2003 Jaguar S-Type

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2003 Jaguar S-Type
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:00:49.792Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Jaguar S-Type Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2003 highlighted. 1999: 0 complaints 1999 2000: 141 complaints 2001: 79 complaints 2001 2002: 24 complaints 2003: 100 complaints 2003 2004: 25 complaints 2005: 85 complaints 2005 2006: 17 complaints 2007: 5 complaints 2007 2008: 7 complaints 2008
2003: 100 complaints
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YearComplaints
19990
2000141
200179
200224
2003100
200425
200585
200617
20075
20087

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 17%

17% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 17 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 JAGUAR S-TYPE. THE CONTACT WAS BRAKING FOR A TRAFFIC STOP WHEN THE ENGINE RPMS INCREASED AND THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY ACCELERATED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED AS THE CONTACT WAS STILL APPLYING THE BRAKES.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130531

THE DISTANCE OF THE BRAKE PEDAL AND ACCELERATOR PEDAL ARE ALMOST THE SAME DISTANCE FROM THE CAR FLOOR AND THE PEDALS ARE CLOSE ENOUGH THAT A FOOT CAN CONTACT BOTH.

NHTSA ODI report, 20121116

PARKING BRAKE 13%

13% of complaints: parking brake — 13 distinct reports on file.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 10%

10% of complaints: electrical system — 10 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
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HAD JUST RETRIEVED CAR FROM DEALER SERVICE. WITHIN 10 BLOCKS, CAR'S BRAKES ENGAGED AND CAR SKIDDED TO STOP IN CENTER TURN LANE (LUCKY ME THAT I WAS NOT REAR-ENDED). DSC AND PARK BRAKE LIGHTS WERE ILLUMINATED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20031121

SERVICE BRAKES 9%

9% of complaints: service brakes — 9 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
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THE DISTANCE OF THE BRAKE PEDAL AND ACCELERATOR PEDAL ARE ALMOST THE SAME DISTANCE FROM THE CAR FLOOR AND THE PEDALS ARE CLOSE ENOUGH THAT A FOOT CAN CONTACT BOTH.

NHTSA ODI report, 20121116

ODI#11101609 - UPDATE INFORMATION. UPDATE, MY CAR RECALL PART WAS REPLACED FOR $574.04 AND I PICKED IT UP YESTERDAY 6-27-18, BY A LOCAL AUTO PARTS REPAIR SHOP, I HAVE THE BILL TO SHOW PROOF.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180628

I FOUND A RECALL ON THE ELECTRONIC PARK BRAKE MODULE FOR A DEFECT TO BE REPLACED SINCE 2005, BUT I WAS NEVER NOTIFIED. I HAVE HAD THIS VEHICLE SINCE 2007 WITH MANY SERVICES AT THE DEALERSHIP SINCE PURCHASED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180613

POWER TRAIN 7%

7% of complaints: power train — 7 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20040501 — power train

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS, WITH THE FORWARD DRIVE GEAR SELECTED AND THE VEHICLE STATIONARY OR IN A FORWARD MOTION, THE GEARBOX COULD POTENTIALLY SELECT REVERS

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 1, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT JAGUAR AT 1-201-818-8500.

Campaign 04V024000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20050115 — parking brake

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE ELECTRONIC PARK BRAKE MODULE, WHICH CONTROLS THE APPLICATION OF THE PARKING BRAKE, MAY UNINTENTIONALLY APPLY THE PARKING BRAKE WITHOUT ANY INDICATION OR WARNING TO T

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ELECTRONIC PARK BRAKE MODULE WITH THE LATEST PRODUCTION LEVER PARTS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 15, 2005. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT JAGUAR AT 1-800-452-4827.

Campaign 04V488000 — check if this car was fixed

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

2003 Jaguar S-Type — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (17 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for parking brake issues (13 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (10 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 04V024000 (power train) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 04V488000 (parking brake) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 04V484000 (equipment) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 06E056000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 2003 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 2003 Jaguar S-Type?

The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 17% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2003 Jaguar S-Type have?

4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.