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2005 Jaguar S-Type problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 115 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 3.2 times the median S-Type year — the 2005 model ranks #3 of 10 S-Type years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.

The trouble concentrates in one system: fuel system issues account for 42% of all reports (48 of 115), far ahead of brakes at 19.

115

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

0

Investigations

20

Crash-involved

1

Fires reported

4

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2005 compare to other S-Type years?

S-Type NHTSA complaints by model year, 2005 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, 2005 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2005 Jaguar S-Type problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Fuel System4842%
Brakes1917%
Electrical System109%
Airbags87%
Engine65%
Tires & Wheels54%
Other43%
Transmission43%
Speed Control33%
Lighting33%
Latches & Locks22%
Steering11%
Body & Structure11%
Visibility & Wipers11%

Does the 2005 Jaguar S-Type have recalls?

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

06V418000Fuel SystemOctober 31, 2006 · 13,655 units

Defect

SOME PASSENGER VEHICLES MAY HAVE FUEL TANKS IN WHICH THE FUEL DELIVERY MODULE (FDM), JET PUMP MODULE (JPM), AND/OR CLUSTER VALVE (CV) SEALS ARE NOT PROPERLY RETAINED IN THE FUEL TANK. THIS MAY RESULT IN ILLUMINATION OF THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL), OR A FUEL ODOR.

Consequence

IF THE AMOUNT OF FUEL IS ABOVE THE FDM, JPM, OR CV APERTURES, FUEL MAY BE DISCHARGED ONTO THE GROUND. FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FUEL TANKS TO DETERMINE IF REVISED SEALS MAY BE USED TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE. IF NOT, DEALERS WILL THEN REPLACE THE ENTIRE FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY. DUE TO PROBLEMS IN OBTAINING THE REPLACEMENT FUEL TANKS, THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 29 THROUGH MARCH 30, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT JAGUAR AT 1-800-452-4827.

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.

04V484000OtherOctober 14, 2004 · 50,000 units

Defect

CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 135, "PASSENGER CAR BRAKE SYSTEM." THE BRAKE FLUID MASTER CYLINDER RESERVOIR IS RECESSED AND ORIENTED IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT BENEATH A LEAF SCREEN, SUCH THAT THE BRAKE FLUID WARNING STATEMENT EMBOSSED ON THE TOP OF THE RESERVOIR BODY IS NOT VISIBLE BY DIRECT VIEW.

Consequence

THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH THE STANDARD.

Remedy

OWNERS WILL BE SENT LETTERS WHICH WILL INCLUDE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AND LABELS CONTAINING THE REQUIRED WARNING STATEMENT. IF THEY PREFER, OWNERS MAY CONTACT DEALERS TO HAVE THEM INSTALL THE LABELS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 25, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT JAGUAR AT 1-800-452-4827.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“MY WIFE AND I WERE GIVEN A REPLACEMENT JAGUAR S-TYPE ON 05/03/2005 BY SMITH CO. MOTOR CARS OF CHARLESTON, WV. AFTER THEY WERE UNABLE TO REPAIR A JAGUAR X-TYPE THAT WE HAD BOUGHT ON 08/26/2004. WE THEN MOVED TO CALIFORNIA IN 06/2005 AND MY HUSBAND DROVE THE CAR CROSS-COUNTRY TO CA WITHOUT ANY…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · August 7, 2006 · crash

“MY 2005 JAGUAR 3.0 S WAS PROCEEDING EASTWARD ON A CITY STREET WITHIN THE 30 MPH SPEED LIMIT WHEN IT BECAME NECESSARY TO MAKE A SUDDEN STOP TO AVOID A CAR STOPPED IN TRAFFIC LANE. BRAKES FAILED TO OPERATE. BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR WITH NO SLOWING OF VEHICLE AT ALL CAUSING MY CAR TO HIT THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · May 3, 2005 · crash

“I WAS DRIVING, AND I SMELLED SMOKE SO I DECIDED TO PULL OVER. UPON CLOSER EXAMINATION I DISCOVERED THAT THE SMOKE WAS COMING FROM THE GARAGE DOOR OPENER, WHICH I NEVER USE! WHEN I TOUCHED THE COVER FOR THE GARAGE DOOR OPENER IT WAS HOT. WITHIN A FEW MINUTES MY CAR WAS FILLED WITH SMOKE, AND A SMALL…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · July 21, 2014 · fire

“WHILE DRIVING A JAGUAR RENTAL CAR FROM HERTZ WE WERE BROAD SIDED ON THE PASSENGER SIDE BY A LIMOUSINE RUNNING A RED LIGHT. THE FORCE OF THE IMPACT PUSHED OUR CAR INTO AN SUV IN THE TURN LANE BEFORE OUR CAR LANDED ON THE MEDIAN. THE CAR WAS TOTALED. THE AIRBAG INDICATOR LIGHT APPEARED IN THE PANEL,…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · November 24, 2004 · crash

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 JAGUAR S-TYPE. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR REMAINED ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT FUEL WAS LEAKING FROM THE FUEL TANK AND THE FUEL TANK NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED.…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · May 9, 2017

2005 Jaguar S-Type — common questions

Is the 2005 Jaguar S-Type reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 115 complaints put the 2005 model at #3 of 10 S-Type years. It is one of the S-Type years to avoid.

What are the most common 2005 S-Type problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are fuel system (48 complaints), brakes (19 complaints), electrical system (10 complaints).

Does the 2005 Jaguar S-Type have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2005 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.