The problem
On certain passenger vehicles, the electronic park brake module, which controls the application of the parking brake, May unintentionally apply the parking brake without any indication or warning to the driver.
The risk
This condition can cause the vehicle to decelerate and May cause rear wheel "lockup" at any road speed. A crash May occur.
The fix
Dealers will replace the electronic park brake module with the latest production lever parts. The recall began on January 15, 2005. Owners should contact Jaguar at 1-800-452-4827.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 04V-488 (04V488000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | R166/R167 |
| Manufacturer | Jaguar Cars, Ltd. |
| Component | Parking brake |
| Report date | October 7, 2004 |
| Owners notified | January 15, 2005 |
| Vehicles affected | 30,181 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the brakes
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 04V-488 repair free?
Yes. Jaguar dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the electronic park brake module with the latest production lever parts. The recall began on January 15, 2005. Owners should contact Jaguar at 1-800-452-4827.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 30,181 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.