Jaguar XJ complaints by model year
160 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2018 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 2016 | 8 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
| 2015 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 3 |
| 2014 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 2013 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 2012 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2011 | 18 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| 2008 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2006 | 17 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| 2005 | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| 2003 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 | 17 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| 1998 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 1997 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1995 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 1986 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1984 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →
Problem areas by model year
Complaints that name each component, 2008–2019. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.
| Component | 2008 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 0 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown or other | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power train | 0 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Air bags | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Jaguar XJ recalls (20)
Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one XJ model year, newest first.
| Campaign | Filed | What | Model years | Repaired |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20V557000 | Sep 12, 2020 | Frontal Air Bags May Deploy Improperly | 2010, 2011, 2017 | 33.3% |
| 19V039000 | Jan 17, 2019 | Crankshaft Pulley Bolt May Fracture | 2019 | 98.7% |
| 17V678000 | Oct 26, 2017 | Instrument Cluster Will Go Blank | 2016, 2017 | 94.6% |
| 17V394000 | Jun 22, 2017 | Incorrect Air Bag Deployment Calibration Settings | 2010, 2011 | 61.1% |
| 16V943000 | Dec 29, 2016 | Possible Front Passenger Air Bag Non-Deployment | 2016, 2017 | 100% |
| 15V037000 | Jan 27, 2015 | Incorrect Airbag Description in Handbook/FMVSS 208 | 2015 | 87% |
| 14V741000 | Nov 19, 2014 | Incorrect Torque of Brake Pipe Unions | 2014, 2015 | 97.3% |
| 14V673000 | Oct 27, 2014 | Electrical Short or Loss of Power Assist Steering | 2015 | 92.3% |
| 14V292000 | Jun 2, 2014 | Control Module Calibration Software/FMVSS 208 | 2013 | 97.1% |
| 14V157000 | Mar 31, 2014 | Rear Wheel Alignment Linkage Mounting Hardware | 2013, 2014 | 96% |
| 14V123000 | Mar 14, 2014 | Missing Certification Label/FMVSS 567 | 2013 | — |
| 10V578000 | Nov 12, 2010 | VEHICLES WIPER ARM DURABILITY | 2010, 2011 | — |
| 09V144000 | Apr 30, 2009 | UNDER FLOOR/REAR CROSS MEMBER BRAKE PIPE CORROSION | 2004 | — |
| 06V358000 | Sep 19, 2006 | FUEL TANK SEALS | 2006, 2007 | — |
| 06V018000 | Jan 25, 2006 | MOONROOF GLASS SHATTER | 2006 | — |
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.
Check on NHTSA ↗Fuel economy by model year
EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Where to next
Jaguar XJ FAQ
How many recalls has the Jaguar XJ had?
NHTSA lists 20 recall campaigns that cover at least one Jaguar XJ model year from 1984 to 2019. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.
Which Jaguar XJ year has the most complaints?
Among the last 15 model years with settled counts, the 2005 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (19) and the 2018 the fewest (1). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.
What are the most common Jaguar XJ problems?
Across the 2008–2019 model years, owners most often name the engine, electrical system, unknown or other in complaints filed with NHTSA.
What mpg does the Jaguar XJ get?
EPA rates the 2019 Jaguar XJ at 18 to 21 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.
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.