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2004 Jaguar X-Type Problems, complaints & recalls

Owners have filed 136 complaints about the 2004 Jaguar X-Type with NHTSA, most often about the acceleration & cruise control (26) and the brakes (25). Those complaints describe 20 crashes, 2 fires and 12 injuries. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in September 2004 for the filler pipe and cap. For comparison, the 2003 has 90 and the 2005 has 49.

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FFar more problems than a typical X-Type year, for its age

#96 most complained-about 2004 vehicle

Complaints
136
Recalls
1
Crashes
20
Fires
2
Injuries
12
Deaths
0

Most common 2004 Jaguar X-Type problems

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2004 Jaguar X-Type recalls 1

Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do

Fuel system: filler pipe and cap

04V4600001,147 vehicles affected

The problem
On certain passenger vehicles, when replace the fuel filler cap to the vehicle's fuel tank filler neck, it is possible to over-tighten the cap inducing a poor seal. In the event of a vehicle roll-over, it is possible for fuel to leak past the fuel filler cap.
The risk
Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
The fix
Dealers will remove the fuel cap seals and fit better quality seals onto the vehicle. The recall began on october 1, 2004. Customers may also contact jaguar at 1-800-452-4827.

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136 complaints about the 2004 Jaguar X-Type

Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners. Page 1 of 6.

Acceleration & cruise controlFuel system

Well there a problem when you have no speed all of a sudden. And there a problem with some electrical and fuel can someone help me with what's going on if there a recall or not? I believe there something wrong like a recall and I have to deal with it. So what can I do in regards of getting this matter taking control. Please and Thank You , [[redacted]] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Incident Vehicle speed control · Unknown or other · Fuel / propulsion systemNHTSA 11738488
Brakes

The contact owns a 2004 Jaguar XJ. The contact stated that while depressing the brake pedal, the brake pedal felt spongy and an excessive amount of force was needed to depress the brake pedal. The brake pedal almost went to the floorboard before the vehicle came to a stop, causing the braking distance to be extended. The message that the brake fluid level was low remained illuminated. There was brake fluid leaking from a fractured cross-member brake pipe. The vehicle was taken to a certified mechanic, who found...

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that the underfloor tray was corroded, causing the floor to fracture. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure was associated with NHTSA Campaign Number: 09V144000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 128,000.

Filed Incident Service brakes, hydraulicNHTSA 11728252
Brakes

The contact owns a 2004 Jaguar XJ8. The contact stated while driving at various speeds and depressing the brake pedal, the brake pedal made an abnormal rattling sound and went down to the floorboard. The vehicle hesitated to respond. The ABS warning light and the traction control warning light were illuminated. Additionally, the message "Park Brake Fault" was displayed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the brakes had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not...

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repaired. The contact became aware that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 09V144000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic), however, the parts to do the recall repair were not yet available. The local dealer and a secondary dealer, Land Rover Princeton (958 US-206, Princeton, NJ 08540), were contacted. The contact stated that the failure had been recurring. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 149,000. Parts distribution disconnect.

Filed Incident Service brakes, hydraulicNHTSA 11518111
Other & unknown

I was having a problem with leaking brake fluid and a friend with the same year and model car told me about a recall on their car for the same problem . This problem is caused by padding installed for sound proofing on the underside of the vehicle which traps dirt and moisture and causes the brake lines to prematurely rust which I have an issue with. After having the panels removed for inspection it was confirmed that the pads are install on this particular vehicle and the rust issue is present as well . When I entered my vin number into your system it's telling me there are no open or in repaired recalled on my car how could that be?

Filed Incident Unknown or otherNHTSA 11407443
Acceleration & cruise controlBrakes

In the just over 3 years that I have owned this car I have had 2 incidents where the car accelerates and engine races when braking at a low speed making a turn on a side street. I try to bring the to a stop but it is very difficult to do as the brakes are not fully stopping the car and both times I had to put the car in park quickly in other to completely stop it which brought it to a jerking halt. There is some defect in this model as I have seen numerous similar stories on a jaguar problems website. This is a...

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very serious problem and I was lucky both times to be on side streets as a serious accident was avoided as I it took me a few seconds to bring the car to a stop as I did not have full control of car. I took the car to my local jaguar in glen cove ny in july and they could not replicate the incident and had no idea what the problem was. Like I said at the beginning this only happened twice in 3 years but I only drive 1000 to 2000 miles a year and to tell you the truth I am afraid to drive the car too much as I might hit another car or a person if it happens again. The 2004 jaguar x types should be recalled as others have had this same problem with no solutions.

