Recall 14V292 affects 70 2013 Jaguar Xj vehicles for generic Restraints Control Module software tied to SRS operation. Repair is free at any franchised Jaguar dealer.
Jaguar is recalling 70 of its 2013 Xj vehicles because generic software in the Restraints Control Module does not meet the specification for proper Supplemental Restraint System operation. In a crash, the software can put occupants at increased risk of injury, and the Jaguar dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The Restraints Control Module on the 2013 Jaguar Xj is the computer that manages the Supplemental Restraint System. That system coordinates crash-protection features tied to occupant protection, such as air bag and restraint responses. The module relies on the correct software calibration so those features operate to the required standard during a crash.
In these Jaguar vehicles, the installed calibration is a generic software version instead of the specified calibration for proper SRS operation. That mismatch means the module is not configured exactly as required under FMVSS 208, Occupant Crash Protection. The problem is in the software setup, not a worn mechanical part an owner can inspect.
There is no warning sign before failure. The recall filing does not identify a light, sound, driveability change, or other symptom that tells an owner the calibration is wrong.
Who's affected?
| 2013 Jaguar Xj | electrical system software |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 70 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific sedan.
What's the safety risk?
Generic restraints control module software can leave occupants at increased risk of injury in a crash. If your VIN is included, schedule the software update promptly and drive with extra care until the repair is complete. Repair will be free at any franchised Jaguar dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2013 Jaguar Xj is included in this recall.
- Wait for Jaguar's owner notice before scheduling if a dealer cannot confirm the repair for your VIN.
- Call Jaguar customer service at 1-855-524-8278 with questions and reference recall number 14V292.
- Ask a franchised Jaguar dealer about the free Restraints Control Module software upload, which fixes the SRS calibration problem.
- Bring the recall notice if Jaguar mailed one, or give the dealer recall number 14V292 when you call.
- Drive with extra care until the software upload is complete, because the SRS calibration issue increases injury risk in a crash.
What happens at the repair
Jaguar's filed remedy is a dealer software update for the Restraints Control Module. Once the dealer repair is available, a Jaguar technician uploads new module software so the Supplemental Restraint System uses the proper calibration. The repair is free under the recall. The work is software based, so the service visit centers on programming the module rather than replacing a physical restraint part. Ask the Jaguar service desk to confirm the recall campaign is open for your VIN before arranging the appointment.
Timeline
| June 2, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 8, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V292?
Recall 14V292 covers 70 2013 Jaguar Xj vehicles with generic Restraints Control Module software that does not conform to FMVSS 208 occupant crash protection requirements. Jaguar dealers will upload corrected module software for free.
What should I do if my 2013 Jaguar Xj is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 14V292. If it is, contact a franchised Jaguar dealer to schedule the Restraints Control Module software update. Reference recall number J040 or 14V292 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Jaguar dealers will upload the corrected Restraints Control Module software free of charge. Parts and labor are covered by the recall.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is increased injury risk in a crash. The affected software controls part of the Supplemental Restraint System, and the filing says the generic calibration does not meet the proper operating specification for occupant crash protection.
When did Jaguar start this recall?
Jaguar began the recall on July 8, 2014. Owner notices and dealer repairs opened then, so an included 2013 Jaguar Xj is eligible for the free Restraints Control Module software upload at a franchised Jaguar dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V292000 |
|---|---|
| Jaguar customer service | 1-855-524-8278 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V292 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V292000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →