NHTSA Recall 17V394000
Filed by Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC. Component: Air Bags. Reported 2017-06-22. An estimated 4,926 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2010-2011 XJ vehicles. If, while servicing the vehicle, the vehicle does not successfully receive an update to the Restraint Control Module (RCM) software, the default air bag calibration settings may be incorrect.
Risk
In the event of a crash, the incorrect calibration may not activate the air bag deployment as intended, increasing the risk of injury.
What the manufacturer will do
Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will update the RCM with the latest software, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2017. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H034.
Manufacturer campaign number: H034
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.