Jaguar S-Type transmission failure problems

Filed Jun 10, 2015 · Engine, Steering · 100,000 miles · WI

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 jaguar s-type. While driving approximately 55 MPH, the transmission failed to shift up and the engine stalled without warning. The vehicle was able to be restarted the vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the steering column and transmission failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000. Updated 05/10/17*lj updated 05/18/2017

Filed Jun 1, 2011 · Seat belts, Transmission · 98,000 miles · TX

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 jaguar s-type. The contact stated the vehicle rolled backwards while in park and the transmission was replaced twice. The vehicle was taken back to the transmission mechanic who performed a diagnostic test which located the failure within the transmission cable. The contact also stated that the rear seats and seat belt buckle were defective. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 98,000 and the current mileage was 150,000.

Filed Jul 16, 2010 · Electrical, Transmission · 65,813 miles · CA

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.

Filed Nov 26, 2008 · Transmission · 99,000 miles · FL

I financed a jaguar in february 2008 and have had a problem from almost the beginning with the gearshift, getting out of park while on the slightest incline I've had to get out and rock the car just to get it into reverse and this is all the time. More recently I reversed out of my driveway without any problems but, when I tried to put it in drive it would not move forward, backward, or anywhere. I had it towed to the closest jaguar dealer who initially told me it may just be the gearshift cable needing to be adjusted a $150 job I said ok that sounds pretty good being a foreign car and all. I got a call back and he said it was the rear drive shafters needing to be replaced ok good not the transmission needing to be replaced........how much? I asked, about $3200....for about $2000 more I can get a whole new transmission, right? This is ridiculous and I think the jaguar manufacturer should look into this problem or atleast do a recall I mean how many complaints does it take..it should only take one to check it out this is not something that just happened it's has been ongoing since 2000 (I've done alot of research before writing this complaint) 8 years later and the problem is still here...I really wish jaguar would own up and try to accommodate everyone's problems as best as they could..[xxx]

Filed Jul 31, 2008 · Transmission · 138,500 miles · CO

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 jaguar s-type. The transmission was replaced at 60,000 miles while the vehicle was under warranty. The transmission is currently slipping and the engine light has came on and stayed on. As of july 31, 2008, the dealer had not inspected the vehicle. The current mileage was 139,000.

Filed Feb 15, 2008 · Transmission · 73,300 miles · PA

Transmission will not shift from park. Need to use the emergency brake or shifter jams. Transmission gearbox light is on and car is not shifting. Advised from dealer that the complete transmission needs replaced at a cost of over $5k. Known problem when searching on internet. Sometimes the gear shifter will not come out of park. Car bucks while trying to shift between 50 and 65 MPH.

Filed Jun 22, 2007 · Transmission · NY

I own a 2000 jaguar s-type with only 42k miles on it. I drive it only about 6 weeks a year as it is stored the rest of the year. My transmission is gone! My car has only been serviced by the piehler jaguar dealership. Without warning, the "gearshift box fault" light came on; the engine would bang and drag into gears. I was told that the gear shift box was sealed therefore disallowing anyone to add transmission fluid. Since my car has only been serviced by jaguar, why wouldn't the service manager have indication that the transmission was going. I asked the service manager if there has been any recalls on the jaguar transmission, and he told me no. That was not true as I have found recalls concerning the jaguar s-type transmissions. However, the jaguar manager wants customer to pay instead of dealer-pay for the replacement of a new transmission. The price quoted to me is $4,000 plus tax. I had the deluxe extended warranty and when it ran out, this dealership refused to renew another extended warranty. A car of this cost and caliber should not have transmission problems with mileage under 50,000 miles. I would like the jaguar /dealership/ or ford to replace the transmission due to the defective design in the transmission design. The car's error message indicated "gear shift box fault". I've been told that the jaguar transmissions were built by jaguar/bec transmissions with a flaw in the design. The jaguar dealership I have my car at is piehler jaguar in rochester, ny. The service manager's name is brian. The telephone number is 585.671.7909. I would like to have my car repaired due to this fault in transmission design and paid for by the dealership or ford or jaguar. Please advise. Thank you. [xxx] 2000 jaguar s-type owner.

Filed Jul 7, 2006 · Transmission · 68,200 miles · VA · crash

On several occasions I've had problems with my 2000 s type jaguar. The transmission causes many safety problems. Such as not shifting, hesitation etc. Which could be a major safety issue while driving on the hwy. Once my fiance was driving the vehicle and the hesitation of the transmission caused him to slam into the curb causing major damage to the front end. I've also had the transmission gasket replaced at the dealership. Know its back in the shop awaiting a new transmission. Jaguar is not taking any responsibility of these problems. Several other jaguar owners have experienced similar problems. Thank you for your time. [xxx].

Filed Jul 7, 2006 · Transmission · 68,200 miles · VA · crash

On several occasions I've had problems with my 2000 s type jaguar. The transmission causes many safety problems. Such as not shifting, hesitation etc. Which could be a major safety issue while driving on the hwy. Once my fiance was driving the vehicle and the hesitation of the transmission caused him to slam into the curb causing major damage to the front end. I've also had the transmission gasket replaced at the dealership. Now its back in the shop awaiting a new transmission. Jaguar is not taking any responsibility of these problems. Several other jaguar owners have experienced similar problems. Thank you for your time. [xxx].

Filed May 2, 2006 · Transmission · 45,928 miles · FL

Oct 7, 2004 shifter has to be wiggled to remove from park and start. Sept 4, 2004 shifter has to be wiggled to remove from park and start-replaced cable assembly sept 23, 2004 AC rattling when on replaced compressor. Steering wheel feels loose when turning it sept 23, 2004 major vibrating when braking, front rotors warped, feedback in pedal & wheel sept 23, 2004 front seat is making a grinding noise when moving replaced the seat assembly december 16, 2004 transmission would not shift into 2nd gear replaced binding shift cable and transmission mar 17, 2005 whining noise mar 22, 2005 whining noise added transmission fluid mar 22, 2005 rattle noise mar 22, 2005 back up sensors are going off intermittently- replaced park control module mar 22, 2005 steering wheel is making a clunking noise when turning - replaced er steering rack mar 22, 2005 trunk alarm goes off apr 7, 2005 trunk alarm goes off - trunk lid adjusters out too far with trunk switch activate alarm. Trunk lid too high, adjusted lid to correct position and condition april 7, 2005 rattle in dash secured dash sensor fascia april 7, 2005 whining in transmission april 7, 2005 drivers door will not lock with remote, alarm will not set on drivers door unless opened and closed again adjust and lubricate door lock. May 5, 2005 whining replaced transmission may 5, 2005 rattle in dash aug 5, 2005 check engine light on fault cod po065 air assisted injection problem white substance found in trans connector so cleaned with electrical cleaner use die electric grease nov 5, 2005 whining noise replaced water pump mar 6, 2006 winning noise mar 6- leak under car of transmission fluid fill plug leaking nc r & r plug install teflon tape mar 6 grinding noise reposition trans cooler pipes. Rattle on passenger side of car so tightened exhaust manifold down pipe, reposition trans cooler mar 6 misfire replaced plug ignition coil.