Jaguar S-type 2000 problems
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Common Jaguar S-type 2000 problems
The Jaguar S-Type, produced between 1999 and 2009, is known for several common problems that owners frequently encounter. This article will discuss these issues in detail, providing valuable insights for those considering purchasing or already owning this vehicle.
- Central Locking Problem: Some Jaguar S-Type owners have reported issues with the central locking system, where some doors may not lock or unlock when using the central locking function.
- Water Pump Failure: The water pump in the Jaguar S-Type can fail, causing the heater to malfunction and the temperature gauge to read slightly high.
- Engine Management Warning Light: If the engine management warning light appears on the dashboard, it is likely due to a faulty lambda sensor, which can also cause increased fuel consumption.
- Folding Door Mirrors: Some Jaguar S-Type owners have reported issues with the folding door mirrors, such as sticking when the button on the centre console is pressed or making a screeching noise when folding away.
- Drooping Headlights: The Jaguar S-Type is equipped with auto-leveling HID headlights, which can sometimes fail due to a plastic support on the inside of the headlamp disintegrating . A simple fix involves drilling a small hole in a specific location on the headlight assembly and screwing in a sheet metal screw, which will push the support back into place and resolve the issue permanently .
- Water Leaks: The Jaguar S-Type is susceptible to water leaks in two main areas: the trunk and the engine compartment.
- Transmission Case: The transmission case in the Jaguar S-Type is sealed and prone to failure, even if the vehicle drives and shifts smoothly.
These common problems in the Jaguar S-Type highlight the importance of regular maintenance and inspections, particularly for older models. While these issues can be concerning, many of them can be resolved with proper repairs and replacements.
What is the life expectancy of a Jaguar S-Type?
Owns this car
Jaguars are consistently among the best-handling cars of their kind and the Jaguar on this year make a very good car, reliable. The Jaguar usually last with 125,000 or 150,000 miles can be a good investment, since you're likely to clear 200,000 miles or more.
Why won't my 2000 Jaguar S-Type start?
The most common reasons a Jaguar S-Type won't start are a dead battery, an alternator problem, or failed starter.
Which is the best engine in Jaguar S-Type?
Don't be put off by the 2.5-litre engine. It may be the entry-level unit, but it's powerful enough for most drivers. The 3.0-litre offers greater performance, while the V8 models are smooth and torquey. But if you can live with V8 fuel bills, you can probably afford the superior diesel.
Where was the 2000 Jaguar S-Type made?
Castle Bromwich
Manufacturing is done at Castle Bromwich, near Birmingham, England. The S-Type comes in two models, a 4.0-liter V8 and a 3.0-liter V6. The V6 starts at $43,095 and the V8 begins at $48,595. The basic platform, rear-wheel-drive chassis and a good many mechanical bits are shared with the Lincoln LS.
Jaguar S-type 2000 car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Jaguar S-type problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Power train problems
- Visibility problems
- Engine and engine cooling problems
- Suspension problems
- Electrical system problems
The graph below shows statistics for all Jaguar S-type 2000 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints Jaguar S-type 2000
The NHTSA has received 146 complaints about various vehicle components related to the Jaguar S-type 2000. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for Jaguar S-type 2000 vehicles.
2023-03-07
SUSPENSION,WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-05-13
- VIN: SAJDA01C2YF
- Components: SUSPENSION,WHEELS
- Summary: The Whole upper control arm came off due to the recall on the right upper suspension in the front...I reported this when it happened may 2022 and no response or help from the jaguar company by that time I could not afford to get it out of impound because I was in the parking lot of the government post office right by the Evansville police station
2022-06-14
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-05-18
- VIN: SAJDA01C2YF
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: I was backing out of the Post office downtown Evansville Indiana on E sycamore street when I heard a thud and my right front tire was leaning in and front bumper on ground the ball joint broke causing my upper control arm to snap. The cops impounded it it's at Tristate towing in Evansville Indiana
2019-08-27
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-01-02
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 JAGUAR S-TYPE. WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE DECELERATED TO 15 MPH INDEPENDENTLY. THE CONTACT PULLED THE VEHICLE OVER AND TURNED OFF THE ENGINE. ONCE RESTARTED, THE VEHICLE RESUMED NORMAL OPERATION. THE FAILURE RECURRED AND THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO TWO INDEPENDENT MECHANICS WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE DRUM ON THE TRANSMISSION WAS FAULTY. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT CONTACTED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED IN JANUARY OF 2019 AND THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN REPAIRED SINCE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 131,000. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN.
