Jaguar XJ — Recalls, Reliability, Specs & VIN Decoder

The contact's husband owned a 2011 Jaguar XJ. The contact stated that while her husband was attempting to park in a parking space and the brake pedal depressed, the vehicle independently accelerated. The contact attempted to decrease the vehicle's speed by going over a bump however the vehicle continued to independently accelerate. The brake pedal was depressed to the floorboard and then lifted his foot off the brake pedal resulting in a crash with a median. It was unknown if any warning lights were illuminated since the events occurred rapidly. The front air bag partially deployed upon impact. The contact's husband was taken to the hospital by an ambulance where he was treated for both a neck sprain and a back sprain. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to an independent tow yard and was later determined to be a total loss. Upon investigation, the contact discovered NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V557000(Air Bags) which was linked to the failure. The dealer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 75,000.

I was driving through Kroger shopping center and I drove between two cars and my car suddenly accelerated and I had to stand on the brakes to avoid hitting a man loading groceries into his car.This was a frightening experience, which I'm afraid will happen again and I won't be so luck.I purchased the car Oct 14 2022 and supposedly have a power train warranty after 1 month and 1000 miles.My name is Craig Donahue, email:[email protected]/cell# 478-787-2446 /address:135 Wexford ct macon.ga 31210 (please help,before someone dies unnecessary!

A seris of issues plaque this model. Changed throttle body twice but car keep showing stability control not available, throttle body actuation issues with p2119,p2118 codes among several others. Car shakes and shuts down in the middle of driving. At idle, the car rev meter goes up and down and then shuts off. I have taken this car to galpin jaguar over 5 times with the same problem and each time the problem remains the same. I have since taken it to another mechanic two more times paid thousands of dollars to replace parts and still the problem exists. This has been going on for literally months. Everything i have been told, i got it fixed yet, the problem still exist. These set of issues happens at idle, when driving on freeways, and city streets. I have called aaa so often i have no more. Another issue- the car will stuck in drive gear and stop and shuts off. I have even replaced emc computer. The issue started last year march but stopped when i changed throttle body and lasted about 6 months, then started acting around september again and its at the mechanic now and they cant find the issue still.

The engine stalled out when we were traveling in the passing lane at speed on an interstate highway. We had to move to the right side shoulder of the highway in front of another vehicle we had just passed and other traffic coming close behind. Definitely a scary situation for us and the other drivers. We were towed to the nearest jag dealer. The dealer had our car for two weeks. They replaced the fuel pump. The service tech's told us that they had never heard of a fuel pump going bad in an x-type. When i questioned the cost of the job, about $1450, i was told that the fuel tank had to be removed to replace the fuel pump. Since that time, we have had a battery replaced, the second for this car since we have owned it, and had to have brake pads replaced, at which time, we were told that the rear brakes had a problem in the calipers that caused the pads to sit further from the discs than they should. This brake problem causes us to use extra pedal travel when braking the car. Then, on dec 9, 2013, the rear differential fell out of the bottom of our car. We were only doing about 20 mph so there was no accident, but we had to be towed to a jag dealer about 30 miles away. My research found that when the fuel tank is removed, the differential would also be removed. This was confirmed by the service writer where my jag was towed. One of the differentials bolts broke where it appeared to have been cracked, as if it had been over torqued when installed! The service writer asked to see the work order for the fuel pump work, so i asked him to look it up. He was not able to find the info, because the work was done out of warranty and the jag system does not record out of warranty work! That is probably why the techs never heard of a fuel pump going bad or a differential falling out of a jag car, even though there have been examples of both reported here! *tr

Purchased car new from montclair nj, had it six months took it to dealer they kept it 4 weeks for part, box, transmission. 2yrs years later to it jaguar dealer (montclair nj jaguar no longer open) they kept car 10 days gear box, 2months later needed and alternator, 1wk later battery, now since august 2012 brakes replaced twice still squeak and they say it is a brake bushing. Part $20 dollars to install 350.00 jtb00077 part c2s46380 info from dealer. Would like to start a law suit (lemon) from the beginning put car in reverse and it sounds as if the rear bottom of the car is falling out. *tr

Power train, six months after purchasing my brand new 2007 jaguar x-type in october of 2006 the auto was put in the shop (dealer montclair jaguar)and they held it for 4 to 6 weeks to replace the power train. The bushings have also been problems from day one and the brakes squeak all of the time. *tr

Transfer case burnout had internal manufacture defects. Temperature coolant sensor over heated and completely melted, causing car to overheat. Driverside door panel clips detoriated. Dimmer light knob had 2 replacements and continued to brake. Car went for servicing, car was fine before servicing, car came back from dealership with break pad and rotor problems. Dealership replaced original car break pads with faulty pads to damage rotors and have me as a customer pay for a service that is not warranted. Car also came back from dealership with an engine tick and tire grinding sound that it never had, dealership service manager said it's normal to get out of engine inspection when these sounds are new sounds that had never existed. Gas cap filler came cracked at time of purchase, car was taken to dealership for that replacement, car was brand new with this defect existing at time of purchase. Car leather seats are deteriorating, fading, peeling, chipping and cracking. Passenger side visor snapped off. Driving traction stability light comes on and off with out being switched on. Car feels like it has no shocks, car rides over small rode bump and feels like it ran into a big whole in the rode, when pavement is completely smooth, dealer says shocks are fine, but the car did not have this effect until it came out of service for the defective transfer case. *tr

The whole rear end of the car fell on to the ground. *tr

While stopped in the road waiting for another car. With foot on brake, the car suddenly goes full throttle. Driver has both feet applied on the brake and the car still moves forward burning rubber, and then after a few seconds it goes back to idle. The car does this once or twice a year, the last time doing damage to a car in front of it. This is the fifth time this has happened. The car is idling normally with the right foot on the brake and it will just go full throttle all by itself. It has happened enough that we know we do not have both the brake and the gas pedal depressed. From doing online research i believe jaguar and toyota / lexus used the same system for controlling acceleration. I replaced the throttle body after the fender bender, it evidently did not help.

