Jaguar Xk: Power Assistance May Be Lost - Fire Risk
Recall Summary Jaguar is recalling 2,730 XK and XF vehicles because corrosion protection on power steering pipes may be inadequate, potentially allowing leaks. If leaking power steering fluid contacts hot engine surfaces, it could catch fire. The manufacturer will replace the affected steering pipes.
- Recalling firm
- JAGUAR
- Product
- Vehicles: JAGUAR XK, JAGUAR XF. Units affected: 2,730
- Reason
- The corrosion protection on certain power steering pipes may not be to specification. This could result in pin holes being formed which can leak power steering fluid. Should the power steering fluid contact hot surfaces there is a possibility that fire could occur. Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the affected power assisted steering fluid pipes replaced.
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2011-06-10
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
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