2000 Jaguar S-Type Problems
- Complaints
- 141filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 58,500miles, 82 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 2campaigns on record
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 19 mpgcombined, 3.0L 6-cyl RWD · 16 city / 24 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2000 Jaguar S-Type (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
What owners report
Owners of the 2000 Jaguar S-Type most often write about the gear selector sticking in Park, especially when the car is left on even a slight incline, and about power window regulators failing. Cooling system leaks, front suspension ball joint noise or failure, and electrical faults with the instrument cluster or ignition coils also appear repeatedly in the sampled complaints.
- Transmission and drivetrain
Gear selector stuck in Park on an incline
Mentioned in 18 of 60 sampled complaints
Complaints describe the shifter refusing to move out of Park after the car is parked on a slope, sometimes requiring the car to be pushed or rocked to release it. In several cases forcing the lever broke the shift linkage or selector pin, leaving the car immovable and requiring a tow. Owners report being told by dealers that this is a common characteristic of the model and that they should set the parking brake before shifting into Park. Reported across a wide mileage range, from around 24,000 to over 120,000 miles, almost always after parking on an incline.
What to check: Ask the seller to demonstrate shifting out of Park on a slope with the parking brake off, and check for a stiff or loose shift lever. Have the shift cable and selector inspected before purchase.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“I parked the car on a hill last week and couldnt get the car out of park. I had to have some buddies rock the car to get it out of park into reverse. The vehicle hasnt rode the same since. It doesnt go into drive as smoothly and the car also revs at higher rpms than average before switching into the next gear.”
NHTSA complaint #10428414, filed 2011-10, 127,000 miles“I financed a Jaguar in february 2008 and have had a problem from almost the beginning with the gearshift, getting out of park while on the slightest incline I've had to get out and rock the car just to get it into reverse and this is all the time. More recently I reversed out of my driveway without any problems but, when I tried to put it in drive it would not move forward, backward, or anywhere. …”
NHTSA complaint #10249971, filed 2008-11, 99,000 miles - Suspension
Lower ball joint wear or failure (front suspension)
- 14 complaints (10%)
- median 62,500 mi at 7.8 yrs old (10 state mileage)
- filed 2004–2023
Complaints describe clunking from the front end at various speeds, and in some cases the front wheel collapsing when a lower ball joint failed. Owners report that dealers tightened the joints under recall 00V359002 but did not replace worn parts, and several state their vehicle identification number was not covered by the campaign. In others, the ball joint was replaced and the noise returned. Often reported between about 20,000 and 80,000 miles, but also on cars with over 40,000 miles since a previous joint replacement.
What to check: Ask whether recall 00V359002 was performed and whether the ball joints were replaced rather than just retightened; have a mechanic check the front lower ball joints for play and listen for front-end clunks over bumps.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“A Jaguar 2000 was purchased on dec 2003. It had 39000 miles. I have only put on 4000 miles on this car and the ball joint broke the other day and I was almost killed. The car was towed to a local foreign auto place and Jaguar refuses to repair the ball joint. Claiming they will only take the claim from a registered Jaguar dealer. …”
NHTSA complaint #10146269, filed 2005-12, 43,600 miles“I was pulling into a stall at the treasure coast mall when we heard a loud thud when I got out to see what it was I seem that the tire was leaning in and pushed under the fender.I then had to call a tow truck and found out later that the left front ball joint completely snapped off and the right side was badly worn and loose and also had to be replaced. I just hate to think what would happen if that would have happend on the highway me and my wife were very shaken up. The car only has 47000 + which seems really strange for this to happen.”
NHTSA complaint #10639189, filed 2014-09, 47,500 miles - Electrical system
Instrument cluster and electrical faults
- 12 complaints (9%)
- median 51,250 mi at 4.9 yrs old (8 state mileage, few)
- filed 2000–2009
Complaints describe the instrument cluster shutting down or reporting a theft condition, a "fuel computer data error" message that disables the speedometer, ABS, cruise control and trip computer, and failure of ignition coils that stalled the engine. Owners report repeated module or cluster replacements that did not fix the fault, and diagnostic scanners being unable to communicate with the car. Reported from about 29,000 to 95,000 miles, with no clear weather or use pattern in the complaints.
What to check: With the ignition on, confirm all warning lamps behave normally and the trip computer works; ask whether any modules or the instrument cluster have been replaced, and have a scan tool verify that the diagnostic port communicates.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“While driving our s type Jaguar the electrical system when down. It appears that their is a defect in the electrical cluster that causing the system to think the car has been stolen. My wife was fortunate that she was coming to a stop when it occured. The car has now been in the repair shop for 4 weeks while the dealer trys to get a replacement part that does not have the same problem. Two additional units have been installed with the same results”
NHTSA complaint #10005472, filed 2003-02, 39,000 miles“Received a message fuel computer data error this message stops the speedometer from working, stops the anti-lock brakes from functioning, stop the cruise control from working and stops the trip computer from functioning. I have had several garages look at the problem including Jaguar, and no one can find the problem after many hours of labor.”
