2004 Jaguar Vanden Plas
Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2004: 3 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1984 | 1 |
| 1985 | 1 |
| 1988 | 1 |
| 1989 | 1 |
| 1990 | 3 |
| 1991 | 2 |
| 1992 | 0 |
| 1993 | 0 |
| 1994 | 1 |
| 1995 | 4 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1997 | 1 |
| 1998 | 12 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2000 | 4 |
| 2001 | 1 |
| 2002 | 2 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2004 | 3 |
Known problem areas
Only 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Vehicle speed control
1 of 3 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
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On Saturday, May 12, 2012 I was pulling into a parking space at the post office. The car suddenly lurched forward at a high rate of speed and my brakes were non responsive, my car slammed into the curb.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-05-17
Also filed under Service brakes
Service brakes
1 of 3 total reports mentions: service brakes.
Fuel/propulsion system
1 of 3 total reports mentions: fuel/propulsion system.
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Waiting in fast food service line; vehicle gearshift in "Drive" Foot on brake; car idling slowly but suddenly revved violently and lurched forward; jammed brakes; rear tires spinning, smoking; foot definitely didnot accidentally engage gas...
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-02-09
Engine
1 of 3 total reports mentions: engine.
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I was stopped at a stop sign. Took my foot off the brake...engine reved..slammed on the brake , but not before I it hit the vehicle I front. Sudden unintended acceleration. Second time . I have owned the vehicle three years.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-09-03
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2004 Jaguar Vanden Plas — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
- Fuel/propulsion system: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2004 Jaguar Vanden Plas 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 2004 Jaguar Vanden Plas?
- The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2004 Jaguar Vanden Plas have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.