Was driving approximately 30mph on my way to the dealer for scheduled oil change and without any warning the car started making a grinding noise and stopped. It would not move forward or reverse. Managed to get the car to the side of the road and called the dealer for assistance. Upon inspection the dealer told me the car needed a transmission and transfer case because the internal gears were fragmented. *tr

As my wife was exiting the freeway she pressed on the brake pedal and the vehicle accelerated causing a major crash (totaled) and serious injuries. She tried pumping the brakes and could not slow the vehicle. The vehicle behind her reported in the police report that the car on the exit ramp decelerated and suddenly accelerated. There was a red light at the bottom of the exit ramp, her foot was not on the gas pedal nor did the car mats interfere with the brake pedal. No one else was in the vehicle. The brakes were very well maintained. A search of the internet indicated 2003/2006 jaguar x-type had acceleration problems with other drivers pressing on the brake pedal. I can email you my search results if you so desire. The air bag was only deployed on the passenger side. *tr

Tl* the contact owned a 2006 jaguar x-type. While driving approximately 55 mph, the vehicle accelerated when the brake pedal was applied. As a result, the contact crashed the vehicle into a wall. The passenger side dashboard air bag was the only air bag that deployed. A police report was filed. The contact sustained two broken ribs, lacerations that required stitches, and bruises to the eye and body that required medical attention. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 68,000..updated 11/03/14 *bf updated 7/9/2015*js

I was traveling on the freeway at 55 mph, as i exited and touched the brakes the car would not slow down, the car gained speed, i pumped the brakes and the car continued to go faster, the car was out of control and crashed into a wall. I was seriously injured and fortunately no one else or other vehicle was involved. I am lucky to be alive. Just prior to impact i turned the wheel to the left causing the car to hit the right front first then the car flipped over. Only the passenger side air bag deployed. The brakes were fairly new with 70% brake lining remaining and the brakes had been inspected one week prior to the accident. It appears to be a combination speed acceleration and brake failure. *tr

Upon entering garage of home, while pressing on brakes preparing to park, engine accelerated forcing car to crash into a ladder in front of concrete wall; although husband pushed full force on brakes, the car seemed to race forward. No one was hurt, front right bumper plastic panel popped off. Earlier on same day, while slowing down for traffic, although i pushed on brakes, car did not seem to respond. I was able to maintain control of car since i was traveling at low rate of speed. *tr

Tl* - the contact owns a 2006 jaguar x-type purchased on november 10, 2006 with 15 miles. The contact explained that early in december 2006 while driving the vehicle between 40 to 45 mph and before coming to a stop sign the vehicle failed to respond when the brakes were applied. The vehicle continued at the same speed. This caused the contact to move on to the emergency lane to avoid hitting another vehicle. The contact continued to apply the brake pedal while on the emergency lane until the vehicle stopped. The contact explained that mid december 2006, while driving at 30 mph on a country road, the brakes did not respond when applied. Even after the brake was applied the vehicle went at the same speed and the cruise control stayed on. After pressing the brake pedal a few times the vehicle was able to stop. At no time was the cruise control ever activated. The third time a similar problem occurred was on 1/20/07. The contact took the vehicle to thomas cadillac and jaguar of hardford on 1/24/07,where an ids was installed, and the pedal switch was adjusted and checked. The contact stated that the cruise control became active on all three occasions and pumping the brake pedal did not disengage the cruise control to allow the vehicle to slow down or properly stop. The failure mileage was 1743 and the current mileage was 2100. On february 16,2007 the contact's vehicle was involved in a crash. The driver was not able to stop while driving at 30 mph and making a right turn, under sunny and dry driving conditions. *ak update 4/9 *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 jaguar xj. The contact stated that when shifting into drive, the vehicle suddenly accelerated with the brake depressed. The brake pedal was depressed with extreme force and the contact shifted into park before the vehicle would stop. The failure was experienced several times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who performed a diagnostic but was unable to diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 4,000 and the approximate current mileage was 8,000. Consumer stated his wife also experienced sudden acceleration. She shifted the vehicle into drive, with her foot firmly on the brake, when suddenly the vehicle accelerated dramatically to what she characterized as full throttle. She pressed harder on the brake pedal and immediately shifted the vehicle back into park. The engine speed then returned to normal. The vehicle was then taken to the dealer. Updated 04/15/13 updated 4/24/13 *cn updated 05/14/13 ...updated 05/22/13 *bf the consumer and the dealer discussed at length the possible explanations for the sudden acceleration and concluded that inadvertent simultaneous application of the brake and accelerator pedal was a distinct possibility. Updated 05/30/13

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 jaguar xj. The contact stated that the abs light illuminated on the instrument panel and the front end of the vehicle started to shake. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and it was determined that all of the control arms were rusted and needed to be replaced. The dealer stated that the control arms and abs brake module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 83,000. Updated 8/21/15*cn updated 10/3/2017*cn

As i was going down a slopping street at approximately 30-35 mph, i stepped on the brakes to slow decline but car surged forward, immediately gaining speed up to 58 mph. When i leveled out at the bottom of the hill i was able to pull over to side of road by tapping on the brakes until i came to a complete stop. Second incident happened two days later. While stopped at a stop sign waiting to turn left, car accelerated forward going from 0 to approximately 30 mph barely missing car coming at me from the left. Was in middle of the road before i knew it. Stopped car as before, light repeated taps on brakes. Car is at jaguar dealership for inspection. *tr

