Jaguar S-Type Problems by Year
NHTSA has 483 owner complaints and 8 safety recalls on file for the Jaguar S-Type, across 9 model years (2000–2008). The 2000 model year has the most complaints (141). The most reported problem area overall is power train.
Jaguar S-Type years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical S-Type year: 2000, 2001, 2003, 2005. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2000 S-Type: 141 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2003 S-Type: 100 complaints, 3 recalls
- 2005 S-Type: 85 complaints, 2 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2007 S-Type: 5 complaints, 1 recall
- 2008 S-Type: 7 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2006 S-Type: 17 complaints, 1 recall
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Jaguar S-Type problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 95 | 9 | 3 |
| Suspension | 61 | 6 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 53 | 9 | 5 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 46 | 8 | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 45 | 7 | 17 |
| Visibility | 37 | 5 | 2 |
| Air Bags | 34 | 6 | 16 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 32 | 6 | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 32 | 6 | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 28 | 6 | 3 |
| Parking Brake | 26 | 4 | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 23 | 6 | 4 |
| Steering | 16 | 6 | 3 |
| Exterior Lighting | 15 | 4 | 2 |
| Tires | 15 | 7 | 0 |
| Engine | 14 | 6 | 2 |
| Equipment | 14 | 4 | 1 |
| Wheels | 13 | 8 | 2 |
| Seat Belts | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Structure | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Air | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 4 | 3 | 2 |
| Seats | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Other | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Jaguar S-Type model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 S-Type | 7 | 0 | — | Service Brakes | |
| 2007 S-Type | 5 | 1 | — | Service Brakes | |
| 2006 S-Type | 17 | 1 | — | Electrical System | Far fewer complaints than other years |
| 2005 S-Type | 85 | 2 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2004 S-Type | 25 | 3 | — | Power Train | Far fewer complaints than other years |
| 2003 S-Type | 100 | 3 | — | Vehicle Speed Control | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2002 S-Type | 24 | 1 | — | Power Train | Far fewer complaints than other years |
| 2001 S-Type | 79 | 2 | — | Suspension | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2000 S-Type | 141 | 2 | — | Power Train | Far more complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Jaguar S-Type years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2000 (141), 2001 (79), 2003 (100), 2005 (85) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical S-Type year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Jaguar S-Type?
Power Train, with 95 complaints across 9 model years.
How many recalls does the Jaguar S-Type have?
8 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.