Jaguar/fmvss 135/brake fluid reservoir label
Defect Summary
Certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 135, "passenger car brake system." the brake fluid master cylinder reservoir is recessed and oriented in the engine compartment beneath a leaf screen, such that the brake fluid warning statement embossed on the top of the reservoir body is not visible by direct view.
Safety Consequence
This does not comply with the standard.
Corrective Action
Owners will be sent letters which will include installation instructions and labels containing the required warning statement. if they prefer, owners may contact dealers to have them install the labels. the recall began on january 25, 2005. owners may contact jaguar at 1-800-452-4827.
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FAQ: Recall 04V484000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 04V484000?
NHTSA recall 04V484000 was issued by Jaguar Cars, Ltd. on October 14, 2004. It addresses: Jaguar/fmvss 135/brake fluid reservoir label. The recall affects approximately 50,000 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Jaguar Cars, Ltd. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 04V484000 or the manufacturer campaign number R171. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.