2019-04-02
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-03-28
- VIN: SAJDA01C2YF
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: THE CAR JUST CROSSED THE 100,000 MILE MARK AND I PUT GAS IN, CAR WAS ON EMPTY AND TURNED OFF, AND AFTER ABOUT SEVEN GALLONS OF GAS, GAS STARTED COMING OUT FROM UNDER THE CAR. I READ ABOUT THE SAME PROBLEM ( SAFETY RECALL # 06V418000) IN THE 2005 JAGUAR S TYPE, THAT SEEMS TO BE EXACTLY WHAT THIS 2000 S TYPE IS DOING. DEALER SAYS THAT THERE IS NO RECALL MATCHING MY V.I.N. , I FEEL LIKE ITS A SAFETY ISSUE AND SHOULD HAVE BEEN RECALLED.
2017-02-04
SUSPENSION,SEAT BELTS,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-01-01
- VIN: SAJDA01C1YF
- Components: SUSPENSION,SEAT BELTS,ENGINE
- Summary: CODE P1383 VARIABLE CAM TIMING OVER RETARDED BANK1 P POSSIBLE CAUSES CAM TIMING IMPROPERLY SET CONTINUOS OIL FLOW TO THE VCT PISTON CHAMBER VTC SOLENOID VALVE STUCK. I HAVE THE ENGINE LIGHT ON ,AND MY CARR DRIVE WIRES I TOOK MY CARR TO GET CHECK AND TECH NOTES THERE IS A FACTORY SERVICE BULLETIN FOR THE P1383 CODE ON JAGUAR MODEL S TYPEAND FACTORY RECOMMENDS REPROGRAMIN THE POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE . I CONTACT THE JAGUAR DEALERSHIP AND THEY TREAT ME VERY RUDE AND THEY DINING TO EVEN CHECK MY HTTPS://WWW.AUTOCODES.COM/P1383_JAGUAR.HTML.
2016-07-07
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-07-03
- Crash: 1
- VIN: SAJDA01C2YF
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 JAGUAR S-TYPE. WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH ON A RESIDENTIAL STREET, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS STRUCK HEAD ON BY AN ONCOMING VEHICLE. THE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. THERE WERE NO INJURIES AND A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 110,000.
2015-05-11
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-05-09
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- VIN: SAJDA01C1YF
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACTED OWNS A 2000 JAGUAR S-TYPE. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT WAS INJURED, BUT DID NOT RECEIVE MEDICAL ATTENTION. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 170,000.
2015-03-17
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-07-12
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: THIS IS CRAZY I SEE ALL THESE COMPLAINTS THROUGH THE YEARS ABOUT THE 2000 S TYPE JAG ALL HAVE THE SAME PROBLEMS.. WHY HASN'T THERE BEEN A RECALL I JUST RECENTLY EXPERIENCED THE SAME THING WHERE I HAD TO HAVE MY CAR TOWED WHEN I FIRST NOTICED IT WAS RIGHT AFTER I BOUGHT THE CAR IN 2012.NOW IT'S BEEN ALMOST GOING TO 3 YEARS AND I'M HAVING A THIS PROBLEM WAS NOT BEING ABLE TO SHIFT INTO DRIVE IN A PARK POSITION OR EVEN SWITCH FROM REVERSE WHEN I'M PARKED ON THE INCLINE THIS IS RIDICULOUS, I CAN'T EVEN DRIVE MY CAR. NOW WITH ALL THE COMPLAINTS THAT I'VE BEEN READING ABOUT THE JAGUAR S-TYPE IT MAKES ME FEEL LIKE JAGUARS NOT CONCERNED ABOUT THEIR SAFETY ISSUES WHILE BUILDING SUCH A PRESTIGIOUS AND VERY EXPENSIVE AUTOMOBILE THERE MAY CONCERN WAS GETTING IT OUT IN THE SHOWROOM TO SELL FOR THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS NOT INCLUDING THE