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2014 Jaguar XJ recalls & problems

The 2014 Jaguar XJ has 2 safety recalls and 12 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is engine (5 complaints).

Recalls2safety recalls
Complaints12filed by owners
Crashes · fires2 · 0reported in complaints
Injuries · deaths1 · 0reported in complaints

Safety recalls

Service brakes, hydraulicNov 19, 2014

Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Recall 14V7410001,571 vehicles

Problem
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.
Risk
A brake fluid leak may reduce the vehicle's braking ability, requiring additional distance to stop the vehicle, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
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. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J048.
SuspensionMar 31, 2014

Rear

Recall 14V157000297 vehicles

Problem
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.
Risk
If a toe link separates from the rear sub-frame, a loss of vehicle stability and directional control may result, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
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. Owners may contact Jaguar at 1-855-524-8278. Jaguar's number for this recall is J037.

Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.

Crash test ratings

2014 Jaguar XJ (LWB) 4 DR AWD

OverallNot Rated
Frontal crashNot Rated
Side crashNot Rated
RolloverNot Rated

2014 Jaguar XJ (LWB) 4 DR RWD

OverallNot Rated
Frontal crashNot Rated
Side crashNot Rated
RolloverNot Rated

2014 Jaguar XJ (SWB) 4 DR AWD

OverallNot Rated
Frontal crashNot Rated
Side crashNot Rated
RolloverNot Rated

2014 Jaguar XJ (SWB) 4 DR RWD

OverallNot Rated
Frontal crashNot Rated
Side crashNot Rated
RolloverNot Rated

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program). Ratings are comparable only between vehicles of similar size and weight, and ratings from 2011 on use tougher tests than earlier years. Photos: NHTSA.

Fuel economy

XJ FFV FFV

21mpg combined
City / highway18 / 27 mpg
FuelPremium Gasoline

3 L · 6 cyl · Automatic (S8) · Rear-Wheel Drive · about $3,900/year to fuel

XJ AWD

19mpg combined
City / highway16 / 24 mpg
FuelPremium Gasoline

3 L · 6 cyl · Automatic (S8) · All-Wheel Drive · about $4,350/year to fuel

XJ

18mpg combined
City / highway15 / 23 mpg
FuelPremium Gasoline

5 L · 8 cyl · Automatic (S8) · Rear-Wheel Drive · about $4,550/year to fuel

XJ FFV FFV

18mpg combined
City / highway15 / 23 mpg
FuelPremium Gasoline

5 L · 8 cyl · Automatic (S8) · Rear-Wheel Drive · about $4,550/year to fuel

EPA estimates from fueleconomy.gov for each engine and transmission sold. Annual cost is the EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year at its current fuel and electricity price assumptions. Your results will vary.

What owners report

Problem areaComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesTypical mileage*
Engine500081,451 mi
Vehicle speed control2101—
Steering2000—
Visibility/wiper1000—
Service brakes1101—
Air bags1101—
Wheels1000—
Suspension1000—
Power train1100—
Engine and engine coolingCooling system1000—
Unknown or other1000—

*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.

Recent owner complaints

Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.