MYRModel Year Report

2002 Jaguar S-Type

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2002 Jaguar S-Type
RENDERED 2026-09-17T03:36:07.117Z

Only 24 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 24 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Jaguar S-Type Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2002 highlighted. 2000: 141 complaints 2000 2001: 79 complaints 2002: 24 complaints 2002 2003: 100 complaints 2004: 25 complaints 2004 2005: 85 complaints 2006: 17 complaints 2006 2007: 5 complaints 2008: 7 complaints 2008
2002: 24 complaints
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YearComplaints
19990
2000141
200179
200224
2003100
200425
200585
200617
20075
20087

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 24 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

POWER TRAIN

10 of 24 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission and manual transmission.

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 JAGUAR S-TYPE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE IGNITION KEY WAS TURNED TO THE ON POSITION, IT WAS DIFFICULT FOR THE VEHICLE TO SHIFT OUT OF THE PARK POSITION.

NHTSA ODI report, 20150820

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

6 of 24 total reports mention: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing cruise control.

CRASH INJURY
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I WAS BACKING OUT OF MY GARAGE AND BACKING DOWN MY VERY STEEP DRIVEWAY. I PUT MY FOOT ON THE BRAKES AND DISCOVERED I HAD NO BRAKES AND NO STEERING. THE CAR ACCELERATED DOWN DRIVEWAY AND DOWN MY NEIGHBORS HILL. THE CAR WAS STOPPED BY A TREE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20030314

THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED SUDDEN ACCELERATION, WHICH CAUSED AN ACCIDENT.*JB

NHTSA ODI report, 20030227

AFTER STARTING VEHICLE, PUT IT IN REVERSE GEAR AND IT ACCELERATED AT HIGH SPEED. COULDN'T STOP VEHICLE WITH BRAKES, RESULTING IN A MAJOR ACCIDENT. CONTACTED DEALER.*AK CONSUMER HAD FOOT ON BRAKE CONTINUALLY. THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS NEVER TOUCHED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20020717

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

3 of 24 total reports mention: electrical system.

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 JAGUAR S-TYPE. WHILE PARKED, THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO UNLOCK THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR FROM THE EXTERIOR OF THE VEHICLE WITH THE KEY BUT TO NO AVAIL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING.

NHTSA ODI report, 20121101

SUSPENSION

2 of 24 total reports mention: suspension.

TIRES

2 of 24 total reports mention: tires, most commonly citing sidewall.

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 JAGUAR S-TYPE EQUIPPED WITH CONTINENTAL TOURINGCONTACT AS TIRES, SIZE 235/50/R17, DOT A3753LV2405. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED EXCESSIVE VIBRATION COMING FROM THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120712

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20050125 — equipment

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 AN

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 LAB

Campaign 04V484000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20060804 — fuel system, gasoline

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

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.

Campaign 06E056000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2002 Jaguar S-Type — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (10 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 04V484000 (equipment) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 06E056000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2002 Jaguar S-Type reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2002 Jaguar S-Type?

The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 42% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2002 Jaguar S-Type have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.