EXPENSIVE REPAIRS THAT IT TAKES TO MAINTAIN A JAGUAR.IT SEEMS TO ME THE JAGUAR DEALERSHIPS BE WILLING TO STAND BEHIND THEIR PRODUCT AS WELL AS ACCOMMODATE THE SAFETY ISSUES THAT ARE CLEARLY A DEFECT ON THE MANY FACTORS PART BECAUSE YOU WOULDN'T HAVE THAT MANY PEOPLE COMPLAINING ON A FORUM ABOUT THE SAME ISSUE THE SAME COMPLAINT.I DO REALIZE THAT MY JAGUAR IS NOW 15 YEARS OLD BUT IT STILL HAS A WHOLE LOT OF LIFE IN IT I HAVE A BEAUTIFUL JAGUAR. AND I LOVE IT I LOVE EVERYTHING ABOUT IT BUT THIS PROBLEM WITH THE GEAR BOX SHIFT TRULY NEED TO BE LOOKED INTO PLEASE DON'T WAIT FOR A DISASTER TO HAPPEN IN THESE CARS IF THE RECALL WILL REQUIRE THEM SPENDING MILLIONS IS SO BE IT BECAUSE WE AS A CONSUMER HAVE WORKED HARD IN ORDER TO GET THE CAR OF THEIR DREAMS AND THAT'S THE CASE FOR SOME PEOPLE.YOU WOULD THINK THAT TO BE DEALERS OF A JAGUAR WITH STAND FOR SOME TYPE OF INTEGRITY AND RESPONSIBILITY AND BE THE FIRST TO RECOGNIZE THE PROBLEM. *TR
2015-01-15
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-06-30
- Number Of Injuries: 2
- Crash: 1
- VIN: SAJDA01D9YG
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: THIS CAR IS DANGEROUS ALMOST GOT ME KILLED,I GET ON THE FREEWAY GET TO 55 MPH,THE CAR SHUTS OFF NUMEROUS TIMES,DON'T DRIVE HIGHWAY,,I,ANOTHER TIMES JUST LOCK INTO SAFETYFAILMODE NUMEROUS TIMES,I WAS STUCK AND HAD CAR TOWED,LEAKS WATER WHEN IT RAINS TO BATTERY I'M ALWAYS REPLACING ONE DUE TO BATTERY DRAINS QUICKLY,THROTTLE BODY IS ALWAYS CLOGGED,MY AIRBAG LIGHT FLASHES ALWAYS ON DASH,SEATBELTS DON'T TIGHTEN ON HARD STOP,IT SHAKES WHEN STOPPING AT LIGHT,ENGINE GETS HOT FAN DON'T SHUT ON,TRUNK BUTTON POPS OPEN WHEN IT WANTS,FUEL PUMP DISENTANGLE, A/C BUTTONS DON'T WORK WHEN IT GETS COLD HARD TO PUSH DOWN,SUNROOF GET STUCK,STEERING WHEEL DOESN'T ADJUST RIGHT,HEAD REST DOESN'T SUPPORT YOUR HEAD AT ALL,DISCOMFORT,ELECTRONIC PROBLEMS,KEY GETS STUCK,T IGNITION SYSTEM,THIS CAR HAS COOL FIRE PROBLEMS IT IS NOT SAFE I COULD HAVE GOTTEN KILLED IN IT MORE THAN ONCE. *TR
2014-09-25
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-09-09
- VIN: SAJDAO1C6YF
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: I WAS PULLING INTO A STALL AT THE TREASURE COAST MALL WHEN WE HEARD A LOUD THUD WHEN I GOT OUT TO SEE WHAT IT WAS I SEEM THAT THE TIRE WAS LEANING IN AND PUSHED UNDER THE FENDER.I THEN HAD TO CALL A TOW TRUCK AND FOUND OUT LATER THAT THE LEFT FRONT BALL JOINT COMPLETELY SNAPPED OFF AND THE RIGHT SIDE WAS BADLY WORN AND LOOSE AND ALSO HAD TO BE REPLACED. I JUST HATE TO THINK WHAT WOULD HAPPEN IF THAT WOULD HAVE HAPPEND ON THE HIGHWAY ME AND MY WIFE WERE VERY SHAKEN UP. THE CAR ONLY HAS 47000 + WHICH SEEMS REALLY STRANGE FOR THIS TO HAPPEN. *TR
2013-08-21
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-08-16
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: SAJDA01D5YG
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 JAGUAR S-TYPE. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 40 MPH AND CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED BACK, NECK, AND HEAD INJURIES. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FIELD. THE CONTACT DID NOT CALL THE MANUFACTURER. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 78,000.
