2018 JAGUAR XJ
0 recalls, 1 complaints - 524 TSBs
No recalls found for this vehicle.
Complaint Statistics
1 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| AIR BAGS | 1 |
AIR BAGS
Jun 28, 2025
Incident date: Jun 23, 2025
The dash pad in the 2005 to 2009 Subaru Legacy and Outback models have a very common problem of deteriorating to where they become sticky and then sections start cracking and falling off. My concern is that this is happening in the area of the passenger air bag. There is a portion of the dash bad w... Read more
EPA Fuel Economy, 2018 JAGUAR XJ
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.0L 8-cyl, Automatic (S8) (Rear-Wheel Drive) | 15.0 | 23.0 | 18.0 | Premium | $4,300 |
| 3.0L 6-cyl, Automatic (S8) (Rear-Wheel Drive) | 18.0 | 27.0 | 21.0 | Premium | $3,650 |
CO2 Emissions: 503.0 g/mile (Large Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2018 JAGUAR XJ
524 manufacturer communications from 283 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 123 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 65 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 26 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 25 |
| 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL | 19 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 18 |
| 353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) | 15 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 14 |
SFCC_NOV2023_30
Nov 10, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Startup battery keeps draining / Vehicle will not start
WACCSEP23_6
Sep 26, 2023
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Battery low warning displayed on instrument cluster and/or no-start
WACCSEP23_6
Sep 26, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Battery low warning displayed on instrument cluster and/or no-start
SFCC_JUL2023_31
Jul 17, 2023
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Battery low warning displayed on instrument cluster and/or no-start.
SFCC_JUL2023_31
Jul 17, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Battery low warning displayed on instrument cluster and/or no-start.
SFCC_APR2023_34
Apr 21, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
MISFIRE ON NEW REPLACEMENT OR REMAN UNITS a?? AJ126
SFCC_APR2023_34
Apr 21, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
MISFIRE ON NEW REPLACEMENT OR REMAN UNITS a?? AJ126
SFCC_APR2023_32
Apr 21, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Customer reports of 12V battery issues. These range from battery low warning displayed to no-start.
SFCC_APR2023_32
Apr 21, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
Customer reports of 12V battery issues. These range from battery low warning displayed to no-start.
SSM68398Attachme
Sep 23, 2022
133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Window Regulator mechanical creak
SSM68398
Sep 23, 2022
133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Window Regulator mechanical creak
SFCC_APR2022_41
Apr 18, 2022
220000 SEATS
A customer may report a rattle tyle noise from the front seat base area.
SFCC_MAR2022_44
Mar 17, 2022
220000 SEATS
A customer may report a rattle tyle noise from the front seat base area.
SSM75700
Mar 2, 2022
103200 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT
8HP 8-Speed Automatic Transmission replacements due to Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) contamination with coolant.
BIG5JAN_28
Jan 18, 2022
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
EMISSION RECALLS - FUELING ADAPTIONS
BIG5JAN_28
Jan 18, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
EMISSION RECALLS - FUELING ADAPTIONS
SFCC_DEC2021_20
Dec 17, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Navigation voice guidance no longer operational after latest NGI update
BIG5DEC21_27A
Dec 14, 2021
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
Voice guidance concerns when using Apple CarPlay.
BIG5DEC21_27A
Dec 14, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Voice guidance concerns when using Apple CarPlay.
IC TP 21B
Nov 16, 2021
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
4X4I SCREEN The screen will show the correct pitch and roll angle of the vehicle APPLE CARPLAY Turn by turn voice guidance will now work in Apple CarPlay Maps INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER CONTROL MODULE B (IPCB) When playing FM radio sourc
IC TP 21B
Nov 16, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
4X4I SCREEN The screen will show the correct pitch and roll angle of the vehicle APPLE CARPLAY Turn by turn voice guidance will now work in Apple CarPlay Maps INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER CONTROL MODULE B (IPCB) When playing FM radio sourc
IC TP 21B
Nov 16, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
4X4I SCREEN The screen will show the correct pitch and roll angle of the vehicle APPLE CARPLAY Turn by turn voice guidance will now work in Apple CarPlay Maps INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER CONTROL MODULE B (IPCB) When playing FM radio sourc
SFCC_NOV2021_25
Nov 16, 2021
357500 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:TV/RADIO/SPEAKERS
Post 21A Update Apple CarPlayA? Navigation Voice Guidance Not Heard
SFCC_NOV2021_25
Nov 16, 2021
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Post 21A Update Apple CarPlayA? Navigation Voice Guidance Not Heard
SFCC_NOV2021_25
Nov 16, 2021
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
Post 21A Update Apple CarPlayA? Navigation Voice Guidance Not Heard
BIG5NOV21_41A
Nov 9, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
21A SOTA campaign suspended due to an issue where CarPlay voice guidance would not work for navigation apps, such as Waze.
