NHTSA Recall 16V137000: Hydraulic power assist system (steering)
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 6,938 vehicles. It affects 2013–2015 Jaguar XF.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V137000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | J061 |
| Component | STEERING › HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM |
| Report received | March 7, 2016 |
| Owner notification | June 28, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Jaguar XF vehicles manufactured May 16, 2012, to June 15, 2015 and equipped with 2.0L GTDi engines. The retaining bolt for the Front End Auxiliary Drive (FEAD) idler pulley on the engine may fail resulting in a loss of power steering assist.
Safety risk
A loss of power steering assist may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the FEAD pulley assembly, free of charge. Owners were sent interim notifications on May 28, 2016. This recall began July 1, 2016. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J061.
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 16V137000
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.