2002 Jaguar S-Type Problems
- Complaints
- 24filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 52,730miles, 14 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 1campaigns 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
- 18 mpgcombined, 3.0L 6-cyl RWD · 16 city / 23 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2002 Jaguar S-Type (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 24 consumer complaints for the 2002 Jaguar S-Type. The part named most often is transmission and drivetrain, with 10 complaints (42% of the total), followed by vehicle speed control (6) and electrical system (3). 14 of the complaints include a mileage, and 36% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 52,730 miles. Of all complaints, 4 involved a crash, 3 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 52 technical service bulletins for this model year. Transmission and drivetrain complaints overlap with 8 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
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.
- Electrical system3 13%
- Engine cooling2 8.3%
- Fuel system2 8.3%
- Suspension2 8.3%
- Tires2 8.3%
- Air bags1 4.2%
- Steering1 4.2%
- Wheels1 4.2%
Example complaints
Transmission and drivetrain: “Our 2002 Jaguar s type with 44,000 miles has transmissions problems. We contacted the dealer on several occasions and they will not stand by their vehicle. There have been numerous complaints regarding transmissions problems with the company. We need help getting this problems solved. Why should I have to spend thousands of dollars to fix. This is a $60,000 vehicle. Help.”
NHTSA complaint #10150477, filed 2006-02, 33,000 milesVehicle speed control: “I was slowing to stop in a line of traffic on a city street. As I slowed, the brake pedal felt soft, and the car revved up, attempting to accelerate. I then pushed heavily onto the brake pedal but had no ability to stop the car. The engine continued to rev. Luckily, I was slowing from a far enough distance that I was able to forcefully put the car into neutral and stop the car. However, the engine continued to rev even though both feet were off all pedals and the car was in neutral. I then tapped the brake pedal in an attempt to get the engine to stop revving, but it had no effect. …”
NHTSA complaint #11043130, filed 2017-11, 112,358 milesElectrical system: “On july 14, 2010, my car starting driving sluggish, as if pulling heavy weight. The gear box fault light turned on. On 7-16-2010, I took my vehicle to the dealer and was told it would cost me $2,800 plus tax to change the gear box with a one year guarantee. My second option was to install a new transmission at a cost of over $5,000. Two months ago I spent $5,000 on a new electrical system and fuel injection. I don't know what to do since I am struggling as many financially. The dealer said there have not been any transmission problems with this model. …”
NHTSA complaint #10343642, filed 2010-07, 65,813 milesEngine cooling: “The contact owns a 2002 Jaguar S-Type. The vehicle idles, surges, and stalls when traveling from 0 to 55 MPH. The failure occurs constantly and began in september of 2006. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred on august 3, 2007. The current mileage was 59,000 and failure mileage was 52,000. Updated 02-01-08 updated 02/01/08”
NHTSA complaint #10198655, filed 2007-08, 52,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
36% of the 14 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 33,000 and 65,813 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 2002 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 RWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | 5-speed automatic | 16 | 23 | 18 | $4,550 |
| S-Type RWD | 4.0L 8-cyl | 5-speed automatic | 15 | 22 | 18 | $4,550 |
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
- 04V484000Oct 14, 2004Equipment › Other › LabelsCovers: Jaguar S-Type 2002–2005
Certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 135, "passenger car brake system." the brake fluid master cylinder reservoir is recessed and oriented in the engine compartment beneath a leaf…
Recall details for the 2002 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. 52 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
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2002 Jaguar S-Type have?
NHTSA recorded 24 consumer complaints for the 2002 Jaguar S-Type as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2002 Jaguar S-Type is reported most often?
Transmission and drivetrain is named most often, in 10 complaints (42% of the total), followed by vehicle speed control with 6.
Has the 2002 Jaguar S-Type been recalled?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2002 Jaguar S-Type get?
The EPA rates the 2002 Jaguar S-Type (S-Type, 3.0L 6-cyl) at 18 mpg combined, 16 city and 23 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,550 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2002 Jaguar S-Type reported?
Among the 14 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 52,730 miles and the middle half falls between 33,000 and 65,813 miles; 36% 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.