2012 Jaguar XK recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2012 Jaguar XK; the most frequently affected component is exterior lighting. Owners filed 2 complaints, most often about electrical system. Among the 9 model years of this model in the database, 2012 ranks #5 for number of recalls.

Recalls2

Complaints2

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Recalls (2)

Exterior lightingCampaign 15V038000 · 27 Jan 2015

Problem: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 Jaguar XK vehicles manufactured March 4, 2011, to March 20, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the front side lamps (parking lamps) may turn off after approximately 5 minutes. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Risk: If the parking lamps turn off, the vehicle will have reduced conspicuity, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will update software that controls the front side lamps, free of charge. The recall began March 5, 2015. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J049.

Electrical systemCampaign 13V340000 · 05 Aug 2013

Problem: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 XK convertible vehicles manufactured October 1, 2010, through August 1, 2013. The switch in the overhead roof console also activates the power operated windows when the convertible roof is opening or closing. The switch does not move downward to close the windows. Therefore, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 118, "Power-Operated Window, Partition, and Roof Panel Systems."

Risk: The power windows may inadvertently be activated and pinch or injure an arm or finger.

Remedy: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the overhead roof console, free of charge. The recall began on October 1, 2013. Owners may contact Jaguar at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's recall number is J030.

What owners complain about

Share of the 2 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.

Electrical system1 · 50%

Engine1 · 50%

When complaints were filed

20141

20161

From owner complaints

A defect exists in the jaguar xk convertible, which has repeatedly and unpredictably prevented the jaguar from operating, apparently in connection with a concurrent draining of the car's battery. The defect renders the automobile unable to reliably start and deprives the owner of the utility of the vehicle. Despite…
Electrical system · Jun 2016 · NHTSA complaint record

Tl* the contact owns a 2012 jaguar xk. The contact stated while driving approximately 70 mph the vehicle started smoking and stalled in the middle of the highway. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The mechanic diagnosed that the motor needed to be replaced. The failure occurred three times within two years. The…
Engine · Jan 2014 · NHTSA complaint record

How this year compares

Recalls per model year for this model.

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Source

Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.

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