Jaguar F Type Recall R/2017/170: One Or Both Front Indicators May Fail, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 23 May 2017
- Launched
- 875
- vehicles in the UK
- H026
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Jaguar recalled F Type vehicles built between 16 December 2016 and 24 April 2017. The driver will not be alerted to a failure of one or both of the front directional indicator lamps. The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and update the vehicle with the latest software. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The driver will not be alerted to a failure of one or both of the front directional indicator lamps. This could lead to an extended period of driving with failed lamps where other drivers will not have clear indication of the driver,s intent.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: ONE OR BOTH FRONT INDICATORS MAY FAIL Defect: The driver will not be alerted to a failure of one or both of the front directional indicator lamps. This could lead to an extended period of driving with failed lamps where other drivers will not have clear indication of the driver�s intent. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and update the vehicle with the latest software.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could lead to an extended period of driving with failed lamps where other drivers will not have clear indication of the driver,s intent.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and update the vehicle with the latest software. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.
Are You Affected?
F Type built between 16 December 2016 and 24 April 2017 may be included. Jaguar estimates 875 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Jaguar, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Jaguar.
- Book with any franchised Jaguar dealer, quoting the campaign code H026 or the DVSA reference R/2017/170. See how to get a Jaguar recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| F Type, F-Pace, XE, XF and 1 moreSecurity Guidance | Low | R/2025/488 | |
| F Type, F-PaceA damaged front seat belt pre tensioner tube may have been installed on the seat belt retractor | Urgent | R/2022/223 | |
| F TypeThe passenger airbag deployment door integrated in the instrument panel facia contains an additional mesh layer | Urgent | R/2021/248 | |
| F TypeAn incorrect front bumper reinforcement panel has been fitted | Low | R/2021/026 | |
| F TypeThe static noise level exceeds the regulated maximum decibel limit | Low | R/2019/273 |
This is one of 104 Jaguar recalls in DVSA’s data. The Jaguar recall launched before it was R/2017/143 on 19 May 2017, for fuel hose may leak. The one launched after it was R/2017/154 on 1 Jun 2017, for no occupancy detection mat fitted in front passenger seat. You can also see every Jaguar recall and all recalls launched in 2017.
Source: DVSA recall R/2017/170, launched 23 May 2017. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.