Jaguar X-Type problems and known issues

By CarWhere Research · Updated

The X-Type’s largest recall covers about 49,174 2002–2003 sedans whose turn signal power circuit could fail while the dashboard indicator kept working (03V-011). 2002–2003 manual-transmission cars have a hand brake adjuster recall (04V-487), and 2004 cars a fuel filler cap seal recall (04V-460).

CarWhere lists 3 documented X-Type issues, including 3 NHTSA safety recalls, each with affected years, powertrains, symptoms, pre-purchase checks and a source. Recall entries come from NHTSA's recall dataset on the DOT open-data portal, which may not list every campaign, so run the specific VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup.

X-Type generations at a glance

Jaguar X-Type generations and the known issues listed for each
GenerationModel yearsIssues on this page
X4002002–2008Turn signals may fail while the dash indicator still works (recall 03V-011) · Manual-transmission hand brake may not hold (recall 04V-487) · Fuel filler cap can be over-tightened and leak in a rollover (recall 04V-460)

X400 X-Type problems (2002–2008)

Turn signals may fail while the dash indicator still works (recall 03V-011) (2002–2003)

Safety recall
Generation:
X400 (2002–2008) – 2002–2003
Years:
2002–2003
Powertrain:
All

Recall 03V-011 covers about 49,174 sedans, including 2002–2003 X-Type models, whose turn signal power circuit could fail while the dashboard indicator kept flashing, so the driver would not know the outside signals were out. Dealers replace the general electronic module.

Symptoms

  • Outside turn signals not working

Check before buying

  • Run the VIN through NHTSA’s recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
  • Walk around the car with the hazards on

NHTSA recall: 03V011000 (2003-01) · 49,174 vehicles in the campaign

Sources: [1][2]

Manual-transmission hand brake may not hold (recall 04V-487) (2002–2003)

Safety recall
Generation:
X400 (2002–2008) – 2002–2003 manual
Years:
2002–2003
Powertrain:
Manual transmission

Recall 04V-487 covers about 3,856 2002–2003 X-Type models with manual transmissions whose automatic hand brake adjuster may not work, so the parking brake may not hold the car in neutral. Dealers fit a manual-adjust hand brake lever.

Symptoms

  • Car creeps with the hand brake on

Check before buying

  • Run the VIN through NHTSA’s recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
  • Test the hand brake on a slope

NHTSA recall: 04V487000 (2004-10) · 3,856 vehicles in the campaign

Sources: [3][2]

Fuel filler cap can be over-tightened and leak in a rollover (recall 04V-460) (2004)

Safety recall
Generation:
X400 (2002–2008) – 2004
Years:
2004
Powertrain:
All

Recall 04V-460 covers about 1,147 2004 X-Type models whose fuel filler cap can be over-tightened and seal poorly, letting fuel leak in a rollover. Dealers fit better cap seals.

Symptoms

  • None in normal driving

Check before buying

  • Run the VIN through NHTSA’s recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
  • Ask the seller for Jaguar dealer repair orders showing the recall work

NHTSA recall: 04V460000 (2004-09) · 1,147 vehicles in the campaign

Sources: [4][2]

Related X-Type research

This page explains specific mechanical issues and recalls. Which model years drew the most owner complaints relative to the rest of the model’s history is answered in the years-to-avoid research where CarWhere publishes it.

Confirm how a X-Type was built before you buy.

Engine, transmission and packages decide which of these issues apply. The CarWhere Jaguar build sheet reconstructs factory colors, options and packages from licensed VIN-level build data — availability is checked free, and it is $9.99 only when detailed build data is found for that VIN.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common Jaguar X-Type problems?

NHTSA recalls cover 2002–2003 turn signals that could fail without warning, a 2002–2003 manual-transmission hand brake adjuster and a 2004 fuel filler cap seal.

Is a used Jaguar X-Type a good buy?

At this age, condition and service records matter more than the model. Confirm the recalls above were done and get a pre-purchase inspection.

How do I check if an X-Type recall was done?

Enter the 17-character VIN in NHTSA’s recall lookup and ask the seller for dealer repair orders.

Sources

Issue descriptions are CarWhere’s own summaries of the sources below. Repair costs are shown only where a source states them and vary by shop and region.

  1. NHTSA recall 03V-011: Jaguar/Directional Indicator (DOT recall dataset record) — U.S. DOT / NHTSA (data.transportation.gov)
  2. DOT/NHTSA recall dataset (6axg-epim): all Jaguar recalls (Jaguar Land Rover North America, Jaguar Cars) — U.S. DOT / NHTSA (data.transportation.gov)
  3. NHTSA recall 04V-487: Jaguar//Parking Brake Adjustment Fails (DOT recall dataset record) — U.S. DOT / NHTSA (data.transportation.gov)
  4. NHTSA recall 04V-460: Jaguar/Fuel Filler Caps (DOT recall dataset record) — U.S. DOT / NHTSA (data.transportation.gov)

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