2013-02-14
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-05-02
- VIN: SAJDA01CXYF
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 JAGUAR S-TYPE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 21 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT ALSO MENTIONED THAT THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE ENGINE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.
2012-12-14
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-12-14
- VIN: SAJDO1D5YGL
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: WHEN MY CAR HAS BEEN PARKED FOR OVER FOUR HOURS OR SO, I CAN'T MOVE IT (GEAR)OUT PARK TO GET IT IN GEAR TO DRIVE. IF I WAIT FOR THREE MINUTES OR SO IT SHIFTS FINE. *TR
2012-11-05
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-11-05
- Fire: 1
- VIN: SAJDA01D1YG
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 JAGUAR S-TYPE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING 55 MPH BURNING FUMES EMITTED INTO THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO MERGE THE VEHICLE TO SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO BE DRIVEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS FOUND THAT THERE WAS A HOLE IN THE TOP OF THE MUFFLER WHICH DAMAGED THE REAR ELECTRONIC MODULE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED ABOUT THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 150,541.
2011-10-04
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-10-01
- VIN: SAJD01C8YFL
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: I PARKED THE CAR ON A HILL LAST WEEK AND COULDNT GET THE CAR OUT OF PARK. I HAD TO HAVE SOME BUDDIES ROCK THE CAR TO GET IT OUT OF PARK INTO REVERSE. THE VEHICLE HASNT RODE THE SAME SINCE. IT DOESNT GO INTO DRIVE AS SMOOTHLY AND THE CAR ALSO REVS AT HIGHER RPMS THAN AVERAGE BEFORE SWITCHING INTO THE NEXT GEAR. *TR
2011-09-21
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-09-20
- VIN: 77469508204
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: PARKED ON A SLIGHT INCLINE AT THE BOBOPS IN ESTILL, SC AND THE CAR WOULD NOT COME OUT OF PARK, AFTER A FEW TRIES, THE GEAR FLOATED AND THE SHIFTER OBVIOUSLY HAD BROKEN. THIS REPAIR IS GOING TO RUN ME 2200 DOLLARS, JAGUAR SHOULD COVER THE TOTAL COST OF THIS AS WELL AS SHOULD HAVE ISSUED A RECALL FOR THIS PROBLEM YEARS AGO. *TR
2010-07-06
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-06-24
- VIN: SAJDA01D9YG
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 JAGUAR S-TYPE. THE SIDE AIR BAG ON THE DRIVERS SIDE SUDDENLY DEPLOYED WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH. NO ONE WAS INJURED AND THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO DRIVE TO HER RESIDENCE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CALLED AND INFORMED HER TO TAKE THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER SO THAT THEY COULD PERFORM A DIAGNOSTIC TEST IN ORDER TO VIEW THE ERROR CODE AND DETERMINE WHY THE AIR BAG DEPLOYED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO STATED THAT THE VEHICLE BOTTOMED OUT WHICH CAUSED THE AIR BAG TO DEPLOY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED BY THE DEALER. SHE WILL NOTIFY THE INSURANCE COMPANY REGARDING THE REPAIRS. THE DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER WILL NOT REPAIR THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 53,000.
2009-07-17
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-07-01
- VIN: SAJDA01D5YG
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 JAGUAR S-TYPE. WHENEVER THE CONTACT PARKS ON AN INCLINE, THE GEAR BECOMES STUCK IN THE PARK POSITION. IN ORDER TO MOVE THE VEHICLE, IT MUST BE PUSHED AND ROCKED BACK AND FORTH UNTIL IT POPS OUT OF GEAR. OCCASIONALLY, THE VEHICLE CAN SHIFT INTO REVERSE, WHICH CAN BE DANGEROUS FOR THOSE PUSHING THE VEHICLE IN THE REAR. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER AND THEY STATED THAT THIS WAS A VERY COMMON ISSUE WITH THE 2000 S-TYPES; HOWEVER, THERE WAS NO RECALL OR REMEDY. THROUGH RESEARCH, THE CONTACT FOUND NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS RELATED TO THIS FAILURE AND BELIEVES THAT A RECALL SHOULD BE ISSUED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 24,000 AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 65,000. UPDATED 8/18/09 *CN UPDATED 0821/09.
