2003 Jaguar XK Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other XK years
- Not enough data 12th of 19 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2003 Jaguar XK. That ranks 12th out of 19 XK model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is unknown or other (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 105,000 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2003 Jaguar XK problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 100% | 105,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2003 Jaguar XK recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Power train:automatic transmission
Problem: On certain passenger vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions, with the forward drive gear selected and the vehicle stationary or in a forward motion, the gearbox could potentially select reverse gear, without indication.
Risk: This failure could result in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will reprogram the transmission control module. The recall began on may 1, 2004. Owners should contact jaguar at 1-201-818-8500.
Exterior lighting:headlights
Problem: On certain vehicles, the headlamp adjustment mechanism may be operated without suitable instruction on either the mechanism or in the owner's manual. This does not meet the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Risk: An improperly aimed headlamp could provide less effective roadway illumination or could cause increased glare to oncoming vehicles.
Fix: Owners will be provided with an owner's manual addendum containing the necessary headlamp aiming instructions. Owner notification is expected to begin on january 6, 2004. Owners should contact jaguar at 1-800-452-4827.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Hydraulic fluid line burst controlling convertable top. Cant get parts to repair
Other Jaguar XK years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 XK | 2 | 2 |
| 2014 XK | 3 | 4 |
| 2013 XK | 2 | 4 |
| 2012 XK | 2 | 2 |
| 2011 XK | 3 | 2 |
| 2010 XK | 3 | 2 |
| 2009 XK | 2 | 1 |
| 2008 XK | 5 | 1 |
| 2007 XK | 15 | 1 |
| 2006 XK | 4 | 1 |
| 2005 XK | 4 | 0 |
| 2004 XK | 0 | 1 |
| 2003 | 1 | 2 |
| 2002 XK | 0 | 1 |
| 2001 XK | 0 | 1 |
| 2000 XK | 0 | 1 |
| 1999 XK | 0 | 1 |
| 1998 XK | 0 | 1 |
| 1997 XK | 0 | 1 |
See all Jaguar XK problems by year, every Jaguar model, or the Jaguar VIN decoder.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Jaguar XK?
Owners most often report unknown or other problems. The top one, unknown or other, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2003 Jaguar XK?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2003 Jaguar XK a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other XK model years, the 2003 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.