Recalls: Jaguar X400 X-Type
Overview
Manufacturers, or importers, issue recalls for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Generally, manufacturers will inform the original buyers if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. Please note that the recalls below (if any) are for Australian-delivered vehicles only. Furthermore, the number of recalls should not be taken as an indication of a model’s reliability or its safety more generally.
Recalls: Jaguar X400 X-Type
- In March 2003, a recall was issued for Model Year 2001 to Model Year 2003 Jaguar X400 X-Type vehicles due to the dashboard indicator showing that the external lamps were working correctly when power to the indicators had been lost (PRA 2003/6021).
- In October 2004, a recall was issued for Model Year 2001 to Model Year 2003 Jaguar X400 X-Type vehicles fitted with manual transmissions and within the VIN range C00294 to D03128. When parked on an incline, with the handbrake on and the vehicle out of gear, there was a possibility that the vehicle could subsequently roll away (PRA 2004/7310).
- In October 2004, a recall was issued for Model Year 2004 Jaguar X400 X-Type vehicles fitted with a space saver spare wheel in the VIN range E00414 to E06685. For these vehicles, the speed restriction label on the space saver wheel needed to be replaced due to poor adhesion of the label to the wheel (PRA 2004/7275).
- In September 2006, a recall was issued for Jaguar X400 X-Type models fitted with the 2.1-litre engine due to an incorrect tyre placard label – the placard stated a tyre size of 255/40 ZR18 instead of 225/40 ZR18; a change of tyre in December 2003, from 205/50 R17 to 225/45 R17, was also not included within the tyre placard label (PRA 2006/8724).
- In August 2011, a recall was issued for Jaguar X-Type models produced from 2006-10, fitted with turbo-diesel engines and within the VIN range E65409 to J63579. In these vehicles, an error with interfacing systems could prevent the cruise control system from being disabled – when it was already engaged – via the brake pedal, gear change or ‘cancel’ button. As such, the driver would have to turn the engine off to disable the cruise control system (PRA 2011/12785).
Problems and faults: Jaguar X400 X-Type
Overview
This section identifies potential problems, causes and fixes based on the experiences of owners and repairers, online sources and technical service bulletins. This information is provided solely for reference purposes and AustralianCar.Reviews recommends that only properly qualified persons carry out repairs or modifications. Furthermore, the number of items below should not be taken as an indicator of a model’s reliability or the frequency with which they may occur.
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Jaguar X-Type: hissing noise from engine
In June 2004, Jaguar issued technical bulletin XT303-13 for post-2002 model year Jaguar X-Type vehicles with VINs after C00001. In these vehicles,
- the driver may hear a hissing noise from under the bonnet; and,
- the engine may hesitate when driving.
According to the technical bulletin, these concerns may be due to a vacuum leak from the O-ring seal on the Intake Manifold Tuning (IMT) valve. The O-ring could be replaced separately so that it was not necessary to replace the entire valve.
Jaguar X-Type: crankcase breather valve and Service Action S928
In January 2003, Jaguar issued amended technical bulletin XT303-S928 for 2002 model year Jaguar X-Type vehicles with VINs in the range C00295 to C59932. The crankcase breather valve in these vehicles was wearing prematurely due to resonance in the pintle spring – this was caused by an inadequacy of the valve to operate in the condition experienced. Initially, the customer would experience engine noise and rough running, misfire, excess exhaust smoke, MIL lamp illumination and excessive oil consumption. As part of Service Action S928, the black crankcase breather valve was to be replaced with an improved green or grey valve (part no. C2S 25648).
Jaguar X-Type: engine misfire and MIL illumination
In May 2002, Jaguar issued technical bulletin XT303-02 for 2002 model year Jaguar X-Type vehicles with VINs in the range C00344 to C14372. In these vehicles, the engine may misfire or the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) may illuminate due to the engine harness chafing on its mounting bracket – this could result in a short circuit to ground. For the repair procedure, please refer to the technical bulletin.
Jaguar X-Type: thermostat housing hose and Service Action S939
In May 2003, Jaguar issued amended technical bulletin XT303-S939 for 2002-03 model year Jaguar X-Type vehicles with VINs in the ranges C00294 to D28259 and D29261 to D32144. For some of these vehicles, the spring band clamp used on the hose joint between the engine oil cooler outlet hose and the thermostat housing inlet spigot was susceptible to movement (‘walking’). In extreme cases, this could lead to the failure of the joint and a loss of engine coolant. As part of Service Action S939, the existing hose clamp was to be repositioned and an additional worm drive clamp installed to prevent the hose from moving.
