Jaguar XJ Problems by Year
Jaguar XJ years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical XJ year: 2000, 2004, 2011, 2014. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
Model years with the fewest complaints
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 XJ problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 22 | 10 | 2 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 18 | 10 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 16 | 6 | 3 |
| Electrical System | 14 | 9 | 2 |
| Power Train | 14 | 10 | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 8 | 7 | 2 |
| Air Bags | 7 | 5 | 6 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 7 | 6 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 7 | 5 | 1 |
| Suspension | 7 | 5 | 0 |
| Visibility | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 6 | 4 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 6 | 4 | 0 |
| Structure | 6 | 6 | 1 |
| Wheels | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| Steering | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Tires | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 3 | 3 | 1 |
| Parking Brake | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Equipment | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Traction Control System | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Jaguar XJ model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 XJ | 1 | 1 | — | Power Train | |
| 2018 XJ | 1 | 0 | — | Engine | |
| 2017 XJ | 2 | 3 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2016 XJ | 8 | 2 | — | Unknown or Other | |
| 2015 XJ | 7 | 3 | — | Unknown or Other | |
| 2014 XJ | 12 | 2 | — | Engine | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2013 XJ | 8 | 3 | — | Engine | |
| 2012 XJ | 7 | 0 | — | Engine | |
| 2011 XJ | 16 | 3 | — | Engine | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2010 XJ | 0 | 3 | — | — | |
| 2008 XJ | 6 | 0 | — | Vehicle Speed Control | |
| 2007 XJ | 4 | 1 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2006 XJ | 11 | 3 | — | Fuel System, Gasoline | More complaints than other years |
| 2005 XJ | 6 | 0 | — | Exterior Lighting | |
| 2004 XJ | 13 | 3 | — | Vehicle Speed Control | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2003 XJ | 2 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 2002 XJ | 2 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 2000 XJ | 13 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | Far more complaints than other years |
| 1998 XJ | 11 | 1 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | More complaints than other years |
| 1997 XJ | 1 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 1995 XJ | 1 | 1 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Jaguar XJ years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2000 (13), 2004 (13), 2011 (16), 2014 (12) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical XJ 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 XJ?
Engine, with 22 complaints across 10 model years.
How many recalls does the Jaguar XJ have?
20 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.