2001 Jaguar S-Type Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2001 Jaguar S-Type recalls

Most common 2001 Jaguar S-Type problems

Problem areas named in the 79 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Suspension	40
Power Train	13
Engine And Engine Cooling	7
Visibility	5
Vehicle Speed Control	5
Air Bags	5
Electrical System	5
Steering	5
Tires	3
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	2

What owners report

2020-09-10, Steering
AT 77600 MILES THE CAR HAS HAD ALL THE BUSHINGS AND BALL JOINTS IN THE FRONT STEERING TO A POINT THAT IT'S SWAYING SO MUCH IT'S CHALLENGING TO STAY IN THE LANE WHEN ENCOUNTERING ANY IMPERFECTION ON THE ROAD. EXPERIENCING LOUD CLICKING AND CLUNKS AND FEAR THAT IF THIS DEVELOPS ANY FURTHER THE WHEELS WILL FALL OFF. THIS VIN IS APPARENTLY NOT INCLUDED IN THIS WELL KNOWN PROBLEM SO WOULD BE COVERED UNDER A RECALL. WITH THE VEHICLE L LIFTED I CAN EASILY MOVE THE CONTROL ARM ABOUT HALF AN INCH. THIS WILL CAUSE THE BOLT TO BREAK OFF VERY SOON WITH HOW QUICKLY IT HAS DETERIORATED.

2019-12-27, Suspension
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 JAGUAR S-TYPE. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE STEERING WHEEL WOULD VEER TO THE RIGHT ON ITS OWN WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT MANAGED TO KEEP THE STEERING WHEEL STRAIGHT AND DROVE TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE VEHICLE WAS TEST DRIVEN AND THE MECHANIC FOUND THAT THE BALL JOINTS WERE FRACTURED AND DEEMED THE VEHICLE UNSAFE TO DRIVE. JAGUAR RALEIGH (4001 CAPITAL HILLS DR, RALEIGH, NC 27616, (919) 746-8675) WAS CONTACTED AND STATED THAT THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN A RECALL. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED TO BRING THE VEHICLE IN FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE CONTACT REFERENCED NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 00V359002 (SUSPENSION). THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND

2018-03-28, Suspension
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 JAGUAR S-TYPE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY VEERED TO THE RIGHT AND THE CONTACT HEARD AN ABNORMAL POPPING SOUND. UPON INSPECTION, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER'S WHEEL COLLAPSED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE BALL JOINTS LOOSENED, MALFUNCTIONED, AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 177,000.

2017-02-01, Suspension
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 JAGUAR S-TYPE. WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, THE VEHICLE MADE SQUEAKING NOISES WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO REPLACED THE DRIVER SIDE BALL JOINT, DRIVER SIDE AND REAR BEARINGS, AND THE PASSENGER SIDE UPPER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE WAS NOT REMEDIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 17,030.

2016-10-31, Air Bags
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2001 JAGUAR S-TYPE. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE REAR ENDED ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED AND TOWED TO A TOWING FACILITY. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.

2001 Jaguar S-Type questions

Does the 2001 Jaguar S-Type have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2001 Jaguar S-Type: Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint; Seat Belts. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Jaguar S-Type?

Based on 79 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Suspension (40), Power Train (13), Engine And Engine Cooling (7).

How do I check if a recall on my 2001 Jaguar S-Type has been fixed?

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