Hyundai is recalling 65,000 2008 Elantra sedans due to a fuel pump defect.  The Detroit Free Press reports that the pump "may lose pressure and degrade the engine's performance."  The recall affects Elantras with 2.0-liter four-cylinder engines.  The problem apparently develops only when gasoline with added Ethanol is used, which "produces a buildup of film on the units' electrical contacts, leading to poor starting or engine hesitation."

According to a defect notice filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, "Hyundai is not aware of any injuries related to the fuel pump."  Hyundai will notify affected owners through the mail in September.  Hyundai dealers will replace the fuel pump at no cost.  Concerned owners can contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151.

Jaguar is recalling 7,900 2009 XF luxury sedans due to a defect in the rear safety belt.  Carscoop reports, "Although Jaguar says there have been no accidents or injuries reported due to the problem, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration noted that in the event of a crash, a seat occupant may not be properly restrained thus increasing the risk of personal injury." 

According to an NHTSA defect notice, "Inspection has indicated that the outboard rear safety belt D- ring assemblies on the vehicle may require higher than expected force before rotation on the anchorage mounting bolt occurs or may not rotate at all."  In the event of an accident, "inability of the D-ring to rotate may change the performance of the rear safety belt system."  Jaguar will notify the owners of affected vehicles through the mail.  Jaguar dealers will inspect the safety belts and replace the D-ring assembly if necessary.  Concerned owners may contact Jaguar at 1-800-452-4827.

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