The problem
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2017 Jaguar XE vehicles manufactured July 12, 2016, to December 2, 2016, and Jaguar F-Type vehicles manufactured July 14, 2016, to December 16, 2016. The affected vehicles have front seat seatbelt pretensioners that may not function properly in the event of a crash.
The risk
If the front seat seatbelt pretensioners do not function properly, the seat occupants may not be adequately restrained in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front seat belt assemblies, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 20, 2017. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J081.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 16V-940 (16V940000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | J081 |
| Manufacturer | Jaguar Cars, Ltd. |
| Component | Seat belts › Pretensioner |
| Report date | December 28, 2016 |
| Owners notified | March 17, 2017 |
| Vehicles affected | 2,394 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 16V-940 repair free?
Yes. Jaguar dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front seat belt assemblies, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 20, 2017. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service 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 2,394 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.