Jaguar XKR Problems by Year
NHTSA has 10 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the Jaguar XKR, across 4 model years (2001–2010). The 2010 model year has the most complaints (3). The most reported problem area overall is service brakes, hydraulic.
Jaguar XKR years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No XKR model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most 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 XKR problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Structure | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Engine | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Jaguar XKR model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 XKR | 3 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2007 XKR | 2 | 1 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2002 XKR | 3 | 0 | — | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | |
| 2001 XKR | 2 | 0 | — | Service Brakes, Hydraulic |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Jaguar XKR years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2010 (3), 2002 (3), 2007 (2). 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 XKR?
Service Brakes, Hydraulic, with 4 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Jaguar XKR have?
1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.