2009-06-23
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-06-20
- VIN: SAJDA01C4YF
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: I HAVE A 2000 JAGUAR S-TYPE THAT WAS RECALLED FOR FRONT CONTROL ARM AND LOWER BALL JOINTS BACK IN NOVEMBER OF 2000. HOWEVER WHEN I TOOK IT TO THE JAGUAR DEALER TO GET REPLACED BECAUSE MINE IS DEFECTIVE THE DEALER TOLD ME MY VIN# WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL. IS THERE A SPECIFIC REASONING BEHIND HAVING CERTAIN VIN#'S RECALLED AND NOT OTHERS? I WOULD REALLY APPRECIATE IF MY VIN CAN ALSO BE INCLUDED BECAUSE PER THE DEALER MY CAR IS IN SERIOUS JEOPARDY OF MALFUNCTIONING WHILE I'M DRIVING WHICH COULD END IN AN ACCIDENT THAT CAN CAUSE BODILY HARM UP TO AND INCLUDING DEATH. CAN YOU PLEASE RESPOND TO MY EMAIL REGARDING THIS ISSUE. *TR
2009-06-22
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-06-19
- VIN: SAJDA01C2YF
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 JAGUAR S-TYPE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT CONTROL ARM AND LOWER BALL JOINT WERE DESTROYED. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN MAKING A NOISE AND A LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL, WHICH INDICATED THAT THE ENGINE LOST POWER. THE VEHICLE SHUT OFF AND WAS RESTARTED. A MECHANIC STATED THAT A LOWER BALL JOINT FAILED AND DAMAGED THE CONTROL ARM. THE VEHICLE IS CURRENTLY AT THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 00V359002 (SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT), ALTHOUGH THE FAILURES WERE IDENTICAL. THE VEHICLE WILL HAVE TO BE REPAIRED AT THE CONTACT'S EXPENSE. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 79,000. UPDATED 07/14/09 *BF UPDATED 07/16/09.*JB
2009-04-09
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-02-09
- VIN: SAJDA01D3YG
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 JAGUAR S-TYPE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TIMING CHAIN FAILED ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE OF HIS VEHICLE WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH. HE COULD NOT MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND ATTEMPTED TO PULL OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER AND THEY STATED THAT THE HEAD NEEDED TO BE REMOVED. IN ADDITION, A COUPLE OF BENT VALVES NEEDED REPLACING AT THE COST OF $4,000. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE WILL CALL THE MANUFACTURER. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 88,000.
2009-03-09
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-02-15
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: I PURCHASED A JAGUAR S-TYPE FROM CHASE AUTO GROUP,INC.. I PAID 13,000 IN CASH AND THE 3,000 BY CHECK.. THE DEALER SOLD ME A LEMON CAR BECAUSE HE HYPED THE CAR AND TOLD ME THAT NOTHING WAS WRONG WITH THE CAR AND LOW AND BEHOLD THEIR WHERE ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS WITH THE CAR. THE CAR DASH BOARD LIGHTS DID NOT WORK AND THE RADIO'S LIGHT STAYED ON ALL THE TIME, AND IT DRAINED THE BATTERY THE CD PLAYER DID NOT WORK BECAUSE THEIR WAS NOT A CD PLAYER IN THE CAR AND WHEN I RETURNED THE CAR TO BE FIXED HE TOLD ME THAT HE WOULD ADD THE CD PLAYER AND FIX THE CAR AND ALL OF THE NECESSARY THINGS THAT NEEDED TO BE DONE TO THE CAR. I WENT BACK TO CHECK ON MY CAR, BECAUSE HE HAD NOT CALLED ME AND HE HAD SOLD MY CAR TO SOMEBODY ELSE. I TOLD HIM THAT I WANTED MY MONEY BACK AND HE REFUSED TO REIMBURSE ME FOR MY MONEY AND TOLD ME THAT HE COULD GIVE ME TWO CARS TO MAKE UP FOR MY LOST. I WANT ALL OF MY MONEY BACK THAT THIS COMPANY OWES ME. *TR
2008-12-15
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-07-04
- VIN: SAJDA01D5YG
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: WHEN PARKED ON A HILL I AM NOT ABLE TO GET THE CAR INTO OR OUT OF PARK AND REVERSE I HAVE TO LITERALLY HAVE SOMEONE PUSH OR ROCK THE CAR TO GET IT OUT OF GEAR, BERGEN JAGUAR IN BERGEN NEW JERSEY SAID THIS IS A COMMON QUIRK WITH THE 2000 S TYPE JAGUARS WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS. *TR
