The problem
Certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 135, "passenger car brake system." the brake fluid master cylinder reservoir is recessed and oriented in the engine compartment beneath a leaf screen, such that the brake fluid warning statement embossed on the top of the reservoir body is not visible by direct view.
The risk
This does not comply with the standard.
The fix
Owners will be sent letters which will include installation instructions and labels containing the required warning statement. If they prefer, owners May contact dealers to have them install the labels. The recall began on January 25, 2005. Owners May contact Jaguar at 1-800-452-4827.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 04V-484 (04V484000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | R171 |
| Manufacturer | Jaguar Cars, Ltd. |
| Component | Equipment › Other › Labels |
| Report date | October 14, 2004 |
| Owners notified | January 25, 2005 |
| Vehicles affected | 50,000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the equipment & accessories
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 04V-484 repair free?
Yes. Jaguar dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Owners will be sent letters which will include installation instructions and labels containing the required warning statement. If they prefer, owners May contact dealers to have them install the labels. The recall began on January 25, 2005.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 50,000 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.