Jaguar F-type recalled over injury risk

Recall date

December 28, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Jaguar Cars, Ltd. recalls 2017 Jaguar F-type

Recall number

16V940000

Brand / firm

Jaguar

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 2,394 units

Why it was recalled

If the front seat seatbelt pretensioners do not function properly, the seat occupants may not be adequately restrained in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

What was recalled

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2017 Jaguar XE vehicles manufactured July 12, 2016, to December 2, 2016, and Jaguar F-Type vehicles manufactured July 14, 2016, to December 16, 2016. The affected vehicles have front seat seatbelt pretensioners that may not function properly in the event of a crash.

What to do

Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front seat belt assemblies, replacing them as necessary, 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 J081.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.