Recall 16V940 affects 2,394 2017 Jaguar F-Type vehicles for faulty front seat belt pretensioners. Repair is free at any franchised Jaguar dealer.
Jaguar is recalling 2,394 2017 F-Type vehicles because the front seat seatbelt pretensioners can fail to work properly in a crash. If that happens, front-seat occupants are not adequately restrained, increasing injury risk; Jaguar dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The front seat belt pretensioner in the 2017 Jaguar F-Type is part of the restraint system. In a crash, it is supposed to tighten the belt quickly so the occupant is held closer to the seat as the restraint system manages the impact.
On affected F-Type vehicles, the front pretensioners were built with a deviation in the generant mix ratio. That mix is the material charge that helps drive the pretensioner when it activates. If the charge does not perform as designed, the pretensioner can fail to tighten the belt properly during a crash.
There is no warning sign before failure. The seat belt can look and latch normally in day-to-day use, so the VIN decides whether this recall applies.
Who's affected?
| 2017 Jaguar F-Type | seat belt |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 2,394 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific car.
What's the safety risk?
When a front seat seatbelt pretensioner fails to work properly, occupants are not adequately restrained in a crash. That increases injury risk. Until the vehicle is inspected, drive with extra care and schedule the recall repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Jaguar dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2017 Jaguar F-Type is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Jaguar dealer to schedule the free front seat belt pretensioner inspection and replacement if needed, so the front seat belts can restrain occupants correctly in a crash.
- Bring the recall notice if Jaguar mailed one. If not, reference recall number 16V940 when you call.
- Use the seat belts on every trip until the inspection is complete, and do not delay the dealer visit.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Jaguar technician inspects the front seat belt assemblies, including the pretensioners, and replaces any assembly that fails inspection. The replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. If you already paid out of pocket for a related front seat belt repair before the recall notice, Jaguar's standard reimbursement plan covers documented expenses. Bring repair invoices or other paperwork to the service desk so the dealer can review the claim path with you.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| December 28, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 28, 2016 | Dealer notification began |
| December 28, 2016 | Dealer notification ended |
| February 20, 2017 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| February 20, 2017 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| March 17, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V940?
Recall 16V940 covers certain 2017 Jaguar F-Type vehicles with front seat belt pretensioners that fail to work correctly in a crash. When that happens, front seat occupants are not restrained as designed, increasing injury risk. Jaguar dealers will inspect the front seat belt assemblies and replace them as needed for free.
What should I do if my 2017 Jaguar F-Type is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 16V940. If it is, contact a franchised Jaguar dealer to schedule the seat belt assembly inspection. Reference recall number 16V940 and Jaguar recall number J081 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires Jaguar to repair the defect at no cost to the owner. A franchised Jaguar dealer will inspect the front seat belt assemblies and replace any affected parts free of charge, including parts and labor.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced occupant restraint in a crash. If the front seat seatbelt pretensioners do not function properly, front seat occupants are not held as intended, increasing the risk of injury. The dealer repair addresses that defect for free.
What if I bought my Jaguar F-Type used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2017 Jaguar F-Type is included, then call a franchised Jaguar dealer and reference recall number 16V940.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V940000 |
|---|---|
| Jaguar customer service | 1-800-452-4827 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V940 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V940000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- 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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