The problem
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2019 Jaguar F-Pace, F-Type, and XJ vehicles equipped with V6 or V8 gasoline engines. The crankshaft pulley retaining bolt may have been improperly manufactured, possibly causing the crankshaft pulley bolt to fracture, potentially resulting in engine failure.
The risk
Engine failure may increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Jaguar has notified owners, and dealers will replace the crankshaft pulley center retaining bolt, free of charge. The recall began February 11, 2019. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H181.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 19V-039 (19V039000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | H181 |
| Manufacturer | Jaguar Cars, Ltd. |
| Component | Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline › Belts and associated pulleys |
| Report date | January 17, 2019 |
| Owners notified | February 11, 2019 |
| Vehicles affected | 443 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Plus 1 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.
Owner complaints about the engine & cooling
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 19V-039 repair free?
Yes. Jaguar dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Jaguar has notified owners, and dealers will replace the crankshaft pulley center retaining bolt, free of charge. The recall began February 11, 2019. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H181.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 443 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.