Jaguar S-Type Fuel System Problems

Fuel System complaints by model year

Which parts fail

• Storage › Tank assembly
  4
• Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
  2
• Delivery › Fuel pump
  1
• Storage › Tank assembly › Filler pipe and cap
  1
• Storage › Evaporative emissions › Canister
  1
• Fuel injection system
  1

Components named in complaints (fuel pump, injectors, fuel tank, hybrid and EV propulsion).

Mileage when the problem started

• Under 25k
  47%
• 25k–50k
  917%
• 50k–75k
  1019%
• 75k–100k
  1426%
• 100k–150k
  1630%
• 150k+
  12%

What owners report

Tune up does not last for more than 1 year. It is completely destroyed even when everything is replaced brand new. It is a huge fire hazard. Everything is cooked like a furnace. Mechanics are not willing to put the effort in doing tune ups and repairs. I do a tune up on the Car once a year. I memorized every mechanical problem on that car, just so I can keep a sharp eye on all the problems.

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Jaguar s-Type. The contact stated that a strong fuel odor emitted and the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the exhaust system was leaking in three areas. The contact also mentioned that when the fuel tank was refueled to capacity, the fuel leaked to the ground. The dealer informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 06V418000 (fuel system, gasoline). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 83,000.

The contact owns a 2005 Jaguar S-Type. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact became aware of a fuel odor inside the cabin of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was determined that the fuel tank, fuel pump, flange, retaining ring, pipe feed, fuel tank straps, heat shield, fuel hose, heat sleeve, evaporator pipe, electronic control unit, fuel tank harness, cable tie, and cabin overlay wiring harness needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 99,000.

My wife's 2005 Jaguar S-Type R leaks fuel, and is worst after refilling the tank. The car frequently loses all engine power while driving with no warning. It frequently refuses to restart, and then I have to have it towed sometimes at great distances from home at a cost of over $700 to my repair shop in Virginia. My wife is now too afraid to drive the car because of the gas fumes, fear of a fire, and sudden engine failure. My service technician at Mountain Valley Motors believes the problem has to do with a faulty Jaguar fuel system.

The contact owns a 2003 Jaguar S-Type. The contact stated that while refueling the vehicle at a gas station, fuel suddenly sprayed out from underneath the vehicle without warning. The contact contacted an authorized dealer and was informed that the dealer lacked the equipment and parts required to service vehicles over 15 years old. The contact was then referred to an independent mechanic specialized in foreign vehicles, to whom the dealer transmitted the vehicle information and failure details. However, the contact later received a follow-up call from the dealer, confirming the independent mechanic could not provide the necessary equipment or parts to service the vehicle. Despite the active safety hazard, the vehicle remained operational, though it emitted a strong fuel odor and left a continuous trail of leaking fuel. …

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 Jaguar s-Type. The contact stated that the check engine warning light illuminated and there was an abnormal fuel odor inside the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the fuel tank was fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 06V418000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 69,000.

When I bought the car a week later it blew hot air, I was told it only needed freon. I found out later that there was a leak and it is $1200. A week after that the car would not start the dealer picked the car up and said that the battery was dead because I left the radio on, it has happened over 30 times, not true there is something wrong. I have replaced tires at least six times. Tires completely separate. I was driving and car slowed down on freeway and I was almost hit, I pulled over and it stopped and did it again and I had to push the traction control button, almost cost me my life! It now happens when I hit a bump. When I turn the car makes a extremely loud noise, (embarrassing) I was told it is a ball joint and can catch on fire. Engine light has always been on and is now blinking and the car shakes and hesitates. I had to pay to get the brakes fixed 2 months after purchasing. …

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 Jaguar s Type. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 MPH, the vehicle suddenly became resistant to acceleration attempts. The contact began tapping the shifter and the vehicle resumed normally. The contact also indicated that the odor of gasoline was present inside the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent dealer who diagnosed that the fuel filter and fuel pump were faulty, and both were replaced. Additionally, an abnormal banging noise was heard from the front of the vehicle and the seat belt malfunctioned and became unsecured. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic. Who replaced the front ball joints but the seat belt failure was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failures. The failure mileage was 102,000.

Related recalls (2)