Serious safety issue with the epb electronic parking brake not disengaging (especially in the xj models), therefore, deeming it impossible to drive the car, and being stranded with no way to drive home or anywhere in an emergency. This issue appears to be electrical in nature, involving the parking brake module. This issue is a published issue in countless jaguar forums and the nhtsa. Link to nhtsa issue description and classification: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2014/sb-10064315-6903.pdf jag forums with this dangerous issue: https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/xj-x351-53/parking-brake-fault-139538/ https://www.jaguarforum.com/threads/park-brake-fault.81192/

The engine stalled out when we were traveling in the passing lane at speed on an interstate highway. We had to move to the right side shoulder of the highway in front of another vehicle we had just passed and other traffic coming close behind. Definitely a scary situation for us and the other drivers. We were towed to the nearest jag dealer. The dealer had our car for two weeks. They replaced the fuel pump. The service tech's told us that they had never heard of a fuel pump going bad in an x-type. When i questioned the cost of the job, about $1450, i was told that the fuel tank had to be removed to replace the fuel pump. Since that time, we have had a battery replaced, the second for this car since we have owned it, and had to have brake pads replaced, at which time, we were told that the rear brakes had a problem in the calipers that caused the pads to sit further from the discs than they should. This brake problem causes us to use extra pedal travel when braking the car. Then, on dec 9, 2013, the rear differential fell out of the bottom of our car. We were only doing about 20 mph so there was no accident, but we had to be towed to a jag dealer about 30 miles away. My research found that when the fuel tank is removed, the differential would also be removed. This was confirmed by the service writer where my jag was towed. One of the differentials bolts broke where it appeared to have been cracked, as if it had been over torqued when installed! The service writer asked to see the work order for the fuel pump work, so i asked him to look it up. He was not able to find the info, because the work was done out of warranty and the jag system does not record out of warranty work! That is probably why the techs never heard of a fuel pump going bad or a differential falling out of a jag car, even though there have been examples of both reported here! *tr

Tl* the contact owned a 2006 jaguar x-type. While driving approximately 55 mph, the vehicle accelerated when the brake pedal was applied. As a result, the contact crashed the vehicle into a wall. The passenger side dashboard air bag was the only air bag that deployed. A police report was filed. The contact sustained two broken ribs, lacerations that required stitches, and bruises to the eye and body that required medical attention. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 68,000..updated 11/03/14 *bf updated 7/9/2015*js

I was traveling on the freeway at 55 mph, as i exited and touched the brakes the car would not slow down, the car gained speed, i pumped the brakes and the car continued to go faster, the car was out of control and crashed into a wall. I was seriously injured and fortunately no one else or other vehicle was involved. I am lucky to be alive. Just prior to impact i turned the wheel to the left causing the car to hit the right front first then the car flipped over. Only the passenger side air bag deployed. The brakes were fairly new with 70% brake lining remaining and the brakes had been inspected one week prior to the accident. It appears to be a combination speed acceleration and brake failure. *tr

2006 jaguar x type. Consumer writes in regards to brake/ acceleration problems *tgw the consumer stated when she attempted to apply the brake to stop at a red light, the vehicle continued to accelerate. The consumer stated she applied the brake harder, and consequently, she rear ended another vehicle twice. The consumer stated she experienced sudden acceleration on a previous occasion. *jb

Tl* - the contact owns a 2006 jaguar x-type purchased on november 10, 2006 with 15 miles. The contact explained that early in december 2006 while driving the vehicle between 40 to 45 mph and before coming to a stop sign the vehicle failed to respond when the brakes were applied. The vehicle continued at the same speed. This caused the contact to move on to the emergency lane to avoid hitting another vehicle. The contact continued to apply the brake pedal while on the emergency lane until the vehicle stopped. The contact explained that mid december 2006, while driving at 30 mph on a country road, the brakes did not respond when applied. Even after the brake was applied the vehicle went at the same speed and the cruise control stayed on. After pressing the brake pedal a few times the vehicle was able to stop. At no time was the cruise control ever activated. The third time a similar problem occurred was on 1/20/07. The contact took the vehicle to thomas cadillac and jaguar of hardford on 1/24/07,where an ids was installed, and the pedal switch was adjusted and checked. The contact stated that the cruise control became active on all three occasions and pumping the brake pedal did not disengage the cruise control to allow the vehicle to slow down or properly stop. The failure mileage was 1743 and the current mileage was 2100. On february 16,2007 the contact's vehicle was involved in a crash. The driver was not able to stop while driving at 30 mph and making a right turn, under sunny and dry driving conditions. *ak update 4/9 *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 jaguar xj. The contact stated that when shifting into drive, the vehicle suddenly accelerated with the brake depressed. The brake pedal was depressed with extreme force and the contact shifted into park before the vehicle would stop. The failure was experienced several times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who performed a diagnostic but was unable to diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 4,000 and the approximate current mileage was 8,000. Consumer stated his wife also experienced sudden acceleration. She shifted the vehicle into drive, with her foot firmly on the brake, when suddenly the vehicle accelerated dramatically to what she characterized as full throttle. She pressed harder on the brake pedal and immediately shifted the vehicle back into park. The engine speed then returned to normal. The vehicle was then taken to the dealer. Updated 04/15/13 updated 4/24/13 *cn updated 05/14/13 ...updated 05/22/13 *bf the consumer and the dealer discussed at length the possible explanations for the sudden acceleration and concluded that inadvertent simultaneous application of the brake and accelerator pedal was a distinct possibility. Updated 05/30/13

As i was going down a slopping street at approximately 30-35 mph, i stepped on the brakes to slow decline but car surged forward, immediately gaining speed up to 58 mph. When i leveled out at the bottom of the hill i was able to pull over to side of road by tapping on the brakes until i came to a complete stop. Second incident happened two days later. While stopped at a stop sign waiting to turn left, car accelerated forward going from 0 to approximately 30 mph barely missing car coming at me from the left. Was in middle of the road before i knew it. Stopped car as before, light repeated taps on brakes. Car is at jaguar dealership for inspection. *tr

