Recall 17V-394: 2010–2011 Jaguar XJ

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC recall for air bags, reported to NHTSA on Jun 22, 2017, covering about 4,926 vehicles.

NHTSA number
17V-394
Report date
Jun 22, 2017
Vehicles affected
4,926
Owners notified
Aug 15, 2017

The problem

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2010-2011 XJ vehicles. If, while servicing the vehicle, the vehicle does not successfully receive an update to the Restraint Control Module (RCM) software, the default air bag calibration settings may be incorrect.

The risk

In the event of a crash, the incorrect calibration may not activate the air bag deployment as intended, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix

Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will update the RCM with the latest software, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2017. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H034.

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.

Recall details

ManufacturerJaguar Land Rover North America, LLC
ComponentAir Bags
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number17V394000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Jaguar XJ2010, 2011All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 17V-394?

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2010-2011 XJ vehicles. If, while servicing the vehicle, the vehicle does not successfully receive an update to the Restraint Control Module (RCM) software, the default air bag calibration settings may be incorrect.

How is recall 17V-394 fixed?

Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will update the RCM with the latest software, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2017. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H034.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.