Jaguar X-Type: electrical problems and ‘limp home’ mode
In February 2002, Jaguar issued technical bulletin XT418-S921 for 2002 model year Jaguar X-Type vehicles with VINs in the range C50848 to C52536. Some of these vehicles may have 20 amp micro relays within the engine compartment and the passenger fuse boxes that had a bad internal connection caused by a faulty rivet within the relay. As a result, some circuits could operate intermittently and the vehicle could go into ‘limp home’ mode. To fix, all of the 20 amp micro relays within the engine compartment fuse box and the passenger fused box were to be replaced as part of Service Action S921.
Jaguar X-Type: fuel tank harness connector damage
In July 2004, Jaguar issued technical bulletin XT310-S947 for 2004 model year Jaguar X-Type vehicles with VINs in the range D55232 to D70130. In some of these vehicles, the fuel tank harness may have been damaged at the fuel pump connector joint during the manufacturing process. As a result, water could enter the harness and cause the connector to corrode. If this occurred, the engine could stop running and not restart. For affected vehicles, the fuel tank harness link lead was to be replaced as part of Service Action S947.
Jaguar X-Type: JATCO JF506E transmission replacement
In September 2003, Jaguar issued technical bulletin XT307-S941 for 2002 ‘model year’ Jaguar X-Type vehicles that were manufactured in January, February, March, September or October 2001, had 2.5- or 3.0-litre engines and JATCO JF506E automatic transmissions. These vehicles may contain a reverse clutch piston that was not durable. As a result, the driver may experience a harsh gearshift that would lead to transmission slippage and, ultimately, transmission failure. As part of Service Action S941, the transmission was to be replaced.
Jaguar X-Type: scraping noises at low to medium rpm
In April 2004, Jaguar issued technical bulletin XT307-03 for post-2002 model year Jaguar X-Type vehicles with VINs after C00001. In some of these vehicles, there may be a scraping noise from the automatic transmission at approximately 1600 rpm, 1800 to 2500 rpm and at 2500 rpm when driving. A modified flex plate was introduced to resolve this issue.
Jaguar X-Type: manual transmission – difficulty selecting first or reverse
In June 2005, Jaguar issued technical bulletin XT308-06 for 2002-05 model year Jaguar X-Type vehicles with manual transmissions and VINs in the range C00001 to E65884. In some of these vehicles, it may be difficult to engage first or reverse gear, especially when the vehicle was cold. According to the service bulletin, this condition may be caused by the clutch disc sticking on the transmission input splines. To fix, the transmission was to be removed and the input shaft splines cleaned using a wire brush. Then, grease was to be applied to the circumference of the input shaft splines and the transmission re-installed.
Jaguar X-Type: clutch pedal sticking down
In September 2003, Jaguar issued technical bulletin XT308-02 for 2002 model year Jaguar X-Type vehicles with manual transmissions and VINs after C00001. In these vehicles, the clutch pedal may intermittently stick in the down position and would not return unless lifted manually. To fix, a new spring was released that could be installed in addition to the existing spring.
Jaguar X-Type: difficulty selecting transmission ranges
In April 2003, Jaguar issued amended technical bulletin XT307-01 for 2002-03 model year Jaguar X-Type vehicles with automatic transmissions and VINs in the range C00001 to D15360. In these vehicles, the driver may be unable to select a transmission range or the message ‘gearbox fault’ may flash on the message centre, causing the vehicle to enter ‘limp home’ mode. If Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) P1780, P0706, P0731, P0732, P0733, P0734, P0735 or P0740 were stored, then the J-gate assembly was functioning incorrectly and needed to be reset. For further information, please refer to the technical bulletin.
Jaguar X-Type: driveshaft vibration
In September 2004, Jaguar issued amended technical bulletin XT100-08 for 2002-04 model year Jaguar X-Type vehicles with VINs in the range C00001 to E02938. According to the technical bulletin, this may be due to:
- Misalignment of the rear differential flange;
- Incorrect torque for the bolts at the rear differential flange/driveshaft mating surface;
- A fault with the driveshaft itself.
For more information about diagnosis and repair, please refer to the technical bulletin.
Jaguar X-Type: driveline noise
In November 2004, Jaguar issued technical bulletin XT100-11 for 2002 model year Jaguar X-Type vehicles with VINs after C00001. Some of these vehicles may have high driveline noise so a sound deadening liner was introduced that could be fitted between the exhaust intermediate pipe heat shield and the underbody. The sound deadening liner reduced the transfer of noise from the transmission case and driveline housings into the interior.