2008-11-26
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-11-11
- VIN: SAJDA01D2YG
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: I FINANCED A JAGUAR IN FEBRUARY 2008 AND HAVE HAD A PROBLEM FROM ALMOST THE BEGINNING WITH THE GEARSHIFT, GETTING OUT OF PARK WHILE ON THE SLIGHTEST INCLINE I'VE HAD TO GET OUT AND ROCK THE CAR JUST TO GET IT INTO REVERSE AND THIS IS ALL THE TIME. MORE RECENTLY I REVERSED OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY WITHOUT ANY PROBLEMS BUT, WHEN I TRIED TO PUT IT IN DRIVE IT WOULD NOT MOVE FORWARD, BACKWARD, OR ANYWHERE. I HAD IT TOWED TO THE CLOSEST JAGUAR DEALER WHO INITIALLY TOLD ME IT MAY JUST BE THE GEARSHIFT CABLE NEEDING TO BE ADJUSTED A $150 JOB I SAID OK THAT SOUNDS PRETTY GOOD BEING A FOREIGN CAR AND ALL. I GOT A CALL BACK AND HE SAID IT WAS THE REAR DRIVE SHAFTERS NEEDING TO BE REPLACED OK GOOD NOT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDING TO BE REPLACED........HOW MUCH? I ASKED, ABOUT $3200....FOR ABOUT $2000 MORE I CAN GET A WHOLE NEW TRANSMISSION, RIGHT? THIS IS RIDICULOUS AND I THINK THE JAGUAR MANUFACTURER SHOULD LOOK INTO THIS PROBLEM OR ATLEAST DO A RECALL I MEAN HOW MANY COMPLAINTS DOES IT TAKE..IT SHOULD ONLY TAKE ONE TO CHECK IT OUT THIS IS NOT SOMETHING THAT JUST HAPPENED IT'S HAS BEEN ONGOING SINCE 2000 (I'VE DONE ALOT OF RESEARCH BEFORE WRITING THIS COMPLAINT) 8 YEARS LATER AND THE PROBLEM IS STILL HERE...I REALLY WISH JAGUAR WOULD OWN UP AND TRY TO ACCOMMODATE EVERYONE'S PROBLEMS AS BEST AS THEY COULD..[XXX] *TR
2008-09-29
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-06-17
- VIN: SAJDA01D6YG
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 JAGUAR S-TYPE. WHILE DRIVING OVER BUMPS IN THE ROAD OR PUDDLES AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE WOULD MAKE LOUD SOUNDS LIKE A TRACTOR OR AS IF A NEW MUFFLER WAS NEEDED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER AND THEY STATED THAT THE BALL JOINT AND VERTICAL LINK FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 131,000 AND FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 103,000.
Jaguar S-type 2000 recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 4 recalls for different components of the Jaguar S-type 2000.
2006-06-13
- Manufacturer: UFI FILTERS USA
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: CERTAIN AFTERMARKET FUEL FILTERS SOLD UNDER THE PUROLATOR BRAND NAME, P/N F65277, SHIPPED FROM JANUARY 16 THROUGH JUNE 2, 2006, FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. DUE TO INCORRECT DESIGN, THE QUICK CONNECTORS MAY NOT FULLY SEAT WITH THE TUBE INTERFACE, EVEN THOUGH THE PERSON MAKING THE CONNECTION MAY BELIEVE THAT THE QUICK CONNECTOR IS FULLY ATTACHED.
- Consequence: FAILURE OF THIS CONNECTION COULD LEAD TO FUEL SPILLAGE AND, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
- Remedy: UFI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 4, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT UFI FILTERS USA AT 800-230-5876.
2006-05-19
- Manufacturer: HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC.
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
- Consequence: THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
- Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
2000-11-06
- Manufacturer: JAGUAR CARS
- Components: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
- Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER BALL JOINTS WERE NOT TIGHTENED TO SPECIFICATIONS WHEN THEY WERE ATTACHED TO THE LOWER CONTROL ARMS.
- Consequence: IF THE BALL JOINT ATTACHING NUTS ARE NOT ADEQUATELY TIGHTENED, THEY CAN LOOSEN AND ULTIMATELY, RESULT IN FRACTURE OF THE BALL JOINT STUD. IF THE BALL JOINT FRACTURES, CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE COULD BE AFFECTED, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE TORQUE ON THE TWO BALL JOINT ATTACHING NUTS. VEHICLES WITH LOOSE BALL JOINT ATTACHING NUTS WILL EITHER HAVE THE FASTENERS TIGHTENED TO SPECIFICATION, OR IF NECESSARY, THE BALL JOINTS WILL BE REPLACED.
