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2011 Jaguar XJ problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 27 complaints on file for the 2011 Jaguar XJ — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 3 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

27

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

0

Investigations

7

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

7

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2011 compare to other XJ years?

XJ NHTSA complaints by model year, 2011 highlighted27 complaints1969: 0 complaints1970: 0 complaints1971: 0 complaints1972: 0 complaints1984: 1 complaints1986: 1 complaints1995: 1 complaints1997: 1 complaints1998: 12 complaints2000: 14 complaints2002: 3 complaints2003: 2 complaints2004: 18 complaints2005: 9 complaints2006: 15 complaints2007: 7 complaints2008: 8 complaints2010: 0 complaints2011: 27 complaints2012: 10 complaints2013: 10 complaints2014: 15 complaints2015: 15 complaints2016: 8 complaints2017: 3 complaints2018: 1 complaints2019: 1 complaints
XJ NHTSA complaints by model year, 2011 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2011 Jaguar XJ problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System726%
Engine726%
Airbags311%
Transmission311%
Fuel System27%
Brakes27%
Speed Control14%
Other14%
Visibility & Wipers14%

Does the 2011 Jaguar XJ have recalls?

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

20V557000AirbagsSeptember 12, 2020 · 12 units

Defect

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2010-2011 and 2017 XJ vehicles. The Restraint Control Module (RCM) software may cause the frontal air bags to deploy improperly in the event of a frontal impact crash.

Consequence

Failure of the air bags to deploy properly increases the risk of injury in a crash.

Remedy

Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will update the RCM software, free of charge. The recall began October 7, 2020. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-369-1000. Jaguar's number for this recall is H294.

17V394000AirbagsJune 22, 2017 · 4,926 units

Defect

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2010-2011 XJ vehicles. If, while servicing the vehicle, the vehicle does not successfully receive an update to the Restraint Control Module (RCM) software, the default air bag calibration settings may be incorrect.

Consequence

In the event of a crash, the incorrect calibration may not activate the air bag deployment as intended, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will update the RCM with the latest software, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2017. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H034.

10V578000Visibility & WipersNovember 12, 2010 · 6,475 units

Defect

JAGUAR IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010-2011 XJ VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 28, 2009, THROUGH NOVEMBER 3, 2010. THE FRONT WIPER ARMS TO SPINDLE FIXINGS WERE NOT TORQUED TO SPECIFICATION DURING MANUFACTURING. AS A RESULT, THE SECURING NUTS COULD FAIL TO PERFORM AS INTENDED, RESULTING IN A LOSS OF WIPER ARM SYNCHRONIZATION AND A CLASH OF THE WIPER ARMS.

Consequence

IF THE WIPER ARMS LOSE SYNCHRONIZATION AND CLASH, THEY COULD DETACH FROM THE VEHICLE, REDUCING A DRIVER'S VISIBILITY AND INCREASING THE RISK OF CRASH.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL ENSURE THE WIPER ARMS ARE FITTED SECURELY ONTO THE SPINDLE AND THE SECURING NUTS WILL BE TIGHTENED TO THE CORRECT TORQUE. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE DECEMBER 13, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT JAGUAR AT 1-800-637-6837.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“The contact owned a 2011 Jaguar XJ. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle decelerated independently. The contact pulled over to the shoulder of the roadway and had the vehicle towed. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · October 2, 2017

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2011 JAGUAR XJ. WHILE DRIVING ON A WET ROAD AT 55 MPH, THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE FISHTAILED DOWN THE ROAD INTO THE GUARDRAIL CABLE. THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED HEAD AND RIB…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · April 25, 2014 · crash

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2011 JAGUAR XJ. WHILE DRIVING ON A WET ROAD AT 55 MPH, THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE FISHTAILED DOWN THE ROAD INTO THE GUARDRAIL CABLE. THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED HEAD AND RIB…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · April 25, 2014 · crash

“The contact's husband owned a 2011 Jaguar XJ. The contact stated that while her husband was attempting to park in a parking space and the brake pedal depressed, the vehicle independently accelerated. The contact attempted to decrease the vehicle's speed by going over a bump however the vehicle…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · August 5, 2024 · crash

“TAKATA RECALL; WHILE DRIVING GOT A STRONG SMELL OF GAS INSIDE THE CAR. PULLED INTO SERVICE STATION AND ATTENDED ACCESS FUEL PUMP OPENING UNDER REAR SEAT. FUEL WAS SHOOTING OUT OF A SMALL PIN HOLE CRACK IN THE FUEL FLANGE TOP. POOLING UP INSIDE THE FUEL PUMP CAVITY AND RUNNING DOWN THE OUTSIDE OF…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · May 15, 2017

2011 Jaguar XJ — common questions

Is the 2011 Jaguar XJ reliable?

The record is thin — 27 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 3 recalls should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 2011 XJ problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (7 complaints), engine (7 complaints), transmission (3 complaints).

Does the 2011 Jaguar XJ have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2011 Jaguar XJ. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

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.