Jaguar X-Type: driveline shudder/hesitation at 50-80 km/h
In June 2004, Jaguar issued technical bulletin XT303-S953 for 2004 model year Jaguar X-Type vehicles with 3.0-litre engines, automatic transmissions and VINs in the range D55322 to D86655. The engine management software in these vehicles could cause it to shudder or hesitate at speeds between 50-80 km/h when the transmission was in ‘normal’ mode and fifth gear with the throttle pedal lightly depressed (as to accelerate slightly or maintain speed on a small incline). As part of Service Action S953, the Engine Control Module (ECM) was to be reprogrammed with software release JTP759 CD30 or later.
Jaguar X-Type: whine on deceleration at 112 km/h
In August 2001, Jaguar issued technical bulletin XT205-01 for post-2002 model year Jaguar X-Type vehicles with VINs after C00001. In some of these vehicles, a whining noise may be heard from the differential on deceleration at speeds of around 112 km/h (70 mph). To fix, the technical bulletin provided a procedure to ‘retune’ the differential mounting bracket by adding mass to it.
Jaguar X-Type: oil leak from transfer case
In March 2003, Jaguar issued technical bulletin XT308-01 for 2002 model year Jaguar X-Type vehicles with VINs in the range after C00294 to D01489. In some of these vehicles, oil may leak from behind the nut which secured the rear output flange of the transfer case. The technical bulletin described the repair procedure if an oil leak was apparent from between the transfer case rear output flange and driveshaft front Constant Velocity (CV) joint, or from the rear of the driveshaft front CV joint boot.
Jaguar X-Type: ‘boom’ at 2900 rpm
In June 2002, Jaguar issued technical bulletin XT100-03 for 2002 model year Jaguar X-Type vehicles with VINs in the range C00001 to C83408. In these vehicles, an unacceptably loud ‘boom’ noise may be heard at 2900 rpm. To fix, a two (2) kilogram damper weight could be installed under the rear final drive unit.
Jaguar X-Type: rear suspension creak
In December 2001, Jaguar issued technical bulletin XT204-01 for 2002 model year Jaguar X-Type vehicles with VINs in the range C00334 to C25834. In some of these vehicles, a creaking noise may be heard from the rear suspension due to the top mounting of the rear suspension spring interfering with the body cone. To eliminate this condition, the rear spring and top mounting isolator were to be replaced as a set.
Jaguar X-Type: creak/chirp noise from rear on rough surfaces
In April 2005, Jaguar issued technical bulletin XT206-07 for post-2002 model year Jaguar X-Type vehicles with VINs in the range C00294 to E45113. In some of these vehicles, there may a creak/chirp noise from the rear of the vehicle when it is driven over rough/uneven surfaces. According to the technical bulletin, this noise could be caused by oversize parking brake cables. If the parking brake cable was 12.5 mm or longer, they should be replaced; if the parking brake cable was less than 12.5 mm long, modified C-clips could be fitted.
Jaguar X-Type: brake booster performance deterioration
In July 2004, Jaguar issued technical bulletin XT206-05 for post-2002 model year Jaguar X-Type vehicles with VINs after C00001. In hot climates, heat may cause the brake booster vacuum hose check valve exterior to deteriorate (corrode/crumble) – this, in turn, may lead to a gradual reduction in brake booster performance over time. To fix, a new brake booster vacuum hose was to be installed.
Jaguar X-Type: noise or odour from rear brakes
In September 2003, Jaguar issued technical bulletin XT206-04 for 2002-03 model year Jaguar X-Type vehicles with VINs in the range C00294 to D51525. In some of these vehicles, there may be a squealing/moaning noise or a strong odour from the rear brakes due to the rear brake pads sticking in the brake calliper anchor plate. To fix, new rear brake pads should be installed, the rear calliper anchor plates cleaned and silicon grease applied.
Jaguar X-Type: pedal box rattle/squeak
In March 2005, Jaguar issued technical bulletin XT206-06 for post-2002 model year Jaguar X-Type vehicles with VINs after C00001. In some of these vehicles, a rattle or squeak may be heard from the clutch or brake pedal area – this may be because one or both rivets retaining the brake/clutch switch brackets to the pedal box bracket have become loose or broken. To fix, new brake/clutch switch bracket to pedal box bracket rivets were to be fitted.
Jaguar X-Type: power steering squeak
In August 2007, Jaguar issued technical bulletin JTB00055 for post-2002 model year Jaguar X-Type vehicles with VINs after C00294. In some of these vehicles, a squeaking noise may be apparent from the power-assisted steering system when the steering wheel was rotated in either direction. According to the technical bulletin, the noise was caused by a seal inside the steering rack and could be transmitted through the steering column and steering wheel, making it difficult to diagnose.
