NHTSA recall 08V396000
Seat belts › Rear/other
Jaguar XF
The defect
Jaguar IS recalling 7,918 my 2009 xf vehicles. the rear safety belt d-ring assembly may not rotate properly around the safety belt anchorage mounting bolt. if the assembly IS not held together when tightening, the d-ring and/or washer can separate from the shoulder of the spacer, allowing these parts to be partially clamped by the spacer, forming a burr on either the d-ring or the washer and subsequently limiting proper rotation of the d-ring.
The risk
In the event of a crash, a seat occupant may not be properly restrained increasing the risk of personal injury.
The remedy
Dealers will inspect the outboard rear safety belt d-ring and, if necessary, the d-ring assembly will be removed and any burrs on the d-ring or washer filed flat. the d-ring assembly will then be reinstalled to correct the condition. the recall began on august 29, 2008. owners may contact jaguar at 1-800-452-4827.