Jaguar X-Type Problems by Year
NHTSA has 315 owner complaints and 3 safety recalls on file for the Jaguar X-Type, across 7 model years (2001–2007). The 2002 model year has the most complaints (116). The most reported problem area overall is power train.
Jaguar X-Type years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical X-Type year: 2002, 2003, 2004. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2002 X-Type: 116 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2003 X-Type: 72 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2004 X-Type: 67 complaints, 1 recall
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2001 X-Type: 1 complaint, 1 recall
- 2007 X-Type: 13 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2006 X-Type: 21 complaints, 0 recalls
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 X-Type problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 89 | 6 | 6 |
| Tires | 43 | 6 | 4 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 40 | 6 | 14 |
| Air Bags | 31 | 6 | 15 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 27 | 6 | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 27 | 6 | 5 |
| Electrical System | 23 | 5 | 1 |
| Structure | 18 | 3 | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 17 | 5 | 1 |
| Steering | 14 | 5 | 2 |
| Suspension | 14 | 5 | 1 |
| Seats | 13 | 5 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 13 | 4 | 3 |
| Visibility | 13 | 4 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 12 | 5 | 2 |
| Wheels | 12 | 5 | 1 |
| Engine | 9 | 4 | 1 |
| Equipment | 8 | 4 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 8 | 3 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 7 | 3 | 1 |
| Parking Brake | 6 | 3 | 4 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Other | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Equipment Adaptive/mobility | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Electric | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Jaguar X-Type problems by model year
Problem areas with enough reports for their own page.
- 2002: power train (51)
All Jaguar X-Type model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 X-Type | 13 | 0 | — | Power Train | Far fewer complaints than other years |
| 2006 X-Type | 21 | 0 | — | Vehicle Speed Control | Far fewer complaints than other years |
| 2005 X-Type | 25 | 0 | — | Exterior Lighting | Fewer complaints than other years |
| 2004 X-Type | 67 | 1 | — | Power Train | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2003 X-Type | 72 | 2 | — | Power Train | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2002 X-Type | 116 | 2 | — | Power Train | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2001 X-Type | 1 | 1 | — | Steering |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Jaguar X-Type years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2002 (116), 2003 (72), 2004 (67) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical X-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 X-Type?
Power Train, with 89 complaints across 6 model years.
How many recalls does the Jaguar X-Type have?
3 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.