REC-003353

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0 JAGUAR XF, XK

Category: Light Vehicle · Supplier: JAGUAR LAND ROVER AUSTRALIA PTY LTD

Recall date: 28 March 2011

Defect

Pipes have been supplied with zinc-nickel plating that does not meet the corrosion protection requirements of Jaguar's engineering specification.

Hazard

After an extended period of time, corrosion of the Power Assisted Steering (PAS) pipes will occur. This may lead to pin-holing of the pipe and could allow pressurised PAS fluid to leak into the engine bay area. Loss of PAS fluid will cause PAS system noise and loss of power assisted steering, steering control is fully maintained in an unassisted state. It is also possible that the PAS fluid may ignite if it comes into contact with an ignition source or a surface at sufficiently high enough temperature.

Remedy

Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted by letter. Owners are advised to contact their authorised Jaguar dealership to have the PAS pipes replaced with a part that is manufactured to the required corrosion protection specification.

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — JAGUAR LAND ROVER AUSTRALIA PTY LTD — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: https://www.vehiclerecalls.gov.au/recalls/rec-003353