2002 Jaguar X-Type: problems, recalls and reliability
2 recalls and 116 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is power train (38% of complaints).
Data updated weekly · latest recall Oct 2004
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 116 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“I was traveling sb i25 mile marker 251 on7/7/17 at 13;20. When a 6ft long tire debre was in the road and got hit by truck and thrown into my radiator and damaged the front end of my vehicle. When I talk to chp he had an earlier report of this yet it was in the road when I entered onto what I believed was a safe highway. I have the required liability insurance, this is not covered. The trucking co says they arent liable so the only other liability is cdot since the road wasn't safe.”Owner report · Engine · Jul 2017
“Cpsc: 2002 jaguar x-type : consumer stated he ordered a blue devil radiator/block sealant for a small leak coolant, but the sealant was deemed defective once it had added to the radiator. It caused the vehicle to overheat and the fans to run high. *ss the consumer was informed the head gasket needed to be replaced. *jb”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · Jan 2016
“Tl* the contact owns a 2002 jaguar x- type. The contact stated that while attempting to shift into any gear, the key fell from the ignition. The failure was sporadically recurring. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, who diagnosed that the gear box needed to be replaced. The vehicle was to be repaired. The VIN was not available. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 63000.”Owner report · Electrical System · Oct 2013
Show 7 more owner reports
“Tl* the contact owns a 2002 jaguar x-type. The contact stated that while parking, there was a loud explosive noise heard as the vehicle suddenly accelerated. The contact mentioned that the check engine and the gearbox warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the power transmission needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure and current mileage was 74,000. *tr”Owner report · Power Train · Jun 2013
“A-frame and front corner panels are rusting out due to a design flaw. Jaguar refuses to fix this issue. With a rusted out a-frame it makes the car extremely weak and if in a crash the car will crumble. Major issue, please help. *tr”Owner report · Structure · Dec 2012
“Tl* the contact owns a 2002 jaguar x-type. The contact stated that the key was worn and was unable to start the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection where they advised that the cause of the failure was the ignition, which was worn. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was 95,000.”Owner report · Electrical System · Jul 2012
“The engine would quit running, usually when turning right and usually while bouncing over a bump. The car would sometimes show codes relating to the transmission, cylinder misfiring, or the security system failing. Sometimes no codes at all would be stored, and sometimes the car would start back up on its own after a brief moment. Other times it was un-drivable. The underlying issue turned out to be the positive battery cable supplying the fuse box was rubbing against a transmission mount bolt head and grounding out. *tr”Owner report · Power Train · Jul 2012
“Design flaw in inner and outer rocker panels lead to rust through of uni-body. By the time owner sees first indication of rust, uni-body is almost completely gone. Components rust from the inside out. It seems that jaguar has corrected this design flaw on 07 and newer models. In an accident there would be no strength in uni-body, no energy absorption, and car could literally be "cut in half". *tr”Owner report · Structure · Dec 2011
“Tl* the contact owns a 2002 jaguar x-type. The contact stated while driving the gear box fault lamp illuminated. The contact mentioned that the second time the failure occurred the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the transmission was defective and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but did not offer any assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 37,800.”Owner report · Power Train · Jul 2011
“Tl* the contact owns a 2002 jaguar x- type. The contact stated that while driving 40 mph, the vehicle began to lose power. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection where they stated that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 53,000. ..updated 01/23/2014 *bf the consumer stated a recall was issued regarding the transmission. However, jaguar refused to address it. The consumer stated he had to replace the transmission tiwce.”Owner report · Power Train · Jun 2011
When filing, owners marked a crash in 13 of these complaints and injuries in 8 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 2 campaigns
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.
Remedy: 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.
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER SEDANS, THE POWER CIRCUIT WHICH FEEDS THE DIRECTION INDICATOR SYSTEM COULD FAIL. THIS COULD RESULT IN THE DRIVER BEING UNAWARE THAT THE EXTERNAL TURNING INDICATORS ARE NOT OPERATING BECAUSE THE INTERNAL "TELL-TAIL" LIGHT ON THE DRIVER'S INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTINUES TO WORK NORMALLY.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE GENERAL ELECTRIC MODULE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN APRIL 1, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT JAGUAR AT 1-201-818-8500.
Specifications
Factory options offered for the 2002 model year, decoded from the NHTSA vPIC database. Individual vehicles have one of each.
How other years compare
Check your exact X-Type by VIN
Recalls and equipment differ between individual vehicles. Decode your VIN to see what applies to yours.
Open VIN decoderFrequently asked questions
Is the 2002 Jaguar X-Type reliable?
NHTSA has 116 owner complaints and 2 recall campaigns on record for the 2002 Jaguar X-Type. The most complained-about area is power train (38% of complaints).
At what mileage do 2002 Jaguar X-Type problems usually appear?
Half of the complaints that mention mileage were filed at 55,000 miles or less.
Does the 2002 Jaguar X-Type have open recalls?
2 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning parking brake. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.