2013 Jaguar XJ

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2013 Jaguar XJ
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:55:17.129Z

Only 8 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 8 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

Complaints
8

Too few to rank

Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 2013

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1984: 1 complaint 1984 1986: 1 complaint 1995: 1 complaint 1997: 1 complaint 1997 1998: 11 complaints 2000: 13 complaints 2002: 2 complaints 2002 2003: 2 complaints 2004: 13 complaints 2005: 6 complaints 2005 2006: 11 complaints 2007: 4 complaints 2008: 5 complaints 2008 2010: 0 complaints 2011: 16 complaints 2012: 7 complaints 2013: 8 complaints 2013 8 2014: 12 complaints 2015: 7 complaints 2016: 8 complaints 2017: 2 complaints 2018: 1 complaint 2018 2019: 1 complaint
1984: 1 complaint 1984 1986: 1 complaint 1995: 1 complaint 1995 1997: 1 complaint 1998: 11 complaints 1998 2000: 13 complaints 2002: 2 complaints 2002 2003: 2 complaints 2004: 13 complaints 2004 2005: 6 complaints 2006: 11 complaints 2006 2007: 4 complaints 2008: 5 complaints 2008 2010: 0 complaints 2011: 16 complaints 2011 2012: 7 complaints 2013: 8 complaints 2013 8 2014: 12 complaints 2015: 7 complaints 2015 2016: 8 complaints 2017: 2 complaints 2017 2018: 1 complaint 2019: 1 complaint 2019
1984: 1 complaint 1984 1986: 1 complaint 1986 1995: 1 complaint 1995 1997: 1 complaint 1997 1998: 11 complaints 1998 2000: 13 complaints 2000 2002: 2 complaints 2002 2003: 2 complaints 2003 2004: 13 complaints 2004 2005: 6 complaints 2005 2006: 11 complaints 2006 2007: 4 complaints 2007 2008: 5 complaints 2008 2010: 0 complaints 2010 2011: 16 complaints 2011 2012: 7 complaints 2012 2013: 8 complaints 2013 8 2014: 12 complaints 2014 2015: 7 complaints 2015 2016: 8 complaints 2016 2017: 2 complaints 2017 2018: 1 complaint 2018 2019: 1 complaint 2019

2013: 8 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19841
19861
19951
19971
199811
200013
20022
20032
200413
20056
200611
20074
20085
20100
201116
20127
20138
201412
20157
20168
20172
20181
20191

Known problem areas

Only 8 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Power train

2 of 8 total reports mention: power train.

Show complaint excerpts

While at a stop light, engine revved up and the car started rolling forward. I had to brake hard to stop it. This happened about 3 more times over the next 2 months.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-04-10

Also filed under Engine

Engine

2 of 8 total reports mention: engine.

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Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Jaguar XJ. While driving approximately 65 MPH, the low coolant indicator illuminated even though the gauge appeared normal. The contact pulled the vehicle to the side of the road as it stalled and shut off.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-10-29

Wheels

1 of 8 total reports mentions: wheels.

Service brakes

1 of 8 total reports mentions: service brakes.

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Vehicle vibrates/shudders excessively when braking. Repeat problem. 4 brake rotor/disc and/or pad replacements in 13,000 miles over 20 months.

NHTSA ODI report, 2015-10-20

Fuel/propulsion system

1 of 8 total reports mentions: fuel/propulsion system.

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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    2014-03-14Equipment14V123000 Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2013 XF and XJ vehicles manufactured March 26, 2013, through April 10, 2013.

    Remedy: Jaguar will notify owners and dealers will re-acquire and will provide a replacement vehicle or a full refund of the purchase, free of charge. Owners may contact Jaguar at 1-855-524-8278. Jaguar's number associated with this recall is J039.

  2. R
    2014-05-05Suspension14V157000 Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 XJ, XF and XK vehicles.

    Remedy: Jaguar notified owners on May 8, 2014, and dealers will replace the nut and washer assembly on the rear toe links, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin around May 27, 2014. Owners may contact Jaguar at 1-855-524-8278.

  3. R
    2014-07-08Electrical system14V292000 Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2013 Jaguar XJ vehicles manufactured May 21, 2012, through July 10, 2012.

    Remedy: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will upload new software for the Restraints Control Module, free of charge. The recall began on July 8, 2014. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-855-524-8278.

Buy-smart checklist

2013 Jaguar XJ — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Power train: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Wheels: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 14V123000 · Equipment
  • Recall 14V157000 · Suspension
  • Recall 14V292000 · Electrical system

FAQ

Is the 2013 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 2013 Jaguar XJ?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2013 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.