To fix, a syringe was to be used to remove 50 ml of steering fluid from the power steering fluid reservoir (and filter mesh on X350 XJ and S-Type vehicles). Furthermore, the power steering fluid reservoir was then to be replenished with 50 ml of a fluid additive (C2S 48887). For more information on the subsequent heating and cycling procedure, please refer to the technical bulletin.
Jaguar X-Type: squeaking noise from power steering
In December 2004, Jaguar issued amended technical bulletin XT211-01 for post-2002 model year Jaguar X-Type vehicles with VINs after C00294. In some of these vehicles, a squeaking noise may be heard from the power assisted steering system. To resolve,
- For vehicles with VINs in the range C28000 to C65000, the power steering fluid should be drained, refilled and the PAS system bled; and,
- For vehicles with VINs in the range C00294 to C28000 and beyond C65000, or which have had the PAS fluid replaced with the specified Mobil fluid, the technical bulletin recommended a series steering manoeuvres.
Jaguar X-Type: front seat rocking and Service Action S948
In June 2002, Jaguar issued technical bulletin XT501-S948 for 2002-03 model year Jaguar X-Type vehicles with VINs in the range C00294 to D19415. In these vehicles, the front seats may rock during acceleration or braking. According to the technical bulletin, this seat movement was due to the maximum distance between the seat rods exceeding the capability of the assembly. To fix, a ‘front seat stabilization kit’ was issued which was designed to cope with a wider range of track rod centre distances. For vehicles in the VIN range above, the front seat stabilization kit was to be fitted as part of Service Action S948.
Jaguar X-Type: air conditioning not working properly
In January 2010, Jaguar issued technical bulletin JTB00183 for 2002-08 model year Jaguar X-Type vehicles with VINs in the range C00344 to J38794. In these vehicles, the air conditioning (A/C) system may not provide sufficient cooling due to degradation of the control valve operation. To fix, a modified valve spring was to be fitted.
Jaguar X-Type: water leaking into passenger footwell
In June 2003, Jaguar issued technical bulletin XT501-08 for 2002-03 model year Jaguar X-Type vehicles with VINs in the range C00001 to D16994. In some of these vehicles, water may leak into the passenger footwell. To fix, a water shield could be installed on the side of pollen filter. For further information, please refer to the technical bulletin.
Jaguar X-Type: condensation in headlamps
In September 2004, Jaguar issued technical bulletin XT417-02 for 2002-04 model year Jaguar X-Type vehicles with VINs in the range C00001 to E06300. These vehicles may experience condensation buildup within the headlamp assemblies. To address this concern, a revised cap for the low beam (outer) headlamp was released.
Jaguar X-Type: unable to lock vehicle using key fob
In December 2004, Jaguar issued technical bulletin XT501-22 for 2002-04 model year Jaguar X-Type vehicles with VINs in the range C00294 to E16494. In some of these vehicles, it may not be possible to lock the vehicle with the key fob transmitter because the ignition switch ‘key-in’ switch flap had not fully closed over the opening for the ignition key. To fix, a new ignition switch lock cylinder needed to be installed.
Jaguar X-Type: front door handle hard/unable to open
In March 2005, Jaguar issued technical bulletin XT501-28 for post-2002 model year Jaguar X-Type vehicles with VINs after C00001. In some these vehicles, the exterior front door handle may become stiff and eventually become inoperative. The technical bulletin attributed this condition to deflection of the link rod between the exterior door latch and door handle. To fix, a new link rod was to be installed.
Jaguar X-Type: wind noise from doors
In May 2002, Jaguar issued technical bulletin XT501-01 for 2002 model year Jaguar X-Type vehicles with VINs in the range C00638 to C51000. In some of these vehicles, occupants may experience wind noise from the door seals. The technical bulletin describes a procedure to modify the door seals using additional foam strips.
Problems and faults: Jaguar X400 X-Type
- The brakes may make a moaning noise when reversing due to bad bushings in the rear suspension knuckle.
- Coolant loss from a broken expansion tank bleed tube could lead to overheating.
- Knocking noises from the front suspension may be due to failed stabilizer bar link bushings.
- A popping noise may be heard from the audio system when the brakes are applied unless a capacitor is installed in the brake light circuit.
- Where fitted, the touch screen may change pages or stop working because of interference with trim.
- Trim near the license plate may rub through the paint, leading to rust.
