2003-2004 Jaguar S-Type recall: parking brake

Jaguar Cars Ltd reported this safety recall on October 7, 2004. It covers about 30,181 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 30,181
reported: Oct 7, 2004
owners notified: Jan 15, 2005
related complaints: 40

Parking brake

What is wrong: On certain passenger vehicles, the electronic park brake module, which controls the application of the parking brake, may unintentionally apply the parking brake without any indication or warning to the driver.
Risk: This condition can cause the vehicle to decelerate and may cause rear wheel "lockup" at any road speed. A crash may occur.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the electronic park brake module with the latest production lever parts. The recall began on january 15, 2005. Owners should contact jaguar at 1‑800‑452‑4827.

Recall number 04V488000

Affected vehicles

Jaguar S-Type 2003-2004 2003 2004

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 40 complaints about brakes problems.

2003 Jaguar S-Type 2004 Jaguar S-Type

Questions about recall 04V488000

Is there a recall on the 2003-2004 Jaguar S-Type parking brake?

Yes. Recall 04V488000, reported on October 7, 2004, covers about 30,181 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 04V488000?

Dealers will replace the electronic park brake module with the latest production lever parts. The recall began on january 15, 2005. Owners should contact jaguar at 1‑800‑452‑4827.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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