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Jaguar XF Recall 16V796: Fuel lines can chafe and leak, creating fire risk

NHTSA campaign 16V796, reported November 1, 2016, 5,081 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain 2013-2015 Jaguar XF vehicles built between May 22, 2013 and June 15, 2015 with 2.0L GTDi engines may have insufficient clearance between the underfloor fuel delivery lines and the under shield and body. Over time, the lines can rub against these parts and wear through, which may cause a fuel leak.

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire. Owners should take this recall seriously.

Jaguar will notify owners. Dealers will inspect the fuel line for abrasions, replace it if necessary, and install additional clips, all free of charge. Parts are not yet available, so a second notice will be sent when they are. The recall is expected to begin in January 2017. Owners can contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827 (Jaguar recall number J077), and can check their VIN for open recalls.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 16V796Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Problem
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Jaguar XF vehicles manufactured May 22, 2013, to June 15, 2015 and equipped with 2.0L GTDi engines. The affected vehicles may have insufficient clearance between the underfloor fuel delivery lines and the under shield and body allowing the fuel lines to chafe, possibly resulting in a fuel leak.
Risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel line for abrasions, replacing it as necessary and install additional clips, free of charge. Parts are not yet available and second notice will be sent when parts are available. The recall is expected to begin January 2017. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J077.
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 XF201320142015