Structure Problems of Jaguar S-type

Jaguar S-type owners have reported 6 structure related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 4 most common structure problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's structure (3 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's hatchback/liftgate hinge (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Structure related problems of Jaguar S-type


Recently reported Structure problems of Jaguar S-type

The Structure problem

I have a Jaguar whose front leaper on the hood has fallen off due to the wires rusting because water accumulates in it, then it ultimately comes undone and falls off due to the disintegration of the rusty wiring that holds the leaper onto the hood. This appears to be a design defect.   Read details...

The Hatchback/liftgate Hinge problem

In excess of $10k spent in a 24 month period on various repairs on my 2000 S-type.   Read details...

The Door problem

Driver side glass fell into door both front and rear.   Read details...

The Bumper problem

2003 Jaguar drivers side window will not roll up/down. Front ball joints needed to be replaced. The air conditioner was blowing out hot air, the dealer stated the evaporator was leaking freon. The rear bumper was broken. The abs control module needed to be reprogrammed.   Read details...




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