2012 Jaguar XJ
Only 7 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 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 7
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
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Complaints per year
2012: 7 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 7 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Engine
3 of 7 total reports mention: engine.
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I took my car in for an alignment. After checking under the car, the mechanics realized that the coolant tubing was made of plastic and broke. They stated that if I drove the car, I would be in danger of the car smoking and maybe catching fire.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-07-22
Visibility
1 of 7 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing sun/moon roof assembly.
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2012 Jaguar XJ. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle sunroof malfunction. *smd the consumer stated the electronic shade wouldn't close all the way.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-06-16
Structure
1 of 7 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing body.
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I have spent thousands of dollars repairing the suede lining on the interior of the car. Now, I can't even find anyone that will touch it! The wood grain has faded and the vehicle is garage kept.
NHTSA ODI report, 2021-01-26
Service brakes
1 of 7 total reports mentions: service brakes.
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Applying brakes my foot also hits the gas pedal which makes the car leap forward.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-04-16
Latches/locks/linkages
1 of 7 total reports mentions: latches/locks/linkages, most commonly citing latch.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2012 Jaguar XJ. On a cold day, the contact noticed that the door latch was frozen and could not be locked without warning. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-01-20
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2012 Jaguar XJ — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Visibility: 1 report on file for this year.
- Structure: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2012 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 2012 Jaguar XJ?
- The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 43% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2012 Jaguar XJ 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.