Jaguar X-type owners have reported 8 exterior lighting related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 5 most common exterior lighting problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's headlights (4 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's brake light (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Headlights problems | |
| Brake Light problems | |
| Turn Signal problems | |
| Fog Light Switch problems | |
| Brake Light Switch problems |
Headlight adjusters broken. This causes the headlights to point downward at the road and reduced visibility for night driving. It was nearly impossible to see the lines on the road and operate the vehicle. Read details...
The contact owns a 2005 Jaguar X-type. The contact stated that when the headlights or turn signals were activated, the brake lights flashed continuously. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic who was unable to diagnose the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. Read details...
Both drive shafts , fuel tank and sunroof were replaced, the sunroof malfunctioned-3 or more times, the blinkers and lights failed, tires blew out, air bag light remained on, the passenger front seat belt malfunction, trunk latch issues, heating and ac system had gone out, surge in engine on Read details...
My vehicle has the same problem as NHTSA id number: 10766521 filed 9/21/2015. The headlights are angled too low and the mechanic says that a plastic piece is broken and the entire headlight assembly needs to be replaced. I keep the fog lights on to compensate for the limited view of the low beams. Read details...
The brake switch on the vehicle was replaced three times. The brake lights did not work, putting the consumer at risk for being rear ended. Read details...