2000 Jaguar S-type: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2000 Jaguar S-type: 2 recalls, 141 owner complaints and up to 19 mpg combined.
Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer, plus 2 equipment/tire recalls that can apply. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Seat belts Vehicle recall #00V228004 · 2000 · 5,477 vehicles
What's wrong: The buckle base of these seat belt assemblies were not properly heat treated and therefore do not pass the load bearing requirement of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 209, "seat belt assemblies."
Why it matters: In the event of a vehicle crash, the occupant May not be properly restrained.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and change, if necessary, the seat belt buckles.
Suspension Vehicle recall #00V359002 · 2000 · 38,681 vehicles
What's wrong: The front suspension lower ball joints were not tightened to specifications when they were attached to the lower control arms.
Why it matters: If the ball joint attaching nuts are not adequately tightened, they can loosen and ultimately, result in fracture of the ball joint stud. If the ball joint fractures, control of the vehicle could be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the torque on the two ball joint attaching nuts. Vehicles with loose ball joint attaching nuts will either have the fasteners tightened to specification, or if necessary, the ball joints will be replaced.
2 aftermarket equipment / tire recalls replacement parts sold to fit this car, not the car itself
Fuel system Equipment recall #06E043000 · 2006 · 88,303 vehicles
What's wrong: Certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n g3727, with date codes x52911 through x60801 sequentially or x600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing manufactured from October 18, 2005, through March 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses. (to see the school bus engine sizes, click on "document search" and then "bus applications"). The…
Why it matters: This condition May cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak. In the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.
The fix: Honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. The recall began on October 18, 2006.
Fuel system Equipment recall #06E056000 · 2006 · 58,640 vehicles
What's wrong: Certain aftermarket fuel filters sold under the purolator brand name, p/n f65277, shipped from January 16 through June 2, 2006, for use on the above listed passenger vehicles. Due to incorrect design, the quick connectors May not fully seat with the tube interface, even though the person making the connection May believe that the quick connector is fully attached.
Why it matters: Failure of this connection could lead to fuel spillage and, in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.
The fix: Ufi will notify owners and replace the filters free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2006.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 9 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Transmission & drivetrain (41): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (30), warning light on (2).
- Visibility (wipers, glass) (23): the most common themes are electrical failure (2).
- Engine & cooling (21): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (7), leaks (3), overheating (3).
- Suspension (17): the most common themes are noise or vibration (3).
The 2000 Jaguar S-type has 141 owner complaints, ranking #1 of 9 S-type model years for complaints (2.5× the average S-type year). Complaints peaked in 2005 (26 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 5 years old, at a median of 58,500 miles. Neighboring years: 2001 (79 complaints, 2 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0 L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 | 24 | 19 | Premium |
| 4.0 L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 | 21 | 17 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2000 Jaguar S-type have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2000 Jaguar S-type, plus 2 equipment or tire recalls that can apply. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2000 Jaguar S-type problems?
Owners have filed 141 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are transmission & drivetrain (41), visibility (wipers, glass) (23), engine & cooling (21).
What gas mileage does the 2000 Jaguar S-type get?
EPA ratings run up to 19 mpg combined (3.0 L, Automatic 5-spd), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2000 Jaguar S-type repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.