2006 Jaguar XJ Sedan Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jun 28, 2017 · 6 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other XJ Sedan years
Not enough data 2nd of 5 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA about the 2006 Jaguar XJ Sedan. That ranks 2nd out of 5 XJ Sedan model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is fuel system, gasoline (3 complaints, 50%), typically at around 2,067 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.

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

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Most common 2006 Jaguar XJ Sedan problems

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

Fuel System, Gasoline3 · ~2,067 mi
Engine1 · ~75,000 mi
Fuel/propulsion System1 · ~75,000 mi
Power Train1 · ~75,000 mi
Tires1 · ~34,900 mi
Unknown or Other1 · ~30 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Fuel System, Gasoline350%2,067——
Engine117%75,000——
Fuel/propulsion System117%75,000——
Power Train117%75,000——
Tires117%34,900——
Unknown or Other117%30——

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2006, with 3 complaints
2006: 3200632010: 2201022017: 120171

n = 6 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2006 Jaguar XJ Sedan recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2006 Jaguar XJ Sedan.

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NHTSA defect investigations

  • Fuel tank leakage (PE06030) — opened Aug 16, 2006, closed Oct 18, 2006, led to recall 06V358000.

Recent owner reports

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

While stopped in the road waiting for another car. With foot on brake, the car suddenly goes full throttle. Driver has both feet applied on the brake and the car still moves forward burning rubber, and then after a few seconds it goes back to idle. The car does this once or twice a year, the last…

Engine · received Jun 28, 2017 · NHTSA complaint 11001980

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jaguar xj type. The vehicle has two continental conti touring tires, line size 235/50/18 on the front of the vehicle. While driving at approximate speeds of 70 mph, the vehicle began to abnormally pull to the right. The dealer advised that the tread on the passengers…

Tires · received May 18, 2010 · NHTSA complaint 10330970

I drive a 2006 jaguar xje sedan and have had problems 4 times with sudden acceleration when i come to a stop sign. I step on the brake and as the car comes to a stop it suddently accelerates. I have had to practically stand on the brake pedal to keep the car from going into the intersection with…

Unknown or Other · received Feb 8, 2010 · NHTSA complaint 10307442

Fuel tank leak of unknown origin considered to be a hazardous condition but with no plans for repair. Consumers have not been informed by company. Company knows about problem. *jb

Fuel System, Gasoline · received Sep 12, 2006 · NHTSA complaint 10168085

On may 5, 2006, when my new 2006 jaguar xj8 was in the garage of my residence, with mileage of 1,634, the automobile experienced a massive fuel leak literally flooding the floor of the garage. The car was taken into the dealership where the service department replaced a flange seal, performed an…

Fuel System, Gasoline · received Aug 4, 2006 · NHTSA complaint 10164555

Other Jaguar XJ Sedan years

← 2005 XJ Sedan · 2008 XJ Sedan →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2011 XJ Sedan20
2008 XJ Sedan10
200660
2005 XJ Sedan130
2000 XJ Sedan40

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Jaguar XJ Sedan?

Owners most often report fuel system, gasoline, engine, fuel/propulsion system problems. The top one, fuel system, gasoline, accounts for 3 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2006 Jaguar XJ Sedan?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2006 Jaguar XJ Sedan a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other XJ Sedan model years, the 2006 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.