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Jaguar XF Recall 16V187: Fuel Tank Flange May Crack, Leaking Fuel and Raising Fire Risk

NHTSA campaign 16V187, reported April 4, 2016, 28 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Some vehicles built between December 17, 2008 and April 15, 2009 may have a fuel tank outlet flange that can crack. A crack can allow gasoline to leak onto the ground.

Fuel leaking near an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire. If you smell fuel, see a fuel puddle under the vehicle, or have a fuel-related warning, stop driving the vehicle and contact a dealer or Jaguar right away.

The repair is free. An authorized dealer will replace the fuel outlet mounting flange at no charge. Jaguar will notify affected owners, and you can also call Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827 (recall J059). Check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls to confirm whether your car is included.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 16V187Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Problem
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2010 Jaguar XF vehicles manufactured December 17, 2008, to April 15, 2009. The affected vehicles have a fuel tank with an outlet flange that may crack, allowing fuel to leak onto the ground.
Risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel outlet mounting flange, free of charge. The recall began on May 11, 2016. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J059.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

Jaguar XF2010