Jaguar XF and XK recalled for corrosion worries

The recall exercise was reported by the American National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), and the issue lies with the power assist steering pipes that have been assembled with zinc-nickel plating that may not provide corrosion protection.

Jaguar said that, over time, corrosion of the pas pipes may lead to pin-holing of the pipe allowing pressurized power steering fluid to leak into the under-hood and engine bay area. It added that aside from causing a loss of power assist steering, the leaked fluid may also ignite if it comes into contact with an ignition source or a hot surface leading to a vehicle fire.

The recall exercise affects a total of 6085 cars sold in the USA, including 1540 XK sports cars and 4545 XF sedans built from June 27, 2009 to March 10, 2010. Once recalled, Jaguar's technicians at dealerships will replace the power steering fluid pipes with parts manufactured to the required corrosion protection specification free of charge.