7 Nov 2012 to 17 Jan 2014

It is possible that a leak can occur between the injector spill rail connection and the plastic fuel return pipe. This can cause leakage of fuel which can either pool on the engine cylinder head and then become deposited onto the road surface where it could cause a skid risk to other motorist or if the fuel comes into contact with extremely hot engine components an exhaust manifold for instance it is possible that an under bonnet fire could ensue.

Fix: Recall all affected vehicles inspect the fuel spill rail/return pipe and if required replace the spill rail with a new modified rail.

14,784 vehicles · built 1 Aug 2011 to 31 Oct 2013

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.

Fix: Recall the affected vehicle and rectify the issue.

76 vehicles · built 1 Jul 2012 to 31 May 2013

A fault could cause the fuel tank fuel pump to stop working. This will cause fuel starvation to the engine and will result in the engine cutting out without warning.

Fix: Fitting of an overlay wiring harness. The overlay wiring harness reconfigures the electrical distribution to the FPDM to utilize a relay to supply the fuel pump power feed. The relay is not affected by the in rush current drawn by the fuel pump and so ensures robust operation.

25 vehicles · built 4 Sep 2012 to 22 Oct 2012

Jaguar engineers identified a crack present in the fuel outlet flange on components returned from the market. If a crack is present customers are most likely to detect fuel odour when the vehicle is static from the outside of the vehicle. However in extreme circumstances there could be a pool of fuel underneath the rear of the vehicle which in the presence of an ignition source could lead to a fire.

Fix: Replace the fuel outlet flange.

367 vehicles · built 1 Apr 2009 to 31 Jan 2010

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.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the affected power assisted steering fluid pipes replaced.

1,365 vehicles · built 1 Sep 2009 to 31 Mar 2010

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.

Fix: 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.

2,471 vehicles · built 22 Aug 2008 to 12 Aug 2009

The fuel transfer pipe in the fuel tank may be kinked or over inserted into the in-fuel tank delivery module.In either case fuel starvation may occur which leads to engine stumble cut out and the inability to restart.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles shorten fuel transfer pipe and reinsert in alternative hole in fuel delivery module.

55 vehicles · built 22 Oct 2008 to 24 Sep 2009

It has been identified that the in-tank electric fuel pump may not be correctly activated following a vehicle start up cycle. As a result it is possible that the engine may cut out whilst driving at a steady state cruising speed and the engine may not be able to be instantly re-started.

Fix: 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.

3,940 vehicles · built 16 Mar 2009 to 24 Jul 2009

It has been identified thatthe instrument cluster speaker performance may be compromised by an over aggressive waveform. Which in the worst case could cause the speaker wires to fail. Thus negating the warning sound for various driver information functions.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the instrument cluster reconfigured.

1,067 vehicles · built 21 Oct 2007 to 11 Mar 2008

It has been identified that due to the possibility of a non conformance during production the rear seat belt D-loop assembly may not be free to rotate. In the event of a medium to high severity impact this inability of the D-loop to rotate can limit the performance of the rear seat belt system

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the rear seat belt D- loop assemblies checked for freedom of rotation. If freedom of rotation is not present a predetermined repair will be implemented.

4,822 vehicles · built 22 Oct 2007 to 22 May 2008