Jaguar F-type recalled over injury risk

Recall date

September 11, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Jaguar Cars, Ltd. recalls 2016 Jaguar F-type

Recall number

15V569000

Brand / firm

Jaguar

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 1 units

Why it was recalled

If the vehicle is in motion when this occurs, the driver may unexpectedly lose the ability to control the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LCC (Jaguar) is recalling one 2016 Jaguar F-Type vehicle manufactured February 3, 2015. The affected vehicle has the power steering system still set in the supplier's factory operating mode. In this condition, in the event of a steering system malfunction, the vehicle can experience additional steering inputs from the electric power steering system.

What to do

Jaguar will notify the owner, and a dealer will either correct the steering system software or replace the steering rack, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 31, 2015. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J055.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.