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2005 Jaguar XJ problems

The most common problem on the 2005 Jaguar XJ is lights. Its complaint count is close to a typical XJ model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
6
Recalls
0
Service bulletins
82
Worst area
Lights
Fuel economy
19mpg

The worst 2005 Jaguar XJ problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Lights
    2
  • Suspension
    2
  • Body
    1
  • Brakes
    1
  • Driver assistance
    1

Problems by type

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  • Lights
    2
  • Suspension
    2
  • Body
    1
  • Brakes
    1
  • Driver assistance
    1
  • Engine
    1
  • Transmission
    1

Recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

Technical service bulletins for the 2005 Jaguar XJ 82

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 82 bulletins for the 2005 Jaguar XJ

2005 Jaguar XJ fuel economy

Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.

EngineDriveCityHighwayCombined
4.2L 8‑cylRWD162519

What 2005 Jaguar XJ owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Apr 1, 2019 · Suspension · 150,000 miles · CT

Consistent air suspension failure. Told repair would be upwards of 4500 dollars usd--researched and apparently this is an ongoing issue--manufacturer should repair at no cost

Filed Oct 16, 2015 · Lights · 72,000 miles · ME

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 jaguar xj. While driving the vehicle, the headlights would intermittently flicker. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who indicated that the head light assembly would need to be replaced. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 72,000.

Filed Dec 28, 2011 · Body, Brakes · CA

I am 82 years old my vehicle is a 2005 and I have had the brakes replace three times. The bushing, rotors and brake pads were replace. I only have 45,000 miles. I have been having problems since day one. The glove box won't open at times, trunk does not open, replace lower control arm, leaking bushing. The battery dies repeatedly or drains.

Filed Sep 7, 2011 · Engine · 64,469 miles · AZ

Coolant leak due to crack in nipple of recovery tank.

Filed Dec 24, 2009 · Transmission · 44,052 miles · IL

I was stopped at a red light upon moving forward I heard a loud grinding noise from the rear of the car and lost my transmission. This left me stranded in the middle of a busy intersection at rush hour with no warning fortunately no one crashed in to me. I called police and tow truck. Vehicle was towed to dealership who have replaced differential and rear axles. The preliminary explanation given was that something appears to have broken off that ground up the differential. After completion of repair I was only told that there had been a malfunction. Vehicle is 4 years old with about 44000 mile on it. This should not have happened and I am concerned that this could happen again and that if it had occurred at high speed I might not be here to write this complaint. *tr the consumer stated the transmission has since failed again. Updated 01/27/10.

Filed Aug 2, 2005 · Lights · VA

I have a really difficult time when faced with cars using the high intensity discharge headlights. They are nearly blinding and very distracting. I would like to see these discontinued for all cars in the USA. Thanks.

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Questions about the 2005 Jaguar XJ

Is the 2005 Jaguar XJ reliable?

Owners have filed 6 complaints about the 2005 Jaguar XJ, close to a typical XJ model year.

What is the most common problem with the 2005 Jaguar XJ?

Lights, with 2 complaints. Next is suspension (2).

How many recalls does the 2005 Jaguar XJ have?

No recalls on record.

What gas mileage does the 2005 Jaguar XJ get?

Official estimates for the 2005 Jaguar XJ range from 19 mpg combined. The most efficient version (4.2L 8-cyl, RWD) gets 16 city and 25 highway.

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