2004 Jaguar X-Type brakes problems

Filed Nov 7, 2019 · Acceleration, Brakes · 100,300 miles · NY

In the just over 3 years that I have owned this car I have had 2 incidents where the car accelerates and engine races when braking at a low speed making a turn on a side street. I try to bring the to a stop but it is very difficult to do as the brakes are not fully stopping the car and both times I had to put the car in park quickly in other to completely stop it which brought it to a jerking halt. There is some defect in this model as I have seen numerous similar stories on a jaguar problems website. This is a very serious problem and I was lucky both times to be on side streets as a serious accident was avoided as I it took me a few seconds to bring the car to a stop as I did not have full control of car. I took the car to my local jaguar in glen cove ny in july and they could not replicate the incident and had no idea what the problem was. Like I said at the beginning this only happened twice in 3 years but I only drive 1000 to 2000 miles a year and to tell you the truth I am afraid to drive the car too much as I might hit another car or a person if it happens again. The 2004 jaguar x types should be recalled as others have had this same problem with no solutions.

Filed May 9, 2018 · Brakes, Driver assistance · 99,000 miles · WA

First off, car had ABS light on. Dealer replaced every ABS component. Now engine and ABS light are interchanging on and off. Believe to be a wiring fault. Also, transfer case has gone out twice in 2 years. I have heard from multiple sources that transfer cases fail often in these cars which I believe to be a manufacturers defect.

Filed Jul 11, 2013 · Brakes · 134,000 miles · NJ

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 jaguar x-type. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked with the parking brake engaged when it rolled away. The parking brake was loose and had to be engaged abruptly in order for the brake to catch. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who adjusted the parking brake but the failure recurred. The vehicle was then taken to a private mechanic, who stated that the brake caliper needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure was not reported to the manufacturer. The approximate failure and current mileage was 134,000.

Filed May 10, 2013 · Brakes · 79,500 miles · IL · crash

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 jaguar x-type. The contact stated that while parked on an incline with the parking brake engaged, the vehicle began rolling away in reverse and crashed into another vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis however, the mechanic could not diagnose the failure. There was a manufacturer's recall for the parking brake. The manufacturer stated the vehicle was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 79,500.

Filed Dec 6, 2012 · Brakes · 122,000 miles · VA

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 jaguar x-type 2.5. The contact stated that when in park, the park brake would not engage. The manufacturer was notified, the vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 122,000.

Filed Oct 17, 2009 · Brakes · 46,000 miles · NY · fire

At 46000 mi. The car seemed to lack power. Investigation disclosed a frozen left rear brake caliper, which was replaced along with pads on all wheels (expensive). 2000 miles later, the replacement caliper froze, nearly causing a fire.

Filed Sep 22, 2009 · Brakes · 50,982 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 jaguar x type. He stated that he has to exert great force during brake application to stop the vehicle. Increased stopping distances can lead to a vehicle crash. The vehicle was then towed to a dealer for inspection. Upon inspection a technician replaced the brake check valve, due to corrosion. The failure mileage was 50982. The current mileage was 61000.

Filed Feb 29, 2008 · Brakes · 25,000 miles · MI · crash

Tl*the contact owns a 2004 jaguar x-type. While driving between 4-5 MPH, the contact depressed the brake pedal, but the vehicle continued to accelerate and struck another vehicle. The hood, grill, radiator, and air conditioning condenser were damaged. A police report was filed. The current mileage was 27,000 and failure mileage was 25,000.

Filed Apr 3, 2006 · Airbags, Brakes · 13,000 miles · NV · crash

Brakes failed going 70 MPH on the freeway. Absolutely no brakes and pedal went complete to floor without no stopping. Used emergency brake and rear-ended car in front. No air bags went off. Car speed was about 35-40mph at time of impact due to slowing from emergency brake.

Filed Mar 3, 2006 · Brakes · VA

2003 jaguar vdp brake and gas pedal are to close together. *ts ***nar*** the consumer stated when he applied the brake, he also hit the accelerator and as a result he had an accident. The consumer didn't state if there was damage to the vehicle.