Whats wrong with a jaguar x-Type?
What are the most common problems with a used Jaguar X-Type saloon? Door latches have a habit of failing and need replacing, and likewise the remote central locking key fob can lose its connection to the car and has to be reprogrammed.
How reliable is the jaguar x-Type?
The result is a car that’s now a very reasonable second-hand buy, even though it’s still good to drive and looks distinctive. However, a questionable reliability record means owners are falling out of love with the ageing Jag – so if you’re tempted, make sure you go for the latest model you can afford.
Are jaguar x-Type diesels reliable?
The diesel is only available in front-drive form and is generally reliable but can get expensive at high mileage, notably when injector problems arise. Given that few people buy the X-Type as a high-mileage car these days, we’d suggest the petrol V6 is the sensible option.
Is the Jaguar X Type A good car?
No car is perfect, but we’ve gathered everything relating to the Jaguar X-TYPE reliability here to help you decide if it’s a smart buy. Is a Volvo C70 or Jaguar X-Type a good first budget car in Australia? I wouldn’t recommend either of them as a budget buy, unless you have deep pockets. They are both too old.
What to do if your Jaguar X type breaks?
You will need to replace the small radius arm to fix the issue. The gear lever cover is known for splitting on the X-Type. You will need to fit a replacement gear lever cover to fix the problem. You can search for your replacement gear lever cover here. The cooling fan module is prone to failure, particularly on pre-2003 models.
Why does my Jaguar X type not grip?
The rear of the vehicle should grip as well as the front and if not, this issue is caused by a faulty small radius arm. Common symptoms of the problem are the rear end feeling wobbly, or loose. You will need to replace the small radius arm to fix the issue. The gear lever cover is known for splitting on the X-Type.
What are the problems with a Jaguar X?
Jaguar X Type Common Problems and Solutions 1 Brake Pedal Staying Down (Diesel Models) 2 Engine Stalling (2.0-ltr Models) 3 Engine Rumbling 4 Indicator Light Malfunction 5 Wobbling on Corners 6 Loose Front Seats 7 Heavy Clutch 8 Automatic gearbox problems 9 Rear suspension problems 10 Gear lever cover failure
How many problems have been reported on the Jaguar X type?
Jaguar X-type owners have reported a total of 461 problems for their cars built in the 7 model years listed in the chart below. The chart shows the number of problems reported across all service years for each given model year of the Jaguar X-type.
Is it legal to drive a Jaguar X type?
It is not legal to drive a car with a broken indicator, but it’s hard to know that you have a problem until someone points it out to you. X-types built between January 2001, and October 2002 have a known issue with faulty indicators, and you will need to replace yours with a new one from our parts page if you want to drive it legally.
What does heavy clutch mean on Jaguar X type?
A heavy clutch is a sign that your entire clutch system is going to need replacing, which you need to do before it fails completely and causes additional damage to the car. We have clutch systems for the X-Type in stock and can deliver straight to you.
Why is my Honda X type not accelerating?
The automatic gearbox on the X-Type is prone to problems. If you are finding that the car is not accelerating smoothly, but there is a delay and then it surges forward, these are common gearbox problem symptoms. It may also be clunking into gear.