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1997 Jaguar Xj6

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline

Consequence of Defect

certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n g3727, with date codes x52911 through x60801 sequentially or x600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing manufactured from october 18, 2005, through march 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses. (to see the school bus engine sizes, click on "document search" and then "bus applications"). the connector on the fuel filter was not manufactured to honeywell's specification. as a result, the o-ring may not seat correctly on the fuel line.

Corrective Action

this condition may cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak. in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.

Recall Notes

honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. the recall began on october 18, 2006. owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (option 1).

1996 Jaguar Xj6

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline

Consequence of Defect

certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n g3727, with date codes x52911 through x60801 sequentially or x600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing manufactured from october 18, 2005, through march 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses. (to see the school bus engine sizes, click on "document search" and then "bus applications"). the connector on the fuel filter was not manufactured to honeywell's specification. as a result, the o-ring may not seat correctly on the fuel line.

Corrective Action

this condition may cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak. in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.

Recall Notes

honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. the recall began on october 18, 2006. owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (option 1).

1995 Jaguar Xj6

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline

Consequence of Defect

certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n g3727, with date codes x52911 through x60801 sequentially or x600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing manufactured from october 18, 2005, through march 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses. (to see the school bus engine sizes, click on "document search" and then "bus applications"). the connector on the fuel filter was not manufactured to honeywell's specification. as a result, the o-ring may not seat correctly on the fuel line.

Corrective Action

this condition may cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak. in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.

Recall Notes

honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. the recall began on october 18, 2006. owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (option 1).

1994 Jaguar Xj6

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline

Consequence of Defect

certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n g3727, with date codes x52911 through x60801 sequentially or x600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing manufactured from october 18, 2005, through march 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses. (to see the school bus engine sizes, click on "document search" and then "bus applications"). the connector on the fuel filter was not manufactured to honeywell's specification. as a result, the o-ring may not seat correctly on the fuel line.

Corrective Action

this condition may cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak. in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.

Recall Notes

honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. the recall began on october 18, 2006. owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (option 1).

1993 Jaguar Xj6

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline

Consequence of Defect

certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n g3727, with date codes x52911 through x60801 sequentially or x600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing manufactured from october 18, 2005, through march 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses. (to see the school bus engine sizes, click on "document search" and then "bus applications"). the connector on the fuel filter was not manufactured to honeywell's specification. as a result, the o-ring may not seat correctly on the fuel line.

Corrective Action

this condition may cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak. in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.

Recall Notes

honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. the recall began on october 18, 2006. owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (option 1).

1992 Jaguar Xj6

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline

Consequence of Defect

certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n g3727, with date codes x52911 through x60801 sequentially or x600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing manufactured from october 18, 2005, through march 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses. (to see the school bus engine sizes, click on "document search" and then "bus applications"). the connector on the fuel filter was not manufactured to honeywell's specification. as a result, the o-ring may not seat correctly on the fuel line.

Corrective Action

this condition may cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak. in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.

Recall Notes

honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. the recall began on october 18, 2006. owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (option 1).

1992 Jaguar Xj6

Component

Seat Belts

Consequence of Defect

the normal lockup function of the automatic (passive) belt reel can cause the belt motor winch assembly to lockup such that the passive belt system will not deploy/function or gets stuck at various points along the track causing the kinking or breaking of its cable or detachment of the tongue.

Corrective Action

if this occurs the occupants of the vehicle cannot usethe safety belts, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a sudden stopor accident.

Recall Notes

jaguar will repair the passive belt system if this problem occurs or has occurred. jaguar will notify owners of the existence of a lifetime warranty on components of the automatic (passive) belt system.

1991 Jaguar Xj6

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline

Consequence of Defect

certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n g3727, with date codes x52911 through x60801 sequentially or x600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing manufactured from october 18, 2005, through march 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses. (to see the school bus engine sizes, click on "document search" and then "bus applications"). the connector on the fuel filter was not manufactured to honeywell's specification. as a result, the o-ring may not seat correctly on the fuel line.

Corrective Action

this condition may cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak. in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.

Recall Notes

honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. the recall began on october 18, 2006. owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (option 1).

1991 Jaguar Xj6

Component

Seat Belts

Consequence of Defect

the normal lockup function of the automatic (passive) belt reel can cause the belt motor winch assembly to lockup such that the passive belt system will not deploy/function or gets stuck at various points along the track causing the kinking or breaking of its cable or detachment of the tongue.

Corrective Action

if this occurs the occupants of the vehicle cannot usethe safety belts, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a sudden stopor accident.

Recall Notes

jaguar will repair the passive belt system if this problem occurs or has occurred. jaguar will notify owners of the existence of a lifetime warranty on components of the automatic (passive) belt system.

1990 Jaguar Xj6

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Caliper

Consequence of Defect

head of rear caliper fixing bolt could break off, leaving only bolt shank in place.

