Jaguar Linkages Recall 94V249000 (48 Vehicles)

The problem

The steering assembly was fitted with incorrect specification nuts. These nuts retain the track rod end ball pins to the steering arms.

The risk

This condition can result in loss of steering control.

The fix

Dealers will install new correct specification nuts on the steering linkage assembly.

Contacts

System: steering; linkages.Vehicle description: passenger cars.Note: if the vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed uponservice date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonabletime, please contact jaguar at 1-201-818-8500. Also contact the nationalhighway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

What to do

Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
Call a dealer. Any authorized Jaguar dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 94V249000.
Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.

Vehicle	Complaints	Recalls	Grade
1995 Jaguar XJ	1	1	A

Vehicle

Complaints

Recalls

Grade

1995 Jaguar XJ

Questions

Is the 94V249000 recall repair free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to fix safety recalls free of charge. JAGUAR CARS's dealers do the work; the remedy is described above.

How do I know if my vehicle is part of recall 94V249000?

Not every vehicle of a listed model year is included. Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call a dealer with your VIN.

When was recall 94V249000 announced?

JAGUAR CARS reported it to NHTSA on December 30, 1994. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

Steering: linkages Jaguar recall