Recall 15V-569
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC recalled the 2016 Jaguar F-Type: Steering (electric power assist system).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 15V-569
- Reported
- September 11, 2015
- Vehicles affected
- 1 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
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.
The risk
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.
The fix
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-[removed]. Jaguar's number for this recall is J055.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Jaguar F-Type 2016