2000 Jaguar XJ Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Sep 4, 2020 · 13 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other XJ years
Far more complaints than other years 2nd of 21 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA about the 2000 Jaguar XJ. That ranks 2nd out of 21 XJ model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (4 complaints, 31%), typically at around 67,955 miles. Complaints mention 2 crashes, 1 fire. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

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

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Most common 2000 Jaguar XJ problems

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

Engine and Engine Cooling4 · ~67,955 mi
Vehicle Speed Control4 · ~58,293 mi
Air Bags1 · ~42,400 mi
Electrical System1
Power Train1 · ~42,909 mi
Seat Belts1
Unknown or Other1
Visibility1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine and Engine Cooling431%67,955——
Vehicle Speed Control431%58,293——
Air Bags18%42,400——
Electrical System18%———
Power Train18%42,909——
Seat Belts18%———
Unknown or Other18%———
Visibility18%———

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2010, with 3 complaints
2001: 1200112004: 1200412005: 2200522006: 1200612007: 2200722009: 1200912010: 3201032011: 1201112020: 120201

n = 13 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2000 Jaguar XJ recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2000 Jaguar XJ.

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Recent owner reports

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

I was on my way to a gig/job, while i was on the highway, going about 65 mph,the car starts to jerk and the car all of a sudden starts shutting down on me. I almost had a car accident when the car shut off completely. I had to pay for a tow back home since the car won't even start with a jumpstart…

Unknown or Other · received Sep 4, 2020 · NHTSA complaint 11353244

I have filed this compliant a couple of weeks ago, but it doesn't appear in the search, so i'm filing it again. I believe jaguar has a serious problem that should be addressed by a mandatory recall. My 2000 xj8 has been having surging problems for years and has gone into limp mode on numerous…

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Aug 10, 2011 · NHTSA complaint 10418468

2000 jaguar xj8 plastic timing chain tensioner broke. *tr

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Nov 15, 2010 · NHTSA complaint 10365875

Tl*the contact own a 2000 jaguar xj. The contact stated that the driver attempted to start the vehicle that was parked in his garage. The vehicle would not start. The contact stated that the driver and passenger smelled a slight burning odor after trying to start the vehicle. The vehicle was towed…

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Mar 5, 2010 · NHTSA complaint 10317111

The car is:jaguar year 2000 xjr 4.0l, w/supercharger with. I was driving on the pennsylvania turnpike at the speed limit when suddenly the engine started running at slow idle speed. The engine speed would not respond to the position of the accelerator pedal. I was told later by progressive auto…

Vehicle Speed Control · received Feb 15, 2010 · NHTSA complaint 10310594

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2000 Jaguar XJ?

Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, vehicle speed control, air bags problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 4 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2000 Jaguar XJ?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2000 Jaguar XJ a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other XJ model years, the 2000 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.