Hydraulic fluid line burst controlling convertable top. Cant get parts to repair
The worst 2003 Jaguar XK problems
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Recalls 2
Power train: automatic transmission
- What is wrong
- On certain passenger vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions, with the forward drive gear selected and the vehicle stationary or in a forward motion, the gearbox could potentially select reverse gear, without indication.
- Risk
- This failure could result in a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will reprogram the transmission control module. The recall began on may 1, 2004. Owners should contact jaguar at 1‑201‑818‑8500.
Recall number 04V024000 · Recall details
Exterior lighting: headlights
- What is wrong
- On certain vehicles, the headlamp adjustment mechanism may be operated without suitable instruction on either the mechanism or in the owner's manual. This does not meet the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
- Risk
- An improperly aimed headlamp could provide less effective roadway illumination or could cause increased glare to oncoming vehicles.
- Remedy
- Owners will be provided with an owner's manual addendum containing the necessary headlamp aiming instructions. Owner notification is expected to begin on january 6, 2004. Owners should contact jaguar at 1‑800‑452‑4827.
Recall number 03V509000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2003 Jaguar XK 86
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
What 2003 Jaguar XK owners say
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Questions about the 2003 Jaguar XK
Is the 2003 Jaguar XK reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2003 Jaguar XK, fewer than a typical XK model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2003 Jaguar XK?
There are not enough complaints to tell.
How many recalls does the 2003 Jaguar XK have?
2 recalls, covering power train and exterior lighting.
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