Most common 2004 Jaguar X-Type problems
Share of the 67 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Jaguar X-Type complaints by model year
Best X-Type years: 2007, 2006, 2005. Years to avoid: 2002, 2003, 2004. Compare all years →
2004 Jaguar X-Type recalls (1)
Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly › Filler pipe and cap
On certain passenger vehicles, when replace the fuel filler cap to the vehicle's fuel tank filler neck, it is possible to over-tighten the cap inducing a poor seal. In the event of a vehicle roll-over, it is possible for fuel to leak past the fuel filler cap.
Remedy: Dealers will remove the fuel cap seals and fit better quality seals onto the vehicle. The recall began on October 1, 2004. Customers May also contact Jaguar at 1-800-452-4827.
What 2004 Jaguar X-Type owners say
Transmission & drivetrain
On January 1, 2007 I was coming to a stop in heavy traffic. I applied the brake but the car lurched forward and I accelerated into a stopped car containing a family. I occasionally experienced the problem of unitended acceleration prior to the accident but at the time of the accident, I had not put the facts together. In the spring of 2008, I was on wet pavement going downhill when I applied the brake. The car seemed to accelerate rather than decelerate and I was thrown forward and into the rear of stopped pick up truck. I was injured on both occasions. I have called on Jaguar on several occasions to inquire about the problem I have described herein. Each time Jaguar denied any knowledge of any such problems associated with my car. The car currently has 72,000 miles and I rarely drive it. Frankly, I'm too afraid to drive it. Sincerely, [redacted]
My Jaguar x-Type 2004 car when traveling at about 25-30 MPH alternately gets sluggish and slows or revs up, causing me to apply brakes hard to prevent collisions. I have to allow enormous space between me and the vehicle ahead because I am afraid of colliding with vehicles in front. Also have to brake hard to to overcome the surging forth of the engine. The car will also rev up when I am parking it. These are such common occurrences, and it seems to be a manufacturing malfunction. Jaguar should recall all 2004 x-types to fix these dangerous and potentially life threatening machines. I request that the NHTSA immediately follow up and require recall of these road hazards. Thank you.
Brakes
In the just over 3 years that I have owned this car I have had 2 incidents where the car accelerates and engine races when braking at a low speed making a turn on a side street. I try to bring the to a stop but it is very difficult to do as the brakes are not fully stopping the car and both times I had to put the car in park quickly in other to completely stop it which brought it to a jerking halt. There is some defect in this model as I have seen numerous similar stories on a Jaguar problems website. This is a very serious problem and I was lucky both times to be on side streets as a serious accident was avoided as I it took me a few seconds to bring the car to a stop as I did not have full control of car. I took the car to my local Jaguar in glen cove ny in July and they could not replicate the incident and had no idea what the problem was. …
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 Jaguar x-Type. The contact stated that while parked on an incline with the parking brake engaged, the vehicle began rolling away in reverse and crashed into another vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis however, the mechanic could not diagnose the failure. There was a manufacturer's recall for the parking brake. The manufacturer stated the vehicle was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 79,500.
Wheels & tires
The tire in question, drivers side front, without notice completely deflated causing the vehicle to go out of control at approximately 50 MPH, spin out, go through the median and into the opposite lane. On the inside of the tire (side closest to the engine), the sidewall of the tire had been completely removed from the tread. Note: tire Type is a zri which is not listed a choice in the database.
Dt: the consumer stated that two front continental touring tires went flat at 18,000 miles. When this happened, both the side wall and steel belt were showing. The vehicle was taken to the dealership, and they stated that the problem occurred because the vehicle was out of alignment. The consumer had taken the vehicle to the tire dealership, and they stated that the tires were not the correct tires for this vehicle. The consumer purchased two new tires and they were put on the rear of the vehicle. The two rear tires were moved to the front of the vehicle. The tire dealership told the consumer that any small bump would cause the vehicle to be out of alignment. This could cause another defect with the front tires. (12/05/05) the consumer was also informed that the front tires could experience the same problem. …
2004 Jaguar X-Type engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 6-cyl | 5-speed automatic | 4WD/AWD | 16 / 24 / 19 |
| 3.0L 6-cyl | 5-speed automatic | 4WD/AWD | 16 / 23 / 18 |
EPA ratings. Class: Compact car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2004 Jaguar X-Type a good car?
Based on 67 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2004 X-Type rates avoid: 2.7× as many complaints as a typical year of the X-Type at the same age. It is one of the X-Type years we suggest avoiding. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2004 Jaguar X-Type?
The transmission & drivetrain — 13 complaints, 19% of all complaints for this model year, most often about automatic transmission. Next are the brakes (13) and wheels & tires (10).
How many recalls does the 2004 Jaguar X-Type have?
There is 1 recall for the 2004 Jaguar X-Type, the most recent from September 17, 2004 (filler pipe and cap). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Jaguar X-Type?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2007, 2006 and 2005. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2002, 2003 and 2004. See the full Jaguar X-Type years comparison.
At what mileage do 2004 Jaguar X-Type problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 43,000 miles; 64% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.