REC-002966

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0 JAGUAR S Type, XJ

Category: Light Vehicle · Supplier: Jaguar Australia

Recall date: 21 March 2007

Defect

When these vehicles are driven under a unique driving pattern where the vehicle is predominantly used for short journey distances, under slow driving style and light throttle application, excessive soot and hydrocarbons may become trapped in the Diesel Particulate Filter (DFP). The DPF on 2.7 Litre V6 diesel engine vehicles may exhibit smoke and/or fire from the underside of the vehicle, flames emanating from within the rear exhaust tailpipe or an orange glow from the underside of the vehicle.

Hazard

Fire

Remedy

Contact your Jaguar dealer.

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — Jaguar Australia — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: https://www.vehiclerecalls.gov.au/recalls/rec-002966