2008 jaguar xjl consumer stated vehicle lost cruise control. *bf the consumer stated a warning that read "cruise unavailable park brake default" illuminated on the dashboard. The consumer stated he pulled over to read the owners manual and it stated the park brake default could result in serious damage to the vehicle. Also loosing cruise control at 70 mph with someone on your bumper could cause a serious problem. When the consumer tried to put the transmission into drive, it wouldn't move. It was locked in park. The consumer tried again and the transmission moved into drive gear. The consumer took the vehicle to the dealer, but they were unable to find anything wrong. They replaced the brake light switch and the cruise control switch and hoped that would take care of the problem; but it didn't. The consumer went back to the dealer, and was told he would have to drive the vehicle until the warning light came back on. The warning light always came on during the time the dealer was closed. *jb

Tl*the contact owns a 2007 jaguar x-type. The contact was driving when the vehicle accelerated unexpectedly. At the time of the failure, the rpm's dramatically increase, but the warning indicators were not illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact had to place the vehicle into neutral to prevent it from moving. The risk of a serious crash was increased. The manufacturer stated that the cause of the failure was unknown and there was no current remedy. The failure and current mileages were 32,390. Updated 3/19/09 *cn the incident also occurred while stopped with the brakes applied. Updated 03/26/09.*jb

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 jaguar x-type. The cruise control automatically goes beyond the normal operating procedures as stated in the owner's manual. The contact attempted to adjust the control and it continued to malfunction. While driving 50 mph near another vehicle the cruise control speed decreased, including when changing lanes and without warning, it increased. Jaguar stated that this was an option for the vehicle, and they were unable to assist him with this concern. The manufacturer stated that he could have that option removed. The dealer advised the contact to file a complaint. The current and failure mileage were 5,040. *ak

The contact owns a 2006 Jaguar X-Type. The contact stated that while in the vehicle and depressing the brake pedal, the engine started revving at high speed. The vehicle was inadvertently moving forward into traffic. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that after turning off and restarting the vehicle, the failure recurred. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer had been notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 95,500.

The contact's husband owned a 2011 Jaguar XJ. The contact stated that while her husband was attempting to park in a parking space and the brake pedal depressed, the vehicle independently accelerated. The contact attempted to decrease the vehicle's speed by going over a bump however the vehicle continued to independently accelerate. The brake pedal was depressed to the floorboard and then lifted his foot off the brake pedal resulting in a crash with a median. It was unknown if any warning lights were illuminated since the events occurred rapidly. The front air bag partially deployed upon impact. The contact's husband was taken to the hospital by an ambulance where he was treated for both a neck sprain and a back sprain. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to an independent tow yard and was later determined to be a total loss. Upon investigation, the contact discovered NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V557000(Air Bags) which was linked to the failure. The dealer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 75,000.

Tl* the contact owned a 2011 jaguar xj. While driving on a wet road at 55 mph, the contact lost control of the vehicle. The vehicle fishtailed down the road into the guardrail cable. The front end of the vehicle was destroyed. The air bags did not deploy. The contact sustained head and rib injuries, which required medical attention. A police report was not filed. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that there was nothing wrong with the vehicle. The issue recurred on numerous occasions. In addition, the emergency brake malfunctioned. The dealer diagnosed that the battery was low. After having the vehicle diagnosed at auto zone, the battery was tested as being normal. The contact continued to lose control of the vehicle's traction. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 31,552.

A seris of issues plaque this model. Changed throttle body twice but car keep showing stability control not available, throttle body actuation issues with p2119,p2118 codes among several others. Car shakes and shuts down in the middle of driving. At idle, the car rev meter goes up and down and then shuts off. I have taken this car to galpin jaguar over 5 times with the same problem and each time the problem remains the same. I have since taken it to another mechanic two more times paid thousands of dollars to replace parts and still the problem exists. This has been going on for literally months. Everything i have been told, i got it fixed yet, the problem still exist. These set of issues happens at idle, when driving on freeways, and city streets. I have called aaa so often i have no more. Another issue- the car will stuck in drive gear and stop and shuts off. I have even replaced emc computer. The issue started last year march but stopped when i changed throttle body and lasted about 6 months, then started acting around september again and its at the mechanic now and they cant find the issue still.

This vehicle has had numerous"unusual" issues from "stick-to-your-fingers" control buttons that were changed under warranty to a faulty alarm system that goes off randomly once activated,to exceptionally slow touch screen functions that can only be controlled via touch screen;placing driver in hazardous situations distracted by the significant delay in response' not knowing if command was received and processed.to interior upholstery:ceiling,headliner coming unglued and undone in a relatively short period of time (5 yrs) with particles coming from glue/foam polluting the interior air causing breathing problems;while the manufacturer destined the vehicle to a hot & humid destination.to the major 2 catastrophic gauge/sensor failures:the water pump breaking ,which maybe ok, but when the car temperature gauge doesn't show an increase in operating temp and stays dead center at normal operating temperature and you drive it so you can get to safety of your home since it is not "over-heating" and the steering wheel seizes on you. You ask the dealership and a vague cover-up answer ridden with hesitancy,guilt & a sense of "oh,its normal for the car!" and no remedy offered or issued (maybe i should touch the engine to make sure its not overheating?!). And now this episode:the 2nd catastrophic gauge failure:the vehicles oil is at 25% capacity (only 25% full) no oil pool under the car at any time just a few liquid drops of what seemed to be ac condensation. The car doesn't show an oil pressure drop warning or overheating or any relative warning. Mind you the vehicle does not have a "dip-stick" to check oil levels. The only warning is a service required statement that is pre-programmed at certain intervals by the manufacturer. Even if i did not change the oil exactly on time and i'm a bit late,no warning about low oil content/low oil pressure. Documentation available. *tr

The cars power and engine shuts down completely without warning. I then have to restart car again. It happened now 4 times so far since i own the car.

