2001 Jaguar X-type: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2001 Jaguar X-type: 1 recall, 1 owner complaint.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Parking brake Vehicle recall #04V487000 · 2004 · 3,856 vehicles
What's wrong: On certain passenger vehicles equipped with lhd manual transmissions, the hand brake, which applies the parking brake, May not apply sufficient pressure to the brake pads to prevent the vehicle from moving if the manual transmission was left in the neutral position. The automatic adjuster within the hand brake May not work properly causing the hand brake lever to travel outside the recommended range.
Why it matters: If the vehicle travels outside the recommended range, the vehicle May roll away and a crash May occur.
The fix: Dealers will replace the existing automatic adjustment hand brake lever system on the affected vehicles with a manual hand brake lever system. The recall began on January 14, 2005. Owners should contact Jaguar at 1-800-452-4827.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Steering (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Suspension (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2001 Jaguar X-type has 1 owner complaints, ranking #7 of 7 X-type model years for complaints (well below the 45 average). Neighboring years: 2002 (116 complaints, 2 recalls).
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FAQ
Does the 2001 Jaguar X-type have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2001 Jaguar X-type. 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 2001 Jaguar X-type problems?
Owners have filed 1 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are steering (1), suspension (1).
Where can I get a 2001 Jaguar X-type repair manual?
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