I was slowing to stop in a line of traffic on a city street. As I slowed, the brake pedal felt soft, and the car revved up, attempting to accelerate. I then pushed heavily onto the brake pedal but had no ability to stop the car. The engine continued to rev. Luckily, I was slowing from a far enough distance that I was able to forcefully put the car into neutral and stop the car. However, the engine continued to rev even though both feet were off all pedals and the car was in neutral. I then tapped the brake pedal in an attempt to get the engine to stop revving, but it had no effect. Next, I tapped the gas pedal to attempt to get the engine to stop revving, with this, the engine did stop revving and returned to normal RPM's. Very scary and quite disturbing, especially since I have read over 30 complaints on websites regarding the same issue others have had with their jaguars. Why is nothing being done? How many people need to report this to have a case opened?
The worst 2002 Jaguar S-Type problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Transmission10
- Acceleration6
- Electrical3
- Engine2
- Fuel system2
Problems by type
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- Transmission10
- Acceleration6
- Electrical3
- Engine2
- Fuel system2
- Suspension2
- Tires2
- Airbags1
- Steering1
- Wheels1
Recalls 1
Equipment: other: labels
- What is wrong
- Certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 135, "passenger car brake system." the brake fluid master cylinder reservoir is recessed and oriented in the engine compartment beneath a leaf screen, such that the brake fluid warning statement embossed on the top of the reservoir body is not visible by direct view.
- Risk
- This does not comply with the standard.
- Remedy
- Owners will be sent letters which will include installation instructions and labels containing the required warning statement. If they prefer, owners may contact dealers to have them install the labels. The recall began on january 25, 2005. Owners may contact jaguar at 1‑800‑452‑4827.
Recall number 04V484000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2002 Jaguar S-Type 53
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Attachment.
- InControl Touch Pro phase 4 customer letter
- SIM card activation issues
- 18C
- A customer may report "Hood Open" message displays on IP with hood closed.
- Jaguar Land Rover Shop Foreman Conference Call
- Presentation from Dealer Shop Foreman Conference Call
- Issue: a customer may raise a concern of their vehicle not passing state inspection in california and...
- "Re-issued dec 2015. issue: fuel injectors clogged leading to poor running / misfires / engine detonation...
- "Issue: when investigating customer reports for incorrect fuel gauge concerns the dealer technician may...
2002 Jaguar S-Type fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0L 6‑cyl | RWD | 16 | 23 | 18 |
| 4.0L 8‑cyl | RWD | 15 | 22 | 18 |
What 2002 Jaguar S-Type owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 jaguar s-type. The contact stated that when the ignition key was turned to the on position, it was difficult for the vehicle to shift out of the park position. After the vehicle was shifted into the drive position, there was a loud noise coming from the front of the vehicle. The contact stated that when the vehicle was refueled, there was a strong odor of fuel. The failures recurred continuously. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the fuel system, the lower ball joints, and the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 06e056000 (fuel system, gasoline). The failure mileage and VIN were unavailable.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 jaguar s-type. While parked, the contact attempted to unlock the front driver's side door from the exterior of the vehicle with the key but to no avail. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The technician stated that the door lock and the ignition lock would have to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however the failure was not corrected. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and repaired five times but the failure was never remedied. The approximate failure mileage was 80,165.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 jaguar s-type equipped with continental touringcontact as tires, size 235/50/r17, dot a3753lv2405. While driving approximately 65 MPH, the contact noticed excessive vibration coming from the front end of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for a diagnostic test. The mechanic stated that both front tires experienced tread separation. The tires were replaced. The VIN was not available. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the tires were out of warranty and they could not assist. The approximate failure mileage was 3,000.
On july 14, 2010, my car starting driving sluggish, as if pulling heavy weight. The gear box fault light turned on. On 7-16-2010, I took my vehicle to the dealer and was told it would cost me $2,800 plus tax to change the gear box with a one year guarantee. My second option was to install a new transmission at a cost of over $5,000. Two months ago I spent $5,000 on a new electrical system and fuel injection. I don't know what to do since I am struggling as many financially. The dealer said there have not been any transmission problems with this model. Told him I doubted that, hence, my complaint.
The vehicle that I have a complaint in regards to is a 2002 jaguar s-type. The vehicle was driving sluggish and the transmission was not shifting at normalcy. I then took the vehicle in to the jaguar dealership to be serviced and explained to them that a transmission fault light had been triggered. Upon their examination the dealership discovered the transmission needed to be replaced. I asked the dealership if they had many cars in with the same make and model as my vehicle with the same problem. The dealership stated that they did in fact have been seeing this issue with many of s-type jaguar vehicles. I then placed a call to a transmission re-builder to inform him of the issue and before I could explain my problem he was already familiar with the issue due to the many s-type jaguars transmission he had rebuilt with the same issue.
Side wall has a slit and a bulge in the side wall. This was caught before a failure. They tried to tell me that it was from a road hazard and not a defect. I don't believe a word of it.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 jaguar s-type. The vehicle idles, surges, and stalls when traveling from 0 to 55 MPH. The failure occurs constantly and began in september of 2006. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred on august 3, 2007. The current mileage was 59,000 and failure mileage was 52,000. Updated 02-01-08 *bf updated 02/01/08
Tl*- while driving the 2002 jaguar s type with 30000 failure and current mileage at 40 MPH and accelerating up a hill the vehicle began to unexpectedly lose speed. The vehicle got to the top of the hill, then came down the hill, and it lost power. The vehicle was pushed to the side of the road. The driver tried to restart the vehicle, but nothing happened. The vehicle had to be towed to the dealer who stated that "the transmission needed to be replaced". The vehicle has not been repaired.
Our 2002 jaguar s type with 44,000 miles has transmissions problems. We contacted the dealer on several occasions and they will not stand by their vehicle. There have been numerous complaints regarding transmissions problems with the company. We need help getting this problems solved. Why should I have to spend thousands of dollars to fix. This is a $60,000 vehicle. Help.
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Questions about the 2002 Jaguar S-Type
Is the 2002 Jaguar S-Type reliable?
Owners have filed 24 complaints about the 2002 Jaguar S-Type, close to a typical S-Type model year.
What is the 2002 Jaguar S-Type year score?
The 2002 Jaguar S-Type scores 75 out of 100 (average). The score compares it with the other model years of the Jaguar S-Type: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2002 Jaguar S-Type?
Transmission and drivetrain, with 10 complaints, typically around 55,000 miles. Next is acceleration (6).
How many recalls does the 2002 Jaguar S-Type have?
1 recall, covering equipment.
What year does the Jaguar S-Type have bad transmission?
The Jaguar S-Type model years with the most transmission complaints are 2000 (41 complaints), 2003 (16 complaints) and 2001 (13 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 2002 Jaguar S-Type get?
Official estimates for the 2002 Jaguar S-Type range from 18 mpg combined. The most efficient version (3.0L 6-cyl, RWD) gets 16 city and 23 highway.
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