2011 Jaguar XJ
Only 16 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 16 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 16
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2011
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2011: 16 complaints
View as data table
| 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 16 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Engine
6 of 16 total reports mention: engine.
Electrical system
5 of 16 total reports mention: electrical system.
Show complaint excerpts
The contact's husband owned a 2011 Jaguar XJ. The contact stated that while her husband was attempting to park in a parking space and the brake pedal depressed, the vehicle independently accelerated.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-08-19
Also filed under Power train and air bags
This vehicle has had numerous"Unusual" Issues from "Stick-to-your-fingers" Control buttons that were changed under warranty to a faulty alarm system that goes off randomly once activated,to exceptionally slow touch screen functions that can only be...
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-06-19
Power train
3 of 16 total reports mention: power train.
Air bags
3 of 16 total reports mention: air bags.
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Tl* the contact owned a 2011 Jaguar XJ. While driving on a wet road at 55 MPH, the contact lost control of the vehicle. The vehicle fishtailed down the road into the guardrail cable. The front end of the vehicle was destroyed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2016-06-03
Also filed under Parking brake and traction control system
Takata recall - Jaguar and/or tanaka should bear the financial cost to get our unit to a Jaguar dealer. This is their serious deficiency.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-08-22
Visibility
1 of 16 total reports mentions: visibility.
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Tl*the contact owns a 2011 Jaguar XJ. The contact stated that the heated windshield distorted his vision while driving. The street signs and lights also appear to have a halo and become blurry.
NHTSA ODI report, 2011-01-18
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2010-12-13Visibility10V578000 Jaguar is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 XJ vehicles manufactured from July 28, 2009, through November 3, 2010. The front wiper arms to spindle fixings were not torqued to specification…
Remedy: Dealers will ensure the wiper arms are fitted securely onto the spindle and the securing nuts will be tightened to the correct torque. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety…
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2017-08-15Air bags17V394000 Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2010-2011 XJ vehicles.
Remedy: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will update the RCM with the latest software, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2017. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H034.
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2020-10-07Air bags20V557000 Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2010-2011 and 2017 XJ vehicles. The Restraint Control Module (RCM) software may cause the frontal air bags to deploy improperly in the event of a frontal impact crash.
Remedy: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will update the RCM software, free of charge. The recall began October 7, 2020. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-369-1000. Jaguar's number for this recall is H294.
Buy-smart checklist
2011 Jaguar XJ — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 3 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 10V578000 · Visibility
- Recall 17V394000 · Air bags
- Recall 20V557000 · Air bags
FAQ
- Is the 2011 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 2011 Jaguar XJ?
- The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2011 Jaguar XJ have?
- 3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.