Seat belt pretensioners may not function properly
Defect Summary
Jaguar land rover north america, llc (jaguar) is recalling certain 2017 jaguar xe vehicles manufactured july 12, 2016, to december 2, 2016, and jaguar f-type vehicles manufactured july 14, 2016, to december 16, 2016. the affected vehicles have front seat seatbelt pretensioners that may not function properly in the event of a crash.
Safety Consequence
If the front seat seatbelt pretensioners do not function properly, the seat occupants may not be adequately restrained in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front seat belt assemblies, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin february 20, 2017. owners may contact jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. jaguar's number for this recall is j081.
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FAQ: Recall 16V940000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V940000?
NHTSA recall 16V940000 was issued by Jaguar Land Rover North America, Llc on December 28, 2016. It addresses: Seat belt pretensioners may not function properly. The recall affects approximately 2,394 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seat Belts component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Jaguar Land Rover North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V940000 or the manufacturer campaign number J081. 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.