Is the Jaguar X-Type Reliable?
2002–2009 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints. Updated daily from federal safety databases.
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Jaguar X-Type Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 0 | 0 | 100 | Excellent |
| 2008 | 0 | 11 | 88 | Excellent |
| 2007 | 0 | 34 | 70 | Good |
| 2006 | 0 | 43 | 68 | Good |
| 2005 | 0 | 49 | 69 | Good |
| 2004 | 1 | 134 | 59 | Fair |
| 2003 | 2 | 90 | 50 | Fair |
| 2002 | 2 | 133 | 57 | Fair |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the X-Type Compares to Similar Vehicles
The X-Type scores exactly at the luxury average.
Known Jaguar X-Type Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 494 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Jaguar X-Type reliable?+
The Jaguar X-Type scores 70/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 8 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 5 recall campaigns and 494 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year X-Type is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2009 X-Type achieved the highest reliability score of 100/100 with 0 recalls and 0 complaints.
How many miles does a X-Type last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Jaguar X-Type owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used X-Type will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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