2011 Jaguar XK Problems & Complaints

Few complaints1.3× as many complaints as a typical year of the XK at the same age

Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2011 Jaguar XK with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That is a low number of complaints for a car on sale this long. The most reported problem area is the engine & cooling (1 complaint, typically around 12,000 miles). 2 recalls cover this model year.

3complaints
2recalls
0crashes
0fires
0injuries
0deaths

Most common 2011 Jaguar XK problems

  • Engine & cooling~12,000 miles
    133%
  • Fuel & propulsion system~12,000 miles
    133%
  • Air bags~50,000 miles
    133%
  • Body & structure
    133%

Share of the 3 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.

Jaguar XK complaints by model year

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Owner complaints per model year, Jaguar XK. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

Best XK years: 2003, 2013. Years to avoid: 2007. Compare all years →

2011 Jaguar XK recalls (2)

Electrical system

NHTSA recall 13V-340 · Aug 5, 2013 · 1,989 vehicles

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 XK convertible vehicles manufactured October 1, 2010, through August 1, 2013. The switch in the overhead roof console also activates the power operated windows when the convertible roof is opening or closing.

Remedy: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the overhead roof console, free of charge. The recall began on October 1, 2013. Owners may contact Jaguar at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's recall number is J030.

Engine and engine cooling

NHTSA recall 10V-332 · Jul 22, 2010 · 5,048 vehicles

Jaguar is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 Jaguar xk and model year 2010 xf v8 5.ol gasoline engine vehicles. The in-tank electric fuel pump May not be correctly activated as the fuel pump relay is not energized following a vehicle start up cycle. An inadequate supply of fuel to the engine could result.

Remedy: Dealers will download revised software free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before August 30, 2010. Owners May contact Jaguar at 1-800-452-4827.

2011 Jaguar XK engines & fuel economy

EngineTransmissionDriveMPG city / hwy / combined
5.0L 8-cyl6-speed automaticRWD16 / 24 / 19
5.0L 8-cyl supercharged6-speed automaticRWD15 / 22 / 17

EPA ratings. Class: Subcompact car.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2011 Jaguar XK a good car?

Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2011 XK rates few complaints: 1.3× as many complaints as a typical year of the XK 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 2011 Jaguar XK?

The engine & cooling — 1 complaint, 33% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the fuel & propulsion system (1) and air bags (1).

How many recalls does the 2011 Jaguar XK have?

There are 2 recalls for the 2011 Jaguar XK, the most recent from August 5, 2013 (electrical system). 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 XK?

The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2003 and 2013. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2007. See the full Jaguar XK years comparison.

At what mileage do 2011 Jaguar XK problems happen?

The median mileage reported in complaints is about 50,000 miles; 50% 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.