Recalls (2)
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2003 Jaguar X-Type. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗JAGUAR//PARKING BRAKE ADJUSTMENT FAILS
- Summary
- ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH LHD MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS, THE HAND BRAKE, WHICH APPLIES THE PARKING BRAKE, MAY NOT APPLY SUFFICIENT PRESSURE TO THE BRAKE PADS TO PREVENT THE VEHICLE FROM MOVING IF THE MANUAL TRANSMISSION WAS LEFT IN THE NEUTRAL POSITION. THE AUTOMATIC ADJUSTER WITHIN THE HAND BRAKE MAY NOT WORK PROPERLY CAUSING THE HAND BRAKE LEVER TO TRAVEL OUTSIDE THE RECOMMENDED RANGE.
- Consequence
- IF THE VEHICLE TRAVELS OUTSIDE THE RECOMMENDED RANGE, THE VEHICLE MAY ROLL AWAY AND A CRASH MAY OCCUR.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE EXISTING AUTOMATIC ADJUSTMENT HAND BRAKE LEVER SYSTEM ON THE AFFECTED VEHICLES WITH A MANUAL HAND BRAKE LEVER SYSTEM. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 14, 2005. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT JAGUAR AT 1-800-452-4827.
JAGUAR/DIRECTIONAL INDICATOR
- Summary
- ON CERTAIN PASSENGER SEDANS, THE POWER CIRCUIT WHICH FEEDS THE DIRECTION INDICATOR SYSTEM COULD FAIL. THIS COULD RESULT IN THE DRIVER BEING UNAWARE THAT THE EXTERNAL TURNING INDICATORS ARE NOT OPERATING BECAUSE THE INTERNAL "TELL-TAIL" LIGHT ON THE DRIVER'S INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTINUES TO WORK NORMALLY.
- Consequence
- THE LOSS OF REAR TURN SIGNALS COULD FAIL TO WARN A FOLLOWING DRIVER THAT THE VEHICLE IS TURNING AND COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE GENERAL ELECTRIC MODULE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN APRIL 1, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT JAGUAR AT 1-201-818-8500.
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Owner complaints (72)
72 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The power train is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 72 |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 15 | 20.8% |
| Tires | 13 | 18.1% |
| Air bags | 9 | 12.5% |
| Structure | 8 | 11.1% |
| Vehicle speed control | 8 | 11.1% |
| Service brakes | 7 | 9.7% |
| Electrical system | 6 | 8.3% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 6 | 8.3% |
| Steering | 6 | 8.3% |
| Wheels | 5 | 6.9% |
How 2003 compares with other X-Type years
Best and worst X-Type years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 1 | 1 |
| 2002 | 116 | 2 |
| 2003 | 72 | 2 |
| 2004 | 67 | 1 |
| 2005 | 25 | 0 |
| 2006 | 21 | 0 |
| 2007 | 13 | 0 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 20 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $4,100
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 444 g/mi
- EPA class
- Compact Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 20 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 25 / 20 | $4,100 | 444 |
| 2.5 L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 24 / 19 | $4,350 | 468 |
| 3 L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 23 / 19 | $4,350 | 468 |
| 3 L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 25 / 19 | $4,350 | 468 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2003 X-Type for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2003 Jaguar X-Type FAQ
How many recalls does the 2003 Jaguar X-Type have?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns: 04V487000 (brake), 03V011000 (lighting). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2003 Jaguar X-Type problems?
Owners filed 72 complaints with NHTSA. Power train (15), Tires (13), Air bags (9) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2003 Jaguar X-Type get?
EPA rates the 2.5 L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual version at 17 city, 25 highway and 20 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 2003 X-Type compare with other years?
Among the 2001–2007 Jaguar X-Type model years at least five years old, the 2001 drew the fewest complaints (1) and the 2002 the most (116). The 2003 drew 72. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.