Jaguar Xf: Possible Loss Of Steering Assistance

Summary Jaguar XF and XJ vehicles from 2011-2018 are being recalled because a pulley part may fail, potentially reducing power steering assistance and causing the engine to overheat. The vehicles affected are 636 units distributed in the United Kingdom. Jaguar will replace the auxiliary belt idler pulley and retainer to fix the issue.

Recalling firm
JAGUAR
Product
Vehicles: JAGUAR XF, JAGUAR XJ. Units affected: 636
Reason
The auxiliary drive belt pulley retainer may fail and cause loss of drive to auxiliary items including the water pump and power steering pump. This may cause an engine management lamp to illuminate engine overheating or a reduction in steering assistance though steering control will be maintained. Remedy: On affected vehicles replace auxiliary belt idler pulley and retainer.
Classification
Class I
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2016-06-02
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/39197cff-41d1-4e7b-85a1-1b1c727cb65d