2011 xj is exhibiting problems similar to those contained in nhtsa campaign id number: 10v332000 for the xk and xf. Specifically, vehicle engine will stutter as if about to stall, which is most noticeable within the first 30 minutes after start up, but persists in varying degrees at all times, especially when idling. Problem is progressively worsening. Problem reported to dealer who had indicated a software update in the future should resolve the issue, but no indication given on when that will happen. Problem sounds similar to nhtsa campaign id number: 10v332000, which notes a crash could occur. Accordingly, this should be investigated to confirm if the 2011 xj should be included in this recall. *tr

I leased a brand new, 2011 jaguar xj supercharged, and have experienced several problems within the first 1,000 miles, the first of which presents a severe safety risk. 1) the tft digital speedometer display will vanish without warning. When this happens, you have no idea how fast you are going. The problem usually happens when exiting a dark garage and entering daylight, but also has happened while on the highway. The digital dash will remain blank for up to 15 seconds usually before slowly reappearing. Problem does not happen all the time, but it is distressing and dangerous when it does. 2) audio and navigation systems have become completely inoperative. When navigation was operating, it was directing you to make impossible driving maneuvers. 3) power windows will not remain closed. 4) numerous other problems, though not necessarily safety issues (have been reported to dealer). *tr

Serious safety issue with the epb electronic parking brake not disengaging (especially in the xj models), therefore, deeming it impossible to drive the car, and being stranded with no way to drive home or anywhere in an emergency. This issue appears to be electrical in nature, involving the parking brake module. This issue is a published issue in countless jaguar forums and the nhtsa. Link to nhtsa issue description and classification: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2014/sb-10064315-6903.pdf jag forums with this dangerous issue: https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/xj-x351-53/parking-brake-fault-139538/ https://www.jaguarforum.com/threads/park-brake-fault.81192/

Purchased car new from montclair nj, had it six months took it to dealer they kept it 4 weeks for part, box, transmission. 2yrs years later to it jaguar dealer (montclair nj jaguar no longer open) they kept car 10 days gear box, 2months later needed and alternator, 1wk later battery, now since august 2012 brakes replaced twice still squeak and they say it is a brake bushing. Part $20 dollars to install 350.00 jtb00077 part c2s46380 info from dealer. Would like to start a law suit (lemon) from the beginning put car in reverse and it sounds as if the rear bottom of the car is falling out. *tr

While being stopped at a stop sign with foot on brake the car suddenly accelerates. This is the 5th time this has happened, one time resulting in an accident. I have called jaguar and they blame the driver. I replaced the throttle which contained the same tps sensor that has plagued toyotas. I am going to replace the pedal sensor and if that doesn't work i guess i will sell the car. Each time this happens the car is stopped with the right foot on the brake. The accident was at a school waiting in a line of stopped vehicles waiting to pickup students.

The engine stalled without warning just before i was about to make a left-hand turn. *js

2011 xj is exhibiting problems similar to those contained in nhtsa campaign id number: 10v332000 for the xk and xf. Specifically, vehicle engine will stutter as if about to stall, which is most noticeable within the first 30 minutes after start up, but persists in varying degrees at all times, especially when idling. Problem is progressively worsening. Problem reported to dealer who had indicated a software update in the future should resolve the issue, but no indication given on when that will happen. Problem sounds similar to nhtsa campaign id number: 10v332000, which notes a crash could occur. Accordingly, this should be investigated to confirm if the 2011 xj should be included in this recall. *tr

Transfer case burnout had internal manufacture defects. Temperature coolant sensor over heated and completely melted, causing car to overheat. Driverside door panel clips detoriated. Dimmer light knob had 2 replacements and continued to brake. Car went for servicing, car was fine before servicing, car came back from dealership with break pad and rotor problems. Dealership replaced original car break pads with faulty pads to damage rotors and have me as a customer pay for a service that is not warranted. Car also came back from dealership with an engine tick and tire grinding sound that it never had, dealership service manager said it's normal to get out of engine inspection when these sounds are new sounds that had never existed. Gas cap filler came cracked at time of purchase, car was taken to dealership for that replacement, car was brand new with this defect existing at time of purchase. Car leather seats are deteriorating, fading, peeling, chipping and cracking. Passenger side visor snapped off. Driving traction stability light comes on and off with out being switched on. Car feels like it has no shocks, car rides over small rode bump and feels like it ran into a big whole in the rode, when pavement is completely smooth, dealer says shocks are fine, but the car did not have this effect until it came out of service for the defective transfer case. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jaguar xj8 (n/a). The contact stated that while driving approximately 50mph the vehicle began to overheat and the power steering failed. The vehicle was towed to a mechanic who stated the belt tensioner and crankshaft were defective. The vehicle was taken to a jaguar dealer. They stated that the crankshaft pulley was defective and had come loose. They told him that the engine needed to be replaced at a cost of $14,000.00. The extended warranty company would not cover the repairs. The failure mileage and current mileage was approximately 80,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jaguar x-type. The contact stated when driving at speeds of at least 30 mph, there was an abnormal noise coming from the engine. The vehicle was seen by the dealer three times and each time; the dealer was unable to duplicate the failure. The manufacturer would not assist. The failure and current mileages were 49,000.