Corrective Action

the break in the rear brake caliper fixing bolt couldresult in an increase in stopping distances, and could cause an accident.

Recall Notes

manufacturer will replace defective bolt.

1990 Jaguar Xj6

Component

Seat Belts

Consequence of Defect

the normal lockup function of the automatic (passive) belt reel can cause the belt motor winch assembly to lockup such that the passive belt system will not deploy/function or gets stuck at various points along the track causing the kinking or breaking of its cable or detachment of the tongue.

Corrective Action

if this occurs the occupants of the vehicle cannot usethe safety belts, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a sudden stopor accident.

Recall Notes

jaguar will repair the passive belt system if this problem occurs or has occurred. jaguar will notify owners of the existence of a lifetime warranty on components of the automatic (passive) belt system.

1989 Jaguar Xj6

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Switches:Brake Light

Consequence of Defect

brake accumulator switch which controls hydraulic fluid flow to and from the engine driven pump, could leak, causing loss of fluid in the power brake assist system. this leak is also in the vicinity of electrical wiring.

Corrective Action

the leaking brake accumulator switch could cause electrical power interruption and could cause the assist feature of brakes not to recharge. also, fluid loss could lead to sudden loss of power assistance tothe braking system, which could result in loss of vehicle control and an accident.

Recall Notes

replace brake accumulator switches with revised seals.

1989 Jaguar Xj6

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

Consequence of Defect

high pressure fluid supply hose could rupture causing loss of fluid of the brake power assist system.

Corrective Action

loss of fluid could lead to loss of power assist to the braking system, which may result in loss of vehicle control and an accident, and the expelled fluid from the hose failure could cause an engine compartment fire.

Recall Notes

install new power hydraulic hose of a different specification.

1989 Jaguar Xj6

Component

Seat Belts

Consequence of Defect

the normal lockup function of the automatic (passive) belt reel can cause the belt motor winch assembly to lockup such that the passive belt system will not deploy/function or gets stuck at various points along the track causing the kinking or breaking of its cable or detachment of the tongue.

Corrective Action

if this occurs the occupants of the vehicle cannot usethe safety belts, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a sudden stopor accident.

Recall Notes

jaguar will repair the passive belt system if this problem occurs or has occurred. jaguar will notify owners of the existence of a lifetime warranty on components of the automatic (passive) belt system.

1988 Jaguar Xj6

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Switches:Brake Light

Consequence of Defect

brake accumulator switch which controls hydraulic fluid flow to and from the engine driven pump, could leak, causing loss of fluid in the power brake assist system. this leak is also in the vicinity of electrical wiring.

Corrective Action

the leaking brake accumulator switch could cause electrical power interruption and could cause the assist feature of brakes not to recharge. also, fluid loss could lead to sudden loss of power assistance tothe braking system, which could result in loss of vehicle control and an accident.

Recall Notes

replace brake accumulator switches with revised seals.

1988 Jaguar Xj6

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

Consequence of Defect

high pressure fluid supply hose could rupture causing loss of fluid of the brake power assist system.

Corrective Action

loss of fluid could lead to loss of power assist to the braking system, which may result in loss of vehicle control and an accident, and the expelled fluid from the hose failure could cause an engine compartment fire.

Recall Notes

install new power hydraulic hose of a different specification.

1988 Jaguar Xj6

Component

Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights

Consequence of Defect

cruise control may fail to disengage in a normal manner upon application of the brakes, and the rear brake lamps may fail due to malfunction of brake lamp microswitch assembly.

Corrective Action

possible loss of stop lamps and failure of cruisecontrol to disengage in the normal manner may result in an accident.

Recall Notes

install a modified microswitch in all vehicles.

1988 Jaguar Xj6

Component

Suspension:Front:Springs:Coil Springs

Consequence of Defect

certain front suspension lower spring pan fixings may fail due to stress corrosion.

Corrective Action

this may allow the cars front suspension to settle ontothe bump stop on one side.

Recall Notes

install revised specification front suspension spring pan fixings.

1982 Jaguar Xj6

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System:Fuel Rail

Consequence of Defect

certain vehicles could be subject to a fuel leakage in the engine compartment due to the possibility of deterioration in the integrity of the high pressure fuel hose connections.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

all affected hoses and attachment clips will be replaced at no charge to owner.

1982 Jaguar Xj6

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump

Consequence of Defect

certain vehicles may be fitted with an unauthorized fuel pump electrical inertia switch. this switch has a tin coating added to the contacts that create the potential for a high electrical resistance. this could cause overheating and possible distortion of the plastic mounting around the fixed contact. this could result in inability to start the vehicle since there is a flow of current to the fuel pump.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the inertia switch at no cost to owner.

1981 Jaguar Xj6

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System:Fuel Rail

Consequence of Defect

certain vehicles could be subject to a fuel leakage in the engine compartment due to the possibility of deterioration in the integrity of the high pressure fuel hose connections.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

all affected hoses and attachment clips will be replaced at no charge to owner.

