NHTSA Recall 97V045000
NHTSA Campaign Id 97V045000; Date: Mar. 20, 1997
If the output shaft separates, the rear suspension would collapse on the affected side resulting in loss of control of the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
1997 Jaguar XK8
Component: Suspension:rear
Manufactured by: Jaguar Cars
Affected Units:: 2,303
Recall Summary:
The differential output shaft retaining rings on the rear suspension can become displaced allowing the output shaft to become detached from the differential unit.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect the vehicle's differential serial number and repair or replace the necessary parts.
Recall Notes:
Owner notification:owner notification is expected to begin April 21, 1997. Note:owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Jaguar at 1-800-4jaguar (1-800-452-4827). Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Apr 14, 1997
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