2006 jaguar vdp l wb would not exceed over 10 mph and warning lights illuminated on the dash. Experienced two massive fuel leaks. *kb the dealer claimed they replaced a seal to fix the fuel leak, however 2 weeks later the fuel leak resurfaced. The dealer then stated the left fuel pump flange was still leaking and the fuel tank was warped. The problem with the vehicle not accelerating over 10 mph was due to a loose mass air flow sensor connector. The tire monitor was faulty. *jb

2005 jaguar xj8l. Consumer writes in regards to intermittent engine light malfunctions *tgw the consumer stated at approximately 38,000 miles, he began to experience warning light messages such as engine fault, brake fault and dsc fault. Immediately following the display of the engine light, the engine lost power and the vehicle immediately coasted to a complete stop. The consumer stated the engine loosing power happened several times. Several components were replaced. However, the problem would always return. *jb

While merging into the fast lane on the highway the car goes into limp mode and i nearly got rear ended by a truck . After precariously making it to the shoulder ( almost got hit by another car )the codes all cleared and car resumes as normal. I take it in to the dealer and he tells me its possibly the throttle body but he is not sure . Looking online i find many xjr's with the same issue and almost fatal consequences due to jaguar's complete negligence to recall and fix their mistakes. The part is obviously not correctly engineered - they should do something about it before someone gets killed . *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 jaguar x-type. The contact was driving 70 mph when the vehicle began jerking, exhibited an abnormal noise and immediately, lost power. The vehicle was unable to be driven and was towed to a local transmission center. The mechanic informed the contact that the transmission was faulty and there were other unknown issues with the vehicle. The dealer was contacted but refused to repair the vehicle. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure and the vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 86,000. Updated 01/24/12*lj the oil pan gasket and water pump is also leaking. Updated 01/25/12

Coolant leak due to crack in nipple of recovery tank. *tr

We was sitting at a stop light waiting on the light to change to green to go. Before the light could change we was struck from behind by another vehicle which was hit by a truck going 45 mph. I hit my head on the dash and no air bag deployed not mines or my partner the driver. I asked jaguar of hilton head to test my airbags he said no need to test them if we were sitting still the airbags will not deploy. I just got my vehicle back and the air bag light on the passenger side keeps coming on. Something is not right with this airbag. *tr

Car hit a embankment and was a major accident flipping over twice than landing on side and the air bags never went off, my son and my future daughterinlaw suffered whip lash and back problems, this car is pretty new and says it has six air bags non went off. *tr

The contact's husband owned a 2011 Jaguar XJ. The contact stated that while her husband was attempting to park in a parking space and the brake pedal depressed, the vehicle independently accelerated. The contact attempted to decrease the vehicle's speed by going over a bump however the vehicle continued to independently accelerate. The brake pedal was depressed to the floorboard and then lifted his foot off the brake pedal resulting in a crash with a median. It was unknown if any warning lights were illuminated since the events occurred rapidly. The front air bag partially deployed upon impact. The contact's husband was taken to the hospital by an ambulance where he was treated for both a neck sprain and a back sprain. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to an independent tow yard and was later determined to be a total loss. Upon investigation, the contact discovered NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V557000(Air Bags) which was linked to the failure. The dealer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 75,000.

Tl* the contact owned a 2011 jaguar xj. While driving on a wet road at 55 mph, the contact lost control of the vehicle. The vehicle fishtailed down the road into the guardrail cable. The front end of the vehicle was destroyed. The air bags did not deploy. The contact sustained head and rib injuries, which required medical attention. A police report was not filed. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that there was nothing wrong with the vehicle. The issue recurred on numerous occasions. In addition, the emergency brake malfunctioned. The dealer diagnosed that the battery was low. After having the vehicle diagnosed at auto zone, the battery was tested as being normal. The contact continued to lose control of the vehicle's traction. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 31,552.

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 jaguar x-type. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 mph, a vehicle crashed into the driver's side of the contact's vehicle and the driver's side air bag failed to deploy. The driver's and rear windows fractured during the crash and as a result, the contact sustained injuries to the face, head and left arm. A police report was filed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was towed. The failure mileage was 74,000.

As my wife was exiting the freeway she pressed on the brake pedal and the vehicle accelerated causing a major crash (totaled) and serious injuries. She tried pumping the brakes and could not slow the vehicle. The vehicle behind her reported in the police report that the car on the exit ramp decelerated and suddenly accelerated. There was a red light at the bottom of the exit ramp, her foot was not on the gas pedal nor did the car mats interfere with the brake pedal. No one else was in the vehicle. The brakes were very well maintained. A search of the internet indicated 2003/2006 jaguar x-type had acceleration problems with other drivers pressing on the brake pedal. I can email you my search results if you so desire. The air bag was only deployed on the passenger side. *tr

I was traveling on the freeway at 55 mph, as i exited and touched the brakes the car would not slow down, the car gained speed, i pumped the brakes and the car continued to go faster, the car was out of control and crashed into a wall. I was seriously injured and fortunately no one else or other vehicle was involved. I am lucky to be alive. Just prior to impact i turned the wheel to the left causing the car to hit the right front first then the car flipped over. Only the passenger side air bag deployed. The brakes were fairly new with 70% brake lining remaining and the brakes had been inspected one week prior to the accident. It appears to be a combination speed acceleration and brake failure. *tr

Tl*the contact owns a 2005 jaguar x-type. While making a left turn on a hill at an unknown speed, the contact was involved in a head on crash. None of the air bags deployed and the contact sustained permanent brain damage. The manufacturer has not been notified. The current and failure mileages were 17,000. Updated 08/21/09. *lj updated 08/26/09.*jb

Takata recall - jaguar and/or tanaka should bear the financial cost to get our unit to a jaguar dealer. This is their serious deficiency. We live at least 150 miles from a jaguar dealer and it is patently unfair for us to have the financial and logistical. Burden. It is not as if we are asking for unrealistic cost, like rental car.

2007 jaguar x. Consumer writes in regards to air bag sensor in passenger seat will not turn off the dashboard mounted indicator. *smd the consumer stated after gaining five pounds, the light would come on after driving 5-6 miles and would not go out. When her friend sat in the passenger sit, the light would go out. The dealer stated there was nothing wrong with the vehicle. Four months later, the drivers side indicator light illuminated and the consumer returned to the dealer. It registered a code and an appointment was made for a replacement sensor. The consumer stated since the replacement, the passenger indicator has since illuminated again.

