2001 Jaguar XKR Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jun 24, 2010 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other XKR years
Not enough data 3rd of 4 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2001 Jaguar XKR. That ranks 3rd out of 4 XKR model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is service brakes, hydraulic (2 complaints, 100%), typically at around 77,995 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash. 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 2001 Jaguar XKR problems

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

Service Brakes, Hydraulic2 · ~77,995 mi
Latches/locks/linkages1 · ~77,995 mi
Structure1 · ~77,995 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Service Brakes, Hydraulic2100%77,995——
Latches/locks/linkages150%77,995——
Structure150%77,995——

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2008, with 1 complaints
2008: 1200812010: 120101

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2001 Jaguar XKR recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2001 Jaguar XKR.

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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.

Re: [xxx] jaguar 2001 xkr # [xxx] dear sir; my 2001 xkr is leaking hydraulic fluid at the roof latch for the second time. It leaks hydraulic fluid on the driver and passenger when driving down the highway. The fluid escapes from an area by the garage door opener. It is leaking from a defective…

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · received Jun 24, 2010 · NHTSA complaint 10339930

2001 jaguar xkr with potential abs system failure. Consumer states that this failure could cause loss of control if in an accident. Consumer experienced and accident in which he lost control of the vehicle. *kb the consumer stated he was forced to panic brake to avoid another vehicle that suddenly…

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · received Apr 18, 2008 · NHTSA complaint 10225141

Other Jaguar XKR years

2002 XKR →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2010 XKR30
2007 XKR21
2002 XKR30
200120

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Jaguar XKR?

Owners most often report service brakes, hydraulic, latches/locks/linkages, structure problems. The top one, service brakes, hydraulic, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2001 Jaguar XKR?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2001 Jaguar XKR a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other XKR model years, the 2001 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.