2006 Jaguar S-Type Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jan 3, 2025 · 17 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other S-Type years
Far fewer complaints than other years 7th of 9 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 17 complaints with NHTSA about the 2006 Jaguar S-Type. That ranks 7th out of 9 S-Type model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (6 complaints, 35%), typically at around 32,000 miles. Complaints mention 5 crashes, 2 fires, 3 injuries. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.

Jaguar S-Type
Jaguar S-Type 4,2 V8 R. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: Rudolf Stricker, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2006 Jaguar S-Type problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Electrical System6 · ~32,000 mi
Fuel/propulsion System3 · ~55,500 mi
Fuel System, Gasoline3 · ~25,100 mi
Power Train3 · ~100,000 mi
Service Brakes3 · ~100,000 mi
Electronic Stability Control (esc)2 · ~69,500 mi
Engine1
Engine and Engine Cooling1 · ~8,200 mi
Seat Belts1 · ~51,000 mi
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1 · ~28,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System635%32,000——
Fuel/propulsion System318%55,500——
Fuel System, Gasoline318%25,100——
Power Train318%100,000——
Service Brakes318%100,000——
Electronic Stability Control (esc)212%69,500——
Engine16%———
Engine and Engine Cooling16%8,200——
Seat Belts16%51,000——
Service Brakes, Hydraulic16%28,000——
Structure16%———
Vehicle Speed Control16%108,000——
Wheels16%28,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2009, with 3 complaints
2006: 1200612009: 3200932010: 3201032011: 2201122012: 1201212013: 1201312015: 3201532018: 1201812023: 1202312025: 120251

n = 17 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2006 Jaguar S-Type recalls (1)

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Power train:automatic transmission:gear position indication (prndl)Nov 1, 2005 · NHTSA campaign 05V503000 · 493 vehicles

Problem: Certain sedans may have been built with an incorrectly manufactured automatic transmission parking pawl guide plate.

Risk: Consequently 'park' may not engage when the lever in the vehicle is moved to 'park" and all indicators show 'park' position is achieved.

Fix: Dealers will replace the parking pawl guide plate free of charge. The recall began november 22, 2005. Owners may contact jaguar at 1-800-452-4827.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

The contact owns a 2006 Jaguar S-Type. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH, the transmission erroneously shifted into reverse. The contact had assumed that the parking brake had engaged. The contact depressed the brake pedal and restarted the vehicle. The was driven forward but unintendedly…

Power Train · received Jan 3, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11633906

Tune up does not last for more than 1 year. It is completely destroyed even when everything is replaced brand new. It is a huge fire hazard. Everything is cooked like a furnace. Mechanics are not willing to put the effort in doing tune ups and repairs. I do a tune up on the Car once a year. I…

Electrical System · received Jan 28, 2023 · NHTSA complaint 11504248

Bought car on friday(7/20/18). Upon arriving home and after getting acquainted and accustomed to car, detected the following problems that i was unable to detect during test drive. After reviewing car fax report and dmv car info, was aware of car history, after verifying carfax indicated they would…

Service Brakes · received Jul 21, 2018 · NHTSA complaint 11112876

FOLLOWING WAS SENT TO US CUSTOMS. I'M AT RISK IN THIS CAR, BY JAGUAR DESIGN ERROR-AND REFUSAL TO CORRECT THE ERROR. [XXX] IN MY CASE THE CAR SUDDENLY AND SPONTANEOUSLY, WITHOUT APPARENT REASON, WENT INTO WHAT JAGUAR CALLS 'LIMP HOME' MODE, A WALKING PACE. FORTUNATELY IT HAPPENED ON AN URBAN…

Electrical System · received Dec 29, 2015 · NHTSA complaint 10816781

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jaguar s-type. The contact stated that while driving at 30 mph, the rear brakes seized without warning. The contact noticed the parking brake warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the parking brake control…

Service Brakes · received Oct 5, 2015 · NHTSA complaint 10779744

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Jaguar S-Type?

Owners most often report electrical system, fuel/propulsion system, fuel system, gasoline problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 6 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2006 Jaguar S-Type?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2006 Jaguar S-Type a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other S-Type model years, the 2006 has far fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.