The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·18V140000·Announced 2018-03-01

Jaguar Recalls 2018 E-Pace Vehicles Due to Front Brake Hose Bracket Defect

Jaguar is recalling 2018 E-Pace vehicles because improperly installed front brake hose brackets may allow hoses to contact tires, causing fluid leaks and increased stopping distances.

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 in the braking system that increases the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC is recalling certain 2018 Jaguar E-Pace vehicles. The recall addresses a defect where the brackets that secure the front brake hoses may not have been installed properly. This installation error allows the front brake hoses to contact the tires, which can result in a brake fluid leak.

A brake fluid leak can lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. The recall began on April 16, 2018. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827 for more information. Jaguar's number for this recall is H074.

Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front brake hose brackets, replacing any that do not provide sufficient clearance, free of charge. 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.

The recalled product

Product
JAGUAR E-PACE
Brand
JAGUAR
Manufacturer
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC
Category
Vehicle — Braking System
Hazard
Affected units
41

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 (1)

  • E-PACE

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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