The problem
Certain passenger vehicles were inadvertently released after being assembled with prototype fuel tanks that were produced for test purposes only.
The risk
The tanks were manufactured with processes that vary significantly from regular production. The durability of these prototype fuel tanks has not been validated and is unknown.
The fix
These vehicles have not been released to customers and are located at dealer lots . The fuel tank will be replaced.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 06V-467 (06V467000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | R177 |
| Manufacturer | Jaguar Cars, Ltd. |
| Component | Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly |
| Report date | December 7, 2006 |
| Owners notified | December 13, 2006 |
| Vehicles affected | 9 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 06V-467 repair free?
Yes. Jaguar dealers will fix the problem at no cost: These vehicles have not been released to customers and are located at dealer lots . The fuel tank will be replaced.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 9 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.