Table 1 shows three common vehicle speed control related problems of the 2000 Jaguar XJ. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle speed control (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the accelerator pedal sensor (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control problems | |
| Accelerator Pedal Sensor problems | |
| Speed Control Springs problems |
The contact owned a 2000 Jaguar Xj8. The contact stated that he frequently experienced unwarranted vehicle acceleration. When the failure occurs, the rpm's increase to 4,000-6,000. The risk of a serious crash was significantly increased. Read details...
The car is:Jaguar year 2000 Xjr 4. 0l, w/supercharger with. I was driving on the pennsylvania turnpike at the speed limit when suddenly the engine started running at slow idle speed. The engine speed would not respond to the position of the accelerator pedal. Read details...
Unsafe condition: 1. In early spring I approached a pedestrian crossing and applied brake. 2. When I was stopped with my auto in gear and my foot on the brake the engine began racing, the car tried to drive forward into the crosswalk and the back end started fish tailing. 3. Read details...