For the aluminum X351 XJ (2010–2019), the recalls to confirm are 2010–2011 wiper arm fixings and air bag control software (10V-578, 17V-394, 20V-557), 2014–2015 brake line junctions that can leak (14V-741), and 2013–2014 rear toe links (14V-157). Older X350/X358 cars (2004–2009) have recalls for fuel tank seals, a 2006 moonroof bar and transmission faults.
CarWhere lists 10 documented XJ issues, including 10 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.
XJ generations at a glance
Jaguar XJ generations and the known issues listed for each
Brake line junctions may leak brake fluid (recall 14V-741) (2014–2015)
Safety recall
Generation:
X351 (2010–2019) – 2014–2015
Years:
2014–2015
Powertrain:
All
Recall 14V-741 covers about 1,571 2014–2015 XJ models built February–July 2014 whose underbody brake line junctions may not be torqued correctly and can leak fluid, lengthening stopping distances. Dealers inspect and tighten the junctions.
Symptoms
Soft brake pedal
Brake fluid warning
Check before buying
Run the VIN through NHTSA’s recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
Check under the car for brake fluid at the line unions
NHTSA recall:14V741000 (2014-11) · 1,571 vehicles in the campaign
Wiper arms may loosen and detach (recall 10V-578) (2010–2011)
Safety recall
Generation:
X351 (2010–2019) – 2010–2011
Years:
2010–2011
Powertrain:
All
Recall 10V-578 covers about 6,475 2010–2011 XJ models whose front wiper arm nuts were not torqued to specification, so the arms can lose sync, clash and detach. Dealers refit and torque the arms.
Symptoms
Wipers out of sync or clashing
Check before buying
Run the VIN through NHTSA’s recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
Run the wipers at all speeds on the test drive
NHTSA recall:10V578000 (2010-11) · 6,475 vehicles in the campaign
Air bag control software may be set incorrectly (recall 17V-394) (2010–2011)
Safety recall
Generation:
X351 (2010–2019) – 2010–2011
Years:
2010–2011
Powertrain:
All
Recall 17V-394 covers about 4,926 2010–2011 XJ models: if a restraint control module update fails during service, default air bag calibration may be wrong and the air bags may not deploy as intended. Recall 20V-557 later covered 12 2010–2011 and 2017 XJs for related module software. Dealers update the module.
Symptoms
Air bag warning light
Check before buying
Run the VIN through NHTSA’s recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
Confirm both 17V-394 and 20V-557 where they apply
NHTSA recall:17V394000 (2017-06) · 4,926 vehicles in the campaign
Rear toe links can separate from the subframe (recall 14V-157) (2013–2014)
Safety recall
Generation:
X351 (2010–2019) – 2013–2014
Years:
2013–2014
Powertrain:
All
Recall 14V-157 covers about 297 2013–2014 XJ, XF and XK models whose rear toe links can separate from the subframe, reducing stability. Dealers replace the toe-link nut and washer assembly.
Symptoms
Clunk from the rear suspension
Car wanders
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:14V157000 (2014-03) · 297 vehicles in the campaign
Instrument cluster may go blank (recall 17V-678) (2016–2017)
Safety recall
Generation:
X351 (2010–2019) – 2016–2017
Years:
2016–2017
Powertrain:
All
Recall 17V-678 covers about 7,036 Jaguars, including 2016–2017 XJ models, whose instrument cluster can intermittently go blank. Dealers update the software.
Symptoms
Instrument cluster screen blanks out while driving
Check before buying
Run the VIN through NHTSA’s recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
Watch the cluster through a full test drive
NHTSA recall:17V678000 (2017-10) · 7,036 vehicles in the campaign
Crankshaft pulley bolt may fracture — V6/V8 (recall 19V-039) (2019)
Safety recall
Generation:
X351 (2010–2019) – 2019
Years:
2019
Powertrain:
V6 and V8 gasoline
Recall 19V-039 covers about 443 2019 F-PACE, F-TYPE and XJ models with V6 or V8 gas engines whose crankshaft pulley bolt may fracture, which can lead to engine failure. Dealers replace the bolt.
Symptoms
Noise from the front of the engine
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:19V039000 (2019-01) · 443 vehicles in the campaign
Fuel tank seals may not be retained — fuel smell, leak (recall 06V-358) (2006–2007)
Safety recall
Generation:
X350/X358 (2004–2009) – 2006–2007
Years:
2006–2007
Powertrain:
All
Recall 06V-358 covers about 6,199 Jaguar sedans, including 2006–2007 XJ models, whose fuel tank module seals may not be retained. That can light the check-engine lamp or cause a fuel smell, and fuel can leak when the tank is full. Dealers replace the fuel tank.
Symptoms
Fuel smell after filling up
Check-engine light
Check before buying
Run the VIN through NHTSA’s recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
Treat any fuel smell as urgent before purchase
NHTSA recall:06V358000 (2006-09) · 6,199 vehicles in the campaign
Moonroof glass may shatter (recall 06V-018) (2006)
Safety recall
Generation:
X350/X358 (2004–2009) – 2006
Years:
2006
Powertrain:
All
Recall 06V-018 covers about 2,675 sedans with moonroofs, including 2006 XJ models, whose moonroof reinforcement bar was assembled so it can touch the glass; closing a door or a hard bump can shatter the glass. Dealers replace the moonroof.
Symptoms
Cracked or crazed moonroof glass
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:06V018000 (2006-01) · 2,675 vehicles in the campaign
Transmission may select reverse without warning (recall 04V-024) (2004)
Safety recall
Generation:
X350/X358 (2004–2009) – 2004
Years:
2004
Powertrain:
Automatic transmission
Recall 04V-024 covers about 31,731 Jaguars with automatic transmissions, including 2004 XJ models: with Drive selected, the gearbox could select reverse without any indication. Dealers reprogram the transmission control module.
Symptoms
Unexpected gear engagement
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:04V024000 (2004-01) · 31,731 vehicles in the campaign
Park may not engage — parking pawl guide plate (recall 05V-503) (2006)
Safety recall
Generation:
X350/X358 (2004–2009) – 2006
Years:
2006
Powertrain:
Automatic transmission
Recall 05V-503 covers about 493 sedans, including 2006 XJ models, built with an incorrectly made parking pawl guide plate, so the car may not hold in Park even when the indicator shows P. Dealers replace the plate.
Symptoms
Car rolls in Park
Check before buying
Run the VIN through NHTSA’s recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
Test Park on a slope with the parking brake off
NHTSA recall:05V503000 (2005-11) · 493 vehicles in the campaign
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.
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For the 2010–2019 X351, recalls cover wiper arms and air bag control software (2010–2011), brake line junction leaks (2014–2015), rear toe links (2013–2014) and a blanking instrument cluster (2016–2017). Older 2004–2009 XJs have fuel tank seal, moonroof and transmission recalls.
Does the 2014–2015 Jaguar XJ have a brake recall?
Yes. Recall 14V-741 covers about 1,571 2014–2015 XJs whose underbody brake line junctions can leak brake fluid. Dealers inspect and tighten them.
What is the difference between the X350 and X351 XJ?
The X350 (with the X358 update) is the 2004–2009 XJ; the X351 is the redesigned 2010–2019 car. Recalls and known issues differ by generation, so check which one a listing is.
How do I check if an XJ recall was done?
Enter the 17-character VIN in NHTSA’s recall lookup and ask the seller for Jaguar 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.
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