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Jaguar Xj Sedan problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Xj Sedan from 2000 to 2011: 26 owner complaints and 0 recalls across 5 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2005 (13), 2006 (6), 2000 (4).

Jaguar Xj Sedan
Photo: Michael Gil from Calgary, AB, Canada · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Engine & cooling6
Electrical4
Transmission & drivetrain4
Fuel system4
Other / unknown2
Tires2
Airbags2
Stability control1

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
200004–
2005013–
200606–
200801–
201102–

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Jaguar Xj Sedan?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2005 (13), 2006 (6), 2000 (4).

How many recalls has the Jaguar Xj Sedan had?

Across 2000–2011, NHTSA lists 0 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).