NHTSA Recall 20V557000: Software (air bags) and air bags: frontal
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 12 vehicles. It affects 2010–2017 Jaguar XJ.
| NHTSA campaign | 20V557000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | H294 |
| Components | AIR BAGS › AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE › SOFTWARE; AIR BAGS › FRONTAL |
| Report received | September 12, 2020 |
| Owner notification | October 7, 2020 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2010-2011 and 2017 XJ vehicles. The Restraint Control Module (RCM) software may cause the frontal air bags to deploy improperly in the event of a frontal impact crash.
Safety risk
Failure of the air bags to deploy properly increases the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will update the RCM software, free of charge. The recall began October 7, 2020. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-369-1000. Jaguar's number for this recall is H294.
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 20V557000
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.