2007 Jaguar XK
Only 15 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 15 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 15
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2007
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2007: 15 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 0 |
| 1998 | 0 |
| 1999 | 0 |
| 2000 | 0 |
| 2001 | 0 |
| 2002 | 0 |
| 2003 | 1 |
| 2004 | 0 |
| 2005 | 4 |
| 2006 | 4 |
| 2007 | 15 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2009 | 2 |
| 2010 | 3 |
| 2011 | 3 |
| 2012 | 2 |
| 2013 | 2 |
| 2014 | 3 |
| 2015 | 2 |
Known problem areas
Only 15 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Vehicle speed control
5 of 15 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
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On at least 3 occasions, my vehicle had unintended acceleration and applying brakes did not stop the car. I put it in park to stop. I took it to the Foreign performance (mechanic shop) on 11-29-23 after the first time and they said they fixed it.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-01-15
While accelerating to change lanes my vehicle went into wide open throttle. Despite removing my foot from the accelerator and slamming on the brakes the car could only be slowed to 40 MPH.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-12-18
In the evening of 10/12/2006, within one day of driving a newly purchased 2007 Jaguar XK, upon starting, the vehicle raced independently between 6 and 8,000 rpms uncontrollably.
NHTSA ODI report, 2006-10-17
Electrical system
3 of 15 total reports mention: electrical system.
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Jaquar 2007 xr xenon headlights (Bilateral!) bulbs within headlamp case actually fully melted. Caused a small contained fire, while car was pulling out of driveway.
NHTSA ODI report, 2008-08-22
Also filed under Exterior lighting
Structure
2 of 15 total reports mention: structure.
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While driving the passenger footwell became drenched with water which startled the driver and obviously the passenger who was wet and her shoes soaked in water.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-02-06
Wheels
1 of 15 total reports mentions: wheels.
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Obd2 scan shows that the run flat tires are not being protected by a low inflation warning that has been disabled for the vehicle. The recall #09V161000 is revealed by the OBD2 computer report saying that there is a recall and providing this info.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-06-20
Steering
1 of 15 total reports mentions: steering.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2009-06-08Tires09V161000 Jaguar is recalling 112 my 2007-2009 XK vehicles fitted with run flat tires for failing to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no.138, "Tire pressure monitoring…
Remedy: Dealers will update the car configuration file settings to enable the instrument cluster to flag the warning symbols as required by FMVSS 138 and associated test in the instrument cluster message…
Buy-smart checklist
2007 Jaguar XK — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Vehicle speed control: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Structure: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 09V161000 · Tires
FAQ
- Is the 2007 Jaguar XK 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 2007 Jaguar XK?
- The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2007 Jaguar XK have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.