Most common 2014 Jaguar XJ problems
Share of the 12 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Jaguar XJ complaints by model year
Best XJ years: 2010, 2017, 2008. Years to avoid: 2005, 2006. Compare all years →
2014 Jaguar XJ recalls (2)
Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Jaguar Land Rover North America (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Jaguar XJ vehicles manufactured February 6, 2014, to July 23, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the brake line junctions under the vehicle may leak brake fluid.
Remedy: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake line junctions, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on January 16, 2015.
Suspension › Rear
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 XJ, XF and XK vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the toe links, components used to control the alignment of the rear wheels, can separate from the rear sub-frame.
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.
What 2014 Jaguar XJ owners say
Engine & cooling
The contact owns a 2014 Jaguar XJ. The contact stated while driving approximately 40-55 MPH, the vehicle lost power steering assist, and then stalled. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, who was unable to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.
The contact owns a 2014 Jaguar XJ. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the low coolant warning light would appear on the instrument panel. The contact stated that she had initially taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with a coolant leak. Despite the repair, the failure immediately recurred. The vehicle was next taken to a dealer where the damaged coolant hose was replaced. Several other unknown repairs were performed on the vehicle; however, the failure returned soon after the repairs. The contact then took the vehicle to two other independent mechanics where they both confirmed the coolant leak failure; however, the failure remained after each repair. The manufacturer had yet to be notified of the failure. The vehicle had yet to be repaired. The failure mileage was unknown.
2014 Jaguar XJ engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0L 6-cyl supercharged | 8-speed automatic | RWD | 18 / 27 / 21 |
| 3.0L 6-cyl supercharged | 8-speed automatic | AWD | 16 / 24 / 19 |
| 5.0L 8-cyl supercharged | 8-speed automatic | RWD | 15 / 23 / 18 |
EPA ratings. Class: Large car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2014 Jaguar XJ a good car?
Based on 12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2014 XJ rates average: 1.2× as many complaints as a typical year of the XJ at the same age. 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 2014 Jaguar XJ?
The engine & cooling — 6 complaints, 50% of all complaints for this model year, most often about cooling system. Next are the speed control & acceleration (2) and steering (2).
How many recalls does the 2014 Jaguar XJ have?
There are 2 recalls for the 2014 Jaguar XJ, the most recent from November 19, 2014 (hoses, lines/piping, and fittings). 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 XJ?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2010, 2017 and 2008. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2005 and 2006. See the full Jaguar XJ years comparison.
At what mileage do 2014 Jaguar XJ problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 64,000 miles; 44% 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.