Jaguar XJ recall: Passenger airbag may not deploy
- What's wrong
- It has been identified by the air-bag manufacturer that the air-bag initiator generant mix ratio does not meet specification. This can therefore result in the initiator not functioning correctly which can lead to none deployment of the air-bag. Should a collision occur then there is…
- What to do
- Contact a Jaguar dealer to book the free repair. Recall all affected vehicles to replace the air-bag with a new quality assured component.
What’s wrong
It has been identified by the air-bag manufacturer that the air-bag initiator generant mix ratio does not meet specification. This can therefore result in the initiator not functioning correctly which can lead to none deployment of the air-bag. Should a collision occur then there is an increased risk of injury to the passenger.
The fix
Recall all affected vehicles to replace the air-bag with a new quality assured component.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| XJ | 6 Sep 2016 | 6 Dec 2016 | 15 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 31 December 2016. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.