2003 Jaguar S-Type vs 2005 Jaguar S-Type
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2003 Jaguar S-Type | 2005 Jaguar S-Type |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 100 | 85 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 95 | 73 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 15 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported mileage | 42,671 mi | 66,015 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Jaguar S-Type | Jaguar S-Type |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 22 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 23 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 18 | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 9 | 11 |
| Power Train | 16 | 3 |
| Parking Brake | 14 | 5 |
| Electrical System | 11 | 6 |
| Air Bags | 7 | 7 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Brake problems | 7 | 5 |
| Stalling | 6 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 9 |
2003 Jaguar S-Type
2005 Jaguar S-Type
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.