The back passenger air bag in the door exploded and park brake fault.
The worst 2005 Jaguar S-Type problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Fuel system45
- Brakes18
- Airbags7
- Electrical6
- Engine6
- Tires4
- Acceleration3
- Lights3
- Transmission3
- Locks2
- Body1
- Driver assistance1
- Steering1
- Visibility1
- Wheels1
Specific symptoms reported on the 2005 Jaguar S-Type
Fuel leak 22Fuel smell 16Check engine light 12Fuel pump 6Airbag light 5Brake failure 5
Recalls 2
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- If the amount of fuel is above the fdm, jpm, or cv apertures, fuel may be discharged onto the ground. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the fuel tanks to determine if revised seals may be used to repair the vehicle. If not, dealers will then replace the entire fuel tank assembly. Due to problems in obtaining the replacement fuel tanks, the recall began on january 29 through march 30, 2007. Owners may contact jaguar at 1‑800‑452‑4827.
Recall number 06V418000 · Recall details
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 2005 Jaguar S-Type 73
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: when investigating customer reports for incorrect fuel gauge concerns the dealer technician may...
2005 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 | 24 | 19 |
| 4.2L 8‑cyl | RWD | 15-16 | 22-25 | 18-19 |
What 2005 Jaguar S-Type owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
There are 2 recalls that apply to my car and Jag wants to do nothing, as expected. R17652014/08/18Recall - Fuel Tank Replacement agency06V4180002006/10/23Recall 06V418000: Fuel Tank replacement What do we need to do to get Jag to conform t the nature of these recalls.
The contact owns a 2005 Jaguar S-Type. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact became aware of a fuel odor inside the cabin of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was determined that the fuel tank, fuel pump, flange, retaining ring, pipe feed, fuel tank straps, heat shield, fuel hose, heat sleeve, evaporator pipe, electronic control unit, fuel tank harness, cable tie, and cabin overlay wiring harness needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 99,000.
My wife's 2005 Jaguar S-Type R leaks fuel, and is worst after refilling the tank. The car frequently loses all engine power while driving with no warning. It frequently refuses to restart, and then I have to have it towed sometimes at great distances from home at a cost of over $700 to my repair shop in Virginia. My wife is now too afraid to drive the car because of the gas fumes, fear of a fire, and sudden engine failure. My service technician at Mountain Valley Motors believes the problem has to do with a faulty Jaguar fuel system.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 jaguar s-type. The contact stated while having an inspection performed, the contact was informed of a leak in the evap system. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with needing part number: xr850468 (carbon canister assembly) to be replaced. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with the federal safety agency campaign number: 06v418000 (fuel system, gasoline) however, the VIN was not included. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The contact was informed that the vehicle owner was responsible for all repair costs. The failure mileage was approximately 62,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 jaguar s-type. The contact stated that after parking the vehicle in the garage at the residence, she became aware of fuel leaking underneath the vehicle. The contact stated that there was a strong fuel odor outside of the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed nor repaired. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer were made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 110,000.
When I fill up my tank with gas I smell the fumes in my car and it left two puddles.
I took my car in at the end of april/early may sometime for the transmission to be repaired , I took my car into jaguar as I normally to get this work done. I got my car between may 8th and 9th because I drove it to my graduation may 10th. Literally 7 days may 16th after it was fixed it would not start and error messages appeared on dash board that I've never seen. I called the shop and they stated too have it towed. They told me that they wouldn't be able to get it in until june but have it towed so I did. On july 16th the red told me this "we are replacing the transmission sleeve that we replaced last time. I got it covered under warranty and my parts have arrived. I should have done tomorrow. I will update asap --ryan schmitt jaguar land rover minneapolis. July 18th this is what I was told "we are trying to get this transmission issue taken car of. We tried to warranty work we did last time and it didn't fix it. We actually have a separate issue of fluid leaking. My tech is trying to figure out our options. It starts and runs good now but transmission fluid will eventually leak down and cause the connector to go bad. I should have a quote together shortly but unfortunatley it wont be cheap. --ryan schmitt jaguar land rover minneapolis. Today is july 24th I was told that they could look deeper into to see if it's an internal problem but that would cost me as well.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 jaguar s-type. The contact stated that the fuel pump was leaking fuel and there was an abnormal fuel odor inside the vehicle. Also, the check engine indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that a new seal was needed for the fuel tank. The vehicle was repaired, but the fuel tank began leaking again a few days later. The manufacturer and dealer were not made aware of the failures. The failure mileage was 98,000.
When tank is filled more than half, smell of gas fumes inside cabin horrible
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Questions about the 2005 Jaguar S-Type
Is the 2005 Jaguar S-Type reliable?
Owners have filed 85 complaints about the 2005 Jaguar S-Type, 3.4 times a typical S-Type model year. It is one of the years we flag to avoid.
What is the 2005 Jaguar S-Type year score?
The 2005 Jaguar S-Type scores 31 out of 100 (poor). 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 2005 Jaguar S-Type?
Fuel and propulsion system, with 45 complaints, typically around 83,000 miles. Next is brakes (18).
How many recalls does the 2005 Jaguar S-Type have?
2 recalls, covering fuel system, gasoline and equipment.
Was there a recall on the 2005 Jaguar S-Type fuel system?
Yes, 1 recall: 06V418000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What gas mileage does the 2005 Jaguar S-Type get?
Official estimates for the 2005 Jaguar S-Type range from 18 to 19 mpg combined. The most efficient version (3.0L 6-cyl, RWD) gets 16 city and 24 highway.
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