1980 Jaguar Xj6

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System:Fuel Rail

Consequence of Defect

certain vehicles could be subject to a fuel leakage in the engine compartment due to the possibility of deterioration in the integrity of the high pressure fuel hose connections.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

all affected hoses and attachment clips will be replaced at no charge to owner.

1979 Jaguar Xj6

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

Consequence of Defect

the ignition amplifier may contact and score the fuel filter. over a period of time, scoring of the filter can cause fuel leakage.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will inspect and, if necessary, adjust fuel filter brackets and replace filter without charge to owner.

1979 Jaguar Xj6

Component

Power Train:Automatic Transmission

Consequence of Defect

the selector quadrant spiral retaining pin may work its way out of position so that the vehicle could remain in gear when selector lever is moved into the "park" position.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will secure spiral pin using a retaining pin to permanently lock it in position.

1979 Jaguar Xj6

Component

Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe

Consequence of Defect

the exhaust downpipes installed on the involved vehicles may not permit proper clearance between the downpipes and the steering column lower joints. upon making a hard full right turn, the exhaust downpipe and steering column could come into contact with each other. this could result in a loss of steering control.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the exhaust downpipe with one of modified shape, without charge to owner.

1978 Jaguar Xj6

Component

Power Train:Automatic Transmission

Consequence of Defect

the selector quadrant spiral retaining pin may work its way out of position so that the vehicle could remain in gear when selector lever is moved into the "park" position.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will secure spiral pin using a retaining pin to permanently lock it in position.

1978 Jaguar Xj6

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Carburetor System

Consequence of Defect

under a combination of circumstances in cold weather, icing may prevent return of the throttle butterfly to the idle position.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the dealer will fit coolant heated throttle bodies on all vehicles at no cost to owners.

1978 Jaguar Xj6

Component

Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe

Consequence of Defect

the exhaust downpipes installed on the involved vehicles may not permit proper clearance between the downpipes and the steering column lower joints. upon making a hard full right turn, the exhaust downpipe and steering column could come into contact with each other. this could result in a loss of steering control.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the exhaust downpipe with one of modified shape, without charge to owner.

1977 Jaguar Xj6

Component

Power Train:Automatic Transmission

Consequence of Defect

if the transmission is overfilled, the possibility of overspill arises under certain driving conditions due to the newly installed transmission dipstick. the transmission fluid may spill on the exhaust manifold or catalytic converter.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will replace the dipstick at no charge.

1977 Jaguar Xj6

Component

Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer

Consequence of Defect

there may be a malfunction of the windshield washer pump due to its position in the engine bay.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will reposition the windshield washer pump. pumps will also be replaced on ceratin vehicles, without charge to owners.

1977 Jaguar Xj6

Component

Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System

Consequence of Defect

the exhaust gas recirculation manifold core plugs may become displaced resulting in a loss of engine vacuum and subsequent stalling. this would produce immediate erratic engine operation and subsequent loss of power brakes and power steering assist.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will install a modified core plug device at no cost to owner.

1976 Jaguar Xj6

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Switches:Brake Warning

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1976 Jaguar Xj6

Component

Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer

Consequence of Defect

there may be a malfunction of the windshield washer pump due to its position in the engine bay.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will reposition the windshield washer pump. pumps will also be replaced on ceratin vehicles, without charge to owners.

1976 Jaguar Xj6

Component

Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System

Consequence of Defect

the exhaust gas recirculation manifold core plugs may become displaced resulting in a loss of engine vacuum and subsequent stalling. this would produce immediate erratic engine operation and subsequent loss of power brakes and power steering assist.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will install a modified core plug device at no cost to owner.

1976 Jaguar Xj6

Component

Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Gas Recirculation Valve (Egr Valve)

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1975 Jaguar Xj6

Component

Visibility:Rearview Mirrors/Devices:Exterior

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1975 Jaguar Xj6

Component

Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer

Consequence of Defect

there may be a malfunction of the windshield washer pump due to its position in the engine bay.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will reposition the windshield washer pump. pumps will also be replaced on ceratin vehicles, without charge to owners.

1975 Jaguar Xj6

Component

Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System

Consequence of Defect

the exhaust gas recirculation manifold core plugs may become displaced resulting in a loss of engine vacuum and subsequent stalling. this would produce immediate erratic engine operation and subsequent loss of power brakes and power steering assist.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will install a modified core plug device at no cost to owner.

1974 Jaguar Xj6

Component

Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer

Consequence of Defect

there may be a malfunction of the windshield washer pump due to its position in the engine bay.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will reposition the windshield washer pump. pumps will also be replaced on ceratin vehicles, without charge to owners.

1973 Jaguar Xj6

Component

Steering:Rack And Pinion

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1972 Jaguar Xj6

Component

Steering:Rack And Pinion

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1970 Jaguar Xj6

Component

Parking Brake:Conventional:Mechanical:Linkage And Cable

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1969 Jaguar Xj6

Component

Steering:Rack And Pinion

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes