KnownCarProblems2002 Jaguar X-Type Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 116 complaints with NHTSA about the 2002 Jaguar X-Type, most often about the transmission (44% of complaints, typically around 58,000 miles). It is the most complained-about X-Type model year since 2000 and has 2 recalls.
Most common 2002 Jaguar X-Type problems
Transmission
51 complaints · 44%Half of these problems showed up before 58,000 miles. Parts named most often: automatic transmission, driveline, manual transmission.
Have experienced several occurrences of power train shutdown to do electronics on 2002 Jaguar x type VIN # []...this occurs in moving traffic at all speeds. Represents a serious safety issue. I have asked Jaguar motor co to replace the vehicle...they claims it has been repaired. Not the case as the malfunction has…
The Jaguar dealer replaced the transmission and related parts in the car as it was un-drivable. After re-assembly, the car would make clunking sounds when turning tight turns and over bumps and dips. This became more noticeable over time, until the dealer wanted to replaced most of the suspension. It turns out that…
Engine
17 complaints · 15%Half of these problems showed up before 65,000 miles. Parts named most often: engine, cooling system.
2002 X-Type Jaguar 2.5 was recently repaired due to malfunctions associated with fords 2002 Jaguar gear box, transmission, heater core, cylinder heads all needed to be serviced. The 2002 Jaguar seems to be a lemon straight from the factories that this car was manufactured. Would like some acknowledgement and answers…
This car has been a disappointment since day one. I bought this off lease from bournival lincoln/mercury in july 2005. Since then...first was the constant condensation of the windows...something about heater core and seals needed to be replaced. Then the check engine light kept coming on, drive 115 miles to the jag…
Wheels and tires
16 complaints · 14%Half of these problems showed up before 25,500 miles. Parts named most often: sidewall, rim, tread/belt.
While traveling on the highway, I had a flat tire. The tire went flat extremely fast, not quite a blow out. Upon removing the front passenger tire, I found a hole worn on the inside sidewall approximately 2 inches up from the thread. There is complete band of removed rubber around the entire tire with the hole…
I have a 2002 Jaguar X-Type equipped with pirelli p6 low profile tires and alloy rims. In the past 6 winter months, I have experienced 4 incidences of sidewall bubbles and one sidewall blowout. I have talked to other Jaguar owners regarding these tires and find that this is a common failure. I believe that these tires…
Brakes
14 complaints · 12%Half of these problems showed up before 41,000 miles. Parts named most often: foundation components, antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip.
Nar 04/21/2003 mr the consumers automobile was in a series block of vehicles build and sold with a defective chip. After having several problems with the vehicle such as; the seat belt adjusters broken, the clock radio audio system inoperative, the brakes having been replaced, failure of the transmission interlocking…
Tl contact owns a 2002 Jaguar X-Type. The contact stated that the parking brake on her vehicle would have to be pulled up progressively higher to hold the vehicle while in neutral. At a certain point, she would have to shift into first gear because it would hold the vehicle while parked. The contact took the vehicle…
Electrical
11 complaints · 10%Half of these problems showed up before 50,000 miles. Parts named most often: wiring, ignition.
Electrical system - my car was parked for two days at a secure airport park and ride. When returning from my trip, when putting the car in reverse the car jerked and rolled out of the parking space. I then proceeded to put the car in drive and it failed to accelerate. The engine and transmission warning lights were…
I have had this car, 2002 Jaguar X-Type for less than 3 years. Over this time,. There have been several failures with the electrical system. The car only has 62,917 miles, and now the transmission has failed. This occured on a rainy night, and I barely got to my street before the car totally stopped moving. I have…
Speed control
10 complaints · 9%Half of these problems showed up before 38,500 miles. Parts named most often: accelerator pedal, cruise control, linkages.
Twice while attempting to back into a parking place, consumer put foot on brake when vehicle flew foward into a parked car. Consumer states foot was not on accelerator. Took to dealer and they stated that the black box reported that both brake pedal and gas pedal were pressed at the same time. Please provide any…
Tl contact owns a 2002 Jaguar X-Type. The contact described a lengthy hesitation when depressing the accelerator pedal at 35 MPH. The contact stated that the vehicle decreased to aproximately 5 MPH without warning. The dealer was unable to diagnose the failure. The current and failure mileage were 35000.
Visibility and wipers
9 complaints · 8%Half of these problems showed up before 18,000 miles. Parts named most often: defroster/defogger/hvac system, sun/moon roof assembly, power window devices and controls, windshield.
Nar 04/21/2003 mr the consumers automobile was in a series block of vehicles build and sold with a defective chip. After having several problems with the vehicle such as; the seat belt adjusters broken, the clock radio audio system inoperative, the brakes having been replaced, failure of the transmission interlocking…
Both drive shafts , fuel tank and sunroof were replaced, the sunroof malfunctioned-3 or more times, the blinkers and lights failed, tires blew out, air bag light remained on, the passenger front seat belt malfunction, trunk latch issues, heating and AC system had gone out, surge in engine on acceleration, rubbing…
Body and structure
9 complaints · 8%Half of these problems showed up before 80,000 miles. Parts named most often: body, frame and members.
I was traveling sb i25 mile marker 251 on7/7/17 at 13;20. When a 6ft long tire debre was in the road and got hit by truck and thrown into my radiator and damaged the front end of my vehicle. When I talk to chp he had an earlier report of this yet it was in the road when I entered onto what I believed was a safe…
2002 Jaguar X-Type. Front inner structure around a pillar and connection to rocker panels is rusting badly at a crucial structure point. Started noticing in 2010,with complete issue this year. Replacement panel has drain built in vs. Original with no way to frain moisture from inner rocker.
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2002 Jaguar X-Type recalls
Brakes: parking brake
Risk: If the vehicle travels outside the recommended range, the vehicle may roll away and a crash may occur.
Fix: Dealers will replace the existing automatic adjustment hand brake lever system on the affected vehicles with a manual hand brake lever system. The recall began on january 14, 2005. Owners should contact jaguar at 1-800-452-4827.
Full defect summary
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with lhd manual transmissions, the hand brake, which applies the parking brake, may not apply sufficient pressure to the brake pads to prevent the vehicle from moving if the manual transmission was left in the neutral position. The automatic adjuster within the hand brake may not work properly causing the hand brake lever to travel outside the recommended range.
Lights: turn signal
Risk: The loss of rear turn signals could fail to warn a following driver that the vehicle is turning and could result in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the general electric module. Owner notification began april 1, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact jaguar at 1-201-818-8500.
Full defect summary
On certain passenger sedans, the power circuit which feeds the direction indicator system could fail. This could result in the driver being unaware that the external turning indicators are not operating because the internal "tell-tail" light on the driver's instrument panel continues to work normally.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2002 Jaguar X-Type
- What are the most common problems with the 2002 Jaguar X-Type?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: transmission (51 complaints, typically around 58,000 miles); engine (17 complaints, typically around 65,000 miles); wheels and tires (16 complaints, typically around 25,500 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2002 Jaguar X-Type have?
- 2 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from October 7, 2004 (brakes). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2002 a bad year for the Jaguar X-Type?
- It is the most complained-about X-Type model year since 2000, with 116 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.