2000-08-25
- Manufacturer: JAGUAR CARS
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH TRW SEAT BELT BUCKLE ASSEMBLIES. THE BUCKLE BASE OF THESE SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES WERE NOT PROPERLY HEAT TREATED AND THEREFORE DO NOT PASS THE LOAD BEARING REQUIREMENT OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 209, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES."
- Consequence: IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND CHANGE, IF NECESSARY, THE SEAT BELT BUCKLES.
Negative Jaguar S-type 2000 car reviews
Positive Jaguar S-type 2000 car reviews
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Great car to drive. Handles well except on snowy roads. Fuel mileage not great. Inside configuration is well designed. Excellent pick-up.
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I bought this car in 2000 and have put close to 75000 miles on it since then. As a traveling salesperson, I drive a lot! Initially, I was hesitant to get a Jaguar due to its past track record in the 80s and early 90s. However, since they were bought out, I decided to lease one for a year. After just six months, I broke my lease and purchased one. In 2001, my wife also purchased one. With three kids, we love going on road trips, and this car always has enough room. Trust me, I have owned a BMW, Cadillac, and an Infiniti, but the Jaguar is by far the most reliable and beautiful. Buy one today!
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I love this car! It's one of the most beautiful cars in the world!
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You can count on this car to be reliable for a full 5 years. While it may not have the best gas mileage in town, averaging around 13 mpg on hilly streets, it does get an impressive 28 mpg on the highway.
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I had an excellent experience with both this dealer and with the vehicle itself. This jag makes you want to drive everywhere! Even young people give me thumbs up when they walk past me at a stop light! I've had only a few minor problems with this pre-owned beauty, all covered under warranty, and there were no hassles about it at all. I would definitely buy another one.
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Are you having problems with your Jaguar S-type 2000?
Chaz Erdman 2024-10-13
I am confident in stating that my experience with the S-Type has been less than satisfactory. Despite my careful driving and maintenance, this car (like many S-Types) has presented a multitude of mechanical issues. Within a short period of time and with very low mileage, I encountered problems with the brakes, coolant system, gaskets, radiator, headlights, front brakes, cigarette lighter, O2 sensor, and catalyst. It is my belief that the quality of Jaguar vehicles was subpar, and unfortunately, Ford did not improve the situation.
Jaden Johnson 2024-09-02
It sounds like you've had a tough time with your car. It's frustrating when things don't work as they should, especially when it comes to motor problems and faulty parts. It's a shame that the service actions in the USA weren't as prompt as they were overseas. Dealer repairs can be overpriced, which only adds to the frustration. It's important to have reliable information when it comes to car issues, and it's disappointing when service reps deny what is widely reported. I hope you're able to find a solution to these problems soon.
Adelbert Ebert 2024-09-01
Hey there! If you're considering buying one of these cars, I just wanted to share some things to keep in mind. While they are absolutely beautiful and a dream to drive, it's important to be cautious when it comes to pricing. If you find a deal that seems too good to be true, it could be a sign that something is wrong. Additionally, if you come across a low mileage car that's 20 years old, it's possible that it may have had some early problems or just hasn't been driven much. Some common issues to keep an eye out for include plastic chips and fading on the dash, a failing headliner, and expensive repairs for the transmission, fuel pump, struts, and suspension. However, don't let these potential issues discourage you from owning one of these beauties! Just be sure to do your research and keep these things in mind. Thanks for considering my advice!
Lincoln Toy 2024-06-15
Although the Jaguar S Type was a comfortable and beautiful car to drive, it unfortunately had some electrical and mechanical issues that made it difficult to maintain. The modular computer codes were not updated and the window regulators tended to break often. Additionally, the exhaust sensor readouts were impossible to fix. Despite these issues, the car was enjoyable to drive. However, due to the high cost of repairs, it may be worth considering investing in a different model that is more cost-effective in the long run.
Ryleigh Torphy 2024-06-13
Love the outside! It's a shame about the workmanship though. I know the interior doesn't hold much room, but that's not why I bought it. Unfortunately, just after the warranty finished, both front windows fell off their levers, costing an arm and a leg to fix. The moulding on the front of the car also came away.