The contact owns a 2011 Jaguar XJ. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, there was a fuel-burning odor coming from the vehicle. The contact had to roll down the windows while driving due to the odor. The contact stated that when the vehicle was refueled at the gas station, the odor of gasoline was very strong. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 90,000.

The engine stalled out when we were traveling in the passing lane at speed on an interstate highway. We had to move to the right side shoulder of the highway in front of another vehicle we had just passed and other traffic coming close behind. Definitely a scary situation for us and the other drivers. We were towed to the nearest jag dealer. The dealer had our car for two weeks. They replaced the fuel pump. The service tech's told us that they had never heard of a fuel pump going bad in an x-type. When i questioned the cost of the job, about $1450, i was told that the fuel tank had to be removed to replace the fuel pump. Since that time, we have had a battery replaced, the second for this car since we have owned it, and had to have brake pads replaced, at which time, we were told that the rear brakes had a problem in the calipers that caused the pads to sit further from the discs than they should. This brake problem causes us to use extra pedal travel when braking the car. Then, on dec 9, 2013, the rear differential fell out of the bottom of our car. We were only doing about 20 mph so there was no accident, but we had to be towed to a jag dealer about 30 miles away. My research found that when the fuel tank is removed, the differential would also be removed. This was confirmed by the service writer where my jag was towed. One of the differentials bolts broke where it appeared to have been cracked, as if it had been over torqued when installed! The service writer asked to see the work order for the fuel pump work, so i asked him to look it up. He was not able to find the info, because the work was done out of warranty and the jag system does not record out of warranty work! That is probably why the techs never heard of a fuel pump going bad or a differential falling out of a jag car, even though there have been examples of both reported here! *tr

Transfer case burnout had internal manufacture defects. Temperature coolant sensor over heated and completely melted, causing car to overheat. Driverside door panel clips detoriated. Dimmer light knob had 2 replacements and continued to brake. Car went for servicing, car was fine before servicing, car came back from dealership with break pad and rotor problems. Dealership replaced original car break pads with faulty pads to damage rotors and have me as a customer pay for a service that is not warranted. Car also came back from dealership with an engine tick and tire grinding sound that it never had, dealership service manager said it's normal to get out of engine inspection when these sounds are new sounds that had never existed. Gas cap filler came cracked at time of purchase, car was taken to dealership for that replacement, car was brand new with this defect existing at time of purchase. Car leather seats are deteriorating, fading, peeling, chipping and cracking. Passenger side visor snapped off. Driving traction stability light comes on and off with out being switched on. Car feels like it has no shocks, car rides over small rode bump and feels like it ran into a big whole in the rode, when pavement is completely smooth, dealer says shocks are fine, but the car did not have this effect until it came out of service for the defective transfer case. *tr

Car was driving on highway then went into limp mode and started slowing down dangerously with cars behind me blowing horns and going round. *tr

Fax from (pa) 2006 jaguar xj8 has a defective fuel tank, jaguar has no plan to do anything until repair problem is devised. *ts *nm

Fuel tank leak of unknown origin considered to be a hazardous condition but with no plans for repair. Consumers have not been informed by company. Company knows about problem. *jb

2006 jaguar vdp l wb would not exceed over 10 mph and warning lights illuminated on the dash. Experienced two massive fuel leaks. *kb the dealer claimed they replaced a seal to fix the fuel leak, however 2 weeks later the fuel leak resurfaced. The dealer then stated the left fuel pump flange was still leaking and the fuel tank was warped. The problem with the vehicle not accelerating over 10 mph was due to a loose mass air flow sensor connector. The tire monitor was faulty. *jb

Car was parked in garage & gasoline spilled under the car damaging garage floor & smelling up the whole house & garage. Car was taken to dealer after we cleaned up the gas & got car out of garage. Dealer advised us that they checked with factory & there was a problem with gas tank and that they would have to order tank from a new manufacturer as the one on the auto had a problem. Still waiting 2 weeks later for car and dealer still cannot assure us that the new gas tank is from a different manufacturer. Jaguar knows that there are a lot of these tanks out there & they have not recalled them, they are waiting for something to happen so that the customer makes a complaint. This smacks of the way that ford company (which now owns jaguar) handled the pinto gas tank problem in the 60's. Someone is going to get hurt or killed. We feel that we could have lost our house due to the extreme gas spill in our garage or worse we could have been killed if it had exploded when we opened the garage door. This is a known problem and our dealer says they sold 60 of these cars this year and we are just 1 of the 2 problems they have had reported to them. I asked them if they were going to notify the owners of these 60 vehicles and they said they did not have a technical service bulletin on this

On may 5, 2006, when my new 2006 jaguar xj8 was in the garage of my residence, with mileage of 1,634, the automobile experienced a massive fuel leak literally flooding the floor of the garage. The car was taken into the dealership where the service department replaced a flange seal, performed an overnight test drive, and stated that the vehicle "operates as designed". Thereafter, on june 4, 2006, with mileage of 2,581, another massive fuel leak occurred and again the automobile was returned to the dealership for service. At this time the flange seal was again found to be leaking and the gas tank was found to be warped. On this occasion the flange was again replaced and the fuel tank was "renewed". When i first contacted jaguar toll-free roadside assistance number and advised them of the problem they stated that the situation was too dangerous for them to handle, and that instead i should contact my local fire department to come to remove and clean from the area any and all signs of gasoline. Learning that this would take hours, i opted not to do so although i now recognize that even by starting the vehicle, immersed as it was in gasoline, a destructive explosion (to life and property) could readily have occurred. *nm

Dt*: the contact stated after filling the vehicle with gas, a smelled gasoline was observed within the vehicle. Upon inspection, gasoline was observed running from underneath the vehicle. The fire department was alerted who determined the vehicle could not be towed because it was too dangerous. A representative from the dealer inspected the vehicle, cleaned the gasoline and then towed the vehicle to the dealership. The dealership determined the seals failed. The seals were repaired. The dealer determined the repaired seals could not be guaranteed. Updated 7/25/2006 - on july 7 2006 the consumer smelled the gas odor again. The dealer was contacted and they are currently looking for a new fuel tank to install in the vehicle. *nm *ak updated 8/25/2006 - *nm

