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2000 Jaguar S-Type problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 178 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 4.9 times the median S-Type year — the 2000 model ranks #1 of 10 S-Type years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list. Complainants reported 15 injuries in total across these filings.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across transmission (41), engine (26), and visibility & wipers (24), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.

178

NHTSA complaints

4

Recalls

0

Investigations

11

Crash-involved

2

Fires reported

15

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2000 compare to other S-Type years?

S-Type NHTSA complaints by model year, 2000 highlighted178 complaints1999: 2 complaints2000: 178 complaints2001: 105 complaints2002: 30 complaints2003: 152 complaints2004: 39 complaints2005: 115 complaints2006: 33 complaints2007: 8 complaints2008: 15 complaints
S-Type NHTSA complaints by model year, 2000 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2000 Jaguar S-Type problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Transmission4123%
Engine2615%
Visibility & Wipers2413%
Suspension1810%
Electrical System1810%
Airbags137%
Brakes84%
Speed Control74%
Tires & Wheels42%
Seat Belts32%
Other32%
Lighting32%
Fuel System32%
Climate Control (A/C & Heat)32%
Body & Structure21%
Steering11%
Latches & Locks11%

Does the 2000 Jaguar S-Type have recalls?

4 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

06E056000Fuel SystemJune 13, 2006 · 58,640 units

Defect

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.

06E043000Fuel SystemMay 19, 2006 · 88,303 units

Defect

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).

00V359002SuspensionNovember 6, 2000 · 38,681 units

Defect

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.

00V228004Seat BeltsAugust 25, 2000 · 5,477 units

Defect

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS I'VE HAD PROBLEMS WITH MY 2000 S TYPE JAGUAR. THE TRANSMISSION CAUSES MANY SAFETY PROBLEMS. SUCH AS NOT SHIFTING, HESITATION ETC. WHICH COULD BE A MAJOR SAFETY ISSUE WHILE DRIVING ON THE HWY. ONCE MY FIANCE WAS DRIVING THE VEHICLE AND THE HESITATION OF THE TRANSMISSION CAUSED…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · July 6, 2006 · crash

“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…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · November 5, 2012 · fire

“ALL 4 POWER WINDOW REGULATORS HAVE NOW FAILED. FIRST ONE WAS UNDER WARRANTY - FOLLOWING WERE NOT. CALLED JAGUAR AND WAS TOLD THAT THIS IS NOT A DEFECT AND IS MY RESPONSIBILITY. I FEEL THAT IF ALL 4 WINDOW REGULATORS HAVE FAILED, IT IS A DEFECT, AND PERSONNEL AT THE JAGUAR DEALERSHIP TOLD ME THAT IT…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Visibility & Wipers · October 14, 2004

“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…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · November 5, 2012 · fire

“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…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · May 13, 2022

2000 Jaguar S-Type — common questions

Is the 2000 Jaguar S-Type reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 178 complaints put the 2000 model at #1 of 10 S-Type years. It is one of the S-Type years to avoid.

What are the most common 2000 S-Type problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are transmission (41 complaints), engine (26 complaints), visibility & wipers (24 complaints).

Does the 2000 Jaguar S-Type have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns affecting the 2000 Jaguar S-Type. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Jaguar S-Type years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the S-Type years to avoid are 2000, 2003, 2005, 2001. The cleanest record among S-Type years belongs to 1999.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.