Jaguar Xf: Fuel May Leak

Recall Summary Jaguar is recalling 22,320 vehicles (XF, XE, E-PACE, F-TYPE, and F-PACE models) because the fuel rail end caps may not be properly sealed due to inconsistent braiding. This defect can cause fuel vapor and liquid fuel to leak into the engine bay over time. The fix involves replacing the fuel rail with a correctly manufactured version.

Recalling firm
JAGUAR
Product
Vehicles: JAGUAR XF, JAGUAR XE, JAGUAR E-PACE, JAGUAR F TYPE, JAGUAR F-PACE. Units affected: 22,320
Reason
The brazing of the fuel rail end caps is inconsistent and may not correctly seal the fuel rail ends. Fuel vapour and liquid fuel leaks can occur over time. This can lead to a liquid fuel leak into the engine bay. Remedy: On affected vehicles replace the fuel rail with a correctly manufactured version.
Classification
Class I
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2018-03-29
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

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