Two problems related to transmission gear slipping have been reported for the 2001 Jaguar S-type. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2001 Jaguar S-type based on all problems reported for the 2001 S-type.
Recently (10/16/08) purchased a 2001 S-type 4. 0 with 74316 mi. 2nd day I had it transmission started slipping. Within 1 week had to be rebuilt. All coils replaced and #4 & #5 keep going bad. Dealership stated coils were broken. Sent home with broken coils. Window regulators needed to be replaced. Check engine light on dealership stated no problem. Poor service, poor quality.
The contact owns a 2001 Jaguar S-type. The transmission was replaced at 60,000 miles while the vehicle was under warranty. The transmission is currently slipping and the engine light has came on and stayed on. As of July 31, 2008, the dealer had not inspected the vehicle. The current mileage was 139,000.