2004 Jaguar X-Type
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission & Drivetrain leads by volume: 13 of 67 complaints (19%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more reported injuries (4) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 72 in 2003 to 67 in 2004.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2002 | 2003 | 2004 | 2005 | 2006 | vs. 2004 Compact Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 3,900–4,100 | 3,900–4,100 | 4,100–4,300 | 3,900–4,300 | 4,100–4,550 | |
| Combined MPG | 19–20 | 19–20 | 18–19 | 18–20 | 17–19 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 16–17 / 23–25 | 16–17 / 23–25 | 16 / 23–24 | 16–17 / 23–25 | 15–16 / 21–24 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 444–468 | 444–468 | 468–494 | 444–494 | 468–523 | |
| Complaints filed | 116 | 72 | 67 | 25 | 21 | |
| Recalls issued | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 13 | 12 | 9 | 2 | 5 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 8 | 5 | 6 | 3 | 3 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 4 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 2 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2004 Jaguar X-Type have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2004 Jaguar X-Type?
Transmission & Drivetrain: 13 of 67 NHTSA complaints (19%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2004 Jaguar X-Type get?
EPA rates it 18–19 MPG combined across 2 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2004 Jaguar X-Type?
EPA estimates $4,100–$4,300 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (2)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 5-spd | 6 | 2.5L | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Compact Cars | 16 mpg | 24 mpg (high) | 19 mpg (high) | $4,100 (low) | 468 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic 5-spd | 6 | 3.0L | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Compact Cars | 16 mpg | 23 mpg (low) | 18 mpg (low) | $4,300 (high) | 494 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 7 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 13 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 13 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 13 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 12 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 10 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (1)
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP · Campaign 04V460000 · Sep 21, 2004
Defect: 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.
Consequence: FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
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.