Jaguar S-Type Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability Report
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported injuries, and worst problem areas. Data sourced from federal safety databases and updated daily.
Own a Jaguar S-Type? Check your specific VIN for a full history report.
Jaguar S-Type — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Worst Component | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 0 | 13 | 2 | SERVICE BRAKES | Full report → |
| 2007Best | 1 | 6 | 0 | SERVICE BRAKES | Full report → |
| 2006 | 2 | 22 | 3 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | Full report → |
| 2005 | 3 | 90 | 3 | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | Full report → |
| 2004 | 4 | 25 | 3 | POWER TRAIN | Full report → |
| 2003Worst | 4 | 103 | 10 | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | Full report → |
Most Common S-Type Problems
Based on 259 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across recent model years.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Jaguar S-Type Reliability
What year S-Type has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2003 Jaguar S-Type had the highest combined complaint and recall count among recent model years — 103 complaints and 4 safety recalls. See the full 2003 report for details on specific defects.
Is the Jaguar S-Type reliable?
The Jaguar S-Type has accumulated 259 owner-filed complaints and 14 safety recalls across recent model years in NHTSA's national database. The 2007 model year stands out as having the fewest reported issues in recent data. Reliability varies significantly by year and individual vehicle history — always run a VIN check before purchasing any used S-Type.
What are the most common S-Type problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas for the Jaguar S-Type across recent model years are: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE (24 reports), FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (23 reports), VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL (19 reports), SERVICE BRAKES (16 reports). These are based on NHTSA complaints submitted directly by vehicle owners.
How do I check if my S-Type has an open recall?
You can check for open recalls on any Jaguar S-Type using the vehicle's 17-character VIN at VinCheckEngine.com. Our free VIN report pulls the latest NHTSA recall data along with accident history, odometer records, and other key information. Recalls on this page are model-level — a VIN check will confirm whether your specific vehicle's recall was remedied.
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