NHTSA complaint #10158976, filed 2006-06, 73,815 miles - Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
Power window regulator failure
- 13 complaints (9%)
- median 50,000 mi at 6.0 yrs old (9 state mileage, few)
- filed 2004–2007
Owners report windows that stop moving or drop unexpectedly, traced to broken regulator motors and plastic brackets. Several complaints describe repeat failures on multiple windows, including the same window after a regulator was replaced. According to the complaints, dealers replaced the regulator assemblies, and some owners noted other cars at the same dealership with the same failure. Mostly reported between roughly 40,000 and 80,000 miles, with some failures noted while driving.
What to check: Operate every window fully up and down, listen for grinding or popping, and ask whether any regulators have already been replaced.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“The regulators brackets that hold windows are breaking for no reason, ending in damages worth over $500 including labor, to change the of the regulator is included...also the cheap plastic brackets on the headlamps break as well, once a vehicle hits a pot hole hard enough, lamp it self costs over $1000 not including the labor.”
NHTSA complaint #10133035, filed 2005-08, 50,148 miles“Consumer noticed that rear left window and front right window were inoperative. Consumer was unable to open or close the windows. Vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the power window regulator motor needed to be replaced, and replaced it. However, the problem recurred.”
NHTSA complaint #10099526, filed 2004-12, 42,000 miles - Engine cooling
Engine stumble, stalls and vacuum leak at breather
- 7 complaints (5%)
- median 54,451 mi at 6.3 yrs old (4 state mileage, few)
- 1 mention a crash, fire or injury
- filed 2000–2008
Owners describe rough running, stumbling at idle and stalling without warning, traced to a deteriorated vacuum hose at the crankcase breather under the intake manifold. Complaints say oil, fuel and heat appear to break down the rubber; some note the engine light stayed on after the hose was replaced and repeated sensor or wiring remedies did not resolve it. Others report coolant leaks from a cracking coolant reservoir and repeated overheating. Mostly reported between about 40,000 and 80,000 miles.
What to check: Check for a rough or hunting idle, look for cracking or oil-softened rubber at the breather hose and coolant reservoir, and ask whether service action S158 has been carried out.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“Took my 2000 jag s type to dealer on 2 dec 2005 for recall of engine breather elbow. The engine breather vent tube was replaced. At the same time, I told the dealer that my engine light was on -- they checked it and stated that I needed a fuel intake sensor. On 9 dec the sensor was replaced. Within a week, the engine light came back on, was advised that the part was probably bad, they ordered a new part and it was installed. Left the lot and the engine light returned. …”
NHTSA complaint #10159504, filed 2006-06, 78,064 miles“Engine runs poorly due to large vacuum leak. Stalled many times without warning. Problem component is a deteriorated vacuum hose at the crankcase breather under the intake manifold. It appears that oil, fuel, and heat are affecting the rubber. After repairs motor does not stall but continues to stumble at idle. Dealer unable to repair the problem even though they acknowledged there was something wrong.”
NHTSA complaint #10160299, filed 2006-06, 57,000 miles
Buying note. A pre-purchase inspection that covers the front ball joints and shift linkage is worth the cost on this model year, and it is worth confirming which recall work has actually been completed. Check that the windows, warning lights and diagnostic port all behave normally before agreeing on a price.
Summary written with AI from a sample of 60 NHTSA complaints for this model year (picked at random, with complaints that state a mileage and recent ones taken first), then checked automatically against the source records. Where a problem shows a complaint count, every complaint for this model year was matched with fixed keyword rules (written with AI and tested against the sample), and the mileage, age and repair figures are calculated from those complaints; owners' figures are as stated, not verified. Other counts refer to the sample. The excerpts come from NHTSA's public complaint records and are unverified; capitalisation is normalised, NHTSA staff notes are removed, and shortened text ends with “…”. Something wrong? Request a correction.
NHTSA recorded 141 consumer complaints for the 2000 Jaguar S-Type. 82 of the complaints include a mileage, and 34% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 58,500 miles. Of all complaints, 8 involved a crash, 1 a fire, 9 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns and 80 technical service bulletins for this model year.
Not compared (before 2008). Model years 2008–2023 of the same vehicle that have at least 25 complaints are compared, and a model needs at least 3 of them.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Engine cooling21 15%
- Suspension17 12%
- Electrical system16 11%
- Air bags13 9.2%
- Brakes7 5.0%
- Vehicle speed control7 5.0%
- Equipment4 2.8%
- Engine3 2.1%
Also reported: Exterior lighting (3), Fuel system (3), Seat belts (3), Wheels (3), Other or unknown (2), Body and structure (2), Latches, locks and linkages (1), Steering (1), Tires (1).