I have had the car for only 19 months. Had all 4 tires blow out, replaced it in less then one year, then had two more replaced for thread issue. Due to the tires and alignment , had left fender incident and right fender incident. On the left incident was making a left turn on the highway when my car started pushing me to the left, the other car saw me coming in to her when , i couldn't stop it from pushing it's self more to the left. I reported this to my insurance, but they told me there was nothing i could do. So i was blamed for this incident. After that i went to the dealer and they gave me an alignment. They told me there was nothing they could do for the tires and the incident that was caused. They told me there not responsible for the tires. The right fender incident was the same thing. The driver saw that i was making a right turn with my right blinker on, car started swerving more to the right and we both hit each other. Cops came and told us both that he wouldn't file it as an accident, that we both had to report it to our insurance. Both incidents were never posted as accidents. I have noticed that no one wants to help me. Not my insurance not the dealer. I have been so frustrated with this car , it's a 2007 car . I have filed a complaint against the dealer, but there telling me i need to be realistic, how more realistic can i get. I'm scared to drive this car, but i have no choice i need to get to work. *tr

A discount tire letter was sent to customers saying that the dill air controls tire valves are defective and could cause accidents and fatal vehicle crashes. I can not find the discount tire corporation ceo listed in the letter with the state of texas comptroller's office or the dill air controls company either. Is the letter i received legitimate or just a sales gimmick? *tr

My wife and i were driving along i94 and an suddenly and light vibration from the front right tire, and soon after, i say the tire crossing the highway. The whole contact are of the tire rip off the walls of the tire. Completely gone. Only the two outer walls remain attached to the rim. Tires installed by our jaguar dealer and less than 10,000 miles. Continental contiprocontact 225/45 r17 91h dot p5ty pxh6 serial 50751 077449. Pictures of the failed tire available. Made in mexico. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jaguar xj type. The vehicle has two continental conti touring tires, line size 235/50/18 on the front of the vehicle. While driving at approximate speeds of 70 mph, the vehicle began to abnormally pull to the right. The dealer advised that the tread on the passengers side had separated and was causing the failure. The tire was replaced by the contacts spare tire, which was the same tire as the one that had failed. The failure mileage was approximately 34,900 and the current mileage was approximately 35,200. Updated 11/03/10 *lj

On two separate occasions in 2006 and 2007, oem continental touring tires 225/45r17 on my 2006 jaguar x-type sport sedan suffered spontaneous, catastrophic blow out failure under what should have been nominal operating conditions. {i-95, i-495, clear dry pavement, speed below 80 mph]. Since those events, remaining tires have exhibited sidewall bulging and other evidence of cord separation. Today (12/26/2008) while visiting safety website, learned of at least 50 similar spontaneous failures of same product, which is also oe tire on mercedes c300 and bmw 3 series sedans. This seems to be more than coincidence. *tr

Continental conti procontact tire - left front 2006 jaguar sportwagon x type-failed on masspike. Aaa rep observed that tread separated .no road hazard. Replacement purchased and tire described as failure in "workmanship" 20k . Left front failure was identical to right front tire failure 5 weeks b/4.thus 2 failure s at 20k miles and 19k miles. Fortunately going slow or could have been real problem. Replaced 2 tires at almost 200 a piece. One tire in my possession. *tr

2006 jaguar vdp l wb would not exceed over 10 mph and warning lights illuminated on the dash. Experienced two massive fuel leaks. *kb the dealer claimed they replaced a seal to fix the fuel leak, however 2 weeks later the fuel leak resurfaced. The dealer then stated the left fuel pump flange was still leaking and the fuel tank was warped. The problem with the vehicle not accelerating over 10 mph was due to a loose mass air flow sensor connector. The tire monitor was faulty. *jb

Tl*the contact owns a 2005 jaguar x-type with yokohama p225/45/r17 tires and dot cch8. The contact stated that the front driver side tire blew out while she was driving 10 mph. The manufacturer replaced the front left and front right tires because of the blisters on them. The tires were discontinued. The contact stated that the failure was a safety issue since she was driving at a higher speed, a fatal crash could have occurred. The contact was unaware of how many miles were on the tires. The current and failure mileages were 64,814.

I drive a 2005 jaguar xjr that has defective tires, pilot sport extra load. Michelin issued a recall in february 2006 at which time the tires were replaced. Subsequently, michelin notified the nhtsa that it was recalling these tires for a different problem. The tires are subject o a noticeable blister on the sidewall of the tire. My car currently has 3 tires that exhibited this very problem. I was afraid to drive my car for fear the tires would pop. On july 18 my greatest fear was realized and the tire did pop while i was driving on the washington, dc beltway. I arrived home safely and contacted michelin customer support to explain that i saw there was a recall on the consumer affairs website regarding the tires on my jaguar. The individual directed me to national tire and battery (ntb) to have the tires replaced. When the manager at nbt contacted michelin for authorization, he initially denied my claim. While i was at nbt the 2nd of 3 afflicted tires when flat. Michelin should be held responsible for cost associated with replacing these defective tires. I am responsible for 40% of the cost, which i deem very unfair. I hope someone will look into this very serious michelin pilot sport extra load tire issue. They are putting many of us in harm's way. There was another recall by michelin for the pilot sport extra load tires. *jb

During routine inspection while washing our sedan, tire and wheel damage was noted on passenger-side: front tire has a blister and two cuts where tire meets wheel, wheel is nicked in several places. Rear tire has one small cut where tire meets wheel and wheel is nicked in several places. No loss of air pressure occurred. These low profile tires appear suspectible to minor impact damage from road potholes. We cannot locate an identical replacement tire from area dealers.