Filed Incident Vehicle speed control · Service brakesNHTSA 11278745
Suspension

Made a 500 mile road when the air suspension fault message came on ( yellow light), but that had happened periodically and seemed to be a computer fault. The car ran fine. Then after a 2 day period of no use, when the car was started a red warning light came indicating vehicle too low and on outside inspection the car was too close to the tires. In 2010, both suspension struts were replaced.

Filed Incident SuspensionNHTSA 11209923
Electrical systemBody, doors & structureEngine & coolingFire

THE CAR COUGHT ON FIRE

Filed Incident Electrical system · Structure · EngineNHTSA 11208433
SuspensionAirbags

The airbag light came on with only 54,000 miles on this jaguar, that is not normal as I have owned jaguar cars for 3 decades. Also the air suspension failure occurred at 55,000 miles which is the current mileage and the car was parked for two weeks without any movements. This vehicle drives less than 3000 miles a year now and I'm super disappointed in this factor where as my wife's mercedes s500 with 139,000 miles on it has no issues on it at all.

Filed Incident Suspension · Air bagsNHTSA 11181222
Body, doors & structureEngine & cooling

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 jaguar xj8. The contact stated that the brake system, dynamic stability control, and engine failure system warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle failed to start and was towed to a certified mechanic who stated that the wiring in the engine needed to be replaced and water was entering the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 15,483.

Filed Incident Structure · EngineNHTSA 11127885
Transmission & drivetrainDriver assistanceBrakes

First off, car had abs light on. Dealer replaced every abs component. Now engine and abs light are interchanging on and off. Believe to be a wiring fault. Also, transfer case has gone out twice in 2 years. I have heard from multiple sources that transfer cases fail often in these cars which I believe to be a manufacturers defect.

Filed Incident Power train · Electronic stability control (ESC) · Service brakesNHTSA 11092787
Transmission & drivetrainEngine & cooling

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 jaguar xj8. While driving approximately 5 mph, the transmission failed to shift up and the engine stalled. The vehicle was able to be restarted. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that there was no recall. The failure mileage was not available.

Filed Incident Power train · EngineNHTSA 11081032
Suspension

Suspension fault light comes on and car drops down,can be dangerous when driving and cause a accident,this is a common problem with this car and should be addressed by jaguar

Filed Incident SuspensionNHTSA 11056026
AirbagsSeats & seat belts

I have a 2004 x-type jaguar and the air bag light on the drivers side will not go off. I had it checked out only to find out that should I get in an accident the air bag will not deploy. The dealership wants around $1500.00 To repair it. I am hoping it is a recall.

Filed Incident Air bags · Seat beltsNHTSA 10968970
Engine & cooling

Car suddenly accelerated on residential street why making turn at approx 15 mph. Had to hit break while engine was still accelerating and this slowed car a little. Then while car was still moving threw it into park andshut off car.If any people or cars were in front of me would of had accident. After waiting a few minutes I restarted car and proceeded to my house which was only a block and a half away without incident. Car is now being checked out by local mechanic. Very scary.

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 10927541
Electrical system

The motor which unlocks the trunk does not work. The only method in which to unlock the trunk is by key switch and the motor is not working properly to open the trunk.

Filed Incident Electrical systemNHTSA 10925560
Body, doors & structureBrakesEngine & coolingCrash

Braking on street to turn into house drive when the car suddenly increased speed and before I could get it in neutral I crashed into a house stone wall. Pictures on request.

Filed Incident Structure · Service brakes · EngineNHTSA 10893007
Transmission & drivetrainEngine & cooling

Oil leaks on the muffer and the pipes could cost a fire when it hot.

Filed Incident Power train · Unknown or other · EngineNHTSA 10788011
Fuel system

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 jaguar x-type. The contact observed fuel leaking from the undercarriage and the fuel warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 77,000.

Filed Incident Fuel / propulsion systemNHTSA 10725323
Transmission & drivetrainAcceleration & cruise controlFuel system

My jaguar x-type 2004 car when traveling at about 25-30 mph alternately gets sluggish and slows or revs up, causing me to apply brakes hard to prevent collisions. I have to allow enormous space between me and the vehicle ahead because I am afraid of colliding with vehicles in front. Also have to brake hard to to overcome the surging forth of the engine. The car will also rev up when I am parking it. These are such common occurrences, and it seems to be a manufacturing malfunction. Jaguar should recall all 2004 x-types to fix these dangerous and potentially life threatening machines. I request that the nhtsa immediately follow up and require recall of these road hazards. Thank you.

