NHTSA Recall 14V673000: Alternator/generator/regulator (electrical system) and belts and associated pulleys (engine and engine cooling)
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 272 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Jaguar F-TYPE.
| NHTSA campaign | 14V673000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | J044 |
| Components | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE › GASOLINE › BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS |
| Report received | October 27, 2014 |
| Owner notification | November 10, 2014 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2015 F-TYPE vehicles manufactured August 25, 2014, to September 12, 2014, 2015 XF vehicles manufactured September 3, 2014, to September 12, 2014, and 2015 XJ vehicles manufactured August 21, 2014, to September 11, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the Front End Accessory Drive (FEAD) belt, Power Assisted Steering (PAS) pump pulley and/or battery positive cable at the alternator may detach.
Safety risk
If the battery positive cable loosens, an electrical short may result, increasing the risk of a fire. If the FEAD belt looses or detaches, the vehicle may lose power assisted steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Jaguar has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the affected engine mounted components for the proper threading and torque, correcting them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 10, 2014. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J044.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 14V673000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.