Recall 15V038 affects 4,787 2012-2015 Jaguar Xk vehicles because front side lamps can turn off. Repair is free at any franchised Jaguar dealer.
Jaguar is recalling 4,787 2012-2015 Xk vehicles because the front side parking lamps can turn off after about 5 minutes. If those lamps shut off, the vehicle is harder for other drivers to see, increasing crash risk; Jaguar dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The front side lamps on 2012-2015 Jaguar Xk vehicles are the parking lamps at the front corners of the car. They help mark the vehicle's width and position when the lighting system is in use, so other drivers can see the car in low light. Power for those lamps runs through the front Central Junction Box, an electrical control unit that switches lighting circuits on and off.
On affected Xk vehicles, the lighting software was not correctly validated after daytime running lamps were introduced. The front side lamps stay on at first, then the Central Junction Box enters sleep mode and shuts off power to those lamps after about 5 minutes. The lamp itself is not the main problem; the control software is sending the wrong command.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner can notice the issue only by checking the front side lamps after the vehicle has been on for several minutes.
Who's affected?
Covers 4 model years of the Xk, all tied to exterior lighting.
| 2012 Jaguar Xk | Exterior lighting |
|---|---|
| 2013 Jaguar Xk | Exterior lighting |
| 2014 Jaguar Xk | Exterior lighting |
| 2015 Jaguar Xk | Exterior lighting |
| Units affected | 4,787 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific car is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the parking lamps turn off, other drivers have less visual warning of the Jaguar Xk, increasing the risk of a crash. Use extra caution in low light and schedule the software update soon. Repair is free at any franchised Jaguar dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2012-2015 Jaguar Xk is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Jaguar dealer to schedule the free software update that keeps the front side lamps from turning off after about 5 minutes.
- Bring the recall notice if Jaguar mailed one. If not, reference recall number 15V038 when you call.
- Use extra caution in low light until the update is complete; the parking lamps can turn off and make the car harder to see.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Jaguar technician updates the software that controls the front side lamps, also called parking lamps. The recall repair is available now, and the software update is free of charge. The update is meant to keep the front side lamps from turning off after about 5 minutes, so the vehicle meets the lamp and reflective device safety standard. Jaguar lists this recall as J049.
Timeline
| January 27, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 29, 2015 | Dealer notification began |
| January 29, 2015 | Dealer notification ended |
| March 5, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
| March 13, 2015 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V038?
Recall 15V038 covers 4,787 2012-2015 Jaguar Xk vehicles with front side lamps that turn off after approximately 5 minutes. That reduces the vehicle's visibility to other drivers and increases crash risk. Jaguar dealers update the front-side-lamp control software for free.
What should I do if my 2012-2015 Jaguar Xk is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 15V038. If it is, contact a franchised Jaguar dealer to schedule the front-side-lamp software update. Reference recall number 15V038 and Jaguar recall number J049 when you call.
Is the Jaguar Xk recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Jaguar's remedy states that dealers will update the software that controls the front side lamps free of charge.
What is the safety risk in recall 15V038?
The safety risk is reduced visibility to other drivers. In the affected Jaguar Xk vehicles, the front side lamps turn off after approximately 5 minutes, which reduces the vehicle's conspicuity and increases crash risk. The dealer software update corrects the lamp-control issue.
What if I bought my Jaguar Xk used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Jaguar Xk is included, then call a franchised Jaguar dealer or Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V038000 |
|---|---|
| Jaguar customer service | 1-800-452-4827 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V038 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V038000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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