Jaguar Land Rover North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #10V578000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 10V578000 by Jaguar Land Rover North America, Llc. Includes 6,475 affected units, VEHICLES WIPER ARM DURABILITY, component: VISIBILITY, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Jaguar is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 xj vehicles manufactured from july 28, 2009, through november 3, 2010. The front wiper arms to spindle fixings were not torqued to specification during manufacturing. as a result, the securing nuts could fail to perform as intended, resulting in a loss of wiper arm synchronization and a clash of the wiper arms.

Corrective Action

Dealers will ensure the wiper arms are fitted securely onto the spindle and the securing nuts will be tightened to the correct torque. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or before december 13, 2010. owners may contact jaguar at 1-800-637-6837.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 10V578000

Manufacturer: Jaguar Land Rover North America, Llc

Report Received Date: 2010-11-12T00:00:00

Subject: Vehicles wiper arm durability

Component: Visibility

Potentially Affected Units: 6,475

Details

MFR Campaign Number: J019

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Jaguar is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 xj vehicles manufactured from july 28, 2009, through november 3, 2010. The front wiper arms to spindle fixings were not torqued to specification during manufacturing. as a result, the securing nuts could fail to perform as intended, resulting in a loss of wiper arm synchronization and a clash of the wiper arms.

Consequence Summary: If the wiper arms lose synchronization and clash, they could detach from the vehicle, reducing a driver's visibility and increasing the risk of crash.

Corrective Action: Dealers will ensure the wiper arms are fitted securely onto the spindle and the securing nuts will be tightened to the correct torque. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or before december 13, 2010. owners may contact jaguar at 1-800-637-6837.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 10V578000

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