2013 Jaguar XJ: problems, recalls and reliability
3 recalls and 8 owner complaints on record; most reports concern power train.
Data updated weekly · latest recall Jun 2014
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“The headlights turn themselves off while I'm driving at night. It's very scary for a minute or two but I manage to get them back on by manipulating the switch. I mentioned this to the service rep at the Jaguar dealership and his response was " that's typical of that car". It's been doing this since a purchased the car but is getting worse and dangerous.”Owner report · Exterior Lighting · Nov 2023
“Tl* the contact owns a 2013 jaguar xj. While driving approximately 65 mph, the low coolant indicator illuminated even though the gauge appeared normal. The contact pulled the vehicle to the side of the road as it stalled and shut off. The contact had the vehicle towed to a certified mechanic who diagnosed that the engine failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer and dealer were not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 65,000.”Owner report · Engine · Sep 2019
“On multiple occasions, the stop/start feature fails and the car stalls while in gear. The drive position indicator flashes and in order to move the car, it must be shutdown and then restarted.”Owner report · Power Train · Aug 2016
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“Tl* the contact owns a 2013 jaguar xj. After the vehicle was started, the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel system module failed. The contact also stated that the vehicle stalled while driving. The failure occurred four other times. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 52,222.”Owner report · Fuel/Propulsion System · Aug 2016
“Vehicle vibrates/shudders excessively when braking. Repeat problem. 4 brake rotor/disc and/or pad replacements in 13,000 miles over 20 months.”Owner report · Service Brakes · Apr 2015
“While at a stop light, engine revved up and the car started rolling forward. I had to brake hard to stop it. This happened about 3 more times over the next 2 months. One time the engine raced very high and I had to put it in neutral to avoid crashing. At 5000 miles I took it to the dealer who said they could find no diagnoses from the auto computer and could not replicate the problem. They claimed to have no knowledge how to fix, but now I see a number of reports on the internet about jaguar rapid and unexplained acceleration problems. I feel jaguar is not being honest about this problem -- and it is dangerous condition. *tr”Owner report · Power Train · Dec 2013
Recalls - 3 campaigns
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2013 XF and XJ vehicles manufactured March 26, 2013, through April 10, 2013. In these vehicles, the certification label that is intended to specify the required Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) front, Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) rear, the manufacture date and country of manufacture is absent. Thus, the vehicles do not conform to Part 567, "Certification."
Remedy: Jaguar will notify owners and dealers will re-acquire and will provide a replacement vehicle or a full refund of the purchase, free of charge. Owners may contact Jaguar at 1-855-524-8278. Jaguar's number associated with this recall is J039.
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 XJ, XF and XK vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the toe links, components used to control the alignment of the rear wheels, can separate from the rear sub-frame.
Remedy: Jaguar notified owners on May 8, 2014, and dealers will replace the nut and washer assembly on the rear toe links, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin around May 27, 2014. Owners may contact Jaguar at 1-855-524-8278. Jaguar's number for this recall is J037.
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2013 Jaguar XJ vehicles manufactured May 21, 2012, through July 10, 2012. The generic software calibration installed on the vehicles' Restraints Control Module (RCM) may not meet the specification for proper operation of the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS). As such, these vehicles do not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Remedy: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will upload new software for the Restraints Control Module, free of charge. The recall began on July 8, 2014. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-855-524-8278. Jaguar's number for this recall is J040.
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Is the 2013 Jaguar XJ reliable?
NHTSA has 8 owner complaints and 3 recall campaigns on record for the 2013 Jaguar XJ. The most complained-about area is power train.
Does the 2013 Jaguar XJ have open recalls?
3 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning equipment:other:labels. 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.