2006 Jaguar XJ: problems, recalls and reliability
3 recalls and 17 owner complaints on record; most reports concern fuel system, gasoline.
Data updated weekly · latest recall Sep 2006
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 17 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“The contact owns a 2006 Jaguar XJ. The contact stated that while driving at 45 MPH, the vehicle abruptly decelerated, after which the contact became aware that the parking brake had been applied. The parking brake warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the electronic parking brake control module. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 04V488000 (Parking), but the VIN was not included. The failure mileage was 113,000.”Owner report · Parking Brake · Nov 2024
“While being stopped at a stop sign with foot on brake the car suddenly accelerates. This is the 5th time this has happened, one time resulting in an accident. I have called jaguar and they blame the driver. I replaced the throttle which contained the same tps sensor that has plagued toyotas. I am going to replace the pedal sensor and if that doesn't work I guess I will sell the car. Each time this happens the car is stopped with the right foot on the brake. The accident was at a school waiting in a line of stopped vehicles waiting to pickup students.”Owner report · Electrical System · Mar 2017
“Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jaguar xj8l. The contact stated that as he started the engine, there was a fuel leak coming from the fuel delivery module. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection of the failure and the contact was informed that the vehilce was previously repaired under NHTSA campaign number: 06v358000 component(s): fuel system, gasoline. The manufacturer was notified and stated that they would not repair the failure a second time at their expense. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 131,000.”Owner report · Fuel/Propulsion System · Mar 2013
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“Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jaguar xj8 (n/a). The contact stated that while driving approximately 50mph the vehicle began to overheat and the power steering failed. The vehicle was towed to a mechanic who stated the belt tensioner and crankshaft were defective. The vehicle was taken to a jaguar dealer. They stated that the crankshaft pulley was defective and had come loose. They told him that the engine needed to be replaced at a cost of $14,000.00. The extended warranty company would not cover the repairs. The failure mileage and current mileage was approximately 80,000.”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · Jun 2010
“Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jaguar xj type. The vehicle has two continental conti touring tires, line size 235/50/18 on the front of the vehicle. While driving at approximate speeds of 70 mph, the vehicle began to abnormally pull to the right. The dealer advised that the tread on the passengers side had separated and was causing the failure. The tire was replaced by the contacts spare tire, which was the same tire as the one that had failed. The failure mileage was approximately 34,900 and the current mileage was approximately 35,200. Updated 11/03/10 *lj”Owner report · Tires · Apr 2010
“Upon entering garage of home, while pressing on brakes preparing to park, engine accelerated forcing car to crash into a ladder in front of concrete wall; although husband pushed full force on brakes, the car seemed to race forward. No one was hurt, front right bumper plastic panel popped off. Earlier on same day, while slowing down for traffic, although I pushed on brakes, car did not seem to respond. I was able to maintain control of car since I was traveling at low rate of speed. *tr”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Nov 2008
“Tl*the contact leased a 2006 jaguar xj8. When attempting to stop the vehicle at 5 mph, the engine suddenly accelerates. The contact was able to avoid four near crashes. The vehicle was taken to the mechanic and the brakes were replaced. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, but the diagnostic was unable to produce a failure code. The manufacturer is analyzing the computer data. The failure mileage was 15,000 and current mileage was 20,000. Updated 09/15/08 *bf updated 09/18/08. *jb”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Nov 2007
“Fuel tank leak of unknown origin considered to be a hazardous condition but with no plans for repair. Consumers have not been informed by company. Company knows about problem. *jb”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Jul 2006
“Fax from (pa) 2006 jaguar xj8 has a defective fuel tank, jaguar has no plan to do anything until repair problem is devised. *ts *nm”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Jul 2006
“2006 jaguar vdp l wb would not exceed over 10 mph and warning lights illuminated on the dash. Experienced two massive fuel leaks. *kb the dealer claimed they replaced a seal to fix the fuel leak, however 2 weeks later the fuel leak resurfaced. The dealer then stated the left fuel pump flange was still leaking and the fuel tank was warped. The problem with the vehicle not accelerating over 10 mph was due to a loose mass air flow sensor connector. The tire monitor was faulty. *jb”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Mar 2006
When filing, owners marked a crash in 1 of these complaints and injuries in 0 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 3 campaigns
SOME PASSENGER VEHICLES MAY HAVE FUEL TANKS IN WHICH THE FUEL DELIVERY MODULE (FDM), JET PUMP MODULE (JPM, AND/OR CLUSTER VALVE (CV) SEALS ARE NOT PROPERLY RETAINED IN THE FUEL TANK. THIS MAY RESULT IN ILLUMINATION OF THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL), OR A FUEL ODOR.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL TANKS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 31, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT JAGUAR AT 1-800-452-4827.
CERTAIN SEDANS MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH AN INCORRECTLY MANUFACTURED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION PARKING PAWL GUIDE PLATE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE PARKING PAWL GUIDE PLATE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN NOVEMBER 22, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT JAGUAR AT 1-800-452-4827.
ON CERTAIN SEDANS EQUIPPED WITH MOONROOFS, A REINFORCEMENT BAR WAS INCORRECTLY ASSEMBLED SO THAT THE BAR MAY CONTACT THE GLASS IN THE MOONROOF. WHEN CLOSING A DOOR OR UPON SEVERE ROAD IMPACT, IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE MOONROOF GLASS MAY SHATTER.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE MOONROOF FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 27, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT JAGUAR AT 1-800-452-4827.
Specifications
Factory options offered for the 2006 model year, decoded from the NHTSA vPIC database. Individual vehicles have one of each.
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Is the 2006 Jaguar XJ reliable?
NHTSA has 17 owner complaints and 3 recall campaigns on record for the 2006 Jaguar XJ. The most complained-about area is fuel system, gasoline.
Does the 2006 Jaguar XJ have open recalls?
3 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly. 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.