The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·11V168000·Announced 2011-03-14

Jaguar Recalls 2010 XF and XK Models for Steering Pipe Corrosion

Jaguar is recalling 2010 XF and XK vehicles because power steering pipes may corrode, potentially causing fluid leaks, loss of steering assist, or fire.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (corroded steering pipes) that poses a risk of loss of steering control and vehicle fire, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC is recalling certain model year 2010 Jaguar XF and XK vehicles manufactured between June 27, 2009, and March 10, 2010. The recall involves the power assist steering (PAS) pipes, which were supplied with zinc-nickel plating that does not fully meet Jaguar's engineering specifications for corrosion protection.

Over an extended period of time in service, the PAS pipes may corrode and develop pin-holes. This pin-holing could allow pressurized power steering fluid to leak into the under-hood and engine bay area. A loss of power steering fluid will result in a loss of power assist steering. Additionally, the leaked fluid may ignite if it comes into contact with an ignition source or a surface at a sufficiently high temperature, potentially causing a vehicle fire.

Dealers will replace the power steering fluid pipes with parts manufactured to the required corrosion protection specification at no charge to the owner. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before June 6, 2011. Owners may contact Jaguar at 1-800-452-4827 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
JAGUAR XF, XK
Brand
JAGUAR
Manufacturer
JAGUAR LAND ROVER NORTH AMERICA, LLC
Category
Vehicle — Steering System
Hazard
Affected units
4,926

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (2)

  • XF
  • XK

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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