Steering: electric power assist systemRecall 15V-569 · 2016 Jaguar F-TYPE
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC recall 15V-569 covers 1 2016 Jaguar F-TYPE for a steering: electric power assist system problem, reported to NHTSA on September 11, 2015. The manufacturer's latest report (2015 Q4) shows 100% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 15V569000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LCC (Jaguar) is recalling one 2016 Jaguar F-Type vehicle manufactured February 3, 2015. The affected vehicle has the power steering system still set in the supplier's factory operating mode. In this condition, in the event of a steering system malfunction, the vehicle can experience additional steering inputs from the electric power steering system.
The risk
If the vehicle is in motion when this occurs, the driver may unexpectedly lose the ability to control the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Jaguar will notify the owner, and a dealer will either correct the steering system software or replace the steering rack, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 31, 2015. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J055.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from February 3, 2015 to February 3, 2015. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.