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2015 Jaguar XJ problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 15 complaints on file for the 2015 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. Complainants reported 11 injuries in total across these filings.

15

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

0

Investigations

7

Crash-involved

5

Fires reported

11

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2015 compare to other XJ years?

XJ NHTSA complaints by model year, 2015 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, 2015 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2015 Jaguar XJ problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Other427%
Speed Control320%
Brakes213%
Steering17%
Tires & Wheels17%
Airbags17%
Transmission17%
Electrical System17%
Engine17%

Does the 2015 Jaguar XJ have recalls?

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

15V037000AirbagsJanuary 27, 2015 · 1,346 units

Defect

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2015 Jaguar XJ vehicles manufactured July 2, 2014, to December 4, 2014. The affected vehicles may have an incorrect description of the operation of Occupant Sensor System (OSS) in the owner's manual. Since the manual does not correspond with the actual Air Bag Status Indicator Lamp, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Consequence

If the occupant does not correctly understand how air bag functions, they may be at an increased risk of personal injury in the event of a crash.

Remedy

Jaguar will notify owners, and supply a supplement to add to the owner's handbook, free of charge. The recall began March 2, 2015. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J050.

14V741000BrakesNovember 19, 2014 · 1,571 units

Defect

Jaguar Land Rover North America (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Jaguar XJ vehicles manufactured February 6, 2014, to July 23, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the brake line junctions under the vehicle may leak brake fluid.

Consequence

A brake fluid leak may reduce the vehicle's braking ability, requiring additional distance to stop the vehicle, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake line junctions, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on January 16, 2015. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J048.

14V673000Electrical SystemOctober 27, 2014 · 272 units

Defect

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2015 F-TYPE vehicles manufactured August 25, 2014, to September 12, 2014, 2015 XF vehicles manufactured September 3, 2014, to September 12, 2014, and 2015 XJ vehicles manufactured August 21, 2014, to September 11, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the Front End Accessory Drive (FEAD) belt, Power Assisted Steering (PAS) pump pulley and/or battery positive cable at the alternator may detach.

Consequence

If the battery positive cable loosens, an electrical short may result, increasing the risk of a fire. If the FEAD belt looses or detaches, the vehicle may lose power assisted steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Jaguar has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the affected engine mounted components for the proper threading and torque, correcting them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 10, 2014. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J044.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“EARLY ONE MORNING WE FOUND OUR CAR ENGULFED IN FLAMES. FIRE APPARENTLY STARTED IN TRUNK AREA, WHERE BATTERY IS CONTAINED. THE CAR HAD NOT BEEN DRIVEN THAT DAY. FIRE 'INVESTIGATION' REVEALED NOTHING. CAR WAS A TOTAL LOSS. THIS MODEL HAD A RECALL THAT WAS SUPPOSEDLY FIXED 5 WEEKS PRIOR TO MY CAR…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · September 28, 2016 · fire

“I WAS CALMLY DRIVING SLOWER THAN 35 MPH ON A CITY STREET WHEN THE CAR SUDDENLY SLOWED DOWN AND STOPPED RESPONDING TO THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. WHEN I TRIED TO STEP ON THE GAS I HEARD A BIG EXPLOSION-LIKE SOUND. THEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THE CAR ACCELERATED TO WHAT SEEMS LIKE OVER 100 MPH AND THE BREAKS DID…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Speed Control · November 30, 2019 · crash · fire

“MY 2015 JAGUAR XJ , WHICH WAS IN PARK GEAR - WITH ENGINE RUNNING, STARTED ROLLING BACK ON THE DRIVEWAY IN A DANGEROUS AND UNEXPLAINED FASHION AND ALMOST HIT MY KIDS AND I. THERE WAS NO-ONE IN THE CAR, AND I WAS ABLE TO BRING THE CAR TO A STOP BY JUMPING IN AND SLAMMING THE BRAKES. THE CAR WAS…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · January 31, 2021

“The contact owns a 2015 Jaguar XJ. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 50 MPH, the steering wheel unexpectedly seized with no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that as a result of the failure, the vehicle hydroplaned and collided with a jersey wall. The contact…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · January 12, 2026 · crash

“EARLY ONE MORNING WE FOUND OUR CAR ENGULFED IN FLAMES. FIRE APPARENTLY STARTED IN TRUNK AREA, WHERE BATTERY IS CONTAINED. THE CAR HAD NOT BEEN DRIVEN THAT DAY. FIRE 'INVESTIGATION' REVEALED NOTHING. CAR WAS A TOTAL LOSS. THIS MODEL HAD A RECALL THAT WAS SUPPOSEDLY FIXED 5 WEEKS PRIOR TO MY CAR…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · September 28, 2016 · fire

2015 Jaguar XJ — common questions

Is the 2015 Jaguar XJ reliable?

The record is thin — 15 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 2015 XJ problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are other (4 complaints), speed control (3 complaints), brakes (2 complaints).

Does the 2015 Jaguar XJ have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2015 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.