Example complaints
Transmission and drivetrain: “This is crazy I see all these complaints through the years about the 2000 s type jag all have the same problems.. Why hasn't there been a recall I just recently experienced the same thing where I had to have my car towed when I first noticed it was right after I bought the car in 2012.now it's been almost going to 3 years and I'm having a this problem was not being able to shift into drive in a park position or even switch from reverse when I'm parked on the incline this is ridiculous, I can't even drive my car. …”
NHTSA complaint #10694743, filed 2015-03, 110,345 milesVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): “Multiple power window regulator failures on year 2000 Jaguar S-Type 3.0; most recent incident occurred this october. Wrote to Jaguar of america, which refused to accept this is due to a design flaw. Internet chat rooms full of similar stories of p/w regulator failure.”
NHTSA complaint #10098332, filed 2004-11, 60 milesEngine cooling: “Comment: my wife has a 2000 jag stype v8 4.0 that we purchased aprox 4 yrs ago, but not from a jag dealer. The connecting rod in the motor went & a few months ago I got a used motor to replace that one & took it all apart & realized that the same thing was wrong with that one also. The #6 cylinders & the #1 were both bad. So I got another used motor & couldn't believe it but the exact same thing was wrong with that one too. …”
NHTSA complaint #10233191, filed 2008-07, 101,000 milesSuspension: “Dt: the contact stated there was NHTSA recall 00v359000/manufacturer's recall r-1-356 for the lower ball joint. The previous owner had recall repairs done in 2001. The contact vehicle was experiencing the same problem as indicated on the recall. The manufacturer was unwilling to fix the recall at their expense. Updated 12/7/2005.”
NHTSA complaint #10142988, filed 2005-11, 65,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
34% of the 82 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 42,600 and 82,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2000 Jaguar S-Type version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S-type (X200) V6 RWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | 5-speed automatic | 16 | 24 | 19 | $4,350 |
| S-type (X200) V8 RWD | 4.0L 8-cyl | 5-speed automatic | 15 | 21 | 17 | $4,850 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 00V359002Nov 6, 2000Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower ball jointCovers: Jaguar S-Type 2000–2001
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The front suspension lower ball joints were not tightened to specifications when they were attached to the lower control arms.
- 00V228004Aug 25, 2000Seat beltsCovers: Jaguar S-Type 2000–2001
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with trw seat belt buckle assemblies. The buckle base of these seat belt assemblies were not properly heat treated and therefore do not pass the load bearing requirement of federal motor vehicle safety…
Recall details for the 2000 Jaguar S-Type → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 80 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 10212845Apr 14, 2021Electrical system. Attachment.
- 10212844Apr 14, 2021Electrical system. Attachment.
- 10212843Apr 14, 2021Electrical system. Attachment.
- 10146032Aug 20, 2018Electrical system. A customer may report "Hood Open" message displays on IP with hood closed.
- 10146031Aug 20, 2018Electrical system. 18C - New face of InControl Touch Pro and 18C software improvements
- 10146030Aug 20, 2018Equipment. SIM card activation issues
- 10146029Aug 20, 2018Equipment. InControl Touch Pro phase 4 customer letter
- 10134968Mar 8, 2018Equipment. Jaguar Land Rover Shop Foreman Conference Call
- 10127619Dec 14, 2017Equipment. Presentation from Dealer Shop Foreman Conference Call
- 10079821Jun 8, 2016Engine cooling. Issue: a customer may raise a concern of their vehicle not passing state inspection in california and there is no warning light or other suggestion of a fault.
Other model years of the Jaguar S-Type
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 7 | 29,000 | 0 | — | 19 | — | Not enough data |
| 2007 | 5 | 37,216 | 1 | — | 19 | — | Not enough data |
| 2006 | 17 | 46,500 | 1 | — | 19 | — | Rising |
| 2005 | 85 | 66,015 | 2 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2004 | 25 | 46,300 | 3 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2003 | 100 | 38,000 | 3 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2002 | 24 | 52,730 | 1 | — | 18 | — | Stable |
| 2001 | 79 | 64,675 | 2 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2000 | 141 | 58,500 | 2 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
All Jaguar S-Type model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Jaguar S-Type?
Owners of the 2000 Jaguar S-Type most often write about the gear selector sticking in Park, especially when the car is left on even a slight incline, and about power window regulators failing. The issues reported most often: Gear selector stuck in Park on an incline; Lower ball joint wear or failure (front suspension); Instrument cluster and electrical faults.
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2000 Jaguar S-Type have?
NHTSA recorded 141 consumer complaints for the 2000 Jaguar S-Type as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2000 Jaguar S-Type is reported most often?
Transmission and drivetrain is named most often, in 41 complaints (29% of the total), followed by visibility with 23.
Has the 2000 Jaguar S-Type been recalled?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2000 Jaguar S-Type get?
The EPA rates the 2000 Jaguar S-Type (S-type (X200) V6, 3.0L 6-cyl) at 19 mpg combined, 16 city and 24 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,350 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2000 Jaguar S-Type reported?
Among the 82 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 58,500 miles and the middle half falls between 42,600 and 82,000 miles; 34% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.