NHTSA recall 06V-018 (06V018000)

visibility recall reported January 25, 2006 - about 2,675 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number: 06V018000
Also written as: 06V-018
Manufacturer number: R722
Reported: January 25, 2006
Vehicles affected: ~2,675
Component: visibility

What is being recalled

ON CERTAIN SEDANS EQUIPPED WITH MOONROOFS, A REINFORCEMENT BAR WAS INCORRECTLY ASSEMBLED SO THAT THE BAR MAY CONTACT THE GLASS IN THE MOONROOF. WHEN CLOSING A DOOR OR UPON SEVERE ROAD IMPACT, IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE MOONROOF GLASS MAY SHATTER.

Why it is dangerous

IF THE GLASS SHATTERS, THERE IS A RISK OF INJURY TO THE VEHICLE OCCUPANTS.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE MOONROOF FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 27, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT JAGUAR AT 1-800-452-4827.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 06V-018 when calling a dealer.

Affected 1 model

Jaguar XJ - 2006

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