MYRModel Year Report

2005 Jaguar S-Type

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2005 Jaguar S-Type
RENDERED 2026-08-02T14:23:05.543Z

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, 2005 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
2005: 85 complaints
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YearComplaints
19990
2000141
200179
200224
2003100
200425
200585
200617
20075
20087

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 27%

27% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 23 distinct reports on file.

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There are 2 recalls that apply to my car and Jag wants to do nothing, as expected.

NHTSA ODI report, 20241130

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 21%

21% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 18 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
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The contact owns a 2005 Jaguar S-Type. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact became aware of a fuel odor inside the cabin of the vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 20231107

SERVICE BRAKES 13%

13% of complaints: service brakes — 11 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 JAGUAR S-TYPE. WHILE REVERSING AT APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE VEHICLE MADE AN ABNORMAL BEEPING NOISE AND THE BRAKES MALFUNCTIONED. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20150204

MY VECHILE EMERGENCY BRAKE SELF ENGAGED WITHOUT SELECTING EMERGENCY CONTROL. THEREFORE MY VECHILE WHEELS LOCKED UNABLE TO MOVED MAYBE FEW FEET STOPPED UNABLE TO MOVE FORWARD OR BACKUP. DRIVING ON A CITY STREET IN DETROIT MICHIGAN.

NHTSA ODI report, 20171129

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 7%

7% of complaints: electrical system — 6 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE
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I WAS DRIVING, AND I SMELLED SMOKE SO I DECIDED TO PULL OVER. UPON CLOSER EXAMINATION I DISCOVERED THAT THE SMOKE WAS COMING FROM THE GARAGE DOOR OPENER, WHICH I NEVER USE! WHEN I TOUCHED THE COVER FOR THE GARAGE DOOR OPENER IT WAS HOT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140722

PARKING BRAKE 6%

6% of complaints: parking brake — 5 distinct reports on file.

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

R 20070129 — fuel system, gasoline

SOME PASSENGER VEHICLES MAY HAVE FUEL TANKS IN WHICH THE FUEL DELIVERY MODULE (FDM), JET PUMP MODULE (JPM), AND/OR CLUSTER VALVE (CV) SEALS ARE NOT PROPERLY RETAINED IN THE FUEL TANK. THIS MAY RESULT

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FUEL TANKS TO DETERMINE IF REVISED SEALS MAY BE USED TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE. IF NOT, DEALERS WILL THEN REPLACE THE ENTIRE FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY. DUE TO PROBLEMS IN OBTAINING THE

Campaign 06V418000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2005 Jaguar S-Type — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (23 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (18 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (11 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 04V484000 (equipment) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 06E056000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 06V418000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2005 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 2005 Jaguar S-Type?

The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2005 Jaguar S-Type have?

3 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.