SFCC_OCT2021_22
Oct 15, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Navigation voice guidance no longer operational after latest NGI update
SSM75557
Oct 11, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
XCL DISTORTION OR RATTLE NOISE PRESENT WHILE USING THE AUDIO SYSTEM
SFCC_SEP2021_25
Sep 24, 2021
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
Navigation voice guidance no longer operational after latest NGI update
SFCC_SEP2021_25
Sep 24, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Navigation voice guidance no longer operational after latest NGI update
SFCC_AUG2021_34
Aug 15, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Navigation voice guidance no longer operational after latest NGI update
SFCC_AUG2021_34
Aug 15, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Navigation voice guidance no longer operational after latest NGI update
SFCC_AUG2021_33
Aug 15, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Connectivity functions are no longer working.
SFCC_AUG2021_33
Aug 15, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Connectivity functions are no longer working.
SFCC_AUG2021_39
Aug 15, 2021
100000 POWER TRAIN
a?? Customer states check engine light is illuminated.
SFCC_AUG2021_38
Aug 15, 2021
100000 POWER TRAIN
Customer states harsh shift, transmission warning lamp.
SFCC_AUG2021_37
Aug 15, 2021
116610 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:COIL:HIGH TENSION/SPARK PLUG WIRES
Customer States engine runs rough with MIL illuminated.
SFCC_AUG2021_37
Aug 15, 2021
100000 POWER TRAIN
Customer States engine runs rough with MIL illuminated.
SFCC_JUL2021_40
Jul 16, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Navigation voice guidance no longer operational after latest NGI update
SFCC_JUL2021_40
Jul 16, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Navigation voice guidance no longer operational after latest NGI update
SFCC_JUN2021_24
Jun 21, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Navigation voice guidance is not working with Apple CarPlay
SFCC_JUN2021_23
Jun 21, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Infotainment Updates
SFCC_MAY2021_46
Jun 8, 2021
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
A customer may express a concern that there is moisture inside one of the rear lamp assemblies.
SSM75415
May 21, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Update Apple Carplay Navigation Voice Guidance Not Heard
SFCC_APR2021_20
Apr 23, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
IMC Update 21A will not install
SFCC_APR2021_18
Apr 23, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Infotainment Updates
SSM59597Attachme
Apr 14, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Attachment.
SSM59597Attachme
Apr 14, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Attachment.
SSM59597Attachme
Apr 14, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Attachment.
SFCC_MAR2021_21C
Mar 16, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Pivi IP27.2 (OS 2.0.6)
SFCC_MAR2021_21C
Mar 16, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Pivi IP27.2 (OS 2.0.6)
SFCC_MAR2021_21B
Mar 16, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TCU v19.2
SFCC_MAR2021_21A
Mar 16, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
IMC 20C1 Software Release
SFCC_FEB2021_24C
Mar 11, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Pivi IP27.1 (OS 2.0.6)
SFCC_FEB2021_24B
Mar 11, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TCU v19.2
SFCC_FEB2021_24A
Mar 11, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
IMC 20C1 Software Release
SFCC_DEC2020_29
Dec 16, 2020
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
The engine is running rough. There is a hesitation. The Check Engine MIL goes on and off. There is a noise on startup.
SFCC_DEC2020_29
Dec 16, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
The engine is running rough. There is a hesitation. The Check Engine MIL goes on and off. There is a noise on startup.
SFCC Jul20_20
Jul 20, 2020
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
There is a noise from the engine.
SFCC Jul20_26
Jul 20, 2020
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
20B Software Delay until July 15th Software was delayed to include software fix for L551 APIX cable issue Audio popping noise iOS13 Bluetooth improvements Additional improvements
SFCC Jul20_26
Jul 20, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
20B Software Delay until July 15th Software was delayed to include software fix for L551 APIX cable issue Audio popping noise iOS13 Bluetooth improvements Additional improvements
SFCC Jul20_20
Jul 20, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
There is a noise from the engine.
SFCC_JUN2020_23
Jun 19, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
There is a noise from the engine.
SFCC_MAY2020_30
Jun 4, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
There is a noise from the engine which can vary from a squealing to rattling/bearing noise.
SSM74810
Apr 30, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
JLR is investigating 3.0P S/C FEAD idler pulley and S/C tensioner emitting excess noise (NVH)
SSM74780
Apr 10, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
JLR is investigating reports of Customers experiencing no audio available from the radio feature (FM, AM & DAB), specifically relating to reports of the touchscreen displaying a??Radio not availablea?? from vehicle start-up and continues
SFCC_APR20_PG31
Apr 9, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Popping sound or crackling noise from the audio system while in use.
SFCC_APR20_PG28
Apr 9, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
To update InControl Touch Pro vehicles to the latest IMC software level, and to enable SOTA updates moving forward. SOTA updates sent direct to customers on SOTA eligible & enabled vehicles with latest level IMC software.
SSM74787
Apr 1, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
When attempting to complete the a??Replace ECUa?? application for the Occupant Classification System Module (OCS) the application fails. The error message a??The following error was encountered: a?? is displayed to the user.
