Jaguar XJ recalled over injury risk

Recall date

December 29, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC recalls 2016–2017 Jaguar XJ

Recall number

16V943000

Brand / firm

Jaguar

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 16 units

Why it was recalled

In the event of a crash of sufficient severity, the front passenger air bag may not deploy as required, increasing the risk of injury.

What was recalled

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.

What to do

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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.