Jaguar Cars, Ltd. | NHTSA Recall #03V509000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 03V509000 by Jaguar Cars, Ltd.. Includes 39,448 affected units, JAGUAR/FMVSS 108/HEADLAMP ADJUSTMENT, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain vehicles, the headlamp adjustment mechanism may be operated without suitable instruction on either the mechanism or in the owner's manual. this does not meet the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

Corrective Action

Owners will be provided with an owner's manual addendum containing the necessary headlamp aiming instructions. owner notification is expected to begin on january 6, 2004. owners should contact jaguar at 1-800-452-4827.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 03V509000

Manufacturer: Jaguar Cars, Ltd.

Report Received Date: 2003-12-04T00:00:00

Subject: Jaguar/fmvss 108/headlamp adjustment

Component: Exterior Lighting

Potentially Affected Units: 39,448

Details

MFR Campaign Number: R842

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain vehicles, the headlamp adjustment mechanism may be operated without suitable instruction on either the mechanism or in the owner's manual. this does not meet the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

Consequence Summary: An improperly aimed headlamp could provide less effective roadway illumination or could cause increased glare to oncoming vehicles.

Corrective Action: Owners will be provided with an owner's manual addendum containing the necessary headlamp aiming instructions. owner notification is expected to begin on january 6, 2004. owners should contact jaguar at 1-800-452-4827.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 03V509000

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Created At: 1742808662

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