Recall 97V-045
JAGUAR CARS recalled the 1997 Jaguar XK8: Suspension (rear).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 97V-045
- Reported
- March 20, 1997
- Vehicles affected
- 2,303 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
The differential output shaft retaining rings on the rear suspension can become displaced allowing the output shaft to become detached from the differential unit.
The risk
If the output shaft separates, the rear suspension would collapse on the affected side resulting in loss of control of the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the vehicle's differential serial number and repair or replace the necessary parts.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owner notification:owner notification is expected to begin april 21, 1997. Note:owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact jaguar at 1-800-4jaguar (1-[removed]).also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-[removed].
Affected vehicles
- Jaguar XK8 1997