01-01-0001:
Reports of clutch failures and drive-train whines. Reports of transfer box failures on four wheel drive models.
High incidence of DMF failures on 2.2 diesels during late 2009.
DPFs were only fitted as standard to facelift 2.2 diesel automatics. They were a rarely selected oprion on 2.0 diesel and 2.2 diesel manuals.
Cooling fan failure.
Further problems include erratic slow running in traffic with poor engine response from low revs and lights dimming (both main and dipped beam) for no apparent reason. Several complaints about poor headlight performance.
Boot lock solenoid also subject to failure due to moisture ingress.
One Backroomer wrote: "One year of ownership 16k miles. Lots of little warranty claims saved for one visit all known by Jaguar. Weeping washers solved fitting of non return valve, rocking drivers seat mod fitted, boot locking system replaced, car juddered in 5th at 30 mph: downloaded new software: problem solved, drivers door catch faulty, had dried out. Lubricated now OK, next week goes in for two days to have steering replaced squeaking noise, may be bearings and another developed this week petrol guage reads half when full, then dances between half and full, will be sorted same time as steering. Dealership very good and co-operative West Sussex."
Other reader problems with ZF autobox, broken driver seat runners, failed door seal, failed central locking mechanism, climate control not working, boot release not working, whining from the steering rack. Problem with ZF autobox identified as fractured clutch piston. Apparently common. Typical rectification costs by an automatic transmission specialist is £1,750.
Some of the first X Type diesels sold had similar problems to the Mondeo TDCI 130. By early 2010, diesel pump failures also damaging the injectors were on the increase for both the 2.0 and 2.2 litre diesels.
On four wheel drive 2.5s and 3.0s, the front tyres can wear unevenly to the extent of serious wear on the inner shoulders. After 10,000 miles they need checking by applying almost full lock and having a look. Rear tracking is adjustable for toe in / toe out, but cannot be set with some types of alloy wheel because they do not have continuous rims and confuse the laser. Too much toe in will make the steering very light. Too much toe out will lead to severe tyre inner shoulder wear.
On V6s, the bottom hose is held on by a wire clip and can pop off, losing all the coolant. Has been a tsb mod fitting a jubilee clip, but very hard to get at and sometimes not properly fixed.
Automatic transmission failure rate on 2.5s and 3.0s more than 4 years old increasing. If low mileage and Jaguar serviced, Jaguar usually contributes. JATCO advises owners not to carry out AUTOMATIC transmission fluid changes hemselves because it's difficult to ensure the correct amount is added (the gearbox needs to be run to a specific temperature - This requires diagnostic equipment) and probably they will use the wrong oil, e.g. Land Rover Discovery ATF is different from a Land Rover Freelander, and Jaguar X-Type (Jatco) uses different ATF to a Land Rover Freelander (Jatco).
On early cars (6 - 7 years old) outer CV joints may need replacing at a cost of £332 at a Jaguar dealer because both reluctor rings can break causing the ABS to stop working. Expanding corrosion of the cast iron under the alloy rings breaks them off.
If ABS and DSC warnings light up on the dash then check whether or not the rear brake lights are working. If not the problem may be nothing more than a blown fuse.
Late X-Types on 2008-2009/59 reg best avoided as quality went down because a lot of the workforce was working notice and because a lot of the cars sat in compounds for extended periods before being sold.
16-08-2011:
On 2.5 and 3.0 V6, a rumble from the front may mean that the bottom crank pulley damper assembly 4659709 is starting to separate around the rubber insert in the middle of the flat dinner plate sized wheel. Costs £83.23 + vat. Pulley Assy £25.47 +vat and the V-Belt £17.86+vat Total Labour £82.00. Separation is usuallly more marked on the inside than the side one can observe. If it fails completely then engine is written off.
22-08-2011:
2.0D can go sluggish due to a faulty heat sensor in the cylinder block, which can be difficult to trace as may not register in ECU.
07-01-2012:
Tip if 2.0 or 2.2 diesel will start, but refuses to tick over in cold weather. Probably caused by engine fuel pump valve sensor sticking. Withdraw dip stick, remove oil filler cap, and remove plastic engine cover which is only held by simple rubber grommets. The unit is located beside the radiator just behind the offside headlamp.a slight tap should release it.
21-02-2012:
Apparently 2009 X Type diesels were fitted with clutches manufactured by either Borg & Beck or AP. Some have repeatedly failed and been replced by a more reliable LUK clutch.
07-11-2013:
Difficulty of engaging 1st on a 2004 2.5 AWD was due to failing DMF and clutch. Replacement, togeter with new sump and oil cooler an=mounted to £1,400.
04-08-2015:
Report of sudden surging of 2004 Jaguar X-Type 2.2 diesel while decellerating. On braking hard, dash indicated "cruise control cancelled". This is the subject of a 2011 Recall: R/2011/108.
January 2001
Engine range began with 195bhp 2,495cc Duratec V6 offering 180lb ft torque at 3,000rpm and 231bhp 2,968cc Duratec V6 with 210lb ft torque at 3,000rpm. Five speed manual and five speed automatic transmissions available with both engines.
Performance of 2.5 manual is 0-60mph in 7.9 seconds, 140mph top speed, combined mpg of 29.5 and CO2 emissions of 234g/km. 3.0 manual gets to 60 in 6.6 seconds, goes on to 146mph, delivers a combined mpg of 27.5 and emits 244g/km CO2.
Original on the Road List Prices, which include three year warranty, were: 2.5 V6: £22,000; 2.5 V6 Sport: £24,000; 2.5 V6 SE: £24,750; 3.0 V6 Sport: £25,500; 3.0 V6 SE: £26,250.
Air-Conditioning, ABS, Alloy Wheels and All-Round Airbags standard on all models. Automatic Transmission is an extra £1,250, Dynamic Stability Control an extra £480, and Rear Parking Sensors an extra £310.
January 2002
Three year UNLIMITED MILEAGE warranty on all new Jags sold by UK Jag dealers.
March 2002
2.1 litre front-drive only version from £19,995 from March 2002 puts out 156PS at 6,800rpm and 145lb ft torque at 4,100rpm. 0-60 8.9 seconds, top speed 130mph, combined consumption 30.7mpg and CO2 output 219g/km which originally gave it a BIK % of 26%.
Automatically recognises when child seat fitted to front passenger seat and de-activates the airbag.
March 2003
X Type V6 S anounced March 2003 at £20,995 with a lot of extras over the standard car.
January 2004
Got develpment of Mondeo 2.0 TDCI diesel engine early 2004. 130PS and 350Nm torque, emits 149g/km CO2, priced from £19,995.
February 2005
Diesel EU4 without the need for a particulate filter from February 2005, but CO2 up from 149g/km to 152g/km; prices from £20,995.
March 2005
XS special from March 2005 based on EU4 2.0 diesel and 2.5 V6 four wheel drive. 'Sports Collection' body styling including front spoiler, lower black mesh grille, sill appliqués, boot lid spoiler, rear valance and exhaust tail pipe trims, 18" Aruba alloy wheels and convenience pack (metallic paint, powerfold mirrors, rear park assist and carpet mats). XS Estate version offered elements of the Sports Collection, including upper and lower black mesh grill chrome tailpipe finishers and unique Proteus 18-inch alloys together with the convenience pack and silver roof rails. Colours: Midnight, Platinum, Zircon and Quartz. Advertised list prices started at £22,995 OTR.
September 2005
155PS EU4 X-Type 2.2 diesel from September 2005, with 360Nm torque and 6-speed box at last. 47.1mpg combined. CO2 159g/100km. New sound proofing. Two new exterior body colours – Winter Gold and Indigo – and a new 15-spoke, 16-inch Antares alloy wheel introduced to 2006MY X-TYPE range. 0-62 mph (0-100 kph) is reached in 8.9 seconds, top speed of 137 mph (220 kph).
Both 2.2 diesel saloon and estate car versions on sale from September 2005, prices from £22,995 for the saloon and £24,165 for the estate.
January 2008
Facelifted and revised for 2008, together with AW6 6-speed automatic for the 2.2 diesel. Priced from £21,500 for the entry model 2.0 litre diesel saloon. New 2.2 diesel automatic priced from £22,500 for the saloon and £23,900 for the estate. Facelifted X-Type went on sale in the UK in March 2008 and in other European markets in April 2008.