Filed Incident Power train · Vehicle speed control · Fuel / propulsion systemNHTSA 10717544
AirbagsBody, doors & structureAcceleration & cruise controlEngine & coolingCrash

While proceeding to park in the driveway, the vehicle experienced a sudden acceleration and forcibly struck another vehicle that was parked in the garage. During this incident the driver had no control of braking or steering. The impact was severe enough to cause the airbag to deploy and sustain major damage to both vehicles. *Tr

Filed Incident Air bags · Structure · Vehicle speed control · EngineNHTSA 10678607
Transmission & drivetrainElectrical systemFuel system

Well I was driving along and all of a sudden just lost fuel power, so I pull over, cut the car off, and started the car up again and drove about a 100 yards and it repeated the same thing over again. I must have did it at least 6 times till I got home. So I'm thinking that it might be the throttle box, it's a fuel and electrical problem. *Tr

Filed Incident Power train · Electrical system · Fuel / propulsion systemNHTSA 10672343
Fuel system

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 jaguar xjr. The contact noticed fuel vapors emitting from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The independent mechanic was unable to diagnose or repair the vehicle. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 108,000.

Filed Incident Fuel / propulsion systemNHTSA 10672302
Suspension

This is an ongoing problem. I have spent thousands of dollars in an attempt to fix the low suspension problem. My car has slowed directly on the expressway while driving 70 mph. In addition, the car was so low that it drugged the bottom. The only solution was to have it towed. This problem happen last year and I had to rent a car all winter long until the whether warmed up. I thought the problem was resolved but it started again with low temperature of 30 degrees. Jaguar should refund our money for this problem because this should have been a recall. *Tr

Filed Incident SuspensionNHTSA 10659219
Suspension

I have this beautiful that I can't drive because of suspension problems. Vehicle too low and suspension fault warnings came on. You'd think by now that jaguar would have recalled these vehicles and fixed the problem. I cannot belive a car that costs this much has such problems. My gm truck with over 300,000 miles - I purchased it brand new - doesn't have nearly the amount of issues this jag does. *Tr

Filed Incident SuspensionNHTSA 10644848
Suspension

Just riding around the city (macon, ga) and the vehicle low light came on. Went out after a while so didn't worry about it. The next morning noticed the front end was low. Started the car and the vehicle low light was on and after that the air suspension fault light came on. These two lights kept flashing one after the other. Took vehicle to an import repair facility..No jaguar dealers near. Was quoted air shock replacement/ install for about 2500 dollars. So I ordered the exact same part online and had them...

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installed for half that amount. Exactly one month later a few days ago..The same lights are on again and the front end is once again too low to drive. Not sure what to do now, no jaguar dealer near and can't believe a luxury car apparently has an inherent problem that jaguar hasn't recalled. Very frustrating not being able to drive this beauty..!!!! *Tr

Filed Incident SuspensionNHTSA 10629169

Jaguar X-Type: every year compared

YearComplaintsRecallsCrashesFiresTop problemGrade
200812021Acceleration & cruise controlA
200734032Acceleration & cruise controlB
200643060Fuel systemC
200549020LightsC
20041361202Acceleration & cruise controlF
2003902120Transmission & drivetrainF
20021242133Transmission & drivetrainF
20011100SteeringA
All X-Type years

2004 Jaguar X-Type vs rivals

VehicleComplaintsRecallsCrashesGrade
2004 Jaguar X-Type136120F
2004 Jaguar XJ Series136020CCompare
2004 Jaguar S-Type2544CCompare
2004 Jaguar Vanden Plas301CCompare

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Questions about the 2004 Jaguar X-Type

Does the 2004 Jaguar X-Type have any recalls?

Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2004 Jaguar X-Type: filler pipe and cap (September 2004). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Jaguar X-Type?

By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the acceleration & cruise control (26), brakes (25), suspension (23).

How many complaints has the 2004 Jaguar X-Type had?

136 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on November 5, 2003 and the latest on May 18, 2026. Of these, 20 describe a crash and 2 a fire, and together they report 12 injuries and 0 deaths.

Is the 2004 Jaguar X-Type a reliable vehicle?

Its Safety Index is 14 out of 100 (grade F: far more problems than a typical Jaguar X-Type year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.

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What should I do if my 2004 Jaguar X-Type has a problem?

If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data

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