2003 jaguar x-type. Consumer writes in regards to a headliner collapse. *ld the consumer stated the glue from the headliner created an unsafe and unhealthy environment. The driver's passengers have shown signs and symptoms ranging from persistent coughing, pneumonia, eye tumors and birth defects.
The worst 2003 Jaguar X-Type problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Transmission15
- Tires13
- Brakes10
- Airbags9
- Acceleration8
- Body8
- Engine8
- Electrical6
- Steering6
- Fuel system5
- Wheels5
- Locks3
- Seats2
- Driver assistance1
- Seat belts1
- Visibility1
Specific symptoms reported on the 2003 Jaguar X-Type
Recalls 2
Parking brake
- What is wrong
- On certain passenger vehicles equipped with lhd manual transmissions, the hand brake, which applies the parking brake, may not apply sufficient pressure to the brake pads to prevent the vehicle from moving if the manual transmission was left in the neutral position. The automatic adjuster within the hand brake may not work properly causing the hand brake lever to travel outside the recommended range.
- Risk
- If the vehicle travels outside the recommended range, the vehicle may roll away and a crash may occur.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the existing automatic adjustment hand brake lever system on the affected vehicles with a manual hand brake lever system. The recall began on january 14, 2005. Owners should contact jaguar at 1‑800‑452‑4827.
Recall number 04V487000 · Recall details
Exterior lighting: turn signal
- What is wrong
- On certain passenger sedans, the power circuit which feeds the direction indicator system could fail. This could result in the driver being unaware that the external turning indicators are not operating because the internal "tell-tail" light on the driver's instrument panel continues to work normally.
- Risk
- The loss of rear turn signals could fail to warn a following driver that the vehicle is turning and could result in a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the general electric module. Owner notification began april 1, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact jaguar at 1‑201‑818‑8500.
Recall number 03V011000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2003 Jaguar X-Type 72
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...
- "Issue: when investigating customer reports for incorrect fuel gauge concerns the dealer technician may...
- Fuel sender unit fault
2003 Jaguar X-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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 6‑cyl | 4WD | 17 | 24-25 | 19-20 |
| 3.0L 6‑cyl | 4WD | 16 | 23-25 | 19 |
What 2003 Jaguar X-Type owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Rockers panels are rotted both sides. Rendering the car unsafe. No drain holes ever put in nor was it treated. This is problem on these cars. Known problem at that.
Rocker panels or sills inner and outer left and right sides rotten rusted possible toa frame. Parking brake does not full engage.
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 jaguar x-type. On several occasions, the air bag indicator illuminated on and off. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the air bag control module sensor needed to be replaced. The contact called santiago auto mall at (718) 992-9316 (350 e 170th st, bronx, ny 10456). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000.
Lt & rt inner and outer rocker panels and hence jacking point are riddled with rust/corrosion, structural integrity is compromised , unsafe in side impact collision or frontal or rear collision , vehicle creeks and groans around dash when driven, from weakened structure especially at lower "a" pillars.
Driving on highway at 65 MPH, engine dies. Steering and brakes are lost. After a few minutes, able to start engine and move off of road.
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 jaguar x-type. The contact stated that the manual brake failed to engage. The vehicle was taken an independent mechanic who replaced the manual brake lever cable several times. However, the failure was not corrected. The manufacturer informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 04v487000 (parking brake). The failure mileage was not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 jaguar x-type. While driving at approximately 70 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed but the vehicle decelerated and the gear box fault cruise unavailable and the check engine warning indicators illuminated. The failure recurred continuously. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 182,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 jaguar x-type. The contact stated that the hand brake failed to applied sufficient pressure to the brake pads to prevent the vehicle from moving. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnosis. The manufacturer had not been notified of the failure. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 04v48700(parking brake). The approximate failure mileage was 86,000.
Tl-the contact owns a 2003 jaguar x-type. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle jerked and decreased in speed. In addition, the temperature gage fluctuated and the radiator emitted steam. The failure recurred on multiple occasions. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the water pump fractured. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 169,000. The VIN was not available. Djr
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Questions about the 2003 Jaguar X-Type
Is the 2003 Jaguar X-Type reliable?
Owners have filed 72 complaints about the 2003 Jaguar X-Type, 2.9 times a typical X-Type model year. It is one of the years we flag to avoid.
What is the 2003 Jaguar X-Type year score?
The 2003 Jaguar X-Type scores 36 out of 100 (poor). The score compares it with the other model years of the Jaguar X-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 2003 Jaguar X-Type?
Transmission and drivetrain, with 15 complaints, typically around 34,543 miles. Next is tires (13).
How many recalls does the 2003 Jaguar X-Type have?
2 recalls, covering parking brake and exterior lighting.
What year does the Jaguar X-Type have bad transmission?
The Jaguar X-Type model years with the most transmission complaints are 2002 (51 complaints), 2003 (15 complaints) and 2004 (13 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 2003 Jaguar X-Type get?
Official estimates for the 2003 Jaguar X-Type range from 19 to 20 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.5L 6-cyl, 4WD) gets 17 city and 24-25 highway.
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