Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 XF vehicles manufactured
— Recall Campaign #14V291000
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 XF vehicles manufactured October 18, 2012, through February 25, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the right-hand rear brake pipe may wear against a bracket located on the rear sub frame. This condition may cause the brake pipe to wear through and leak brake fluid.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 68 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
14V291000
| Manufacturer: | Jaguar Cars, Ltd. |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | June 02, 2014 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 14V291000 |
| Units affected: | 68 |
- Description:
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 XF vehicles manufactured October 18, 2012, through February 25, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the right-hand rear brake pipe may wear against a bracket located on the rear sub frame. This condition may cause the brake pipe to wear through and leak brake fluid.
- Consequeces:
- Leaking brake fluid can lengthen braking distance and increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Corrective action:
- Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear brake pipe for signs of wear, maninpulate the bracket on the rear sub frame, and inspect and replace the rear brake pipes if wear is visible, free of charge. The recall began on August 1, 2014. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-855-524-8278. Jaguar's number for this recall is J036.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.