Jaguar Xk 1997

Model Xk made in 1997 by Jaguar got 1 recall as well as 33 service bulletins. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system and engine and engine cooling. There was one recall concerning exterior lighting .

Model 1997

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS
03V509000JAGUAR CARS LTDfrom 02/01/1996 to 05/31/2003V (Vehicle)3944801/06/2004MFRJAGUAR CARS LTD12/04/200312/11/2003571108 S7.8.5
Defect SummaryOn 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 SummaryAn improperly aimed headlamp could provide less effective roadway illumination or could cause increased glare to oncoming vehicles.
Corrective SummaryOwners 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.
NotesJaguar recall no. r842.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SSM-3622410/25/200710032248Jaguar: directional indicator operating with the stalk in the central position. if condition is found, replace the directional indicator switch. no model years listed. *pe02/25/2010
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION
3034401/01/2001618516Spark plugs that have been affected by corona discharge that leads to corona stain or what is often referred to as spark plug blow-by. *tt04/14/2001
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
3036803/01/200510016575A rattle emanating from the engine on start-up and idle. *tt09/22/2005
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM
3035406/01/200210011318Overheating - thermostat stuck closed - revised thermostat available. *tt01/14/2005
3034805/01/200230348630824Customers may complain of coolant leaking from the heater hose. *jb this bulletin replaced bulletin 303-48, dated 02/02. *tt04/24/2002
3031109/01/200130311625470The antifreeze solution in the cooling system may deteriorate. this procedure has been produced to eliminate this problem. *tt11/28/2001
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE
TB-S51405/20/201010033530Jaguar: operation of throttle while in closed position. certain vehicles have been identified with the operation of the throttle. under exceptional circumstances this concern could cause the engine to cut out, although the engine will con08/20/2010
070403/20/200710021469Reprogramming the ecm and replacing the throttle body. *kb04/27/2007
3035102/02/2002630820Subject regarding oil leaks from the oil filter that loosen. *jb04/24/2002
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE
3035506/01/2002634132Hard start/non start condition.*jb09/27/2002
EQUIPMENT
4190201/01/20024190210012332Jaguar cellular telephone - audiotronics technical hotline. amended version. *tt02/24/2005
1002002/01/200110011278Using jtis on wds - adding keyboard. *tt01/13/2005
EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - AIR CONDITIONER
4120605/01/2001625149Subject pertaining to air condition refrigerant circuit leak.*jb11/19/2001
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BACK UP LIGHTS
4170405/01/2001625213This bulletin involves revised chmsl installation procedure for the center high mounted stop lamp cover on certain convertible models. *jb11/19/2001
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS
4171007/01/200510015833Headlamp internal condensation. acceptable levels/repair guidelines *sc08/15/2005
4170604/01/20044170610012223Condensation build-up in the headlamp assemblies. install revised lens. this bulletin replaces bulletin 417-06 dated 07/03. *tt02/17/2005
4170504/01/20044170510012214A build up of condensation in the headlamp assembly. repair procedure. this bulletin replaces bulletin 417-05 dated 12/01. *tt02/17/2005
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TURN SIGNAL
SSM-3622410/25/200710032248Jaguar: directional indicator operating with the stalk in the central position. if condition is found, replace the directional indicator switch. no model years listed. *pe02/25/2010
PARKING BRAKE - INDICATOR LIGHT
SSM-3622410/25/200710032248Jaguar: directional indicator operating with the stalk in the central position. if condition is found, replace the directional indicator switch. no model years listed. *pe02/25/2010
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
3070708/01/200130707623815Information regarding damaged j-gate gasket available separately repair procedure. on certain models including 1998. *yh10/30/2001
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - LEVER AND LINKAGE - FLOOR SHIFT
2060704/01/200220607634099Selector lever difficult to shift from park, brake lamp remains lit, revised brake pedal and switch.*jb09/27/2002
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC
2060406/01/2001621822Brake vibration or judder. *tt10/02/2001
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - CALIPER
2060908/01/2001621333Brake caliper - separate servicable parts - repair policy. *tt09/17/2001
STRUCTURE - BODY
9100803/01/2001619985Technical bulletin regarding squeaks and rattles service kit. *tt07/06/2001
STRUCTURE - BODY - ROOF AND PILLARS
3033304/01/20035013310012502Slow operation of the convertible top, or slow or erratic operation of the latch. supersedes bulletin 303-33, dated 08/99. *tt03/03/2005
SUSPENSION
2041704/01/20032041710011293Vibration/shimmy - tire radial force variation - optimizing wheels and tires. *tt this bulletin supersedes bulletin 204-17, dated 4/02. *tt01/13/2005
2041504/01/2001619992In the event of customer complaints this technical bulletin has been issued to give diagnostic information relating to vibration through the steering wheel and / or the seat. *tt07/09/2001
SUSPENSION - FRONT - STABILIZER BAR
2041608/01/2001624902Subject regarding replacement stabilizer bar bushings. *yh11/15/2001
2041608/01/2001623986Replacement stabilizer bar bushings lubricate before installing. *yh10/31/2001
TIRES
2041704/01/2002634097Vehicles may experience vibration/shimmy in the tire assembly, model xk 2002 and 2003.*jb09/27/2002
VISIBILITY - POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
4190804/01/2001619988Information on disarming accessory inclination sensor. *tt07/06/2001
X0701/01/2000610204This bulletin provides a list of accessory installation times for many model accessories. *tt04/20/2000
WHEELS
2041311/01/2000615834Some unique aspects of the r-performance accessory wheel kits. *tt01/31/2001