Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Passenger Vehicles, When Replace The Fuel Filler Cap To The Vehicle’S Fuel Tank Filler Neck, It Is Possible To Over-Tighten The Cap Inducing A Poor Seal. In The Event Of A Vehicle Roll-Over, It Is Possible For Fuel To Leak Past The Fuel Filler Cap.
Make Of Vehicle
JAGUAR
Model Of Vehicle
X-TYPE
Year
2004
Recall Campaign Number
04V460000
Component Description
Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly:Filler Pipe And Cap
Effect Of Defect
Fuel Leakage, In The Presence Of An Ignition Source, Could Result In A Fire.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Remove The Fuel Cap Seals And Fit Better Quality Seals Onto The Vehicle. The Recall Began On October 1, 2004. Customers May Also Contact Jaguar At 1-800-452-4827.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Jaguar Cars Ltd
Start Of Manufacture
20040101
End Of Manufacture
20040227
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
1147
Date Owners Notified
20041001
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Jaguar Cars, Ltd.
Date Report Received
20040917
Make Campaign Number
R955