Recall 17V027 affects 8,114 2009, 2012 Jaguar Xf vehicles with passenger front air bag inflators that can rupture. Free repair at any franchised Jaguar dealer.
Jaguar is recalling 8,114 2009, 2012 Xf vehicles originally sold or registered in listed states and territories because the passenger frontal air bag inflator can degrade after humidity and temperature cycling. In a crash that deploys the air bag, the inflator can rupture and send metal fragments into occupants; Jaguar dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The passenger frontal air bag inflator in the 2009, 2012 Jaguar Xf is the device inside the passenger air bag module that produces gas during a crash deployment. When the crash sensors call for the passenger air bag, the inflator fills the bag so it can cushion the occupant.
On affected Xf vehicles, the inflator uses non-desiccated ammonium nitrate propellant. That means the propellant is not protected by a drying agent. Long-term exposure to high absolute humidity and repeated temperature cycling breaks down the propellant. During a crash that deploys the front air bags, that degraded propellant can rupture the inflator instead of filling the air bag as designed.
There is no warning sign before failure. The inflator sits inside the air bag module, so an owner will not feel a change in normal driving or see a symptom before a crash deployment.
Who's affected?
This is a two-year, single-model recall, with the same passenger-side front air bag inflator module listed for both years.
| 2009 Jaguar Xf | front air bag |
|---|---|
| 2012 Jaguar Xf | front air bag |
| Units affected | 8,114 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific sedan is included.
What's the safety risk?
An inflator rupture can send metal fragments into the cabin and strike occupants, causing serious injury or death. Treat an unrepaired passenger frontal air bag as a serious safety risk and schedule the recall repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Jaguar dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2009, 2012 Jaguar Xf is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Jaguar dealer to schedule the free passenger frontal air bag assembly replacement that replaces the affected inflator.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it, and reference recall number 17V027 when you call.
- Complete the repair promptly because an inflator rupture can send metal fragments toward occupants in a crash.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Jaguar technician replaces the passenger frontal air bag assembly covered by the recall. The recall repair is available now, and the replacement parts and labor are free. This repair addresses the passenger air bag inflator in the module, so the service visit centers on replacing the assembly rather than adjusting the existing part. Jaguar has a general reimbursement plan on file for related out-of-pocket repairs paid before the recall repair. Bring repair invoices or other documentation to the service desk, or contact Jaguar customer service about the claim process.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| January 10, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 13, 2017 | Dealer notification began |
| January 13, 2017 | Dealer notification ended |
| March 3, 2017 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| December 18, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V027?
Recall 17V027 covers 8,114 2009, 2012 Jaguar Xf vehicles with passenger frontal air bag inflators that can rupture during deployment after long-term humidity and temperature exposure. Metal fragments can strike occupants, causing serious injury or death. Jaguar dealers replace the passenger frontal air bag assembly for free.
What should I do if my 2009, 2012 Jaguar Xf is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Jaguar Xf is included in recall 17V027. This recall depends on model year and where the vehicle was originally sold or registered. If your VIN is included, contact a franchised Jaguar dealer and reference recall 17V027 or Jaguar recall J070.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Jaguar's remedy says dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag assembly free of charge. Parts and labor are covered at a franchised Jaguar dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is an air bag inflator rupture during a crash with passenger frontal air bag deployment. If the inflator ruptures, metal fragments can strike people inside the vehicle and cause serious injury or death. The repair path is replacement of the passenger frontal air bag assembly.
What if I bought my Jaguar Xf used?
The free recall repair still applies if your VIN is included. Used owners often miss mailed notices, and this recall also depends on past registration location. Check your VIN, then call a franchised Jaguar dealer with recall 17V027 or Jaguar recall J070.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V027000 |
|---|---|
| Jaguar customer service | 1-800-452-4827 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V027 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V027000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notice (PDF) - Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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