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2003 Jaguar S-Type recalls
NHTSA has 3 safety recall campaigns on record for the 2003 Jaguar S-Type. Decode your VIN to confirm the exact vehicle.
Recall list
Equipment:other:labels
NHTSA 04V484000October 14, 200450,000 units
Problem: Certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 135, "passenger car brake system." the brake fluid master cylinder reservoir is recessed and oriented in the engine compartment beneath a leaf screen, such that the brake fluid warning statement embossed on the top of the reservoir body is not visible by direct view.
Risk: This does not comply with the standard.
Remedy: Owners will be sent letters which will include installation instructions and labels containing the required warning statement. If they prefer, owners may contact dealers to have them install the labels. The recall began on january 25, 2005. Owners may contact jaguar at 1-800-452-4827.
Parking brake
NHTSA 04V488000October 7, 200430,181 units
Problem: 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.
Power train:automatic transmission
NHTSA 04V024000January 8, 200431,731 units
Problem: On certain passenger vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions, with the forward drive gear selected and the vehicle stationary or in a forward motion, the gearbox could potentially select reverse gear, without indication.
Risk: This failure could result in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the transmission control module. The recall began on may 1, 2004. Owners should contact jaguar at 1-201-818-8500.
Source: NHTSA recall database. A recall applies to vehicles built in a specific date range; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Questions
How many recalls does the 2003 Jaguar S-Type have?
NHTSA records list 3 safety recall campaigns for the 2003 Jaguar S-Type.
How do I know if my 2003 Jaguar S-Type has an open recall?
Enter your VIN on NHTSA.gov's recall lookup (nhtsa.gov/recalls). It shows unrepaired recalls for your exact vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.