Recall 18V009 covers 8,925 2009, 2010, 2013 Jaguar Xf vehicles for passenger air bag inflators that can explode. Free repair at any franchised Jaguar dealer.
Jaguar is recalling 8,925 of its 2009, 2010, and 2013 Jaguar Xf vehicles sold or registered in specified states and territories because the passenger frontal air bag inflator can explode during deployment after long-term heat and humidity exposure. Metal fragments can strike occupants and cause serious injury or death, and 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, 2010, 2013 Jaguar Xf is the metal gas generator inside the passenger-side air bag module. In a crash that calls for passenger air bag deployment, the inflator is supposed to fill the air bag fast enough to cushion the occupant.
On affected Xf vehicles, the inflator uses a non-desiccated ammonium nitrate propellant. Non-desiccated means the part lacks a drying agent that helps control moisture inside the inflator. After long exposure to high humidity and repeated temperature changes, the propellant can degrade. During deployment, that degraded propellant can burn too aggressively and rupture the inflator, sending metal fragments into the cabin.
There is no warning sign before failure. The air bag warning light is not described as part of this defect, so an owner should not rely on a dashboard alert to know whether this recall applies.
Who's affected?
The affected model years are not continuous; the same passenger-side front air bag inflator module is listed for each year.
| 2009 Jaguar Xf | front air bag |
|---|---|
| 2010 Jaguar Xf | front air bag |
| 2013 Jaguar Xf | front air bag |
| Units affected | 8,925 |
| 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 explosion can send sharp metal fragments into the driver or other occupants, with a risk of serious injury or death. If your VIN is included in recall 18V009, schedule the repair soon and avoid delaying the air bag replacement. Repair is free at any franchised Jaguar dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2009, 2010, 2013 Jaguar Xf is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Jaguar dealer to schedule the free passenger air bag assembly replacement that removes the recalled inflator.
- Reference recall number 18V009 and Jaguar recall J071 when you call.
- Bring the recall notice if Jaguar mailed one, plus your registration, to the repair appointment.
- Keep the repair appointment even if the air bag warning light is off; this recall concerns inflator degradation over time.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Jaguar technician replaces the front passenger air bag assembly covered by recall 18V009. The work removes the passenger frontal air bag inflator assembly from service and installs the replacement assembly. Parts and labor are covered under the recall, and the repair is available now. If you already paid out of pocket for the same passenger air bag repair before the recall notice, Jaguar has a general reimbursement plan on file. Contact Jaguar customer service with repair documentation and ask how to submit the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| January 8, 2018 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 11, 2018 | Dealer notification began |
| January 11, 2018 | Dealer notification ended |
| February 28, 2018 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| June 27, 2018 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 18V009?
Recall 18V009 covers 8,925 2009, 2010, and 2013 Jaguar Xf vehicles with passenger frontal air bag inflators that can explode during deployment after long-term heat and humidity exposure. Jaguar dealers replace the front passenger air bag assemblies for free.
What should I do if my 2009, 2010, or 2013 Jaguar Xf is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Jaguar Xf is included in recall 18V009. If it is, contact a franchised Jaguar dealer to schedule the front passenger air bag assembly replacement. Reference recall number 18V009 or Jaguar recall J071 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 replace the front passenger air bag assemblies free of charge. The recall repair has been available since June 27, 2018.
What is the safety risk in recall 18V009?
The safety risk is an inflator explosion during passenger frontal air bag deployment. Sharp metal fragments can strike the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death. Confirm your VIN, then schedule the free Jaguar dealer repair if your vehicle is included.
What if I bought my Jaguar Xf used?
The free repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. If you never received a Jaguar notice, check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Xf is included, then call a franchised Jaguar dealer and reference recall 18V009.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V009000 |
|---|---|
| Jaguar customer service | 1-800-452-4827 |
| NHTSA recall # | 18V009 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 18V009000 |
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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