Recalls (3)
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2011 Jaguar XJ. 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 ↗Frontal Air Bags May Deploy Improperly
- Summary
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2010-2011 and 2017 XJ vehicles. The Restraint Control Module (RCM) software may cause the frontal air bags to deploy improperly in the event of a frontal impact crash.
- Consequence
- Failure of the air bags to deploy properly increases the risk of injury in a crash.
- Remedy
- Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will update the RCM software, free of charge. The recall began October 7, 2020. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-369-1000. Jaguar's number for this recall is H294.
Incorrect Air Bag Deployment Calibration Settings
- Summary
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2010-2011 XJ vehicles. If, while servicing the vehicle, the vehicle does not successfully receive an update to the Restraint Control Module (RCM) software, the default air bag calibration settings may be incorrect.
- Consequence
- In the event of a crash, the incorrect calibration may not activate the air bag deployment as intended, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will update the RCM with the latest software, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2017. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H034.
VEHICLES WIPER ARM DURABILITY
- Summary
- JAGUAR IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010-2011 XJ VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 28, 2009, THROUGH NOVEMBER 3, 2010. THE FRONT WIPER ARMS TO SPINDLE FIXINGS WERE NOT TORQUED TO SPECIFICATION DURING MANUFACTURING. AS A RESULT, THE SECURING NUTS COULD FAIL TO PERFORM AS INTENDED, RESULTING IN A LOSS OF WIPER ARM SYNCHRONIZATION AND A CLASH OF THE WIPER ARMS.
- Consequence
- IF THE WIPER ARMS LOSE SYNCHRONIZATION AND CLASH, THEY COULD DETACH FROM THE VEHICLE, REDUCING A DRIVER'S VISIBILITY AND INCREASING THE RISK OF CRASH.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL ENSURE THE WIPER ARMS ARE FITTED SECURELY ONTO THE SPINDLE AND THE SECURING NUTS WILL BE TIGHTENED TO THE CORRECT TORQUE. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE DECEMBER 13, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT JAGUAR AT 1-800-637-6837.
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Owner complaints (18)
18 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The electrical system is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 18 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 7 | 38.9% |
| Engine | 6 | 33.3% |
| Air bags | 3 | 16.7% |
| Power train | 3 | 16.7% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 2 | 11.1% |
| Electronic stability control | 1 | 5.6% |
| Fuel system | 1 | 5.6% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 5.6% |
| Parking brake | 1 | 5.6% |
| Service brakes | 1 | 5.6% |
How 2011 compares with other XJ years
Best and worst XJ years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 19 | 0 |
| 2006 | 17 | 3 |
| 2007 | 4 | 1 |
| 2008 | 7 | 0 |
| 2011 | 18 | 3 |
| 2012 | 7 | 0 |
| 2013 | 8 | 3 |
| 2014 | 12 | 2 |
| 2015 | 7 | 3 |
| 2016 | 8 | 2 |
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 19 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $4,350
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 468 g/mi
- EPA class
- Large Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 19 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 L 8-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 23 / 19 | $4,350 | 468 |
| 5 L 8-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 22 / 18 | $4,550 | 494 |
| 5 L 8-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 21 / 17 | $4,850 | 523 |
| 5 L 8-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 21 / 17 | $4,850 | 523 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2011 XJ 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
2011 Jaguar XJ FAQ
How many recalls does the 2011 Jaguar XJ have?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns: 20V557000 (air bag), 17V394000 (air bag), 10V578000 (visibility). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2011 Jaguar XJ problems?
Owners filed 18 complaints with NHTSA. Electrical system (7), Engine (6), Air bags (3) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2011 Jaguar XJ get?
EPA rates the 5 L 8-cyl · 6-speed automatic version at 16 city, 23 highway and 19 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 2011 XJ compare with other years?
Among the 2005–2016 Jaguar XJ model years at least five years old, the 2007 drew the fewest complaints (4) and the 2005 the most (19). The 2011 drew 18. 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.