Jaguar XJ Sedan Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jun 28, 2017 · 26 owner complaints analyzed

Years with far more complaints than usual:

NHTSA has 26 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Jaguar XJ Sedan, across 5 model years (2000–2011). The 2005 model year has the most complaints (13). The most reported problem area overall is engine and engine cooling.

Peak: 2005, with 13 complaints
2000: 4200042005: 132005132006: 6200662008: 1200812011: 220112

n = 26 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Jaguar XJ Sedan years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical XJ Sedan year: 2005. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2005 XJ Sedan: 13 complaints, 0 recalls
  2. 2006 XJ Sedan: 6 complaints, 0 recalls
  3. 2000 XJ Sedan: 4 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 XJ Sedan problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Engine and Engine Cooling630
Electrical System430
Fuel System, Gasoline420
Power Train430
Air Bags221
Tires220
Electronic Stability Control (esc)110
Engine110
Equipment110
Exterior Lighting110
Fuel/propulsion System110
Parking Brake110
Structure110
Vehicle Speed Control110

All Jaguar XJ Sedan model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2011 XJ Sedan20—Electrical System
2008 XJ Sedan10—Air Bags
2006 XJ Sedan60—Fuel System, Gasoline
2005 XJ Sedan130—Engine and Engine CoolingFar more complaints than other years
2000 XJ Sedan40—Engine and Engine Cooling

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Frequently asked questions

Which Jaguar XJ Sedan years should you stay away from?

By NHTSA complaints, 2005 (13) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical XJ Sedan 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 Sedan?

Engine and Engine Cooling, with 6 complaints across 3 model years.

How many recalls does the Jaguar XJ Sedan have?

0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.