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NHTSA recall 04V460000

Fuel System, Gasoline · Jaguar Cars, Ltd.

September 17, 2004report date
1,147units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details

What's wrong: On certain passenger vehicles, when replace the fuel filler cap to the vehicle's fuel tank filler neck, it is possible to over-tighten the cap inducing a poor seal. In the event of a vehicle roll-over, it is possible for fuel to leak past the fuel filler cap.

Why it matters: Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.

The fix: Dealers will remove the fuel cap seals and fit better quality seals onto the vehicle. The recall began on October 1, 2004. Customers may

Affected vehicles on MotorDeets

All model years NHTSA lists

2004 Jaguar X-Type.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 04V460000.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.