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
The worst 2005 Jaguar XJ problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Lights2
- Suspension2
- Body1
- Brakes1
- Driver assistance1
Problems by type
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- Lights2
- Suspension2
- Body1
- Brakes1
- Driver assistance1
- Engine1
- Transmission1
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.
- 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: coolant expansion tank stub pipe leaking on xj (X350), xk (X150) or xf (X250) up to the end of 2009 my
2005 Jaguar XJ 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.2L 8‑cyl | RWD | 16 | 25 | 19 |
What 2005 Jaguar XJ owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
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.
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.
Coolant leak due to crack in nipple of recovery tank.
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.
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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