2004 Jaguar XJ
Only 13 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 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1984 | 1 |
| 1986 | 1 |
| 1995 | 1 |
| 1997 | 1 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 2000 | 13 |
| 2002 | 2 |
| 2003 | 2 |
| 2004 | 13 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2006 | 11 |
| 2007 | 4 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2010 | 0 |
| 2011 | 16 |
| 2012 | 7 |
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2014 | 12 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2017 | 2 |
| 2018 | 1 |
| 2019 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 13 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
4 of 13 total reports mention: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing accelerator pedal.
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Well there a problem when you have no speed all of a sudden. And there a problem with some electrical and fuel can someone help me with what's going on if there a recall or not?
NHTSA ODI report, 20260518
Also filed under FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ACCELERATOR AND BRAKE PEDAL ARE TOO CLOSE TOGETHER CAUSING ME TO DEPRESS BOTH PEDELS AT THE SAME TIME WHEN TRYING TO STOP CAR. DEALER ADVISED ME TO TAKE THIS COMPLAINT TO ANOTHER LEVEL SINCE THERE ARE NO REMEDIES AVAILABLE. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20041230
Also filed under SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
3 of 13 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
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BRAKING ON STREET TO TURN INTO HOUSE DRIVE WHEN THE CAR SUDDENLY INCREASED SPEED AND BEFORE I COULD GET IT IN NEUTRAL I CRASHED INTO A HOUSE STONE WALL. PICTURES ON REQUEST.
NHTSA ODI report, 20160803
Also filed under ENGINE and STRUCTURE
2 of 13 total reports mention: suspension.
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MADE A 500 MILE ROAD WHEN THE AIR SUSPENSION FAULT MESSAGE CAME ON ( YELLOW LIGHT), BUT THAT HAD HAPPENED PERIODICALLY AND SEEMED TO BE A COMPUTER FAULT. THE CAR RAN FINE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20190525
1 of 13 total reports mentions: wheels.
1 of 13 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing motor.
SAFETY TIMELINE
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
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE PASSENGER AIR BAG TRIM COMPONENTS HAVE A POOR APERTURE EDGE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE PASSENGER AIR BAG APERTURE AND, WHERE NECESSARY, REMOVE ANY SHARP, SERRATED EDGES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 14, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT JAGUAR AT 1-800-452-4827.
Campaign 04V136000 — check if this car was fixed
JAGUAR IS RECALLING 14,551 MY 2004 XJ VEHICLES. A POTENTIAL CONCERN HAS BEEN IDENTIFIED WITH THE INSTALLATION OF A NOISE VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) PAD FITTED TO THE UNDER TRAY AND ITS INTERACTION
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE UNDER TRAY AT THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE AND REMOVE AND DISCARD THE NVH PAD FITTED TO THE REAR OF THE UNDER TRAY. DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE REAR UNDER FLOOR AND REAR CROSS MEMBER
Campaign 09V144000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2004 Jaguar XJ — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (4 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 04V024000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 04V136000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 09V144000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2004 Jaguar XJ 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 XJ?
The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 31% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2004 Jaguar XJ have?
3 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.