Jaguar Recall 20V-557: Air bags – software

Affected: 2010–2011, 2017 Jaguar XJ. Filed with NHTSA on September 12, 2020, covering about 12 vehicles.

The problem

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2010-2011 and 2017 XJ vehicles. The Restraint Control Module (RCM) software may cause the frontal air bags to deploy improperly in the event of a frontal impact crash.

The risk

Failure of the air bags to deploy properly increases the risk of injury in a crash.

The fix

Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will update the RCM software, free of charge. The recall began October 7, 2020. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-369-1000. Jaguar's number for this recall is H294.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign20V-557 (20V557000)
Manufacturer numberH294
ManufacturerJaguar Land Rover North America, LLC
ComponentAir bags › Air bag/restraint control module › Software
Report dateSeptember 12, 2020
Owners notifiedOctober 7, 2020
Vehicles affected12
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the air bags

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 20V-557 repair free?

Yes. Jaguar dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will update the RCM software, free of charge. The recall began October 7, 2020. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-369-1000. Jaguar's number for this recall is H294.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 12 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.