SSM74763
Mar 20, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
InControl Remote App does not update vehicle location or show correct vehicle status. Remote features (e.g.: Remote Engine Start, Beep and Flash, Remote Lock/Unlock etc.) do not work. The Telematics Control Unit (TCU) unable to communicat
SSM74763
Mar 20, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
InControl Remote App does not update vehicle location or show correct vehicle status. Remote features (e.g.: Remote Engine Start, Beep and Flash, Remote Lock/Unlock etc.) do not work. The Telematics Control Unit (TCU) unable to communicat
SFCC_MAR12_30
Mar 16, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Popping sound or crackling noise from the audio system while in use.
SFCC_MAR12_29
Mar 16, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
XM radio is inop.
SFCC_MAR12_20
Mar 16, 2020
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
There is a noise from the engine. The charge warning lamp is on.
SFCC_FEB20_34
Feb 21, 2020
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
XM radio is inop.
SFCC_FEB20_34
Feb 21, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
XM radio is inop.
Tech_RS_NOV19_87
Nov 27, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The variable coolant pump shroud is sticking causing electronic cooling fan to run at 100% duty cycle and/or illuminate the Check Engine MIL.
Tech_RS_NOV19_87
Nov 27, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
The variable coolant pump shroud is sticking causing electronic cooling fan to run at 100% duty cycle and/or illuminate the Check Engine MIL.
Tech_RS_NOV19_93
Nov 27, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
There are multiple issues in regards to the manufacturing process of the Image Processing Module A from the supplier Bosch, or the Central Configuration learn in.
Tech_RS_NOV19_95
Nov 27, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Customer may state there is a pop noise or crackle when playing the audio.
Tech_RS_NOV19_96
Nov 27, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Customer may state there is no audio present or volume control.
Tech_RS_NOV19_97
Nov 27, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Customer may state there is no audio present or volume control.
TechRS_NOV19_104
Nov 27, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SOTA download does not complete first time through
TechRS_NOV19_104
Nov 27, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
SOTA download does not complete first time through
TechRS_NOV19_106
Nov 27, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Quiescent battery drain due to TCU module.
TechRS_NOV19_106
Nov 27, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Quiescent battery drain due to TCU module.
TechRS_NOV19_106
Nov 27, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Quiescent battery drain due to TCU module.
TechRS_NOV19_108
Nov 27, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Voice control is not able to locate destination entry.
TechRS_NOV19_108
Nov 27, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Voice control is not able to locate destination entry.
TechRS_NOV19_109
Nov 27, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Web Browser functionality is not available.
TechRS_NOV19_109
Nov 27, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Web Browser functionality is not available.
TechRS_NOV19_109
Nov 27, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Web Browser functionality is not available.
SFCC_NOV19_33
Nov 18, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Customer complaint in regards to Infotainment system.
SFCC_NOV19_38
Nov 18, 2019
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Customer states there is no audio output from the speakers on all sources.
SFCC_NOV19_30
Nov 18, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Popping sound or crackling noise from the audio system while in use.
SFCC_NOV19_21
Nov 18, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
The Check Engine MIL is on.
SFCC_NOV19_21
Nov 18, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The Check Engine MIL is on.
SSM74590
Oct 29, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Customers can experiences Bluetooth connection issues after updating their Apple devices to Apple iOS 13.0 or later versions.
SFCC_OCT19_25
Oct 28, 2019
092100 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
The Check Engine MIL is on There is a noise from the engine
SFCC_OCT19_25
Oct 28, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The Check Engine MIL is on There is a noise from the engine
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NHTSA Safety Investigations, JAGUAR XJ
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE06030
Opened: Aug 16, 2006 , Closed: Oct 18, 2006
FUEL TANK LEAKAGE
THE OFFICE OF DEFECTS INVESTIGATION (ODI) OPENED PE06-030 BASED ON THREE COMPLAINTS ALLEGING LARGE QUANTITIES OF GASOLINE LEAKAGE FROM THE FUEL TANKS (NOT FROM THE FILLER PIPES) OF MODEL YEAR (MY) 2006 JAGUAR XJ VEHICLES. ON SEPTEMBER 11, 2006, FORD MOTOR COMPANY SUBMITTED A DEFECT NOTICE (PART 573)... Read more
JAGUAR XJ - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the JAGUAR XJ across all model years (1969, 2019).
36
Total Recalls
182
Total Complaints
1
Investigations
21
Reported Crashes
7
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
JAGUAR XJ - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 1 | 1 | View |
| 2018 (current) | 0 | 1 | |
| 2017 | 3 | 3 | View |
| 2016 | 2 | 8 | View |
| 2015 | 3 | 15 | View |
| 2014 | 2 | 15 | View |
| 2013 | 3 | 10 | View |
| 2012 | 0 | 10 | View |
| 2011 | 3 | 27 | View |
| 2010 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 2008 | 0 | 8 | View |
| 2007 | 1 | 7 | View |
| 2006 | 3 | 15 | View |
| 2005 | 0 | 9 | View |
| 2004 | 3 | 18 | View |
| 2003 | 0 | 2 | View |
| 2002 | 0 | 3 | View |
| 2000 | 0 | 14 | View |
| 1998 | 1 | 12 | View |
| 1997 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 1995 | 1 | 1 | View |
| 1986 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 1984 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 1972 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1971 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 1970 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 1969 | 2 | 0 | View |